Resting in the forest in times of pandemonium for the betterment of life, or bushcraft in the Polish National Forests

Justyna Jastrzębska; Ewa Zaraś; Jakub Botwina

doi:10.31648/aspal.9685

Published: 2024-10-301

Vol. 23 No. 3 (2024)

Resting in the forest in times of pandemonium for the betterment of life, or bushcraft in the Polish National Forests

Justyna Jastrzębska , Ewa Zaraś , Jakub Botwina

Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Administratio Locorum

Section: Articles

https://doi.org/10.31648/aspal.9685

Abstract

Motives: In the context of the global health crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a need to develop new, safe forms of recreation and nature education.
Aims: The Polish State Forests are introducing the concept of bushcraft, which has gained popularity among those willing to develop such skills. Sociological research and analysis of forest resources have helped to develop regulations for this form of recreation and a map of places where it can be practiced. The availability of information on the website of the General Directorate of State Forests is an important consideration, as it can facilitate the process of organizing recreation for participants and foresters.
Results: The pilot program “Stay overnight in the forest” has been a success, attracting interest without negatively affecting forests and ecosystems. In the face of current and future pandemic challenges, such an innovative form of recreation may attract nature enthusiasts.

Keywords:

leisure, bushcrafting, leisure safety, State Forests in Poland

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Jastrzębska , J., Ewa Zaraś, & Jakub Botwina. (2024). Resting in the forest in times of pandemonium for the betterment of life, or bushcraft in the Polish National Forests. Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Administratio Locorum, 23(3), 445–459. https://doi.org/10.31648/aspal.9685

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Justyna Jastrzębska

justyna_jastrzebska@sggw.edu.pl

Affiliation:

Warsaw University of Life sciences, Warsaw Poland

Ewa Zaraś

Affiliation:

Warsaw University of Life sciences, Warsaw Poland

Jakub Botwina

Affiliation:

Warsaw University of Life sciences, Warsaw Poland