"I would take the birch which we also have here in our area. It has a touch of "wilderness", because you find it in groups where the wild is coming back to nature. It reminds me of long hikes through untouched landscapes and little spots with a natural peaceful atmosphere."

PingPingu
Arns Herred, DSS, Germany

"it might be the Lauterbrunnen Valley. Why? Because it’s almost absurdly beautiful: towering cliffs, 72 waterfalls, alpine meadows, and those quintessential Swiss chalets scattered across green pastures. It inspired Tolkien’s Rivendell and has a raw, cinematic quality that’s hard to match. It’s also a place where you can experience the power of nature (like the Staubbach Falls dropping nearly 300 meters) and still hear cowbells in the distance. That contrast between grandeur and calm is uniquely Swiss. "

Diva
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

"It was fun exploring my neighborhood, I was the most shocked when I saw a leaf like caterpillar whose body was like a small plant's leaf. It was very fun exploring the nature."

Amrit
M.C.K.V Scout Group, India

"I was spying on a group of chamois in the Swiss Alps. They leapt nimbly between steep cliffs, their slender bodies seeming light despite the challenging terrain. Their golden-brown fur stood out against the green backdrop and melting snow. I was captivated by their agility, moving gracefully and calmly, as if the natural world was made for them. This observation deepened my admiration for the beauty and resilience of nature."

Pasha
Scouts of SMKN 8 Jakarta , Indonesia

"while spying i found a tree with a huge hole near its roots, its in my neighborhood. it tingled my imagination of what all creatures could be inside that hole. When i peaked into it i found few pebbles , some child could have left it as a memory. In fact the spying was a great experience for me i enjoyed it "

Navyasri
Patel scouts and guides group , India

""While spying, I was drawn to a flower, namely the red clover. Because it has a reddish purple color and its leaves grow in clusters, besides that it has beauty and charm.""

Abhi
SMP IT MUTIARA QOLBU , Indonesia

"It was fun to explore the surroundings, I was most surprised when I saw a leaf caterpillar whose body was like a small plant leaf. It was fun to explore nature."

Marcellino
Madiun Regency Rover and Ranger Scout Council, Indonesia

"My favorite is edelweiss, a flower native to the Swiss Alps. I love it because it is unique, rare, and a symbol of the beauty and resilience of the mountains."

Agung
Gerakan Pramuka, Indonesia

"My favourite Swiss nature find while spying was the Wood Sorrel and the Fragnar Orchid - small, hidden, and magical, like nature’s little secrets."

Yuliia
Sokil, Ukraine

"i found a small pond with teeming ecosystem and life. There were many birds and amphibians in it . I got to witness the wonders of nature and its harmony. over all this was a great activity and learnt many new things"

Manusri
Patel scouts and guides group, India

"This activity, "Eco-I-Spy," encourages participants to observe and appreciate the natural world in their surroundings, even in urban areas. It emphasizes the importance of biodiversity and its connection to human well-being. The activity sheet prompts observation and recording of local flora and fauna. The reflection asks participants to share their favorite natural discovery and explain why it stands out. This promotes a deeper connection with nature and an understanding of its presence in daily life."

Czyan Kiel C. Porneso
Cabanatuan City Council Scout Bureau , Philippines

"We have the Sycamore here, in Southern California-- and I "spy" it on the KISC list, as well! It is so amazing that things (other than humans) are common to distant parts of the planet! Sharing things is SO COOL!"

Tristan Dalley
Troop 292, United States

"My favorite Swiss piece of nature is Lake Geneva, Because the place is very beautiful and stunning. I want to try there someday "

Hilarion
Gerakan Pramuka , Indonesia

"I chose the Bearded Vulture because this bird has a unique way of eating, cracking bones from a height to get the marrow. It gives a tough and brave impression that amazes me."

Afifah Tiara Dewi
ambalan, Indonesia

"i found a small pond with teeming ecosystem and life. There were many birds and amphibians in it . I got to witness the wonders of nature and its harmony.""

Emdadul haque
Uttar Kafrul high school sea scout group , Bangladesh

"I like the edelweiss and the chamois because of their association with the mountains."

Iseult
1st Mayo, Ireland

"The marmot because it is so cute and I have never heard of it before, I also like it because I have never heard of an animal that whistles to warn others of danger "

Jade
Doubtless Bay, New Zealand

"While I was spying, I was drawn to a flower: the red clover. Its reddish-purple color and clustered leaves make it beautiful and charming. "

Darwin
Omega , Venezuela

"Last week (at KISC) we saw a common buzzard fly closely over our heads. Just the size of these animals is impressive so definitely this!"

Judith
Scouting Veghel, Netherlands