Diving into the world of rocks – especially suitable for families with children
Family excursion
Dear Members
As part of our diverse Science Alumni events, we are delighted to invite you and your families to a special day in nature: together, we will immerse ourselves in the fascinating world of rocks in the UNESCO World Heritage site Tektonikarena Sardona.
In the morning, we will spend time along the Linth river near the Martinsheim scout house. At various activity stations, we will explore rocks, build and create, and learn more about their formation and their long journey to the Alps. After a shared lunch cooked over the fire, you are free to shape the afternoon as you wish: you may stay and enjoy the surroundings or join a guided hike to the historic Lochsite and continue towards Schwanden.
This event is especially suitable for families with children and offers exciting insights into Earth history and the formation of the Alps.
Location: Pfadiheim Martinsheim, Ennenda and Lochsite
Date: Sunday, 30 August 2026
Time: 09:45 – 16:45
Meeting point:
09:21 at Mitlödi railway station (group walk) or
09:45 directly at Pfadiheim Martinsheim
Travel information:
The scout house can only be reached on foot (approx. 20 minutes from Mitlödi). Travelling by public transport is recommended.
End: approx. 16:45 in Schwanden or individually at the Martinsheim site
What to bring:
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Hiking shoes with good grip
- Drinks for the entire day
- Eating utensils (plate/cutlery)
- Optional additional food (a vegetable risotto will be prepared over the fire; please bring anything else you may wish, e.g. sausages)
- If available: magnifying glass, pocket knife
Registration: Please register via the event page by 16 August 2026 at the latest.
We look forward to an enjoyable and enriching day in nature with you!
Kind regards
Your Science Alumni Board