Birds and flora observation

Wildlife watching in the Vale Santo pine woods. We will look mainly for birds, but we will pay attention to all animals and plants that we can find.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Fauna (others), Flora, Birdwatching
• Duration: 150 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Participants should bring their own binoculars, plant book, shoes and wearing suited for trekking, hat, snack and water.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 6 Max. 12 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Partner:
  SPEA

  
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 03:30 pm until 06:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Cabranosa (hill)
  

  Cabranosa site parking place (coord. GPS: 37.035870, -8.954587).

Birds and other wildlife observation

Wildlife watching in the wet meadows of Budens marsh and Boca do Rio. We will look mainly for birds, but we will pay attention to all animals and plants that we can find.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Fauna (others), Flora, Birdwatching
• Duration: 150 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Participants should bring their own binoculars, plant book, shoes and wearing suited for trekking, hat, snack and water. A photo camera with macro lens might be useful.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 6 Max. 12 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Partner:
  SPEA

  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 03:30 pm until 06:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Boca do Rio (Parking lot)
  

  Boca do Rio beach parking place (coord. GPS 37.066761, -8.809689).

Local caves

A trip to discover places you never imagined that could exist here, so close to Salema. Passing by Figueira beach, Furnas, Zavial, Ingrina and Barranco, we will show you the most secret corners of Barlavento Algarvio. A privilege to explore the coast alone, between the sea and the cliffs.

• Type(s): Sea activities
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for the weather, warm clothes and sun protection. For the most sensitive, we recommend taking seasickness pills in advance. There is free parking in front of the meeting place.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 6 Max. 12 (minimum age 4 years old)
• Price: Child 30.00€
  Adult 30.00€
  
• Partner:
  Salema Tours

  
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 01:00 pm until 02:00 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 03:30 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 04:00 pm until 05:00 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 01:00 pm until 02:00 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 03:30 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 04:00 pm until 05:00 pm
  Friday 1st of October 2021 from 04:00 pm until 05:00 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 04:00 pm until 05:00 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 03:30 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 01:00 pm until 02:00 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 01:00 pm until 02:00 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 03:30 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 04:00 pm until 05:00 pm
  Friday 1st of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 03:30 pm
  Friday 1st of October 2021 from 01:00 pm until 02:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Harbour (Baleeira)
  

  Sagres Port - Floating Pier

The birds' race

What if you could be a bird for a day! How would you behave? What would you eat? Where would you live?

In this game, each participant will be a different bird species and will face a path with several challenges, making decisions and overcoming obstacles based on the ecology of their species. Races, obstacles and discoveries are just some of the ingredients in this fun game!

Are you ready to be a bird?
 

• Type(s): Activities for children
• Theme(s): Environmental Education
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: Children
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  The activity is recommended for children between 7 and 12 years old.

• Registration: Activity with on festival registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 4 Max. 8 (minimum age 7 years old)
• Partner:
  SPEA

  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 11:30 am until 12:30 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Modern time monitoring

The ICNF (Instituto de Conservação das Naturezas e Florestas - Forest and Nature Conservation Institute) in this activity intends to show that any of us can participate in the discovery of science. In this sense, we will present some technological platforms that, on a voluntary basis, can generate data, which can be used to monitor and protect our natural resources. We will also carry out a small field trip so that everyone can see how it is possible to help build a better future.

• Type(s): Workshop with field trip
• Theme(s): Environmental Education , Others, Sustainability
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Bring smartphone.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 4 Max. 20 (minimum age 15 years old)
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 10:30 am until 11:30 am
  Friday 1st of October 2021 from 04:30 pm until 05:30 pm

Benagil Cave Tour

Benagil

Duration: 2h30min

Come and visit the most famous cave in the country: Algar de Benagil! A unique trip along the Algarve coast, you will be able to see Lagos, Alvor, Portimão and Carvoeiro from the sea. In Benagil we will visit the famous cave and other caves in its vicinity. We leave the challenge, which will be the most beautiful? Landscapes of unique beauty, this trip is a must to get to know the Algarve in full.

• Type(s): Sea activities
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 150 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for the weather, warm clothes and sun protection. For the most sensitive, we recommend taking seasickness pills in advance. There is free parking in front of the meeting place.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 6 Max. 12 (minimum age 5 years old)
• Price: Child 55.00€
  Adult 55.00€
  
• Partner:
  Salema Tours

  
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 04:30 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 04:30 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 04:30 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 04:30 pm
  Friday 1st of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 04:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Harbour (Baleeira)
  

  Porto da Baleeira - Floating Pier

Dolphin Watching - Salema Tours

On this trip, we embark in search of marine wildlife, especially dolphins. Not having a defined route, we explore the Atlantic Ocean and can see these animals anywhere. So it's a real safari, every day different and every day a surprise. Different species of dolphins can be seen, but the most common are the common dolphin and the bottlenose dolphin. An hour and a half of pure adrenaline and memories for a lifetime, seeing dolphins in their natural habitat is simply magical! A mandatory trip for nature and sea lovers.

• Type(s): Sea activities
• Theme(s): Dolphin Watching
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for the climate, warm clothes and sun protection. For the most sensitive, we recommend taking seasickness pills in advance. There is free parking in front of the meeting place.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 6 Max. 12 (minimum age 4 years old)
• Price: Child 25.00€
  Adult 30.00€
  
• Partner:
  Salema Tours

  
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 10:30 am until 12:00 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 10:30 am until 12:00 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 10:30 am until 12:00 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 10:30 am until 12:00 pm
  Friday 1st of October 2021 from 10:30 am until 12:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Harbour (Baleeira)
  

  Porto da Baleeira - Floating Pier

Giants of the portuguese waters

Dolphins, whales, turtles and sharks inhabiting Portuguese waters will be the main characters of this talk. We will briefly tackle a few topics related to the biology, ecology, conservation and behaviour of these amazing animals! Which species occur in Portugal, where do they live and what is their favourite meal? What are the ones most threatened of extinction? Some more solitary, others playful and sociable! We invite all to know the answer to these and many other questions!

This activity is facilitated by Marina Laborde.

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Environmental Education , Fauna (others), Dolphin Watching
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 20
• Partner:
  AIMM Portugal

  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 12:00 pm until 01:00 pm

Seabird Watching - Salema Tours

This region is currently recognized as one of the only places in Europe where some species of pelagic seabirds can be observed. We can observe and photograph some of the rarest birds up close. Depending on time of year. This activity will be done on board a semi-rigid, with a biologist as a guide.

• Type(s): Sea activities
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for the weather, warm clothes and sun protection. For the most sensitive, we recommend taking seasickness pills in advance. There is free parking in front of the meeting place.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 6 Max. 12 (minimum age 4 years old)
• Price: Child 25.00€
  Adult 25.00€
  
• Partner:
  Salema Tours

  
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 08:00 am until 10:00 am
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 08:00 am until 10:00 am
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 08:00 am until 10:00 am
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 08:00 am until 10:00 am
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 08:00 am until 10:00 am
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Harbour (Baleeira)
  

  Porto da Baleeira - Floating Pier

LIFE Pateiras - Natural Adapt 4 Rural Areas

This year, in Vila Nova de Famalicão, a project funded by the EU through the LIFE program began, which aims to test solutions that help mitigate the effect of climate change. The solutions presented are based on ecosystem mechanisms that have an effect on rainwater retention, on its infiltration into the groundwater, on the reduction of the effect of floods and on the natural purification of effluents in such a way that they can be reused. Among the measures to be implemented, the restoration of wetlands and the reuse of effluents as a support for biodiversity are of greatest interest for the conservation of local birdlife.

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 10 Max. 20
• Schedule: Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 03:00 pm until 04:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Pavilhão Multiusos de Sagres
  

Methodologies to study cetaceans: a practical approach

This workshop offers an introduction to the most commonly used methodologies to study whales and dolphins. Our main goal is to provide participants with a hands-on approach where they will, for instance, have the opportunity to process photographs and create photo-ID catalogues to identify individual animals. Join us!

Indoor activity. The meeting point to this activity will be announced soon.

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Dolphin Watching
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: English
• Recommendations:

  We strongly encourage all participants to bring their own laptops.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 15 (minimum age 12 years old)
• Price: Adult 18.50€
  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 05:00 pm until 07:00 pm

Dolphin Watching - Mar Ilimitado

Besides the usual dolphin sightings, enigmatic seabird species often fly over and occasionally we are rewarded with the thrilling sight of whales, large pelagic fish (sun fish, sharks) or sea turtles. The trip is preceded by an educational briefing. The natural scenery of this adventure is the Atlantic Ocean and we will be surrounded by breathtaking coastline views. The trip is guided by a biologist and is an unique experience: it does not have a defined route and is dependent on weather conditions. Step aboard and join us!

• Type(s): Sea activities
• Theme(s): Dolphin Watching
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring clothes and shoes adequate to the weather, a jacket and sunscreen. We recommend the use of sea sickness pills to the more sensitive persons. There is free parking available in front of our office.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 6 Max. 12 (minimum age 3 years old)
• Price: Child 30.00€
  Adult 30.00€
  
• Partner:
  Mar Ilimitado

  
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 11:30 am until 01:30 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 11:30 am until 01:30 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 11:30 am until 01:30 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 01:30 pm until 03:30 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 01:30 pm until 03:30 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 01:30 pm until 03:30 pm
  Friday 1st of October 2021 from 11:30 am until 01:30 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 11:30 am until 01:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Harbour (Baleeira)
  

Amphibians & Reptiles in SW Algarve EN

This activity consists in a presentation (1h), followed by a field excursion (1h30min) regarding the diversity, biology, ecology and conservation of the reptile and amphibian species existing in Portugal, particularly in the Southwestern Algarve.

This activity is facilitated by Vasco Flores Cruz.

• Type(s): Workshop with field trip
• Theme(s): Fauna (others)
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: English
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 20 (minimum age 5 years old)
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 05:00 pm
• Notes:

  This activity takes place in Portuguese on the 3rd of October, and in English on the 1st of October.

• Meeting point:
  Sagres Parish Council
  

In search of the lost bird!

Participants will have to search, in a predefined route, for several bird models that will be placed along the way.

With the help of identification guides, participants will have to identify the species of each model and this way, learn a little bit about them!

This activity is facilitated by Pedro Henriques (Asociation Club XZen).

• Type(s): Activities for children
• Theme(s): Environmental Education , Birdwatching
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: Children
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 20 (minimum age 6 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 11:00 am until 12:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  "O Vigia" Restaurant
  

Seabird Watching - Cape Cruiser

Aboard a semi-rigid inflatable boat, and with a marine biologist as a guide,we will be using bait to attract as many seabirds as possible.

• Type(s): Sea activities
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 150 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  The activity is only confirmed after our reply and is subject to immediate cancellation if the weather conditions change.

  We recommend participants to bring wind jacket, camera, binoculars, water and sunblock.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 6 Max. 12 (minimum age 8 years old)
• Price: Child 30.00€
  Adult 30.00€
  
• Partner:
  Cape Cruiser

  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 11:00 am
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 11:00 am
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 03:00 pm until 05:30 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 11:00 am
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 03:00 pm until 05:30 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 11:00 am
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 03:00 pm until 05:30 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 03:00 pm until 05:30 pm
  Friday 1st of October 2021 from 03:00 pm until 05:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Harbour (Baleeira)
  

Night Bugs!

This activity aims to show the diversity of nocturnal fauna, especially Lepidoptera (butterflies).

The order Lepidoptera is part of the insects class and, in Portugal only, there are about 3000 species of nocturnal butterflies!  In addition to butterflies, we are always visited by other arthropods, which makes this activity very interesting due to the high number of different species observed in a short period of time.

This activity is facilitated by Pedro Henriques e Fernando Pires.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Environmental Education , Fauna (others)
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  We recommend wearing warm clothes.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 20
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 10:30 pm until 12:30 am
• Notes:

  papers

• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Dolphin Watching - Cape Cruiser

Join us for this fantastic experience in search of dolphins, whales and other marine life in their natural habitat. With an experienced team of marine biologists and skippers, we provide a responsible cetacean observation experience. Come aboard and prepare to be amazed!

• Type(s): Sea activities
• Theme(s): Dolphin Watching
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  The activity is only confirmed after our response and is subject to immediate cancellation if the weather conditions change.

  Bring wind-jacket, sunblock and water.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 6 Max. 12 (minimum age 3 years old)
• Price: Child 30.00€
  Adult 30.00€
  
• Partner:
  Cape Cruiser

  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 11:30 am until 01:00 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 01:30 pm until 03:00 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 11:30 am until 01:00 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 01:30 pm until 03:00 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 11:30 am until 01:00 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 01:30 pm until 03:00 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 11:30 am until 01:00 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 01:30 pm until 03:00 pm
  Friday 1st of October 2021 from 01:30 pm until 03:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Harbour (Baleeira)
  

Cabranosa by Night

It is at dusk that Cabranosa gains another life and where many secrets of nature are hidden. The nocturnal creatures start their daily rhythm, bats zigzag to eat the nocturnal butterflies that are after all colorful, the owls, quiet in the branches of the trees, at night they can be heard echoing in the forest. In the distance, amphibians can be heard and, up close, scorpions let themselves be seen reflected in black light. Curious? Come explore Cabranosa after hours... and have a nightly exploration experience! Don't forget your flashlight!

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Environmental Education , Fauna (others), Others
• Duration: 105 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Comfortable shoes, jacket and flashlight.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 10 Max. 20 (minimum age 5 years old)
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 07:15 pm until 09:00 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 07:15 pm until 09:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Cabranosa (hill)
  

  Next to the pond, in the car park.

Breathwork & sound healing

A session to become more aware of our respiratory system and relearn how to use its full capacity. Breathing is a vital process to which, sometimes, we do not pay much attention. In this session we will bring our focus inside to better oxygenate our body and our soul. The Tibetan bells will accompany the relaxation process after the breathing exercises.

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Health and Wellness
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring a mat to lay on the floor.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 (minimum age 17 years old)
• Price: Adult 10.00€
  
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 10:30 am until 11:30 am
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Bird ringing workshop

Practical demonstration of scientific ringing techniques. If the weather permits, nets can be placed to ring live birds, otherwise the activity will be carried out on a more theoretical basis.

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Bird ringing
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Participants must bring their cars from the meeting point to the bird ringing site. We suggest that participants share cars so that the lowest possible number of vehicles is used. Participants in this activity must respect the following rules to ensure the birds wellbeing: - Keeping a safe distance of 2 meters around the mist netting area and not running near the nets; - Parents should help their children following these rules. Monitors may ask the participants who do not comply with these rules to leave the area, to ensure birds safety.

• Registration: Activity with on festival registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 15
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 04:30 pm until 05:30 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 04:30 pm until 05:30 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 04:30 pm until 05:30 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 04:30 pm until 05:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  "O Vigia" Restaurant
  

Seabird Watching in Yacht

Sagres is nowadays known to be one of the few places in continental Europe where some pelagic seabird species may be observed. After navigating south, the boat will stop and chum might be used. It is possible to watch in close proximity and photograph some of the rarest species. Depending on the season, we highlight the presence of Wilson’s storm petrel, Manx, Balearic and Great shearwaters, Long-tailed skua or Audouin’s gull, among others that fly over more frequently. This activity will take place on a yacht with a biologist on board.

• Type(s): Sea activities
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 165 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring clothes and shoes adequate to the weather, a jacket and sunscreen. We recommend the use of sea sickness pills to the more sensitive persons. There is free parking available in front of our office.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 6 Max. 12 (minimum age 8 years old)
• Price: Child 30.00€
  Adult 30.00€
  
• Partner:
  Mar Ilimitado

  
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 08:45 am until 11:30 am
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 08:45 am until 11:30 am
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Harbour (Baleeira)
  

Course SONY - Astrophotography

Short-term photography course to learn how to take photographs of the Milky Way and the stars. Course with Sony support.

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Photography
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Bring notebook and pen.
  Participants with interest in testing equipment may borrow a camera during this SONY course.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 20 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 04:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Clube Recreativo Infante de Sagres
  

Seabird Watching on a RIB boat

Sagres is nowadays known to be one of the few places in continental Europe where some pelagic seabird species may be observed. After navigating south, the boat will stop and chum may be used. It is possible to watch in close proximity and photograph some of the rarest species. Depending on the season, we highlight the presence of Wilson’s storm petrel, Manx, Balearic and Great shearwaters, Long-tailed skua or Audouin’s gull, among others that fly over more frequently. This activity will take place on a RIB boat with a biologist on board.

• Type(s): Sea activities
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 165 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring clothes and shoes adequate to the weather, a jacket and sunscreen. We recommend the use of sea sickness pills to the more sensitive persons. There is free parking available in front of our office.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 6 Max. 12 (minimum age 8 years old)
• Price: Child 30.00€
  Adult 30.00€
  
• Partner:
  Mar Ilimitado

  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 11:15 am
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 02:15 pm until 05:00 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 11:15 am
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 02:15 pm until 05:00 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 11:15 am
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Harbour (Baleeira)
  

Do white storks still migrate?

The white stork is traditionally a migratory species that nests in Europe and winters in sub-Saharan Africa. However, since the 1980s, the number of individuals that remain on the Iberian Peninsula year-round has been increasing. This change in migratory behavior has been attributed to the use of landfills, an abundant food source. By using GPS tracking technology, we have now been able to follow the birds throughout their lives and identify the costs and benefits of this new behavior and its impact on the storks' migratory decisions.

This activity is facilitated by Marta Acácio.

The presentation will be in english and the talk will be held in portuguese.

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 20
• Partner:
  Câmara Municipal de Vila do Bispo

  
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 09:00 pm until 10:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Fish Market Interpretation Center
  

South Coast Cliffs Tour

An outing to discover the countless cliffs, beaches and caves that exist in the vicinity of Burgau beach. Pedagogical and fun outing, showing the richness of the biodiversity existing in this part of the coast.

• Type(s): Sea activities
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring hat and sunscreen. 

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 4 Max. 10
• Price: Child 12.00€
  Adult 20.00€
  
• Partner:
  Algarve Dolphin Lovers

  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 03:30 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 03:30 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 03:30 pm
  Friday 1st of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 03:30 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 03:30 pm
• Notes:

  Price per children is for children under 13 years old.

• Meeting point:
  Burgau Beach
  

A year in the life of a black stork

The black stork is a charismatic and extremely elusive bird, and therefore still unknown to many. Using GPS technology, we were able for the first time to describe in detail their first year of life: where they feed when they leave their nests, their first migration, where they spend the winter and when they return to Portugal in the spring.

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Fauna (others)
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 1 Max. 30
• Partner:
  Câmara Municipal de Vila do Bispo

  
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 09:00 pm until 10:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Fish Market Interpretation Center
  

Dolphin Watching Algarve Dolphin Lovers

Come with us on a tour to observe this region's marine wildlife, particularly dolphins.

• Type(s): Sea activities
• Theme(s): Dolphin Watching
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring hat and sunscreen.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 4 Max. 10
• Price: Child 20.00€
  Adult 30.00€
  
• Partner:
  Algarve Dolphin Lovers

  
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 09:30 am until 11:00 am
  Friday 1st of October 2021 from 11:30 am until 01:00 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 09:30 am until 11:00 am
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 11:30 am until 01:00 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 11:30 am until 01:00 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 09:30 am until 11:00 am
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 11:30 am until 01:00 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 09:30 am until 11:00 am
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 11:30 am until 01:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Burgau Beach
  

Bird Ringing

This is a lesser known activity but of great scientific and pedagogical interest. The ringing of birds is a process of capture, marking, study and subsequent release. A good opportunity to get to know the birds that pass through this region every year!

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Bird ringing
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Participants will be divided into two groups of 15 people. Each group will do the session with a different monitor.
  Participants must bring their cars from the meeting point to the bird ringing site. We suggest that participants share cars so that the lowest possible number of vehicles is used.
  Participants in this activity must respect the following rules to ensure the birds wellbeing:
  - Keeping a safe distance of 2 meters around the mist netting area and not running near the nets;
  - Parents should help their children follow these rules.
  Monitors may ask the participants who do not comply with these rules to leave the area, to ensure birds safety.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 4 Max. 30 (minimum age 6 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 07:30 am until 10:30 am
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 07:30 am until 10:30 am
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 07:30 am until 10:30 am
  Friday 1st of October 2021 from 07:30 am until 10:30 am
• Meeting point:
  "O Vigia" Restaurant
  

Scientific Illustration Workshop - Watercolours

Scientific illustration workshop where we are going to approach how to use watercolours technique to do an illustration. Quick description about what is scientific illustration and demonstration of how to apply the technique.

Participants will try to do a final illustration of a species from our biodiversity using photo-references.

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 240 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Necessary materials:

  • Watercolors (dragees or tubes). With dragee watercolours, more colour is saved. After opening, over time, tube watercolours tend to dry out, while dragees have greater durability. On the other hand, tube watercolours are better, both for mixing and in terms of colour vividness. The choice is up to you.
  • Brushes. You will need brushes of different sizes. Bring at least one brush no. 0 or no. 1 to produce details or contours, and a larger one to give the base.
  • HB pencil, sharpener and eraser.
  • Watercolour paper with 280/300 gr.
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 12 (minimum age 16 years old)
• Price: Adult 15.00€
  
• Schedule: Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 06:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Parish Council
  

Yoga Class

HathaYoga class, with emphasis on different postures and body alignment, breathing techniques and deep relaxation. The class is adaptable to all levels of practitioners. All are welcome!

• Type(s): Others
• Theme(s): Health and Wellness
• Duration: 75 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Be present at the meeting point 5 minutes before the start of the activity. Wear comfortable clothing for practice. Bring mat or towel and a sweater (coat, blanket) for ultimate relaxation.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 10 (minimum age 16 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 05:30 pm until 06:45 pm
• Meeting point:
  Mareta Beach
  

  Meeting Point - Next to the Raposo restaurant.

Scientific Illustration Workshop - Colour pencils

Scientific illustration workshop where is going to be approached how to use colour pencils to do an illustration. Quick description about what is scientific illustration and demonstration of how to apply the tecnique.

Participants will try to do a final illustration of species from our biodiversity, using photo-references.

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 240 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Necessary materials:

  • Colored Pencils Box (Staedtler, Faber Castell, Caran D’Ache ..). A box with 20 to 30 pencils will be enough; but if you have or want to buy a box with a larger quantity that’s better, as it will have a bigger variety of shades.
  • A4 Cartridge Paper, 120gr.
  • HB pencil, sharpener, eraser.
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 12 (minimum age 16 years old)
• Price: Adult 15.00€
  
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 06:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Parish Council
  

Birdwatching in Cabranosa

Join SPEA ornithologists in the observation of several migratory bird species in different habitats of Sagres region. Today we will be at "Cabranosa", iconic spot for migratory bird watching in Sagres. This activity will have a particular emphasis on raptor observation.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Registration: Activity with on festival registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 12
• Partner:
  SPEA

  
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 04:00 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Cabranosa (hill)
  

Scientific Illustration Workshop - Pen

Scientific Illustration Workshop, in which the ballpoint/pen technique will be approached. There will be a brief description of what Scientific Illustration is and then a demonstration of the technique. Participants will create a realistic illustration using photo-references of species from our biodiversity.

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 240 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Necessary materials:

  • Black pens / ballpoint pens. Here are several brands: Uniball, Uni-pin, Staedtler, Micron. Choose pens with round tips (in the case of ballpoint) and / or tips 005 and 01.
  • Drawing paper (Papel cavalinho) 120gr, HB pencil, eraser and sharpener.
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 12 (minimum age 16 years old)
• Price: Adult 15.00€
  
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 06:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Parish Council
  

Birdwatching Route - Vale Santo

Join SPEA ornithologists in the observation of several migratory bird species in different habitats of Sagres region. Today, the route will be in Vale Santo, wonderful spot for migratory bird watching in Sagres with particular emphasis on small passerines and raptors.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  You need to bring a car to participate in this activity.

• Registration: Activity with on festival registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 12
• Partner:
  SPEA

  
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 04:30 pm until 06:30 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 04:30 pm until 06:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Scientific Illustration workshop - Graphite

Scientific illustration workshop where is going to be approached how to use graphite pencils to do an illustration. Quick description about what is scientific illustration and demonstration of how to apply the technique. Participants will do a final illustration with photo-references of species from our biodiversity.

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 240 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Materials:

  • Graphite pencil of different hardness (HB, B2, B3, B4, B5 ...). Not to many, just 3 to make the chromatic variation from the lightest to the darkest. Ex: HB, B2 and B4.
  • Type cleaner (optional) (also known as rubber-bread or rubber-dough).
  • HB pencil, Sharpener, eraser.
  • Cartridge paper 120gr.
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 12 (minimum age 16 years old)
• Price: Adult 15.00€
  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 06:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Parish Council
  

Seabird watching

Join expert birdwatchers in the observation of seabirds from land, on Cape St. Vincent. This activity aims to increase the knowledge about these species and train their identification. It will be possible to observe a diversity of marine and migratory species, from several seagull species to gannets and shearwaters, among others.

Activity facilitated by Rui Machado.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 150 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring comfortable shoes, hat and sunscreen. Whomever has telescope and binoculars, should bring it.

• Registration: Free activity, registration not needed
• Partner:
  SPEA

  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 07:30 am until 10:00 am
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 07:30 am until 10:00 am
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 07:30 am until 10:00 am
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 07:30 am until 10:00 am
• Meeting point:
  Cape Saint-Vincent
  

Birdwatching Route - Cabranosa

Join SPEA ornithologists in the observation of several migratory bird species in different habitats of Sagres region. Today, the route will be around the Hedge (“Sebe”) and "Cabranosa", iconic spots for migratory bird watching in Sagres with particular emphasis on small passerines and raptors.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Registration: Activity with on festival registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 12
• Partner:
  SPEA

  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 04:30 pm until 06:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Cabranosa (hill)
  

Snakes of Portugal

Showcasing the ten snake species of Portugal, using simple techniques to identify them easily.

This activity is facilitated by Davina Falcão.

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Environmental Education , Fauna (others)
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 20
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 10:00 am
• Meeting point:
  Pavilhão Multiusos de Sagres
  

Who lives at the bottom of a stream?

Come and learn about the small creatures that inhabit the bottom of Algarve's streams, the so-called benthic macroinvertebrates, which range from insect larvae to small crustaceans, as well as other groups of animals. In this activity we will demonstrate the methodology used in their inventory and we will also explain how these small invertebrates help us monitor the ecological quality of the water bodies of Algarve's creeks.

• Type(s): Activities for children, Field trip
• Theme(s): Environmental Education , Fauna (others)
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Bring water, hat and sunscreen. If possible, bring high rain boots or adequate footwear to walk in streams.
  
  

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 10 Max. 20 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 10:30 am until 12:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Martinhal Beach
  

Sour fig removal

Voluntary activity: Removal of sour fig at the Sagres' Fortress.

This being one of the invasive exotic species that has most affected the shoreline in the Algarve, the Agência Portuguesa do Ambiente - ARH Algarve, collaborating with the Vila do Bispo Municipality and with the support of the Sagres' Fortress, will carry on its work in the Algarve within the project "Voluntariado Ambiental para a Água".

For more information about this invasive species, visit: www.invasoras.pt

• Type(s): Activities for children, Field trip
• Theme(s): Environmental Education , Flora
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring water, comfortable shoes, hat and sun screen.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 8 Max. 20 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 05:00 pm until 07:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Fortress
  

Realistic illustration

Learn the best coloured pencils techniques and get realistic results.  

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  We recommend bringing a pack of good quality coloured pencils, for example Faber-Castell Polychromos, Caran d'Ache Supra Color ou Pablo, etc.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 15 (minimum age 14 years old)
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 07:30 pm until 09:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Parish Council
  

Ball-point art

Learn ball-point pen techniques and get great results with your art. 

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  If you wish to color using ball-point pen then I recommend you bring your own pack of Staedtler ball-point pens (https://www.fnac.pt/Pack-Staedtler-10-Esferograficas-Ball-432-Coloridas-Esferograficas/a898840). Remaining art supplies are included.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 15 (minimum age 14 years old)
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 07:30 pm until 09:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Parish Council
  

Fieldsketching techniques

This workshop will cover techniques applied in field sketching, with special focus on birds. It will be possible to learn how to draw a bird through direct observation. The activity will take place indoors, and there will be no field trips, as this is a first approach to this theme.

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Art supplies are included in this activity.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 10 (minimum age 18 years old)
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 07:30 pm until 09:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Parish Council
  

Edible and medicinal flora

Guided tour in Sagres village, peeking through the gardens and small squares to observe spontaneous and cultivated plants that may have edible and medicinal interest.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Flora
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring adequate shoes, hat, water and sunscreen (for face, at least). Bring garbage bags and tweezers, for those who want to help collect garbage.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 1 Max. 20 (minimum age 5 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 05:00 pm until 07:00 pm

Spontaneous Flora of Sagres Fortress

Walk to discover the flora that grows spontaneously, in the shadow of the great walls of Sagres Fortress.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Flora
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring garbage bags and tweezers, for those who want to help collect garbage.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 1 Max. 20 (minimum age 5 years old)
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 11:00 am until 01:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Fortress
  

Discovering Sagres’ flora

Along a short walking path, participants will set out to discover the unique flora found in Portugal’s southwest extreme, where several endemic plants and other rarities are concentrated. We will also talk about the different ecological adaptations that allow plants to colonize different habitats, and the threats that affect this floristic heritage conservation.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Flora
• Duration: 105 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Bring a hat, water and suitable walking shoes.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 20 (minimum age 6 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 10:15 am until 12:00 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 03:50 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Across the Slopes of Raposeira (13,7km)

Walk along one of the 12 complementary Walking Paths to the GR13 - Via Algarviana, the PR4 VBP - Walking Path “Pelas Encostas da Raposeira” (Across the Slopes of Raposeira). We will take the short route with 13.70 km, passing through places of extreme beauty as the valley of Benaçoitão and Barranco Beach where we will make a stop. Let yourself be surprised by the Padrão Menhir and the Milrei Menhir. Afterwards, we will continue our trip towards Hortas do Tabúal and back to Raposeira.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Walks
• Duration: 300 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Comfortable footwear and clothing adapted to weather conditions, hat, sunscreen, water and a lunch. There will be the possibility for anyone who wants, and if the conditions are right, to take a dip, so it is suggested that you bring a bathing suit or shorts.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 6 Max. 12 (minimum age 12 years old)
• Partner:
  Almargem

  
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 01:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Igreja Matriz da Raposeira
  

Across the Slopes of Raposeira (18,2km)

Walk along one of the 12 complementary Walking Paths to the GR13 - Via Algarviana, the PR4 VBP - Walking Path “Pelas Encostas da Raposeira” (Across the Slopes of Raposeira). We will do the extended route with 18.20 km, passing by places of extreme beauty: Benaçoitão valley, Barranco Beach, João Vaz Beach, Zavial Fort and Ingrina Beach where we will stop for lunch and a well-deserved dip. The beauty of the Menir do Padrão and the Menir do Milrei, will surprise you. Proceed by walking towards Hortas do Tabúal and then back to Raposeira.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Walks
• Duration: 360 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Comfortable footwear and clothing adapted to weather conditions, hat, sunscreen, water and a lunch. There will be the possibility for anyone who wants, and if the conditions are right, to take a dip, so it is suggested that you bring a bathing suit or shorts.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 6 Max. 12 (minimum age 12 years old)
• Partner:
  Almargem

  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 08:00 am until 02:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Igreja Matriz da Raposeira
  

Buiding bird feeders

A bird feeder is a great way to attract birds to your garden and also help them when food is scarce in nature or when they need an extra boost.

In this activity you will learn how to build a bird feeder from reused and biodegradable materials, find out how to maintain it and keep your visitors safe and also which is the best food to give them! You can also get to know some of the birds that usually visit the bird feeders.

• Type(s): Activities for children
• Theme(s): Environmental Education
• Duration: 75 minutes
• Target Audience: Children
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Children under 7 years-old have to be accompanied by an adult. The organization will supply all necessary materials. In the end of the activity participants can take their birdfeeder home.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 20 (minimum age 5 years old)
• Partner:
  SPEA

  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 05:15 pm until 06:30 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 04:30 pm until 05:45 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Lousada, with an eye on the future

Presentation of the work carried out in Lousada Municipality in favour of Nature Conservation and Environmental Education.

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Environmental Education , Fauna (others), Flora, Health and Wellness, Sustainability
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 1 Max. 20
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 10:00 am until 11:30 am
• Meeting point:
  Pavilhão Multiusos de Sagres
  

Night's life mysteries

Night tour for fauna observation. This activity is carried out in partnership with Lousada Municipality, the Conservation Biology Unit of Évora University and Almargem.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Walks, Environmental Education , Fauna (others)
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Flashlight, coat, suitable clothing and footwear

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 20
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 08:30 pm until 10:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  "O Vigia" Restaurant
  

Life on hold

Temporary ponds are one of the most fascinating freshwater habitats. They begin to fill with the first autumn rains, and with the water comes life. Countless forms of life, plants and animals, occur in these habitats. But it all ends during the warmer months when these ponds dry up completely. Thus, plants and animals had to develop unique mechanisms that would allow them to survive this extreme transformation. Come learn a little more about the ecology, importance and threats that temporary ponds face. This activity is carried out in partnership with the Municipality of Lousada, the Conservation Biology Unit of the University of Évora and Almargem.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Environmental Education , Fauna (others), Flora
• Duration: 150 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  It is preferable to wear pants and suitable footwear (sneakers or boots).

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 20
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 09:30 am until 12:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Igreja Matriz de Vila do Bispo
  

  Meeting point at Igreja Matriz, followed by a trip to the activity place (Lagoa Funda).

Pre-historic avifauna in Portugal

This conference is about the presence of diverse bird species since Lower Palaeolithic until Iron Age.

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Archeology, History and Geology
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 30
• Partner:
  Câmara Municipal de Vila do Bispo

  
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 09:00 pm until 11:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Fish Market Interpretation Center
  

Adventurers' tales

Come hear a tale from “The Adventurers”, told by Isabel Ricardo, author of the book "Pirates of Falesia", whose story takes place here, in Forte do Beliche, during the Sagres Festival. Get to know the many adventures of these young people who, just like you, ventured to come to this festival

• Type(s): Activities for children
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: Children
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 12 (minimum age 6 years old)
• Partner:
  Câmara Municipal de Vila do Bispo

  
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 03:30 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 03:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Between caves and pirates...

In this treasure hunt you will follow the footsteps of Tó Jú, Bia, Daniel, Cris and João, the crow, and embark on an adventure filled with action among caves and environmental trails brimming with legends of pirates and saints, princes and kings, spies and crows, full of action and where danger may be lurking!

This activity is guided by the writer Isabel Ricardo and based on her book “Os Aventureiros e os piratas da Falésia”, from the series "Os Aventureiros".

• Type(s): Activities for children
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: Children
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Children must be accompanied by an adult.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 15 (minimum age 6 years old)
• Partner:
  Câmara Municipal de Vila do Bispo

  
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 05:00 pm until 06:30 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 10:00 am until 11:30 am
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Book "Os Aventureiros e os Piratas da Falésia"

Come attend the book launch of the author Isabel Ricardo, whose setting is the Sagres festival itself!

This book, included in the series "The Adventurers", tells the story of 4 youngsters and a crow who travel to Sagres to participate in the Birdwatching & Nature Activities Festival. Although busy during the day with the many activities of the Festival, they are aware of some very unusual situations... and end up involved in an exciting adventure through caves and environmental trails where pirates, kings, saints, spies and crows enter. An adventure filled with action and danger.

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 20
• Partner:
  Câmara Municipal de Vila do Bispo

  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 06:00 pm until 07:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Pousada
  

Bird's Challenge

Come and discover the migratory birds (and not only) that spend every year in Sagres, and get to know a little more about its ecology, through various challenges and puzzles that will be spread throughout Beliche Fort. A fun, and not always easy, challenge for the whole family!

This activity will take place throughout the day, starting at 9am. To participate you just have to go to the Secretariat, ask for instructions and play.

• Type(s): Activities for children
• Theme(s): Environmental Education
• Duration: 540 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  This activity is suitable for children to go alone or for the whole family.

• Registration: Free activity, registration not needed
• Nr of participants: (minimum age 7 years old)
• Partner:
  SPEA

  
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 06:00 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 06:00 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 06:00 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 06:00 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 04:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Monitoring of soaring birds

Participants will join a research team studying bird migration, especially diurnal birds of prey. This study is part of a broader monitoring of wind farm impacts on birds in the region.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Participants should bring binoculars and/or optic scope, bird guide, hat, sun screen and water. Sunglasses are recommendable. It is likely that the meeting point is crowded at arrival, therefore participants are advised to arrive timely, locate the activity coordinator and identify themselves.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 15 (minimum age 6 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 11:00 am until 12:30 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 11:00 am until 12:30 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 01:00 pm until 02:30 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 01:00 pm until 02:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Cabranosa (hill)
  

Guide "Amphibians of Algarve"

Presentation of the 2nd edition of the book "Anfibios do Algarve", from the Fauna and Flora of the Algarve collection. After the 1st edition, published in 2002, we now present the 2nd edition of this guide, with updated information and keys to identify the various species that can be found in the Algarve. With a simple organization, complemented with photographs and illustrations that portray distinctive characteristics of the different species of amphibians, this is the ideal book for anyone who wants to get to know more about these fascinating animals.

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Fauna (others)
• Duration: 45 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 30
• Partner:
  Almargem

  

  Câmara Municipal de Vila do Bispo

  
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 05:30 pm until 06:15 pm
• Meeting point:
  Fish Market Interpretation Center
  

From sea to plate

Our consumption habits have a big impact on the environment. When it comes to food, if we know more about what we eat, we can make choices that promote sustainable fishing and nature conservation. Chef Tiago Zeferino and marine biologist Rodrigo Clímaco are the hosts of this Showcooking. With them, we'll get to know a local clam production project in the open sea and learn the secrets of how to cook Burgau octopus. Come and taste these delicacies and find out more about how to eat fish, preserving resources and protecting seabirds.

• Type(s): Others
• Theme(s): Sustainability
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 10 Max. 30
• Partner:
  Câmara Municipal de Vila do Bispo

  

  SPEA

  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Fish Market Interpretation Center
  

Via Algarviana Leaf hunting

A hike of about 2 km to see and discover what the leaves hide. Do they have hairs? What do the veins look like? What color are they? At the Forte do Beliche each family will "put" their hands in plaster to make a mold of a leaf. The kids will use all their creativity to decorate it! As a reward, the little explorers will take this souvenir home with them!

• Type(s): Activities for children, Field trip
• Theme(s): Environmental Education
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Target Audience: Children
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Children should be accompanied by an adult. Bring comfortable footwear and clothing adapted to weather conditions, hat, sunscreen, water and a small snack.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 8 Max. 12 (minimum age 6 years old)
• Partner:
  Almargem

  
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 12:00 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 12:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Bird Watching - First Steps!

Mini-course (theory and practice) to introduce participants to birdwatching. Topics: optical material and field guides, main sites for birdwatching in Algarve, important aspects on bird identification, main characteristics of some species that can be seen in Sagres’ region at this time of year. Followed by guided tour in the area.

Ths activity is facilitated by Sónia Cruz, Marcelo Dias and Lina Campos.

• Type(s): Workshop with field trip
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 150 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Bring confortable wear and shoes, hat, water and a snack.
  
  

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 10 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 09:30 am until 12:00 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 03:00 pm until 05:30 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 09:30 am until 12:00 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 03:00 pm until 05:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Pousada
  

  In the reception area.

On the track of Dinosaurs and beyond!

Salema beach is the ideal place to use dinosaur footprints to demonstrate how scientists learn about the body and movement of the animal that left the footprints. Since dinosaurs are extinct, the only way to obtain data about them is through fossilized forms.

This activity is facilitated by Beatriz Oliveira.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Archeology, History and Geology
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Depending on weather conditions: bring water, sunscreen, hat and comfortable shoes.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 15
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 11:00 am
• Meeting point:
  Salema Beach (Old Elementary School)
  

Sunset at Via Algarviana

Starting at Vila do Bispo Main Church, you'll be challenged to walk the entire last sector of the GR13-Via Algarviana. The route takes you through the fields, that are still used for livestock grazing, which is why cattle are often encountered along the way. This path will also take you through small rural settlements such as Catalão and Vale Santo. Despite the 16.40 km length, this is a low degree of difficulty path, mostly flat, except for a few hills that you'll see on the horizon. The walk will culminate in the best way, with a toast at sunset in the mythical Cape Saint Vincent.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Walks
• Duration: 390 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Comfortable footwear and clothing adapted to weather conditions, hat, sunscreen, water and a small snack.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 6 Max. 12 (minimum age 14 years old)
• Partner:
  Almargem

  
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 01:00 pm until 07:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Cape Saint-Vincent
  

  There will be a bus that will take the group to the starting point.

Trail maintenance hike

This 14 km hike will allow you to know the two Grand Routes (GR) of Rota Vicentina (the Historical Way and the Fishermen's Trail), while leaving a positive footprint. Along the trail, a review of the status of the signage will be carried out, proceeding with the necessary maintenance (paintings).

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Walks
• Duration: 360 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  For the hike, you will need to take: Comfortable shoes and clothing for walking, as well as a hat, sunscreen and windbreaker; Water and snack for lunch; Maintenance material: work gloves, bag to collect the garbage; (Taking into account the current context) alcohol-based solution and mask.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 15 (minimum age 12 years old)
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 10:00 am until 04:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Cape Saint-Vincent
  

  Close to Rota Vicentina panel.

Native vs. Invasive walk

Educational guided walk of 3,5 km along Castelejo Environmental Trail, with small activities and information about native flora and control of invasive species. Part of this route is coincident with the Historical Way of Cordoama Circular Route, that is a part of Rota Vicentina.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Walks, Environmental Education
• Duration: 210 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  For the hike, you will need to take: Comfortable shoes and clothing for walking, as well as a hat, sunscreen and windbreaker; Water and snack; Maintenance material: work gloves, bag to collect the garbage; (Taking into account the current context) alcohol-based solution and mask.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 6 Max. 20
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 09:30 am until 01:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Castelejo Picnic Area
  

  Ideally, you should arrive 10 minutes in advance.

Tourism versus Natural Heritage

How to reduce the impact of mass tourism and promote sustainable tourism? In this lecture we will give some examples of investments made with support from the INHERIT project. Debate: the need to value and promote nature tourism as a vector of sustainability.

The first 15 minutes will be in Portuguese, where there will be analysed and discussed the impacts of tourism on the Portuguese Algarve coast area. The other 15 minutes will be in English, where CARM will introduce INHERIT's keys to support the development of sustainable natural heritage tourism activities in the MED area.

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Sustainability
• Duration: 30 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 20
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 07:00 pm until 07:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Tourism Office
  

  The meeting will take place in the garden in front of the Tourist Office.

How to take care of the Walking Trails?

Walking/hiking trails need constant attention to ensure that those who use them do so in total safety and trust! In Rota Vicentina who takes care of them? How are they taken care of? That's what we are going to learn! We will go even further, understanding what are the basics of marking are, the material needed and the care that is required when doing maintenance. This training session is intended for Rota Vicentina Caretakers, as well as potential candidates and other interested public. Training with Irene Nunes, responsible for the areas of Walking Trails and Volunteering in Rota Vicentina.

• Type(s): Workshop with field trip
• Theme(s): Walks
• Duration: 150 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 20 (minimum age 12 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 05:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Parish Council
  

Imagination with wings

Let's give free rein to our imagination and, with glue, paper and scissors, let's mold different materials to create new possibilities for play. We will invent birds from rolls, feeders out of packages and create beautiful masks inspired by these winged beings.

• Type(s): Activities for children
• Theme(s): Environmental Education
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: Children
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with on festival registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 10 (minimum age 6 years old)
• Partner:
  SPEA

  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 03:30 pm until 05:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Bugs World!

Tour for observation and identification of insects with Fernando Pires, entomologist.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Fauna (others)
• Duration: 150 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 15
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 10:30 am until 01:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  "O Vigia" Restaurant
  

FashionBirds!

Come with us and learn how to make mass bird modelling with Margarida Castro, plastic artist. We will create two different species of migratory birds, to go along with the festival subject!

• Type(s): Activities for children, Workshop
• Theme(s): Environmental Education
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  This activity is more suitable for families.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 15
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Pavilhão Multiusos de Sagres
  

Snaking across the field!

Reptile observation and identification tour with the specialist in herpetology, Marco Caetano.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Fauna (others)
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Bring comfortable shoes, hat and sunscreen.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 15
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 12:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Cycling in Rota Vicentina

On this bike tour, we'll cover a 29 km section of Rota Vicentina Touring Bike route. Starting at "O Vigia" restaurant, we will continue to Sagres, Vila do Bispo, Ponta d’Aspa, returning to the starting point, in Sagres, for a circular ride, accessible to everyone. Here you can reach the highest point on the Algarve coast, at 156m – the Torre d’Aspa, and enjoy one of the most beautiful panoramic views of the western Algarve.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  For this activity you need to bring your own bicycle, ready to be used, such as mountain bike, touring bike or gravel. Bring canteen with water, small snack, helmet and gloves for cycling, as well as comfortable clothes and shoes. If possible, bring a GPS or mobile phone with software that reads GPX or KMZ files - Rota Vicentina will provide the route details to anyone who wants to use this information.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 12 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 12:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  "O Vigia" Restaurant
  

Let's have fun with Little tern Barreta

We will present the project LIFE Ilhas Barreira, through a fun treasure hunt, with several challenges about the different species covered by this project. From the audouin gull to the yellow-legged gull, and to the small but incredible little tern. Bring the kids and come to have fun with us!

• Type(s): Activities for children
• Theme(s): Environmental Education
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: Children
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Confortable clothes and footwear.

• Registration: Activity with on festival registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 1 Max. 10 (minimum age 8 years old)
• Partner:
  SPEA

  
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 04:30 pm until 06:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

  Forte do Beliche Lawn

Visit to the beach with families

It's time to go to the beach! And let's discover the different animals that live both in the sand and in the rocky areas. Through some tracks, we'll explore these environments and understand why there are birds running after the waves, crabs hiding in the sand and limpets stuck to the rocks.

• Type(s): Activities for children
• Theme(s): Environmental Education
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: Children
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring adequate shoes to walk on the rocks, binoculars and a small bucket.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 10 (minimum age 6 years old)
• Partner:
  SPEA

  
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 09:30 am until 11:00 am
• Meeting point:
  Tonel Beach
  

  On the parking lot.

Biologist for a Day

This activity lasts for 1h30. Participants will have the opportunity to be "Biologists for a day" through interactive games that address the issues of waste and pollution, sustainable fishing and what to do when a cetacean is stranded.

• Type(s): Activities for children
• Theme(s): Environmental Education
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: Children
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  The activity will take place on the beach. Children should bring comfortable clothes, swimsuit, towel, sunscreen and slippers.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 4 Max. 10 (minimum age 6 years old)
• Partner:
  Mar Ilimitado

  
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 03:30 pm until 05:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Harbour (Baleeira)
  

  We are at the Ocean Lab, next to the old shipyard. N 37º 00' 36.4'' W 008º 55' 49.1''

Fishermen and birds, allies at sea

Fishermen and seabirds both search for fish in the sea. Unfortunately, birds often get caught in nets and hooks. Come, and find out why and how this bycatch happens, which is one of the most important threats to seabird conservation. We'll show you the solutions that can make a difference, like a kite shaped like a bird of prey flying above a fishing boat. Join us in our talk on the work we've been doing together with fishing communities to promote more sustainable fishing.

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Sustainability
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 30
• Partner:
  Câmara Municipal de Vila do Bispo

  

  SPEA

  
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 06:00 pm until 07:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Fish Market Interpretation Center
  

The Coast of the Storks

Rota Vicentina presents "A Costa das Cegonhas - Retrato natural do Sudoeste" a video-documentary about the Alentejo and Vicentine Coast. This video presents an engaging narrative that addresses the role of man in the region's ecosystem, from a geological and anthropological perspective, from the most recent way of life through the current moment and future perspectives.

• Type(s): Others
• Theme(s): Fauna (others), Flora, Sustainability
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 30
• Partner:
  Câmara Municipal de Vila do Bispo

  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 09:00 pm until 10:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Fish Market Interpretation Center
  

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The Birds of Sagres - Ponta da Atalaia

Field trip around Ponta da Atalaia to watch many of the birds that migrate through the region in this season.

This activity is facilitated by Guillaume Réthoré.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring binoculars, a bird field guide, water and some food, sunscreen, hat, appropriate shoes and clothes for walking.

• Registration: Activity with on festival registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 15 (minimum age 12 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 04:30 pm until 06:00 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 10:30 am
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 04:30 pm until 06:00 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 10:30 am
  Friday 1st of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 10:30 am
• Notes:
  If necessary the activity can be done in French.
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Pousada
  

  The meeting point is in front of the Pousada de Sagres

Around Cabranosa

Field trip to Vale Santo and Cabranosa for birdwatching focusing on steppe birds and migrating raptors.

This activity is facilitated by Guillaume Réthoré.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring binoculars, birds field guide, water and some food, sunscreen, hat, appropriate shoes and clothes for walking. Participants must have a car to take part in this activity.

• Registration: Activity with on festival registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 10 (minimum age 12 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 10:30 am until 12:30 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 04:30 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 10:30 am until 12:30 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 04:30 pm
  Friday 1st of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 04:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Meditative Walk - Listening to the SW

Let's get to know Nature through attentive listening, keen eyesight and an awakened sense of smell. An invitation to silence the voice and become fully present and attentive to our surroundings. It will be a linear walk, with about 5 km. The first part will be done in silence. A pure surrender to our surroundings! After a short stop, we'll start our way back, and we'll talk about what we've seen and heard. It will be the time to learn the name of plant species that caught our curiosity. Walking in silence is a challenge and this is the proposal!

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Walks, Flora, Health and Wellness
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Sign up for this activity only if you feel that being silent is the main motivation. You must keep your mobile phone off during the first half of the walk.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 10 (minimum age 12 years old)
• Partner:
  Walkin´Sagres

  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 04:00 pm until 06:00 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 04:00 pm until 06:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Find out the old Sagres' fish market!

Come and discover Sagres’ fish market Interpretation Center, a new museological space, under the co-management of Docapescas and Vila do Bispo Town Hall. Built in the early 1970s, the building enjoys a privileged location on Baleeira Bay, overlooking the harbor, the Martinhal Islets and the coastal clippings that stretch to towards eastern Algarve. Re-inaugurated on July 13, 2021, the intervention allowed for the rehabilitation of the interesting architecture of the former fish market, which has been renovated as an attractive socio-cultural forum. Enjoy this guided tour!

• Type(s): Others
• Theme(s): Environmental Education
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 1 Max. 15 (minimum age 8 years old)
• Partner:
  Câmara Municipal de Vila do Bispo

  
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 03:00 pm until 04:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Fish Market Interpretation Center
  

  Sagres fish market, Baleeira Port

Trip to discover Sagres

Do you want to discover Sagres village, its long history and its natural surroundings?Did you know that Sagres means sacred?Did you know that the name Sagres was invented by the ancient Greeks?

After a Roman and Arab occupation, it was here, in Sagres, where the famous Infante D. Henrique built his village, sheltered in the walls of a fortress, organizing the first trips of the Portuguese Discoveries abroad.

But Sagres has a much older history! In this field-trip we will read the geological landscapes, discover fossils on the beach, observe Nature and meet the people of this land, that is made of sea.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Archeology, History and Geology
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Closed shoes, good for walking, hat, water and sunscreen.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 1 Max. 15 (minimum age 8 years old)
• Partner:
  Câmara Municipal de Vila do Bispo

  
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 12:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Tourism Office
  

Sagres Honey – 2000 years of history

Did you know that Sagres has been producing honey for about 2000 years? Archaeological research has documented, in Martinhal Bay, the pre-existence of an ancient Roman villa dedicated to the pottery industry, but also to the production of honey. Come and learn about this long history of harmonious coexistence between Nature, Flora, Bees and Man and take the opportunity to taste the pureness of the Sagres honey. The presentation will feature municipal archaeologist Ricardo Soares, José Manuel Amélio, Sagres beekeeper, and Nicolau da Costa (Black Bee), a beekeeper (among many other things).

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Environmental Education
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 1 Max. 25 (minimum age 6 years old)
• Partner:
  Câmara Municipal de Vila do Bispo

  
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 03:00 pm until 05:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Fish Market Interpretation Center
  

Megalithic Sunset - Astronomical Night

Come with us in a 3 km night walk (duration - 3 hours), along Pedra Escorregadia megalithic route, guided by the municipal archaeologist Ricardo Soares, and the astronomer Fernando Pimenta (Quinta das Alagoas), member of European Society for Astronomy in Culture. Along the way, they will talk about the megalithic monuments and the ancestor cultures that monumentalized these landscapes during prehistory. Participants will also have the opportunity to take a celestial walk and discover some mythological stories about the deep sky birds.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Archeology, History and Geology
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Closed shoes for walking, windbreaker, scarf or cap in case of wind.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 1 Max. 15 (minimum age 8 years old)
• Partner:
  Câmara Municipal de Vila do Bispo

  
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 07:00 pm until 10:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Picnic Area on Megalithic Route
  

  Vila do Bispo – Sagres ancient road, 3km after LIDL, under the viaduct under Estrada Nacional.

Soaring Birds at Esparregueira

Join the experts from SPEA and come watch the soaring birds that pass through the Esparregueira viewing point. During the weekend we will also have an array of binoculars and telescopes for you to try (saturday and sunday only).

Activity facilitated by Domingos Leitão and Lara Broom.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Confortable clothes, hat, sun blocker, water. Whomever has optic equipment should bring it as well.
  This year, for sanitary reasons, optic equipment will not be lent to participants.

• Registration: Free activity, registration not needed
• Nr of participants: (minimum age 12 years old)
• Partner:
  SPEA

  
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 10:00 am until 01:00 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 10:00 am until 01:00 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 10:00 am until 01:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Esparregueira
  

Discover Nature using every sense

We usually use our eyes to observe our surroundings. In this activity, we challenge participants to discover nature using other senses such as smell, touch or hearing. Relax and discover Sagres nature with us.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Environmental Education , Health and Wellness
• Duration: 45 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 4 Max. 12 (minimum age 15 years old)
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 12:15 pm until 01:00 pm
  Friday 1st of October 2021 from 12:15 pm until 01:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Cabranosa (Hedge)
  

  Follow signs for "Cabranosa" until you get to the meeting point ZB "Sebe".

Returning a bird to nature

The main function of RIAS - Ria Formosa Wildlife Recovery and Research Center (Quinta de Marim, Olhão, PNRF) is to receive and treat wild, injured or debilitated animals and, whenever possible, return them to their home, the natural habitat.

We invite all participants in the festival to be present in yet another action to return to nature a bird recovered in this center. This action will be preceded by a brief explanation about the ecology and biology of the species and about the work developed by RIAS.

This activity is facilitated by Fábia Azevedo and Thijs Valkenburg.

As a preventive method due to the pandemic, only 100 people will be allowed to participate in this activity (by order of arrival).

• Type(s): Others
• Theme(s): Environmental Education , Fauna (others)
• Duration: 30 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Registration: Free activity, registration not needed
• Nr of participants: Max. 100
• Schedule: Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 12:00 pm until 12:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  "O Vigia" Restaurant
  

BIologist for an hour - meet little tern

We invite the little ones to be biologists for an hour, helping real biologists to detect (fictious) little tern nests on the beach and to count and measure the eggs. They will also explain the main threats to this species and what they can do to help save it. This activity is part of the LIFE Barrier Islands project, approved in September 2019.

This activity is facilitated by Fábia Azevedo and Vera Marques.

• Type(s): Activities for children, Field trip
• Theme(s): Environmental Education
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: Children
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Children must be accompanied by their parents. Bring hat, water, sunscreen and comfortable clothes and shoes for walking on the sand.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 20 (minimum age 6 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Mareta Beach
  

  Meeting point is near the restaurant Raposo.

One tale a day - in the beach

Every day of the festival we will read a different children's story. The story will be read on the beach, allowing us to explore our surroundings and to understand what our story has in common with the environment in which we find ourselves.

This activity is facilitated by Vera Marques.

• Type(s): Activities for children, Field trip
• Theme(s): Environmental Education , Fauna (others)
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: Children
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Children must be accompanied by their parents. Bring comfortable shoes and clothes, sunscreen, hat and water.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 1 Max. 15 (minimum age 6 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 10:00 am until 11:00 am
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 10:00 am until 11:00 am
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 10:00 am until 11:00 am
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 10:00 am until 11:00 am
• Meeting point:
  Mareta Beach
  

  Meeting point will be near the restaurant Raposo.

Walking and flying with birds

After a briefing at the meeting point, participants will have to drive their own car to Vale Santo, where we will start a circular walk that will pass near Telheiro beach.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Walks, Birdwatching
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Bring comfortable footwear, appropriate clothing, a cap, binoculars, a camera, water, some snacks and good mood.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 15 (minimum age 8 years old)
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 12:00 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 12:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Moth trapping

Moths are part of a group of insects called Lepidoptera. Unlike the butterflies, moths are less known and, for most people, very uninteresting because of their more discreet colours and nocturnal habits. The objective is to capture and identify the moths of Sagres area, while trying to raise awareness about their importance in the food chain and as pollinators.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Environmental Education , Fauna (others)
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring comfortable shoes, jacket, warm clothing and a flashlight.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 15
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 09:30 pm until 11:30 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 10:00 pm until 11:59 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Kayak tour

Free Kayak tour, without guide. Each participant can take a kayak tour with maximum duration of 1 hour, between 10.30am and 4.30pm.

• Type(s): Sea activities
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 360 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Registration: Activity with on festival registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 2 Max. 10 (minimum age 2 years old)
• Partner:
  Algarve Dolphin Lovers

  
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 10:30 am until 04:30 pm
  Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 10:30 am until 04:30 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 10:30 am until 04:30 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 10:30 am until 04:30 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 10:30 am until 04:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Burgau Beach
  

Photo Tour Wild Beach

Photo tour to photograph the sunset on a wild and not easily acessible beach. After a short walk, we will reach the beach and begin the session, with explanations on how to photograph. Not recommended for those with mobility issues, since we will be going up and down steep slopes.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Photography
• Duration: 150 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  You must bring your own photographic material, tripod, galosh or hiking boots, warm coat and water (extras: trigger cable, cleaning cloth, neutral density filters).

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 12 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 05:00 pm until 07:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Ponta Ruiva Beach
  

  Dirt road before ponta ruiva beach. Coordinates: 37º03'52.9'' N 8º57'53.6'' O

Course SONY - Photograph Coastal Birds

Short-term photographic course to learn more about shorebirds.

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Photography
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Bring notebook and pen.
  Participants with interest in testing equipment may borrow a camera during this SONY course.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 20 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 04:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Clube Recreativo Infante de Sagres
  

Introduction to Birdwatching - Casa Grilo

A birdwatching outing for beginners, around the town of Sagres, where we will cover some topics such as basic methodologies for studying and observing birds and the identification and biology of wild birds. The goal of this activity is not just to do birdwatching, but to understand and learn different ways of approaching the subject, with the proper practical application.

This activity is promoted by António Cotão.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Bring comfortable shoes, a hat, sunscreen and water. If possible, participants should bring their own binoculars.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 4 Max. 12 (minimum age 8 years old)
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 10:30 am
• Meeting point:
  Casa Grilo
  

Introduction to Birdwatching - Martinhal Beach

A birdwatching outing for beginners, around the town of Sagres, where we will cover some topics such as basic methodologies for studying and observing birds and the identification and biology of wild birds. The goal of this activity is not just to do birdwatching, but to understand and learn different ways of approaching the subject, with the proper practical application.

This activity is led by António Cotão.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Bring comfortable shoes, a hat, sunscreen and water. If possible, participants should bring their own binoculars.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 4 Max. 12 (minimum age 8 years old)
• Schedule: Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 10:30 am
• Meeting point:
  Martinhal Beach
  

Introduction to Birdwatching - Ponta da Atalaia

Birdwatching tour around Sagres for beginners, where some initiation techniques will be approached, such as basic methodologies of bird study and observation and, identification and biology of wild birds. The aim of this activity is not, therefore, to observe only birds in the wild, but to understand and learn the ways of approach with a proper practical application.

This activity is promoted by António Cotão.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Bring comfortable shoes, a hat, sunscreen and water. If possible, participants should bring their own binoculars.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 4 Max. 12 (minimum age 8 years old)
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 04:00 pm until 06:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Pousada
  

Construction of bird whistles PT

Whistles and calls are rudimentary musical instruments, used since immemorial times to attract birds, initially for the purpose of hunting. In this workshop we will learn how to build and use some of these traditional instruments, typical of the northwest of Iberian peninsula, with which you can attract some curious birds to the reach of your binoculars!

this activity is facilitated by Vasco Flores Cruz.

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Birdwatching, Others
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Children must be accompanied by their parents.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 20 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 03:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Pavilhão Multiusos de Sagres
  

Herbs for natural pain relief

Chronic pain is the leading cause of visits to the doctor and is considered a major public health problem, with costs amounting to 4.6 billion euros annually. In addition, many of the pharmaceutical drugs used for its relief (opioids) can cause addiction and dependence. In this masterclass you will learn:

• Some essential measures for pain prevention
• The importance of an anti-inflammatory diet
• Medicinal plants that can help combat this problem, in order to improve the quality of life

This activity is online and will take place on the Zoom Platform.

Information will be sent to participants by email after registration.

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Health and Wellness
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Writing material

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 4 Max. 100
• Partner:
  Sofia Loureiro

  
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 07:30 pm until 08:30 pm

Guided tour to Sagres fishing harbour

In this activity we will learn about the auction from a different point of view. We intend to show you the different species of fish, the sale system and talk about fishing and interactions with sea birds. We will address some of the solutions already implemented in Portugal to avoid seabirds bycatch.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Fauna (others), Others
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Confortable clothes and footwear

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 10 (minimum age 16 years old)
• Partner:
  SPEA

  
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 03:00 pm until 05:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Harbour (Baleeira)
  

  At the fishing harbour entry

Amphibians & Reptiles in SW Algarve PT

This activity consists in a presentation (1h), followed by a field excursion (1h30min) regarding the diversity, biology, ecology and conservation of the reptile and amphibian species existing in Portugal, particularly in the Southwestern Algarve.

This activity is facilitated by Vasco Flores Cruz.

• Type(s): Workshop with field trip
• Theme(s): Fauna (others)
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 20 (minimum age 5 years old)
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 05:00 pm
• Notes:

  This activity takes place in Portuguese on the 3rd of October, and in English on the 1st of October.

• Meeting point:
  Sagres Parish Council
  

Introduction to Birdwatching - Sagres Tourism Office

A birdwatching outing for beginners, based around the town of Sagres. We will cover topics such as basic bird study and observation methodologies and the identification and biology of wild birds. The objective of this activity is not only to do birdwatching, but to understand and learn different ways of approaching the subject, with the proper practical application.

This activity is promoted by António Cotão.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Bring comfortable shoes, a hat, sunscreen and water. If possible, participants should bring their own binoculars.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 4 Max. 12 (minimum age 8 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 10:30 am
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Tourism Office
  

Construction of bird whistles EN

Whistles and calls are rudimentary musical instruments, used since immemorial times to attract birds, initially for the purpose of hunting. In this workshop we will learn how to build and use some of these traditional instruments, typical of the northwest of Iberian peninsula, with which you can attract some curious birds to the reach of your binoculars!

This activity is facilitated by Vasco Flores Cruz.

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Birdwatching, Others
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: English
• Recommendations:

  Children must be accompanied by their parents.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 20 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 03:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Pavilhão Multiusos de Sagres
  

Introduction to raptors in Portugal

In this workshop we will do a general introduction to birds of prey (general characteristics, evolution, diversity and ecological importance of birds of prey) and basic techniques for their identification (behaviors, silhouettes, dimensions, flight characteristics, distribution and habitat).

Then we will focus on the identification of birds of prey in Portugal (species, variations in plumage, determination of age and characteristics of their biology and ecology) and in the end there will be a field trip for the observation of birds of prey in Cabranosa.

This activity is facilitated by Bruno Herlander Martins.

• Type(s): Workshop with field trip
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 240 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  It is advisable that all participants have at least their own binoculars.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 20 (minimum age 14 years old)
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 01:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Clube Recreativo Infante de Sagres
  

Birdwatching circuit

Come and enjoy small routes on foot and by car to observe different bird species that can be found on the Sagres peninsula and visit some of the most charismatic places in the region for birdwatching.
Departure from Cabo de São Vicente towards Vale Santo with some possible stops for birdwatching. Walking tour in Vale Santo. To conclude, we will observe some migratory raptors and passerines near Cabranosa and surroundings.

This activity is facilitated by Bruno Herlander Martins.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Participants must ensure their travel (in their own vehicles) throughout the activity and it is recommended to bring binoculars or a telescope.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 20
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 12:00 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 12:00 pm
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 09:00 am until 12:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Cape Saint-Vincent
  

Saluting the Shepherds

We will learn about important habitats for the region's fauna and flora, with special emphasis on the birds that live there. We will discuss the value of the directive-protected habitats and other important habitats. Finally, we will acknowledge the value of traditional pastoralism and salute the typical shepherds of the area, given their vital contribution to maintaining the ecosystems necessary for many priority bird species such as the little bustard, the red-crested grouse and many others.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Fauna (others), Flora, Birdwatching
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: English
• Recommendations:

  Participants need to bring their cars to the starting point of the field trip. The guide suggests to gather in small groups in order to use the lowest possible number of vehicles. Bring hiking boots, water, a small snack for the morning and birdwatching equipment.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 15 (minimum age 12 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 11:30 am
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 11:30 am
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Finding the elusive

During migration, birds can appear anywhere – and so can we! If there are any species that have been avoiding you or you want to see those elusive birds reported during the last days around Sagres – this is your chance! After a short meeting we will establish our destination and begin our quest to search for the most elusive birds that can be spotted in this region. With some luck we will be able to find the birds you’ve been waiting to see! Well, that’s the theory and of course we cannot guarantee surprises, but who knows?

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Participants need to bring their cars to the starting point of the field trip. The guide suggests to gather in small groups in order to use the lowest possible number of vehicles. Bring hiking boots, water, a small snack for the morning and birdwatching equipment.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 15 (minimum age 12 years old)
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 05:00 pm until 08:00 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 11:30 am
  Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 11:30 am
• Notes:

  Participants don't need to have experience in birdwatching for participating in this activity.

• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Sagres' Insects in Order

Insects are the most diverse and abundant animals on Earth. They perform important ecological functions such as decomposition, pollination, pest control, and are also an essential resource, serving as food for a lot of animal species. Unfortunately, these little beings who rule the planet are generally unknown and not so popular amongst most people! That is why in this activity we will learn to identify Sagres Insects until the Order (at least), revealing their importance and some curiosities about their life cycles.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Fauna (others)
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Max. 40
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Portuguese Butterflies Census

Theoretical-practical workshop for the identification of common Portuguese butterflies, suitable for all those interested in participating in the Citizen Science Project “Census of Portuguese Butterflies”. Very focused on the identification in the field of common species of butterflies, this activity will also let you know about the European butterfly monitoring plan and its methodology on the eBMS platform for data recording. After this workshop, participants will be able to participate in the Census, if they wish!

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Fauna (others)
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 5 Max. 30 (minimum age 12 years old)
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 09:30 am until 12:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Pousada
  

The Bio-Ilhas project

This talk will present the Bio-Ilhas project, which aims to restore degraded saltmarsh and salt pans environments, and to promote biodiversity conservation through the implementation of artificial islands in saltpans. With the implementation of these islands and the requalification of degraded salt marsh slopes, we will help to maintain populations of breeding birds such as the Little tern, the Collared pratincole and the Kentish plover, among others. This project is being implemented in the municipalities of Olhão and Faro, by Vita Nativa in partnership with Viridia, Conservation in Action.

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Others
• Duration: 45 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 2 Max. 20
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 02:30 pm until 03:15 pm
• Meeting point:
  Pavilhão Multiusos de Sagres
  

Birdwatching in Morroco

When you are passionate about birdwatching, physical boundaries disappear and traveling the world in search of new species becomes a necessity. Each destination represents a challenge, with almost always diverse habitats, unique sounds and very distinct cultures. In this talk we will introduce you to Morocco, a hospitable country, full of contrasts and very rich in birdlife. From the desert to the mountains passing through wadi or forests always with the aim of observing different birds and meeting the exceptional people living in these lands.

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 2 Max. 20 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 05:00 pm until 06:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Parish Council
  

Birdwatching in East Africa

When you are passionate about birdwatching, physical boundaries disappear and traveling the world in search of new species becomes a must. Each destination represents a challenge, with almost always diverse habitats, unique sounds and very distinct cultures. In this talk we intend to show a part of Eastern Africa, more specifically Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda. Passing through the savannah in the Maasai Mara, the forests of the Albertine Rift or the beaches of the Indian Ocean, we discovered unique and breathtaking places that we want to share with you.

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 2 Max. 20 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 05:00 pm until 06:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Parish Council
  

Birdwatching in Costa Rica

When you are passionate about birdwatching, the physical boundaries disappear and traveling the world to look for new species becomes a necessity. Each destination is a challenge, with often diverse habitats, unique sounds and distinct cultures. Costa Rica is an excellent country for birdwatching. For 2-3 weeks you can see over 400 different species of birds, as well as mysterious amphibians, reptiles and mammals. We wish to present the exotic beauty of this country and reveal some secrets to those who want to travel to this destination.

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: English
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 2 Max. 20 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 05:30 pm until 06:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Parish Council
  

Field Records for Birdwatching

A short theoretical session on field records for bird watching (15-30min), followed by a practical session (45-60min) to put the concepts presented into practice. Keeping a field notebook with a record of observations can help birdwatchers evolve in this practice more quickly, making their observations more valuable to themselves and to science, and can serve as a journal for later recall. In this activity, we will highlight what data should be recorded and we will also introduce a new tool that helps in this task.

• Type(s): Workshop with field trip
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  For this activity, you will not need any equipment. The use of binoculars is recommended but optional. It doesn't matter what level of experience you have in birding and identifying birds.

  We appreciate that participants arrive at the location of the activity 5 to 10 minutes before.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 4 Max. 12 (minimum age 7 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 11:00 am until 12:30 pm
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 11:00 am until 12:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Parish Council
  

Nest box construction workshop

This activity is part of the project "Local Accommodation for Birds", that is being implemented throughout the Algarve region and aims to benefit some urban bird species. During the activity participants will learn how to build nest boxes for birds, namely for different species of titmouse that can be found in Portugal. We will also explain the importance of nest boxes, as well as the secrets of building and installing them, and the role of species in the balance of ecosystems.

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Environmental Education
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 1 Max. 10 (minimum age 4 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 03:30 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 03:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

Register Sagres Biodiversity

Sagres is part of a natural park with a vast diversity of life forms, from plants that only exist in the Vicentine Promontory, to migrating dragonflies and orcas. In this activity we will do an initial explanation about iNaturalist, a citizen-science platform for recording biodiversity. Afterwards, we will conduct a walk-through to record local biodiversity using the iNaturalist application. These records, once entered into the platform, can then be used by any scientist around the world.

• Type(s): Workshop with field trip
• Theme(s): Environmental Education
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Bring comfortable shoes, hat, sunscreen, water, and a smartphone with data available for downloading the app and submitting records through this application. Optional: camera.  Travel to the registration points will be made by car, so it is necessary to bring your own vehicle for this activity.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 10 (minimum age 4 years old)
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 08:30 am until 10:30 am
• Meeting point:
  Pavilhão Multiusos de Sagres
  

Talk - Birds&Wine

Informal talks where participants will be invited to learn more about birds that are illustrated on Portuguese wine bottles. We will have two guests who will talk about their work in ornithology, always with a wine bottle label as their starting point. Come relax and have a taste of some good Portuguese wines.

• Type(s): Talk/Get-together
• Theme(s): Birdwatching
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: All audiences
• Language: Portuguese
• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 1 Max. 20
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 06:30 pm until 08:00 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 06:30 pm until 08:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

SONY Course - how to photograph with a Hydrohide

Short photography course to learn how to photograph with a hydrohide, a floating shelter that allows us to get very close to the birds.

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Photography
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Bring notebook and pen.
  Participants with interest in testing equipment may borrow a camera during this SONY course.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 20 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 04:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Fortress
  

Photo Tour ShoreBirds

Photo Tour to photograph shorebirds in Baleeira beach.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Photography
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring your own photographic equipment, hiking boots, water and snacks.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 12 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 09:30 am until 11:30 am
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Harbour (Baleeira)
  

  Parking lot of Baleeira.

Photo Tour Baleeira Beach

Photo Tour to photograph the sunrise at Baleeira beach and port.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Photography
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  You must bring your own photographic material, tripod, galosh or hiking boots, warm coat and water (extras: trigger cable, cleaning cloth, neutral density filters).

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 12 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Partner:
  Diogo Oliveira onWILD

  
• Schedule: Tuesday 5th of October 2021 from 07:00 am until 09:00 am

Course SONY - Photograph Snakes

Short-term photographic course to learn how to photograph snakes in Portugal, learn more about snakes and photo recommendations.

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Photography
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Bring notebook and pen.
  Participants with interest in testing equipment may borrow a camera during this SONY course.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 20 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 04:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Fortress
  

Photo Tour Cabranosa Forest

Photo Tour to photograph all kinds of animals that show up in the Cabranosa forest.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Photography
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring your own photographic equipment, hiking boots, water and snacks.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 8 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 09:30 am until 11:30 am
  Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 08:00 am until 10:00 am
• Meeting point:
  Cabranosa (hill)
  

  Parking lot of Cabranosa.

Photo Tour Tonel Beach

Photo tour to photograph the sunrise on Tonel beach, learning to photograph landscapes.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Photography
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  You must bring your own photographic material, tripod, galosh or hiking boots, warm coat and water (extras: trigger cable, cleaning cloth, neutral density filters).

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 12 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Monday 4th of October 2021 from 07:00 am until 09:00 am
• Meeting point:
  Tonel Beach
  

  Parking lot of Tonel beach.

Photo Tour Milky Way (Tonel)

Photo Tour to photograph the Milky Way in a beautiful beach.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Photography
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  You must bring your own photographic material, tripod, warm coat, flashlight with RED LIGHT and water (extras: trigger cable, cleaning cloth).

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 12 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 08:30 pm until 10:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Tonel Beach
  

  Parking Lot Tonel beach.

Photo Tour Rebolinhos Beach

Photo tour to photograph the sunset on Rebolinhos beach, with a small hike to the beach and photo session along the sand, learning to photograph landscapes.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Photography
• Duration: 150 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  You must bring your own photographic material, tripod, galosh or hiking boots, warm coat and water (extras: trigger cable, cleaning cloth, neutral density filters).

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 12 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 05:00 pm until 07:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Martinhal Beach
  

  Parking lot of Martinhal beach.

Course MacroPhotography

Short-term photographic course to learn more about MacroPhotography.

• Type(s): Workshop
• Theme(s): Photography
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese
• Recommendations:

  Bring notebook and pen.
  Participants with interest in testing equipment may borrow a camera during this SONY course.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 20 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Sunday 3rd of October 2021 from 02:00 pm until 04:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Sagres Fortress
  

Photo Tour Birds of Martinhal

Photo Tour to photograph the birds of Martinhal and the surrounding area.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Photography
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring your own photographic equipment, hiking boots, water and snacks.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 8 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 08:00 am until 11:00 am
• Meeting point:
  Martinhal Beach
  

  Parking lot of Martinhal beach.

Photo Tour Night Birds

Photo tour to photograph night birds.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Photography
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  You must bring your own photographic material, FLASH, warm coat, flashlight with RED LIGHT and water.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 2 Max. 3 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Saturday 2nd of October 2021 from 10:30 pm until 12:00 am
  Friday 1st of October 2021 from 10:30 pm until 12:00 am
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 10:30 pm until 12:00 am
• Meeting point:
  "O Vigia" Restaurant
  

  Entrance to road to Cabranosa (a little bit further from Vigia).

Photo Tour Milky Way (P. Ruiva)

Photo tour to photograph the Milky Way and the lighthouse of Sagres, from a high point near the Ponta Ruiva beach.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Photography
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Participants must bring their own cars to the meeting point for this activity, caution as the road is not paved. You must bring your own photographic material, tripod, warm coat, flashlight with RED LIGHT and water (extras: trigger cable, cleaning cloth).

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 12 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 08:30 pm until 10:00 pm
  Monday 4th of October 2021 from 08:30 pm until 10:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Ponta Ruiva Beach
  

  Parking lot at the top of Ponta Ruiva beach.

Photo Tour Ponta Ruiva Beach

Photo tour to photograph the sunset on one of Sagres most beautiful beaches, with spectacular rocky formations.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Photography
• Duration: 150 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Participants must bring their own cars to the meeting point for this activity, caution as the road is not paved. You must bring your own photographic material, tripod, galosh or hiking boots, warm coat and water (extras: trigger cable, cleaning cloth, neutral density filters).

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 12 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 05:00 pm until 07:30 pm
• Meeting point:
  Ponta Ruiva Beach
  

  Parking Lot of Ponta Ruiva Beach.

Photo Tour - Beliche Birds

A small pedestrian route through the surrounding area of Forte do Beliche, where it is possible to observe various birds. Explanation of some techniques on how to photograph birds.

• Type(s): Field trip
• Theme(s): Photography
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Target Audience: Adults
• Language: Portuguese, English
• Recommendations:

  Bring your own photographic equipment, hiking boots, water and snacks.

• Registration: Activity with online registration
• Nr of participants: Mín. 3 Max. 8 (minimum age 10 years old)
• Schedule: Friday 1st of October 2021 from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm
• Meeting point:
  Beliche Fort / Reception
  

  Parking lot of Forte do Beliche.