Philippe Carruette guide ornithologique au Parc du Marquenterre

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Parc du Marquenterre

Testimony

Philippe CARRUETTE

Ornithologist

Between land and sea , with its 260 ha of dunes, of forests and marshes, Marquenterre Park is a conserved space that will seduce you with its unique landscapes and natural riches.

"I spent my childhood observing the fauna and flora of the Baie de Somme. So it was perfectly natural for me to join the Parc du Marquenterre back in 1987.
Back then, it was already one of the "Mecca" of nature conservancy. I was expecting to manage a kind of strictly protected sanctuary. Was I ever wrong! The Parc du Marquenterre is an area in perpetual flux, and changes with the tides, seasons, and migrations, as well as with every visit. We gain fresh knowledge every day.
Nevertheless, if there was only one thing I’d want to hold onto about my job, it would be the extreme importance of sharing. How could anyone resist the eyes wide with wonder of a child watching the Marquenterre heronry? Nature exudes such an extraordinary vital energy, infusing us every day with a solid dose of optimism. I want each visitor to leave with a greater awareness of eternal renewal."

Theme

A discovery to the rhythm of the seasons

Activities and services

Introductory tour
The introductions for individuals are organised every day at 10:30am and at 2pm (departing from the Park House). Accompanied by a guide, you will familiarise yourself with the common species of the Bay of the Somme (duration around 1h).

Guided tours
Learn how to observe fauna and flora and which places in the Parc du Marquenterre are of greatest interest at different times of the year.

Nature instruction
Are you an instructor, student, researcher, member of a works council or an association? Would you like to have your students or colleagues learn about the Parc du Marquenterre? Our teaching team will be happy to work with you to put together a customized program adapted to your needs.
For more information, see our educational materials and do not hesitate to contact us.

Naturalist trips
For two or three days, experience nature’s rhythm and follow our scientific guides to learn about the fauna and flora of the Baie de Somme. Share in a real life adventure from dawn to dusk as you experience some of the wildlife’s high points. Our teaching team will put together specific programs for you, in keeping with the seasons: spring and fall migrations, wintering and nesting.
For more information, contact us.

Seminars
Hold your seminars in a unique setting and sensitise your colleagues and partners to environmental protection.

The Bistrot du Marquenterre
For large meetings, we offer a hot or cold buffet consisting entirely of seasonal products. To be enjoyed around a table especially laid out for you, in a warm and convivial atmosphere.

The shop
Take the Bay of the Somme with you! Nature’s shopping space offers you regional products and a specialised bookshop.

Nature Activities. Don’t forget your equipment!
The Parc du Marquenterre is welcoming animal photographers with a “citizenship photo” approach, that is to say with respects to the environment and with the aim to pass on knowledge about flora and fauna.
Certain equipment has been booked and installed especially for professionals or experienced photographers, such as hides (privileged access outside public opening hours) or sliding hatches/trapdoors in observation huts.
For further information,. please contact us by e-mail .