Learn how to use the scythe safely.
Content: After getting to know the equipment and independently adjusting the scythe to the respective body size under the guidance of a certified scythe instructor, the correct posture and technique for mowing are practiced. Safe handling of the scythe, sharpening with the whetstone and mowing in different mowing situations are discussed and practiced. Mowing in a group consolidates what has been learned and makes working together in nature an enjoyable experience. At the end, the most important dengeling skills are presented and demonstrated. All equipment for the course day will be provided by us. Please remember to bring sturdy shoes, a belt on your skirt or trousers, headgear, sun protection, rain protection, possibly a snack and a drink! The course will also take place in light rain. Only in the event of heavy rain at the beginning of the course day or if there is no prospect of the weather improving in the course of the morning will the course unfortunately have to be canceled.
Objective: To be able to adjust the scythe correctly yourself, learn and consolidate a mowing technique that is enjoyable and gentle on the body, create a mowing pattern, master special mowing situations (slope, embankment, mowing out trees), understand the basic concepts of deneshing.
Participants also have the opportunity to purchase the material after the course.
Number of participants: Max. 8 participants
Registration requested up to one week before the event!
Styria Nature Conservation Academy
https://www.naturschutzakademie.com/programm.php?id=3046
Date: Saturday, May 31, 2025, 08:00 am to 1:00 pm
Place / meeting point: Aupark flowering area in Pöllau - Pöllauer Tal Nature Park
Price: 45 €
Speaker: Christian Derler Certified scythe teacher since 2015 and scythe teacher trainer of the Austrian Scythe Association since 2020, trained systemic coach, has been working full-time in applied research for 25 years, part-time provider of scythe courses and dengel workshops as well as individual and team coaching.
Date and time
Event location
Pöllau - Aupark, Blühfläche