Visitors can enjoy free experiential exploration programs utilizing the natural and cultural resources of national parks throughout October.
The National Park Service, under the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment, announced on September 29 that it will offer 22 premium exploration programs at 16 national park offices and ecological exploration centers across the country, all free of charge for the month of October.
Typically, the 11 exploration programs run by ecological exploration centers charge participants between 5,500 and 11,000 won. However, these premium programs will be provided at no cost. Experienced guides, who have spent years in the field, will plan and conduct the programs based on their expertise in ecological and cultural resources.
The programs are divided into three themes: eight ecological exploration programs, nine healing and recovery programs, and five unique cultural programs.
The ecological exploration programs include opportunities to observe wildlife, insects, and plants, as well as stargazing. In Hallyeohaesang, guide Shin Dal-ho will present a program titled 'A Miracle of Meeting Wild Dolphins Smiling Above the Sea,' where participants can observe mother and baby dolphins based on four years of recorded migration data. In Bukhansan, a program called 'Turn Off the Lights, Turn On the Stars!' will allow participants to stargaze using telescopes.
In Jirisan, visitors can listen to bird songs and observe insect ecology, while in Dadohaehaesang, they can explore salt marsh and dune plants. Naejangsan will offer a program focused on learning about ecosystem cycles.
The healing and recovery programs emphasize relaxation and meditation in forests, valleys, and by the sea. Notable offerings include 'Green Comfort: Relaxing the Mind in the Forest' in Chiaksan, 'Logging into the Forest' in Bukhansan, and 'A Journey Through the Southern Sky Forest: A Pause for the Mind' in Sobaeksan. In Byeonsanbando, participants can explore a camphor tree grove and enjoy a seawater foot bath, while in Hallyeohaesang, meditation experiences utilizing the islands and sea will be available.
The unique cultural programs will feature sign language interpretation for the hearing impaired in Jirisan, cultural heritage photography, and ecological and mountain safety experiences. In Naejangsan, participants can enjoy 'Immortal Ssanghwa Tea' made from traditional local specialties, while in Hallyeohaesang, a program titled 'Useful Knowledge About Hallyeohaesang' will introduce the region's nature and culture.
Those interested in participating can make a reservation through the national park reservation system to join for free.
Joo Dae-young, the director of the National Park Service, stated, "These 22 premium exploration programs are a special service that embodies the pride and field experience of national park guides. We hope visitors create special memories in the beautiful nature of our national parks."
The National Park Service, under the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment, announced on September 29 that it will offer 22 premium exploration programs at 16 national park offices and ecological exploration centers across the country, all free of charge for the month of October.
Typically, the 11 exploration programs run by ecological exploration centers charge participants between 5,500 and 11,000 won. However, these premium programs will be provided at no cost. Experienced guides, who have spent years in the field, will plan and conduct the programs based on their expertise in ecological and cultural resources.
The programs are divided into three themes: eight ecological exploration programs, nine healing and recovery programs, and five unique cultural programs.
The ecological exploration programs include opportunities to observe wildlife, insects, and plants, as well as stargazing. In Hallyeohaesang, guide Shin Dal-ho will present a program titled 'A Miracle of Meeting Wild Dolphins Smiling Above the Sea,' where participants can observe mother and baby dolphins based on four years of recorded migration data. In Bukhansan, a program called 'Turn Off the Lights, Turn On the Stars!' will allow participants to stargaze using telescopes.
In Jirisan, visitors can listen to bird songs and observe insect ecology, while in Dadohaehaesang, they can explore salt marsh and dune plants. Naejangsan will offer a program focused on learning about ecosystem cycles.
The healing and recovery programs emphasize relaxation and meditation in forests, valleys, and by the sea. Notable offerings include 'Green Comfort: Relaxing the Mind in the Forest' in Chiaksan, 'Logging into the Forest' in Bukhansan, and 'A Journey Through the Southern Sky Forest: A Pause for the Mind' in Sobaeksan. In Byeonsanbando, participants can explore a camphor tree grove and enjoy a seawater foot bath, while in Hallyeohaesang, meditation experiences utilizing the islands and sea will be available.
The unique cultural programs will feature sign language interpretation for the hearing impaired in Jirisan, cultural heritage photography, and ecological and mountain safety experiences. In Naejangsan, participants can enjoy 'Immortal Ssanghwa Tea' made from traditional local specialties, while in Hallyeohaesang, a program titled 'Useful Knowledge About Hallyeohaesang' will introduce the region's nature and culture.
Those interested in participating can make a reservation through the national park reservation system to join for free.
Joo Dae-young, the director of the National Park Service, stated, "These 22 premium exploration programs are a special service that embodies the pride and field experience of national park guides. We hope visitors create special memories in the beautiful nature of our national parks."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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