Local schools and residents to boost biodiversity with tree planting in Noord-Brabant
Residents and schoolchildren in Son en Breugel will help restore forests and enhance biodiversity by planting native trees and shrubs on March 26. The initiative aims to create resilient, future-proof woodlands that support wildlife and withstand climate challenges.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Locations | Bosgebied West, Oud Meer (Son en Breugel, Noord-Brabant) |
| Date of Public Planting Event | March 26, 2026, 1:00 PM |
| Schools Involved | De Harlekijn, De Bloktempel, Buitenstebinnen, Sonnewijzer, De Ruimte, Stokland |
| Organizers | Municipality of Son en Breugel, IVN, Bosgroep |
| Purpose | Restore waterlogged areas, create forest edges, boost biodiversity |
| Tree Species | Native deciduous trees and shrubs |
| Registration | Email: teamondersteuning@sonenbreugel.nl |
The municipality of Son en Breugel is responsible for local environmental management, including forest maintenance and biodiversity projects. By collaborating with schools and environmental organizations, they aim to engage the community in sustainable initiatives that enhance green spaces and ecological resilience.
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Tree Planting Days in Bosgebied West and near Oud Meer
In March, we will be planting trees in Bosgebied West and in the forests near Oud Meer. We are doing this together with pupils from primary schools, IVN, and Bosgroep. On Thursday, March 26, 2026, you can also join in.
Bosgebied West: Creating a Forest Edge
Together with pupils from De Harlekijn primary school, we will plant a new forest edge in Bosgebied West. We are creating a gradual transition from open grassland to shrubs and then to the forest. The forest edge will consist of native shrubs that suit the soil and environment. This will increase biodiversity. The variety of shrubs will attract insects, birds, and small mammals while providing shelter for the surrounding forest against wind and drying out.
Restoration After Waterlogging
Near Oud Meer, in 2024, several trees died due to prolonged waterlogging. We will replant these open areas. We will deliberately choose a mix of different native deciduous tree species—species that naturally occur here and suit the soil and water system. This will allow a varied forest to grow in these areas again. By diversifying species, the forest becomes stronger. It can better cope with extreme rainfall, drought, and diseases. This way, we are building a future-proof forest with more species, greater resilience, and more life.
In the forest near Oud Meer, pupils from the following schools will be helping:
- De Bloktempel
- Buitenstebinnen
- Sonnewijzer
- De Ruimte
- Stokland
Join Us on March 26, 2026
On Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 1:00 PM, we are organizing a planting event for residents. Would you like to contribute to the forest’s restoration and plant trees yourself? You are very welcome to join. You can register via: teamondersteuning@sonenbreugel.nl With the new planting, we will restore the affected areas and enhance the quality and biodiversity of the forest for the long term.