Journey of discovery for children: pigeons in the Kreuzkirche and city!

Journey of discovery for children: pigeons in the Kreuzkirche and city!

An exciting experience for the whole family is about to begin! On Sunday, June 22nd, the Evangelical Lutheran Church invites you. Market parish of St. Georgii et Jacobi on an exciting journey of discovery around the topic of pigeons in the Kreuzkirche Hanover. Young and old are welcome from 2 p.m. to explore the fascinating world of city pigeons together for two hours.

The event is aimed at children aged six and over who take part with an adult. When exploring the Kreuzkirche, many secrets are revealed: How do pigeons live in the city? What do Bible stories tell us about these feathered friends? And above all, what surprises does the city still have in store? Together with that Network Pigeon Rescue Hannover e. v. The event takes you to the city, where the little adventurers receive exciting information about the origins and intelligence of pigeons.

The situation of city pigeons

But in addition to children's curiosity, it is also important to shed light on the challenges that city pigeons face. Opinions about these birds vary widely: some people have a big heart for the animals and care for them, while others reject them and sometimes even mistreat them. Prof. Dr. Sibylle Wenzel, Bremen's state animal protection officer, emphasizes that city pigeons often live in pitiful conditions that have arisen as a result of our human activities.

The widespread location fidelity of pigeons ensures that they regularly use their breeding grounds in places that are often confronted with pigeon control measures. Unfortunately, this often leads to many young pigeons dying in stone breeding grounds or suffering from hunger. Despite these frightening conditions, the population dynamics of the pigeons are evident: they are multiplying rapidly, which further exacerbates the problem.

Find common solutions

It is high time to find sustainable solutions to the challenges of dealing with urban pigeons. Suggestions include the creation of a central contact point to coordinate projects, support from all relevant authorities and the implementation of animal welfare measures such as supervised pigeon houses or the care of injured animals. The need is urgent because the animals suffer from unbearable misery in many cities.

The upcoming event in the Kreuzkirche offers a wonderful opportunity to engage not only with the beauty but also with the challenges of city pigeons. This not only imparts knowledge, but also promotes understanding of the coexistence of humans and animals. Don't miss this chance and discover the world of pigeons with your children!