Environmental Interpretation

Samaria National Park Management Body began in 2010 a program of environmental education which included visits to primary schools in order to inform pupils about the protected area of Lefka Ori. Through specific material the natural and human environment of the area is presented, as well as the main pressures put on the protected area. Particular reference is made to the Gorge of Samaria, where in 2012 fifty years were completed since its declaration as a National Park. Some schools also visit the InformationCenter at Xyloskalo, Omalos.

 2010-2011 The school year 2010-2011, 525 pupils from 20 elementary schools of the Prefecture of Chania participated in the environmental education program.