Education
SISKA specialists give courses and lectures for the general public and schools (introduction to karst and speleology). Other courses, on specific topics, are given to professionals (offices and administrations) and at university level.
The Institute also provides educational material (publications, videos, suitcases) on the themes of water, karst and caves.
The SISKA organises themed excursions explaining the evolution of the landscape, underground water flows, geology and karst biotopes. As part of these excursions, small groups can visit a cave, a sensitive object. Some excursions are organised on a regular basis, others on an ad hoc basis.
On request, we can organise excursions to suit your wishes. Don't hesitate to contact us!
The SISKA publishes a number of books on karst and speleology:
Consult the SISKA information brochures and the Swiss Speleological Society
- Dolines. Formation process, functions and conservation, practical advice
- Wind turbines in karstic regions
- Beneath our feet ... karst
- Safe Spéléo. Safe caving
You can order printed versions of our brochures free of charge, by e-mail. Only the "Wind turbines" brochure is sold for CHF 9.
Order our karst excursion guides
- Au fil du Doubs, an excursion guide from Les Brenets to Saint-Ursanne
- Taubenloch Gorge and Reuchenette Gorge
- Along the Orbe, discovering an exceptional river
- The Le Locle valley, a guide to understanding the landscape
- Gorges de l'Areuse, guide to hydrogeological excursions
- From the Areuse to the Doubs, following in the footsteps of the water of La Chaux-de-Fonds
Our guides cost CHF 9 (+ postage). You can order order by e-mail.
Discover our books on the underground world
In the caves of Switzerland. From exploration to science
At the source of Switzerland. Discovering Switzerland's blue gold
The SISKA has designed an original teaching kit "Underground water, karst and cavesThis ready-to-use guide is suitable for all school levels from 5th Harmos (8-9 years) upwards. The material enables teachers (even those who know nothing about caves and karst) to give their pupils a fun, in-depth introduction to underground water, karst and speleology, as well as related themes.
The Powerpoint presentations, games and experiments contained in the case can easily be adapted to the level of the pupils, depending on the teacher's wishes and methods.
Some of the themes developed
- Geology (concepts)
- Cave formation
- Cave fauna
- Water flow underground
- Limestone landscapes
- Concretions, crystals
- Archaeology
- Protecting the underground environment
Price : CHF 1,500 + VAT and postage. Order from the SISKA
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