Learning about conservancy in Estonia.

First thing in the morning we went on the sea to take some beautiful pictures. 

Leaving our sign on the soil of Estonia. 

We were visiting Pärnumaa Recreation Area.

 Our guide was talking about how they catch the birds and how they mark them. They showed us birds like rood tits, chiffchaffs etc.

This is how they catch them. If the wind blows from the right direction, then they can catch more than 600 birds every day. On the other hand there may be days when they get only 5 birds.

Then we visited the RMK recreation area. 

And after that we had a chance to breathe some fresh air in beautiful Tolkuse bog.

Everyone who wanted could visit the lookout tower. 

Family picture!

And finally tasty home-made lunch in our guide's cottage.

On our way to the first trip in Estonia

24.09 afternoon activity

Meeting the governor of Saarde parish

Discovering beautiful places in Kilingi-Nõmme

Guide Luise Maria talking about Kilingi-Nõmme's history

The presentations of homeworks. Each country had to make a slideshow about their political system 

At the end of the day we wrote down our expectations and hopes for the next 10 incoming days.

That's the result "Sunny hope"

We all enjoyed our day. We are going to rest now, because tomorrow will be a busy day. 

This is how we are getting to know each other

Gathering in the front of the dermitory to have a breakfast

Informative papers, pen, name tag, key holder and belong to VOTE project started pack. 

Little folk-dancers from Estonia.

Opening ceremony in front of the school

Family picture.

Introducing our schoolhouse

I have read and accept the VOTE Project Terms and Agreements - Check.

Melting ice and getting familiar with each other.

Stay tuned, there is going to be a lot of pictures about what we are doing! Also visit our Facebook page. 

First day with the Czech Republic

It may not look good but it is our first group picture. 

We had the same feeling as little children on Christmas morning. 

Meeting old friends. 

Sharing good energy through smiles. :)

First day with Greece

Looking forward to meet new people. We are already on our way to Riga.

Prepare yourselves, we have long way back to Kilingi-Nõmme.

Kicking off youth exchange with smile on our face.

First meal in Kilingi-Nõmme Gümnaasium canteen. 

Greece will arrive in Riga, and #ErasmusVOTE team will be there!

Hectic Preparation in Arta, Greece

Many questions and answers

If you see smiles on the second picture, this is because we're happy while getting ready for the VOTE experience in Estonia. Questions and answers give space to smiles and good mood :) 

Bye for now, we need to go packing!

The Run of Three Schools

Here is facebook link (click here) to V three school running event.

Saarde Parish: LINK
Kilingi-Nõmme Gymnasium: LINK

Annual Run of Three Schools is happening on 26th of September 2015. The VOTE team will be there, will You?

The Czech team gets ready

The Czech team gets ready

A week before our arrival to Kilingi-Nomme, we had an interesting lecture about Estonia, its culture, history, traditions and tourist attractions. The lecture was given by Mr. Zdeněk Peša, the mayor of the Czech town Olešnice na Moravě, the partner town of Kilingi-Nomme. He has been to Estonia a couple of times before so he knew how to make our students look forward to visiting this lovely Baltic state.

 

 

 

Sunny Greetings from Greece

... and finally - here we are!
The Greek group is getting assembled and familiar with all tools for communication.
Our group is mixed - 2 representatives from Inter Alia (the Greek partner organization) and other 10 from the 3rd High School of Arta.

Meet Nikos and Boyka from Inter Alia

Our group will be accompanied by two teachers: Evangelia Briseniou and Sapfo Vardia

Evangelia and Sapfo at work

And finally - the most important ones - our group members, one by one:

Konstantina Karali

Hi. My name is Konstantina Karali and l'm 16 years old. I study in the 3^rd high school of Arta in Greece. I live in Arta and my favourite subject is Maths. During my free time I am with my friends.

Konstantina Katsigianni

Hi! I'm Konstantina Katsigianni. I live in Greece and I am seventeen years old. I study in the 3rd high school of Arta and one of my favourite lessons is history. My hobby is swimming which I have started from a young age and I have participated to many races. Also in my free time I usually go out with friends or listen to music.

Stathis-Stylianos Pappas

Hi!! My name is Stathis Pappas. I am student at the third class of high school in Hellas. My favourite hobbies and activities are football, dancing and friendly racings !!!!!

Alexandros Tsalapatis

Hey, my name is Alexandros Tsalapatis. I'm 17 years old and I'm in the third grade of high school. Some of my favourite sports are diving, horse riding and climbing as well. In my free time, I like hanging out with friends and playing different kinds of musical instruments. 

Christos Christou

Hello! My name is Chris. I am 16 year old student. I was born in Arta, a small city in Western Greece and I have lived there since I was born. My favourite sport is football and I am a big fan of Olympiakos. My favourite athlete is Vassilis Spanoulis. Finally, I really enjoy going for bicycle with my best friend Vangelis. Have a good time!!!

Stavros Tolos

Hello! I'm Stavros and I'm 16 years old. I live in Arta, a town in the Northwest of Greece. My hobbies are swimming, cycling, playing tennis and watching F1 races and football games. I've never travelled abroad before so I'm looking forward to our trip to Estonia.

Konstantina Kompogianni

Hi! I am konstantina Kompogianni. I am 17 years old and I am from Arta ,GREECE. I like to travel and I am happy for my travel to Estonia. 

Marios Angelis

Hii!! my name is Marios Angelis. I am a student of the third grade of high school in Arta, Greece. Because of studying for school, I do not have a lot of spare time, but my favourite hobbies are basketball and listening to music. So , I am surprised to have been chosen for the trip to Estonia and I hope the best!!!!