In March and April, the 2025 edition of the “VOỌC ƠI, MÌNH ĐI ĐÂU THẾ?” program was launched once again. Young nature lovers enjoyed adventurous weekends exploring the Son Tra Peninsula.
“VOỌC ƠI, MÌNH ĐI ĐÂU THẾ?” is a series of experiential nature education activities led by biodiversity conservation experts. The program aims to enhance children’s knowledge and foster a deeper connection between them and the natural world.
The first two events of the 2025 program took place on March 9 and April 20, with the participation of over 20 students from various secondary schools across the city.
As soon as registration opened, the program received enthusiastic responses from nearly 100 parents and students. However, in accordance with the rules, only 20 applications that met all criteria—such as early registration, correct age group, and proper sharing of program information—were accepted to join the program.
Ms. Lê Thị Trang – Conservation Education Specialist and Head of the Program Organizing Committee – shared that a key new feature of the 2025 edition of “VOỌC ƠI, MÌNH ĐI ĐÂU THẾ?” is its expansion to include both lower and upper secondary school students. This update is designed to align with their formal studies in natural sciences, local education, and experiential learning.
These subjects are part of the new curriculum introduced by the Ministry of Education and Training, which requires that certain lessons utilize local resources and be conducted outdoors. This approach allows students to learn, explore, and experience nature firsthand.
“HiVOOC has studied these requirements and adapted the 2025 edition of ‘VOỌC ƠI, MÌNH ĐI ĐÂU THẾ?’ to focus on lessons about the flora and fauna of the Sơn Trà Peninsula,” Ms. Trang explained. “Students will be given research tasks to identify and study local plant and animal species during their field experience. By understanding the biodiversity of their own homeland, they’ll be inspired to share this knowledge with friends and on social media, helping spread awareness of Sơn Trà’s natural values to a wider audience.”
Another new feature of this year’s program is that parents do not accompany the students. The participants will engage in activities independently, fostering a sense of autonomy and encouraging them to connect with new friends from different schools.
“HiVOOC hopes that through these programs, every student and citizen of Da Nang will become an ambassador, proudly sharing about the city’s natural treasures. This is the most effective way to ensure the conservation and sustainable development of Da Nang—so that the city is not only a livable place for people, but also for all species,” Ms. Trang shared.
Some photos from the program:
THÙY TRANG