MooreMotion 2026

2nd Student Peatland Congress “MooreMotion - Connect, Protect, Rewet!” 2026

Logo MooreMotion 2026

“What a peaty that I couldn’t make it to the first ‘MooreMotion’…,” you might be thinking?

Don’t worry! The second student peatland congress “MooreMotion” is about to take place in Greifswald, with this year’s theme “Connect, protect, rewet.” So pack your rubber boots and join us from September 24–27, 2026, as we dive into the fascinating world of peatlands to learn more about these beautiful ecosystems and discover how we can successfully protect and rewet them. Our goal this year is once again to spark enthusiasm and interest in peatland conservation among young people, bringing new energy and a breath of fresh air to peatland research. Anyone who joined us last year is, of course, warmly invited back this September!

You can find the registration link here: (Password: MooreMotion2026_)
https://evasys-online.uni-greifswald.de/evasys/online.php?p=MooreMotion2026_

Get ready for moore! All the important details about the program will be updated on our website soon. For more info and updates, feel free to follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn. There you can also get a glimpse of the 1st MooreMotion 2025.

Moorish greetings,
Your MooreMotion Team

General information

When?

From Thursday, 24 September 2026, to Sunday,27 September 2026

Where?

University of Greifswald, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern & nearby peatlands

What can you expect?

Lectures, field trips, a poster session, workshops, a pub quiz, a party, and much more—all with a bog theme → more coming soon under "Programme"

Who is it for?

Anyone between the ages of 18 and 35 who is interested in bogs—no matter how much or how little you already know about them!

How much does it cost?

We will likely charge a fee to cover the costs of meals, accommodation, and transportation for excursions. This fee will be around €25. More information will follow with the registration.

Want to get involved?

Are you a student in Greifswald and interested in helping with the organization and connecting with lots of other bog enthusiasts ahead of time? Then feel free to reach out to us (via Instagram or email: mooremotionuni-greifswaldde) and stop by one of our meetings.

Our mascot: Large white-faced darter

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Off to new horizons

The large white-faced darter (Leucorrhinia pectoralis) often inhabits small bodies of water, is highly migratory, and is most commonly found in northern and eastern Germany. 

Key Facts

  • Body length: 3.5–5 cm
  • Flight season: May to July
  • Endangered in Germany
  • Territories: max. 10 m²
  • Even inhabits kettle holes
  • Eggs laid in submerged structures (often reeds)
  • Larval habitat: fine, near-surface aquatic plants
  • Larval development: 2–3 years
  • Exuviae found on sedge/rush stalks at a height of 2–20 cm

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