16/10/2025
☆．＊【From Bats to Bees: A Youth Eco-Adventure in Taiping】＊．☆
Join us for an unforgettable journey that blends ecological exploration with local culture in the scenic Taiping Toubiankeng area! Discover the wonders of nature through an English-guided tour featuring the Bat Cave terrain, Brother Earthworm ecology, and the fascinating Bee Forest.
A highlight of the trip is the hands-on beeswax candle workshop, where participants will craft their own natural candles using local beeswax—learning how sustainability and creativity come together in traditional living.
We’ll also visit unique community landmarks such as the Taiping To***co Farm, the Big Camphor Tree, and the Ancient Farm Museum. Through immersive field experiences, this event encourages young people to appreciate Taiwan’s natural beauty, understand ecological balance, and take action to protect our planet.
(The entire tour and tour are explained and guided in English)
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{Schedule}
★9:30–10:00 Meet at Taichung Railway Station and depart for Taiping
★10:50–11:20 Bat Cave Ecological Education｜Taiping Bat Cave & Baifu Bridge
★11:30–12:30 Lunch
★12:40–13:40 Community Eco-Industry Tour｜Worm Brother’s Eco Farm
★13:50–15:20 Beeswax Candle DIY Workshop｜Tsai Feng Lin Bee Ecology Farm
★15:30–16:30 Historical & Cultural Tour｜Visit the 300-Year-Old Camphor Tree and Ancient Farmhouse
★16:40–17:30 Local Industry Tour｜Taiping To***co Buying Station
★18:00 Return to Taichung Railway Station
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{Important Notes}
1.Please wear comfortable clothing and non-slip shoes suitable for outdoor activities.
2.Bring your own reusable water bottle and stay hydrated throughout the tour.
3.Apply sunscreen and insect repellent as needed.
4.Follow the guide’s instructions and do not disturb wildlife or damage plants.
5.The beeswax candle workshop involves hot wax—please handle materials carefully and follow safety directions.
6.Please be on time; the tour will start promptly as scheduled.
7.In case of severe weather, the itinerary may be adjusted for safety reasons.
8.Keep the environment clean—take your trash with you and reduce plastic use.
9.English will be the main language of instruction and guidance during the event.
10.Enjoy the experience and respect local culture and community spaces.
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※Organizer: Water Source Cultural and Educational Foundation
※ Registration period: July 21 to August 6, 2025
※Event time: August 9, 2015, 08:30-17:00, the event lasts about 8 hours.
※ Target audience: International youth from all countries who are interested in the natural ecology of Taiping Tou Biankeng in Taichung and come to Taiwan to study.
Sign-up Link :
https://youthtravel.tw/eventsContent.php?id=3086
