When you say ‘ornithological station’, most people probably picture birdwatching, telescopes and walks in the countryside. But it’s not just about that. To ensure everything runs smoothly, you sometimes need to carry out repairs, tidy up or sort things out a bit.
This time, I set about repairing the observation jetty at the ČSO station in Velký Tisý. And because the jetty is right by the water, it wasn’t exactly a dry job. I had to get into the water, have a bit of a struggle with it and gradually put the wooden structure back together again.
I didn’t spend much time watching birds this time, but I did put in some hard work in a different way. And when you manage to fix something and know it’ll continue to serve others, it gives you a real sense of satisfaction.
It’s simply part and parcel of life at the station. Sometimes you get your binoculars out, other times your tools, and occasionally you even get your trousers wet in the process. As long as it’s for a good cause!
