22 October 2026 Komluka and Sarafovo, Burgas, Bulgaria Training for Fishers

Final SturNet training sessions for fishers held in Burgas

The SturNet training series concluded with two sessions for fishing communities in Komluka and Sarafovo, Burgas. Fishers shared experience and explored digital tools for sturgeon conservation.

Fishing communities share experience and explore digital reporting

On 22 October 2026, the final two SturNet training sessions for members of the fishing community took place in Komluka and Sarafovo, Burgas, Bulgaria. They concluded the series organised by the Protection of Biodiversity in Bulgaria Foundation with the assistance of OPIMOS Association.

Training Focus

Practical experience and digital tools for sturgeon conservation

Both sessions attracted strong interest and active participation from local fishers. Participants shared their practical experience and discussed important issues related to sturgeon conservation in the Black Sea.

The sessions introduced SturNet’s digital tools and the opportunities they offer for submitting reports, exchanging information and taking joint action to protect these endangered species. We thank all participants for their interest, active participation and valuable exchange of experience.

Date

22 October 2026

Location

Komluka and Sarafovo, Burgas, Bulgaria

Participants

Members of the local fishing communities

Cooperation for Sturgeon Conservation

SturNet is co-funded by the European Union under the Interreg NEXT Black Sea Basin Programme 2021–2027.