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Hop-picking together at Hop van Altena: a day among the hop cones

| Jeanine Verbraak | Reading time: 7 minutes

Storyteller and photographer Jeanine rolls up her sleeves during the Altena hop-picking day. Together with volunteers, she harvests hops for local beer and discovers how this centuries-old tradition is being revived in the region.

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In Search of the King of the Biesbosch: Join Ranger Jonathan on a Beaver Safari

| Jeanine Verbraak | Reading time: 6 minutes

Photographer and storyteller Jeanine Verbraak goes on a beaver safari through De Biesbosch National Park. Together with forest ranger Jonathan from Staatsbosbeheer, she discovers the extraordinary nature, the changing tidal landscape, and the many animals that live here.

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A Hidden World in Het Pompveld

| Jeanine Verbraak | Reading time: 6 minutes

Storyteller and photographer Jeanine discovers the hidden duck decoy in Het Pompveld. During the rare open house, she walks through the nature reserve, learns about the centuries-old trapping technique, and experiences the tranquility of this unique piece of heritage.

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A canoe trip through the awakening Biesbosch

| Jeanine Verbraak | Reading time: 4 minutes

Photographer and storyteller Jeanine Verbraak steps into a canoe early in the morning for a trip through the Biesbosch. Amid fog, mirror-smooth water, and birds waking up, she explores this beautiful nature reserve together with guides Sjaak and Paul.

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From cow to cheese: a unique look behind the scenes at De Lange Hoeve

| Jeanine Verbraak | Reading time: 5 minutes

Photographer and storyteller Jeanine Verbraak takes a look behind the scenes at Kaasboerderij De Lange Hoeve in Genderen. Together with cheese maker Djow, she discovers how milk from their own cows transforms step by step into cheese full of character.

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Discover Woudrichem: a day full of history and adventure

| Jeanine Verbraak | Reading time: 6 minutes

Photographer and storyteller Jeanine discovers Woudrichem with her family. They sail with the new foot ferry to Slot Loevestein, dive into the history of the fortified town and end the day relaxed with an overnight stay in the fortified town.

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