Save Pond Hockey – Eishockey und Klimaschutz verbinden

Save Pond Hockey Save Pond Hockey is an international movement that combines ice hockey and climate protection. With tournaments on natural ice, they are setting an example for the preservation of natural ice surfaces – and at the same time supporting organisations that are actively committed to protecting these habitats. The movement arose out of concern for the disappearance of natural ice – the ice on which many people used to play. Since its launch in 2015, Save Pond Hockey has organised over 40 tournaments and supported countless organisations with donations.

We are thrilled that Save Pond Hockey has selected our foundation – the Cover Project Foundation – as the recipient of donations from the two Save Pond Hockey tournaments in Switzerland. These will be the first tournaments ever held in Switzerland.

Davos – 13 December 2025

At the Davos Eistraum, recreational and company teams compete against each other.

Zernez - 17. January 2026

The second tournament will take place on the natural ice rink in Runatsch. Additional teams are still being sought so that the event can go ahead.

Participate, forward, support

Do you know a team that would like to participate? Or would you like to take part in the tournament yourself? You can still register for both Swiss events – and more teams are urgently needed for the tournament in Zernez so that it can take place at all.

The best part: you don't have to be a pro. Anyone can join in! And if you don't have your own equipment, no problem – it will be provided on site. All that matters is enjoying the game and being motivated to do something together for climate protection.

By participating, you are supporting a good cause: all proceeds from the tournaments go to the Cover Project Foundation and are invested directly in projects to protect glaciers.

Your team will play at least three games in 4-on-4 mode without a goalie. We recommend at least six players per team—perfect for groups of friends, companies, or recreational teams.

Join in, register, or pass on the information—we look forward to seeing you!

Register your team or view information: savepondhockey.org

Review: Rotary Youth Excursion “Music from Ice to Lake” – Morteratsch Glacier 

Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming 20 young people from all over the world to Switzerland as part of the Rotary Camp Music from Ice to Lake. During their trip, they discovered places and people with a special connection to water, including the Morteratsch Glacier.

Accompanied by glaciologist Felix Keller, we first took the gondola lift up to the Diavolezza mountain hut. There, before the hike began, music was played by Felix Keller and the participants themselves, who had brought their instruments with them.

From the hut, the trail led downhill to the glacier. Equipped with crampons, the group stepped onto the eternal ice, where exciting discussions about water, glacier melt, and sustainability took place. Between crevasses, fascinating ice formations, and small rivers, they experienced the fascination of this unique landscape up close.

A big thank you to all participants for your interest, your openness, and the lively energy you brought with you.

A River Runs From My Kitchen

As part of the exhibition “A River Runs From My Kitchen,” which focuses on the river as a lifeline between cultures, landscapes, and everyday cuisine, we invite you to a special evening in Ftan. The exhibition combines art, climate, and cuisine, bringing together voices from the Himalayas (artists Anuja Dasgupta Dasgupta and Tsering Tsering Motup from Ladakh) and the Engadin (Michael Michael Günzburger Günzburger and Andrea Andrea Todisco Todisco).

Ice Stups Ladakh – A lecture by Felix Keller

On August 15, Dr. Felix Keller will give a lecture on ice stupas and take you on a culinary journey to Ladakh. The aperitif begins at 5:00 p.m., followed by the lecture on ice stupas at 5:45 p.m. and dinner at 7:00 p.m. With the “Sairada da Momos,” the evening will be a small culinary journey to Ladakh. The first part will take place in the garden of Chasa Cutins (Ftan, Plaz 55), and dinner will be at the Hotel Bellavista (Ftan).
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Are you interested and would like to attend? Then please sign up by calling this number: 081 864 01 33 (cost CHF 45, including food).

We would be thrilled to have you join us for this evening.