The Azores archipelago, located in the North Atlantic Ocean, comprises nine islands of volcanic origin. Pico Island, with an area of 445 km2, is the largest of the central group (five islands in total); its landscape is marked by a volcanic peak 2351 m high, and by important areas of Azorean native cloud forest considered to be a remnant of the old Tertiary forests that once covered southern Europe. Some of the Azorean islands (Pico in particular), are suitable for Woodcock and snipes leading to the establishment of resident populations of these birds.

The landscape of Pico Island Vineyard Culture became a UNESCO World Heritage in 2004. Pico's famous verdelho, is appreciated in many countries and even reached the palaces of the Russian czars. The island also supported a substantial whaling industry until 1980.

The village of Madalena, in the western coast of Pico island, facing the island of Faial (and the town of Horta), is the main port to ensure links with the neighbouring islands. Pico is 7 km east of Faial and 17.5 km south of São Jorge; these three islands form the so-called "Triangle".

Pico Island is accessible by regular direct flights from Lisbon or connecting flights through the islands of São Miguel, Terceira and Faial. In the last case, visitors can also take the enjoyable 30-minute ferry trip between Horta and Madalena.

WORKSHOP LOCATION

The Workshop will be held at the

Auditório Municipal da Madalena

Rua Dr. Urbano Prudêncio da Silva

Madalena, Pico Island, Azores