Alkaline fens have been the subject of particular interest of the Naturalists’ Club for over 20 years. Based on conducted inventory, field research and knowledge acquired thanks to them, we undertook many conservation  measures throughout Poland. The experience we gained was shared in our publications, published as part of the implementation of projects for alkaline fens protection in northern and southern Poland. This book is an attempt to summarize the knowledge we have had so far and which we had gained over the past few years implementing projects for their protection throughout the country.

We would like to dedicate this book to all people involved in the protection of alkaline fens, the most valuable ones – like in the Rospuda river valley as well as many other in the other corners of our country. To those  supporting us, co-workers, in particular one who stays in our memory - Jola Kujawa-Pawlaczyk, who contributed to protection of many peatlands.