Do good.
Out of love for
people
and nature.

Together with the municipality and the Egliswil Nature and Bird Protection Association, we actively committed ourselves to the protection of biodiversity. On NIKIN Neophyte Day, numerous helpers removed invasive plant species, thereby creating more space for native flora and insects. After an introduction by experts, participants got to work outdoors in small groups – with impressive results: a total of around 20 neophyte sacks of 60 litres each were collected, which corresponds to approximately over 200 kilograms of plant material. After the effort, we ended the day comfortably with a barbecue, food, and drinks. Thanks to everyone who diligently pitched in!

The TreeHouse Talk with Diego Walder was all about life outdoors, entrepreneurship, and the story behind the traditional Spatz brand. Diego shared how he brought Spatz back into Swiss hands, why outdoor culture means much more than just adventure to him, and what we can learn from a simple life in nature. Guests gained exciting insights into the brand's development and an exclusive look at the collaboration between Spatz and NIKIN. We rounded off the evening comfortably in front of the TreeHouse in Aarau's old town – with homemade stick bread cooked over a fire.

The TreeHouse Talk with Le Sirupier de Berne was all about the connection between taste, craftsmanship, and sustainability. Together, we celebrated the launch of our forest syrup and delved into the world of natural ingredients and responsible production. Matthias Wirth provided exciting insights into sustainable approaches to beverage manufacturing and spoke about circular economy in the industry. The evening was rounded off by a joint tasting of various syrup variations – a delightful exchange in an inspiring atmosphere.

At the first TreeHouse Talk of the year, Swiss biologist and adventurer David Bittner took us into the wilderness of Alaska. For over 20 years, he has been researching the behavior of grizzly bears and shared impressive up-close experiences. It was not only about the animals themselves but also about topics such as respect, trust, risk management, and decision-making. A fascinating and inspiring evening about our relationship with nature and ourselves.

Our mushroom event with Ruedi Jean-Richard on Wednesday, October 1st, was fully booked and a complete success! Together with the mushroom inspector from Aarau, we roamed through the Aarau forests in the best (mushroom-friendly) weather, learned to distinguish edible from inedible species, and listened to exciting stories about the world of mushrooms. To crown it all, the collected finds were prepared together, and delicious mushroom bruschetta was enjoyed. An evening full of nature, knowledge, and pleasure!

What truly makes good coffee – and how sustainable can the industry be? At the fourth TreeHouse Talk, Nicolas Vuille (Caffè Uno) and Philippe Gacond (Home Barista Shop) shared their expertise and passion for coffee with us. In addition to exciting insights and honest exchange, our guests were able to discover a special highlight: the new forest coffee with spruce needle fermentation. The new coffee shirts – partly made from coffee grounds – also sparked curiosity. An all-round successful evening centered around sustainable coffee enjoyment.