Short and Long Term Volunteering (Animal Care, Gardening, etc.) in Berry Springs, Australia

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  Description

  🌿✨ Are you a nature lover who enjoys camping, sightseeing, and swimming? Act and Care Animal Sanctuary has an amazing opportunity for you! 🌟🏕️
  
  Located just 40 minutes from Darwin and within walking distance to Berry Springs, Territory Wildlife Park, IGA, doctor, pharmacy, and a popular country tavern, our sanctuary is surrounded by incredible tourism attractions. Whether you want to swim in our big pool or the nearby Berry Springs, there’s something for everyone!
  
  What We Offer:
  
  Nature and Camping: Camp under the stars near our pool or stay in our outback-style accommodations if available. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings and the peaceful environment.
  Tourist Attractions: Explore local attractions like Berry Springs and Territory Wildlife Park.
  Convenient Location: Close to essential amenities and a charming country tavern.
  Pick-Up Service: We can pick you up from your hostel or the airport for your convenience.
  
  Volunteer and Stay:
  
  Short-Term Stays: Campers can stay for just one night without any work commitment if you make a food donation from our local produce store to support our rescue donkeys, roosters, chicken, ducks, geese and parrots.
  Animal Care: Help care for our playful and cuddly donkeys, rescued roosters, ducks, and geese. We are also creating a natural conservation area for Burdekin ducks.
  
  How to Get Involved:
  
  Volunteering: We have various HelpX positions available for those with skills in animal husbandry, weeding, mowing, fencing, painting, and gardening.
  Contributions: Any support, whether it's volunteering or food donations, is greatly appreciated.
  
  This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors, contribute to animal welfare, and experience the unique beauty of the Northern Territory. If you’re interested, send us a message with your details, experience, and the length of your intended stay. We look forward to welcoming you to our sanctuary! 🌿🦆 #NatureLovers #Camping #AnimalSanctuary #VolunteerOpportunity #NTWildlife 🐾✨
  
  For more information or to apply, please contact us. We can’t wait to hear from you!

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Bénévolat

  Pratique d’une langue

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Compagnie pour pers. âgée

  Enseignement

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  S’occuper des animaux

  Aide dans une ferme

  Aide à la maison

  Entretien général

  Aide informatique/internet
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  Objectifs de développement durable de l’ONU que cet hôte essaie d'atteindre

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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  Explore the unique flaura and flora of the area around Berry Springs. We offer free sightseeing trips.
  We can show you the surrounding areas.

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  Projets impliquant des enfants

  Ce projet peut impliquer des enfants. Pour en savoir plus, consultez nos directives et conseils ici.

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  Aide

  Please let me know which of the following options would interest you:
  
  1. House and pet sitting
  Time frame: The next available position will be from the 9.-19.6.2024, however you can come before this time and stay longer.
  Days: Every Day/week when the host is way
  Hours: Approximately 2 hours in the morning & 2 hours in the late afternoon.
  Pool and house access: 24 hours
  Food: I can supply basic food items to support you if you are staying for a month.
  Deliveries: You can order food online from Woolworth's and get it delivered to our door which is a great solution for a rural property like ours.
  Requirements: You need to have experience in pet care (especially for our small cute dogs, 3 house rabbits and 4 parrots) and be able to be at home all the time when your host is away. I can teach you how to feed and clean the parrots.
  My 83 year old mother is living in the other side of the house and would appreciate if you could bring her some already prepared food items out of the fridge. I can prepare everything. Otherwise she doesn't need help
  Recommendation: Start 7.00 am before it is getting hot and you can jump in the pool when everything is done :-)
  
  2. Improving our guest areas (stay at least 2 days if you are camping - start flexible)
  Have a good taste and ideas how to make our outback style facilities more practical & outback stylish.
  Time frame: Stay at least 2 days if you are camping. Stay at least for a week if you require accommodation.
  Hours: If you are camping with your own gear: approximately 2 hours in the morning & 1 hour in the late afternoon/evening.
  Days: 5 days/week. Please confirm with the host on which days you plan to have no duties.
  If you require accommodation: approximately 2 hours in the morning & 2 hours in the late afternoon.
  Recommendation: Start 7.00 am before it is getting hot and you can jump in the pool when everything is done :-)
  Pool access: 10 am-10pm
  Food: I can supply basic food items to support you if you are staying for a month.
  
  3. Building animal shelters (stay at least 2 days if you are camping - start flexible)
  Have a good taste and ideas how to make our facilities more practical & stylish.
  Time frame: Stay at least 2 days if you are camping. Stay at least for a week if you require accommodation.
  Hours: If you are camping with your own gear: approximately 2 hours in the morning & 1 hour in the late afternoon/evening.
  Days: 5 days/week. Please confirm with the host on which days you plan to have no duties.
  If you require accommodation: approximately 2 hours in the morning & 2 hours in the late afternoon.
  Recommendation: Start 7.00 am before it is getting hot and you can jump in the pool when everything is done :-)
  Pool access: 10 am-10pm
  Food: I can supply basic food items to support you if you are staying for a month.
  
  4. Planting, watering, weeding and gardening
  You will be responsible for improving our gardens. Ask the host for details and make suggestions how to created better natural environments.
  Time frame: Stay at least 2 days if you are camping. Stay at least for a week if you require accommodation.
  Hours: If you are camping with your own gear: approximately 2 hours in the morning & 1 hour in the late afternoon/evening.
  Days: 5 days/week but please confirm with another volunteer to water the plants in the meantime. (7 days/week just to water the plants and we have no other volunteers to look after them.) Please confirm with the host on which days you plan to have no duties.
  Recommendation: Start 7.00 am before it is getting hot and you can jump in the pool when everything is done :-)
  If you require accommodation: approximately 2 hours in the morning & 2 hours in the late afternoon.
  Pool access: 10 am-10pm
  Food: I can supply basic food items to support you if you are staying for a month.
  
  4. Animal Care
  You will be responsible for giving the animals food and water and keeping the enclosures clean. Be aware that we have time schedules for this.
  Time frame: Stay at least 2 days if you are camping. Stay at least for a week if you require accommodation.
  5 days/week but please confirm with another the host and another Animal Care volunteer to care for the animals in the meantime. (7 days/week if we have no other volunteers to look after them.)
  Please confirm with the host on which days you plan to have no duties.
  Recommendation: Start 7.00 am before it is getting hot and you can jump in the pool when everything is done :-)
  Hours: If you are camping with your own gear: approximately 2 hours in the morning & 1 hour in the late afternoon/evening.
  If you require accommodation: approximately 2 hours in the morning & 2 hours in the late afternoon.
  Pool access: 10 am-10pm
  Food: I can supply basic food items to support you if you are staying for a month.
  
  A general note for long term volunteers: We are a team and need always someone on the property. Please confirm with the other volunteers who will be home so that our animals are never alone when it comes to an emergency. Usually the host or house & pet sitter will be at home. Good communication is very important.

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  Langues

  Langues parlées
  Allemand: Courant
  Anglais: Courant

  Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
  I'm German and love to speak the language which doesn't happen to often nowadays. 🌟🏞️ Stay with Us at Act and Care Animal Sanctuary! 🏞️🌟 Are you ready for an adventure in the Northern Territory? Stay with us for several weeks, and we'll show you the stunning surrounding areas, including visits to a National Park! Why Stay with Us? Explore Together: We'll take you on trips to nearby attractions and even visit a National Park together. Great Connectivity: Enjoy excellent internet access—you can even download Netflix movies for your downtime. Immerse in Nature: Wake up to magical outback sunrises and the natural sounds of native birds, roosters, geese, and peafowls. What We Offer: Volunteer Positions: Help with animal husbandry, weeding, mowing, fencing, painting, and gardening. Short-Term Stays: Stay for just one night with a food donation from our local produce store to support our rescue animals. Convenient Location: Close to Berry Springs, Territory Wildlife Park, IGA, doctor, pharmacy, and a popular country tavern. We offer pick-up services from your hostel or the airport for your convenience. Experience the Outback: Camp Under the Stars: Stay in our outback-style accommodations or camp near the pool. Local Attractions: Explore the best of the Northern Territory, right from our sanctuary. Join Us: Enjoy the peace and beauty of the outback, connect with our rescue animals, and be part of our community. Interested? Send us a message with your details, experience, and the length of your intended stay. Don't miss this unique opportunity to volunteer, explore, and relax in the Northern Territory. We look forward to welcoming you to Act and Care Animal Sanctuary! 🌿🐾 #OutbackAdventure #NatureLovers #AnimalSanctuary #VolunteerOpportunity #NTWildlife 🌟🏞️ For more information or to apply, please contact us. See you soon!
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  Hébergement

  Different options:
  A room in our House next to a 12 m pool if you are a pet sitter 9.-19.6. and are able to be a companion for my mom.
  A Caravan
  A Demountable building
  A room in a shipping container with insulation
  Camping

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  Autres infos...

  🌅🐓 Do you love early mornings and magical outback sunrises? 🌅🐓
  
  Imagine waking up to the natural sounds of native birds, roosters, geese, and peafowls at Act and Care Animal Sanctuary. Our sanctuary offers a unique experience for nature lovers and early risers!
  
  What We Offer:
  
  Nature's Alarm Clock: Start your day with the gentle sounds of our resident animals and the beauty of an outback sunrise.
  Peaceful Surroundings: Enjoy the tranquility and beauty of our sanctuary, nestled close to Berry Springs and other local attractions.
  
  Why You'll Love It Here:
  
  Experience the Outback: Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Northern Territory.
  Connect with Animals: Spend time with our rescue animals, including cuddly donkeys, roosters, ducks, geese, and peafowls.
  Enjoy Local Attractions: We're conveniently located near Berry Springs, Territory Wildlife Park, and more.
  
  Join Us:
  
  We have options available for those with skills in animal husbandry, weeding, mowing, fencing, painting, and gardening.
  Short-Term Stays: Campers can stay for just one night with a food donation from our local produce store to support our rescue animals.
  
  Come and be a part of our sanctuary community. Experience the serenity of early mornings and the joy of caring for animals in a beautiful outback setting. 🌄🦜 #OutbackSunrise #NatureLovers #AnimalSanctuary #VolunteerOpportunity #NTWildlife 🌅🐓
  
  Interested? Send us a message with your details, experience, and the length of your intended stay. We look forward to welcoming you!

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  Informations complémentaires

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    Accès Internet

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    Accès Internet limité

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    Nous avons des animaux

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    Nous sommes fumeurs

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    Familles bienvenues

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  Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads

  Our internet is very fast since we are close to a Telstra tower. Please let me know if you are a digital nomad and want to join some of my many online projects too.

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  There is space for your campervan. Short and Long Term Stays are welcome. Camping for just for one night is possible in exchange for food donation for our rescue animals or gardening and landscaping.

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  Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux

  Dogs need to be leashed all the time.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Plus de 2

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  Nombre d'heures attendues

  Pet Sitters when I'm away (free accommodation&internet) just 2 hours/day, volunteers (free accommodation & internet) 4-5 hours/day

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