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Our sustainable agriculture project located in the south of Chile produces high-quality vegetables for sale to restaurants and the public. We offer people an opportunity to nourish themselves with produce that is delicious, fresh, and distinctive. We work to improve the health of the community, sustain ecosystems, and strengthen the local economy.
The farm is run by two passionate and ambitious women (Lorena, Chilean, and Brynn, originally from the U.S.). For the 2019-2020 growing season, we’re looking for longer-term farm apprentices to assist us in all aspects of our farm. This not only includes physical tasks in all kinds of weather, but also the management of complex production and marketing systems.
Nuestro proyecto de agricultura sustentable produce hortalizas finas de alta calidad para vender a restaurantes y al público. Nuestros productos son ricos, frescos y distintos, ofreciendo una experiencia nutritiva y sanadora a nuestros clientes. Trabajamos para mejorar la salud de la comunidad, cuidar el medio ambiente y desarrollar la economía local.
Las dueñas son dos mujeres apasionadas y motivadas (Lorena, chilena, y Brynn, estadounidense). Para la temporada de 2019-2020 buscamos practicantes de largo plazo para apoyarnos en todos los aspectos de nuestro proyecto. Esto incluye no solamente tareas físicas en todas las condiciones climáticas sino también el manejo de sistemas complejos de producción, envase y marketing.Types of help and learning opportunities
GardeningFarmstay helpUN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You'll have the opportunity to see how a small farm functions within the context of our unique region. We are language lovers and you'll have daily opportunities to practice your Spanish.
Tendrás la oportunidad de ver como funciona una granja de producción de hortalizas finas en nuestra región. Somos amantes de los idiomas y compartiremos las idiosincrasias del español chileno.Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We’re seeking highly motivated people who are already thinking of starting their own project in the future and want to gain experience in the management of a small-scale vegetable operation. These folks will be looking to learn from our methods and will also be able to contribute their own perspectives and ideas to our daily tasks. It is our goal to support our apprentices in gaining the skills and confidence necessary to launch their own small farm project.
Requerimos personas altamente motivadas que ya piensen seriamente en armar su propio proyecto en el futuro y busquen experiencia gestionando el cultivo orgánico de hortalizas en pequeña escala. Buscamos gente que tenga ganas de aprender de nuestros métodos y también de contribuir sus propias perspectivas e ideas. De este modo, tenemos como propósito apoyar a nuestros practicantes ampliar su rango de habilidades y terminar con la confianza de lanzar un nuevo emprendimiento propio.Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Portuguese: FluentAccommodation
Farm apprentices stay in a cob house with a fully equipped kitchen, iving area with woodstove, bedroom with bunkbeds, and bathroom with hot shower. This is a communal space that is the center of our project so you should be comforortable sharing space. We provide groceries (vegetarian) so you can prepare your meals, and of course there is delicious produce from the garden. There is internet at the main house that you can use but it can be slow and unpredictable. You can also buy a local SIM card and buy a low-cost monthly cell phone/internet plan to use while you're here.
Los practicantes se quedan en una casa de barro con cocina amoblada, sala de estar con combustión lenta, dormitorio con literas y baño con ducha. Esta casita es el nexo de nuestro proyecto y por eso es importante que estás cómodo con la convivencia. Te damos alimentos (vegetarianos) para que prepares tu propia comida, y por supuesto hay verduras ricas de la huerta. Hay internet en la casa principal que puedes usar pero la conexión puede ser lenta y poco constante. Existe la opción de comprar un chip móvil y comprar un plan de internet y teléfono para usar mientras estés aquí.What else ...
Our project is located about 20 kilometers from Pucón in a spectacular rural area with easy access to hiking trails, hot springs, and rivers for swimming and fishing. Local buses pass by every few hours or you can hitchhike (very common and safe!). Opportunities for adventure in the Pucón area are almost limitless and include climbing Volcano Villarrica, kayaking, whitewater rafting, and hiking in national parks.
Nuestro proyecto se ubica a aproximadamente 20 kilometros de Pucón en un lugar precioso con acceso a senderos, termas, y ríos. Buses rurales pasan cada par de horas o puedes hacer dedo (muy común y seguro!). Las opciones para la aventura en nuestra área son casi sin límite y incluyen ascensión al volcán Villarrica, kayak, rafting y trekking en los parques nacionales.A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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Lorena is amazing and so is the rest of her family! The type of work is diverse and sometimes challenging but it is worth it a 1000times!! I do believe thay the experience would be… read more
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Lorena is amazing and so is the rest of her family! The type of work is diverse and sometimes challenging but it is worth it a 1000times!! I do believe thay the experience would be… read more
And then there's Lorena always animated, always enthusiastic, always ready to share with you and to teach you.… read more
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We will really miss cooking with fresh vegetables from the garden, playing with the kids and animals and just enjoying the silence on this paradiselike property after… read more