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Join in on equine and marine education and art projects in Christiansted, Virgin Islands

Availability

  2024 

 Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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  • Description

    Description

    Our mission is to increase education and employment opportunities that strengthen the connection between people and nature: beyond our backyards...into communities...across the globe. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit education organization offering university and high school internships, scholarships, equine apprenticeships and experiences, SCUBA classes, snorkeling, kayaking, eco-tours, horseback riding tours into the sea, outdoor education, home school programs, transformative travel, cultural exchange experiences, community art exhibits and mural projects.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Workawayers will collaborate with local organizations and community leaders among the Crucian culture of St. Croix, US Virgin Islands, including conducting needs assessments and sharing meals and lifetime experiences with local people and tourists from around the world.

  • Help

    Help

    assistance with overall ranch, horses, animal care, field trips, school programs, volunteer groups, art projects, planting trees, fence mending, social media marketing and communication, pool maintenance, garden and eco-tour projects, and miscellaneous cleaning, painting, and other help around the ranch and home site

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Intermediate

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    private bedroom with shower and separate entrance, private bath, shared and fully stocked kitchen and living areas with office space and some meals provided and/or meal allowance

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    time off you might find yourself snorkeling, scuba diving, riding horses into the sea, kayaking in a bioluminescent bay, and visiting local attractions like the Botanical Gardens, restaurants, beaches, and mountain hikes with breathtaking views

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    Reliable, high speed wi-fi in house and community areas, several outdoor covered areas and indoor areas to work in the home, in your private room, or in town at coffee shops and public spaces

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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    Hours expected

    Approximately 5 hours per day, 5 days per week

Host ref number: 456655755458

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