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Jochen and friends run an ecological rebuild/restore/recycle construction and art project with garden and orchard. Its on the baltic coast, in an inconspicuous little village 20 km east of Lübeck and 6 km west of Boltenhagen. We invent a new approach or possibility for our building and nature projects almost every day and implement it as soon as possible. Our core competencies/ personal interests are self-sufficient living, sports (yoga, rebounding), back and breathing therapy plus multi-professional craftsmanship as wood- and mason workers, mechanic, restorer, interior- and industrial designer.
We offer a lot of space, fresh fruit, 7 languages (German -Jochen and Polish- Janusz- as mother tongues plus Catalan, English, French, Italian, Spanish), 800 meters to the quiet natural dream beaches - where we swim until october. There is a large canoe available, many bikes (some need help or design), morning yoga and rebounding to join us possibly, as well as trips to Hamburg were we may work and live 2-3 days from time to time in a historic factory building close to the river.
You can become part of this project. You can help shape and follow up the old farmhouse restauration, rebuild and build multipurpose sheds and discover how permaculture works with construction and material. As well trees, shrubs and garden need every help. You can expand your and our knowledge of handling many materials. We prepare mostly vegetarian food together and in the evening we discuss the next day. Sometimes make a bonfire or dance. Work together or show you what to do and accompany you. And when the sun suddenly comes out we'll take a beach break. Every day is new. We see it and we talk about it.
IMPORTANT: We are open to everyone who brings interest and wishes to learn. We look forward to basic knowledge, highly estimated if its more in the described areas.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
As introduced above we are interested in sharing our knowledge and abilities with you. Behind material and above we seek and find soul. If you want to join our breathing practice for example, - you'll see different things afterwards.
We are working mainly with wood and metal but also with all other materials that are available in the large material store and workshops. Outside there are natural stones and concrete/clay to work with. There is no such thing as impossible.
For us, it's about -how- you can build something so that it works well and for a long time and brings as much joy as possible. Resource-saving living in a small space has long been a topic and can be viewed and/or used and improved: three construction trailers and a workshop house to live in plus the old farmer’s house with clever innovations.
Also can we show you around in beautiful nature and cultural surroundings, and celebrate life with local friends or our always lovely guests.
Help
We need help with build/rebuild a shed and a wagon (tinyhouse-like), rebuild a kitchen, fruit preserving, develop a veggie garden and compost toilet and things close to this. Mostly all we do is within the permaculture vision. We are looking for open minded vivid people with manual skills, preferably coming from a craft profession or similar.
Carpenters get paid!
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent
Polish: Fluent
Catalan: Intermediate
Italian: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
We always love to learn and improve every of the above mentioned languages.
Accommodation
You will live in the old farmer's house or on top of the workshop or in a tiny house like wagon. You'll have your private room and share kitchen and bathroom. We will cook minimum once a day together.
Bicycles are available.
What else ...
In your free time you can swim, learn to surf or kite or do stand-up-paddling next door. You can explore one of the most beautiful coasts in Germany by bike (we provide them) - or simply hike in enchanted forests. The classics of horse riding, golf and tennis are also around the corner.
Also a city trip to Hamburg where you can stay with us and explore the city can be offered from time to time.
Culturally, the Klützer Winkel offers a wide range of cultural activities in manor houses, castles and churches in the region: art exhibitions, concerts, architectural tours, organic farms to touch, wellness offers, the literature house in Klütz etc.
You'll reach us via plane/train/bus, 100km from Hamburg, direction north/north/east
As free as we are in thinking, we also have small rules: Do not disturb anyone more than necessary and respect the place, the people and what surrounds you.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
behind the pond there is a flat area big enough for a campervan of 6 meters
Can possibly accept pets
A dog is okay if it doesn't bark at every opportunity
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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Jochen is an incredible person and we spent beautiful with him.
First, Jochen is a very interesting person who likes to teach what he knows. We have learnt so many things during our journey, as making DIY, especially… read more
Pablo and Noelia were a wonderful advantage with the Uanqui family.
Pablo can really pack a punch. Moving the heavy wheelbarrow for some days was definitely no child's play. Thank you very much! And yet Pablo never lost his smile.
Noelia, who seems so delicate, had much more power and perseverance than imaginable. Our flower… read more
1. Host: Jochen is an exceptional person, the kind of person you would always want by your side. He has a brilliant mind and can communicate in several languages effortlessly. He has deep knowledge in many areas of… read more
So this is for Maura:
If you like the sun, there she is. Just be around.
Enjoy her soothing calm energy. Her undivided attention to assigned or chosen tasks. Her awareness of what is necessary. Her… read more
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Jochen is an incredible person and we spent beautiful with him.
First, Jochen is a very interesting person who likes to teach what he knows. We have learnt so many things during our journey, as making DIY, especially… read more
Pablo and Noelia were a wonderful advantage with the Uanqui family.
Pablo can really pack a punch. Moving the heavy wheelbarrow for some days was definitely no child's play. Thank you very much! And yet Pablo never lost his smile.
Noelia, who seems so delicate, had much more power and perseverance than imaginable. Our flower… read more
1. Host: Jochen is an exceptional person, the kind of person you would always want by your side. He has a brilliant mind and can communicate in several languages effortlessly. He has deep knowledge in many areas of… read more
So this is for Maura:
If you like the sun, there she is. Just be around.
Enjoy her soothing calm energy. Her undivided attention to assigned or chosen tasks. Her awareness of what is necessary. Her… read more
This was fantastic. We cooked interchangeably and had everyday a good meal with different cultural influences. Jochens deserts… read more
El alojamiento es genial y la comida que… read more
