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Description
We are situated on Shivalik Ranges of Pauri Garhwal district in the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand, India. We are working from last 10 years to develop a sustainable ecosystem where we provide:
1. Free elementary education to students from remote Himalayan villages.
2. Grow organic produce to help local farmers.
3. Wellness services to everyone using natural/Ayurveda healing practises.
4. Indigenous Badri Cow dairy farm and dairy products.
5. Yoga and Meditation Centre.
6. Himalayan Eco Village living experience with basic infrastructure.
We have 7 locally paid staff with us who help us with agriculture, Dairy Farm, Education and Cooking.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The Travellers will benefits in following key areas:
1) Experience of life in a remote Himalayan Village.
2) Engagement with local community and sharing key life skills.
3) Practicing Yoga and meditation in Himalayas.
4) Learn and Experience village life in Himalayan State of Uttarakhand
5) Engage in Organic and Green House Farming
6) Help develop sustainable village ecosystem
Workawayers will stay within the village with us and will participate in various activities mentioned above on daily basis. Moreover, they will be part of the family.
We expect you to be INICIATIVE move your hands and feet. We don't instruct people to do things and would like to have people here who help us to realize our ideas and thoughts because we have very limited resources.
Help
We seek help from travellers in following key fields:
1. Teaching Elementary School Students (Language, Science, Maths, Life Skills).
2. Work in our organic farms and green houses.
3. Work in our Indigenous Cow Dairy Farm.
4. Work in local community to provide life skills and help educating people with livelihood skills.
5. Help with creative and sustainable ideas to develop the Himalayan village.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentThis 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
We have two type of accommodation available currently:
1) Dormitories (5-6 People)
2) Single room (double occupancy)
3) Indian and Western Toilets
4) Community Kitchen and Dining Space
Volunteers Contribution:
Since we are going to develop a sustainable ecosystem here, if you have special skills which can add values to our initiatives, please share them with us. In order to make it a sustainable initiative, we offer free accommodation but there might be a nominal charges (2$ per day) for the food but we only ask for a max of 15 hours help per week.
The meal charges is optional and there is an option for Workawayers as well to buy and prepare their own food.
What else ...
During the time off, helpers can visit nearby places like Rishikesh (Yoga Capital of the World) and other Himalayan Temples and Tourist Places. Helpers can also choose to trek, Fishing, Camping etc. based on weather conditions and availability of the facilities.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
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Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Minimum 2-3 hours a day, 5 days a week
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It allowed me to fully experience the local culture and meet amazing people. They welcomed me very well and always made me feel like I was at home. If I had time I would have gladly extended my experience there.
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The people were very kind and open, and especially with the kids, we had lots of fun playing football. It all felt very family-like, which was great.
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From the moment of arrival I felt and experienced such warmth and kindness. A true family environment which I felt very much apart off.
There several different options on how to spend your time as a volunteer. From teaching at there family run… read more
