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We are taking volunteers ! Those keen to learn, share, participate in the exciting Permaculture and eco-Tourism projects we have unleashed on the mountains, may now apply.
Everyone is welcome (including Delhi folks). However you should believe in sustainable living. For those applying for the farm should love farm animals (including the roosters who are bound to rudely wake you in the morning). We Play Music ( Musician anyone? ).
One should come for 7 days minimum, and can extend ones stay, after getting ones bearings.
On the Farm we can accommodate a maximum of two people, so preference will be given to those who have some farming experience.
No classroom lectures on farming, but opportunity to learn first hand , how to grow vegetables organically, plant fruit trees and make compost and lots and lots of farming mistakes under the amateur guidance of yours truly.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
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 guests while staying amidst the Permaculture Farm will get to experience first hand how to grow their own food, sustainably. Their boarding and lodging will be taken care of.
Help
The guests should love organic gardening and being around animals if you applying for the farm.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Hindi: Fluent
Accommodation
There is a volunteers wing where we will have a maximum of 2 people at one time sharing a room. If you a couple you get your own room.
What else ...
The guests can trek to the famous Hatu Peak from the farmhouse. A beautiful cedar jungle adjoins us and is good for long walks.
In Shimla one can visit historical spots, trek and be part of the thriving hill community.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have wifi
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Feedback (14)
Everyone was so nice and welcoming, It felt like home being there.
I learnt a lot about permaculture here, Sanjay is passionate about what he does, he is eager to teach others and to spread his knowledge about… read more
Winter and freezing but both of them were as enthusiast as ever for any farm activities. They saved seeds, planted flowers and mulched the fruit trees. The farm will soon bloom with their flowers :)
Things we most enjoyed about the stay:
- We felt genuinely useful. Sanjay expects 5 hours work per day roughly 9am-1pm and 2pm-3pm. The work was never boring and enjoyable such as watering,… read more
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Everyone was so nice and welcoming, It felt like home being there.
I learnt a lot about permaculture here, Sanjay is passionate about what he does, he is eager to teach others and to spread his knowledge about… read more
Winter and freezing but both of them were as enthusiast as ever for any farm activities. They saved seeds, planted flowers and mulched the fruit trees. The farm will soon bloom with their flowers :)
Things we most enjoyed about the stay:
- We felt genuinely useful. Sanjay expects 5 hours work per day roughly 9am-1pm and 2pm-3pm. The work was never boring and enjoyable such as watering,… read more
First of all Sanjay is a very welcoming host, he will take care of you, he's funny and makes sure that you don't work to much. He also plays table tennis and we had a lot of very intense matches. And you'll have the opportunity to watch the stars from his… read more
We would love to have them on the farm again
atmosphere, the people, the food!!! The place is beautiful and there's a lovley crew, Sanjay and his wife Akshita are full of good vibes, funny and peaceful hosts.
The work in the farm is really interesting, we learned a lot about Perma culture and did a variety of different… read more
Enrico is soft spoken , diligent and always on time and the first to finish his tasks. We loved having him as a… read more
The place is in the… read more
The communication before I arrived on the farm was very helpful.
Sanjay and his team welcomed me warmly.
Sanjay and other member are so generous, passionate and even always concerned and attentive to the well-being of the volunteers.
Sanjay "Your Farm Tells a Story -… read more
