Help in various projects including gardening, landscaping and building in Baixo Alentejo, Portugal

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  Description

  Hey!
  I'm looking for long term helpers, in various types of projects including gardening, landscaping and building.
  At this moment Im focusing on renovating and building some wood houses, including wood treatments for the floor and walls and landscaping, including setting electrixity and internet cables on the ground. Also organizing/cleaning/decorating the place and the caravans.
  Im going to start a winter garden in a month or two, so i need to prepare the garden as well.
  I highly prefer helpers that are looking for long term stays, to create meaningful connections and projects together and create a kind of community like atmosphere.
  I offer a dome and a van for sleeping in the moment, of course you can bring your own van or tent if you prefer.
  There is a big communal kitchen and living area, internet connection and lots of nature and privacy.
  The kitchen is vegan/vegetarian.
  
  
  My vision is to embrace nature and create a space for healing and joy.
  A space that embraces creativity, imagination, and wonder.
  Food forest, swimming pond, medicinal herbs garden, treatments, and workshop spaces are part of my plan.
  In the future, I would like to host workshops, events, and guests here.
  
  
  
  My name is Lee, I came 5 years ago to Portugal.
  I like to explore and learn about a lot of things; herbalism, mysticism, shamanism, cultures (especially ancient and tribal), gardening and landscaping, building and DIY, crystals and minerals, and more! :)
  I've learned graphic design for a few years but I like more traditional art like painting, carving, and sculpturing. I also practice aromatherapy and herbalism.
  I like to play music and jam together :)

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Farmstay help

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Learn, share and help to create our vision while enjoying amazing landscapes and good vibes :)
  
  Learn and practice: permaculture and organic gardening, building with wood and natural materials, landscaping design, craft and art, aromatherapy and medicinal herbs, cooking fresh and vegan food, and more.

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  Help

  I'm looking for independent, responsible, and creative helpers who are not afraid to get their hands dirty :)
  
  
  
  Type of tasks:
  
  General:
  Driving, cleaning, organizing, cooking, washing, treating wood and other materials, helping with general projects.
  
  Landscaping:
  Collecting natural materials from the area (wood, stones, straw), clearing paths and areas, level the ground, dig the soil and cover areas, fencing, building and fixing (with natural materials and wood), collecting and digging manure, use hand tools and power tools, dig steps or terraces, lifting and bringing materials where needed, building furniture and garden constructions.
  
  Gardening:
  Sowing, transplanting and planting, fertilize and work the soil, weeding, mulching, maintain the garden area, pruning, build trellises and covers, carry soil and compost, harvest, planting.
  
  
  Monday - Friday
  9:00 - 12:00 and 14:00 - 16:00 (winter).
  10:00 - 13:00 and 15:00 - 17:00 (summer)

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Hebrew: Fluent
  Spanish: Intermediate
  Portuguese: Beginner

  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.
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  Accommodation

  Sleeping options:
  In a geodesic dome house with isolation and electricity (for 2).
  In your own tent, van, or mobile home.
  
  Kitchen:
  The kitchen is a big geodesic dome with a dining area, living room with sitting areas, wifi, washer and dryer, and fully equipped kitchen. Basic vegan*️️️️ food is included.
  *️️️️The kitchen and farm are vegan only, which means we eat no meat, fish, dairy or eggs and we don't bring inside the farm any of that.
  
  Toilets:
  Outdoor with rooftop composting toilets.
  
  Shower:
  Outdoor shower with hot water.

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  What else ...

  The nearest cities are Odemira and Ourique.
  You can get to us by train from Lisbon or faro.
  Our nearest train stations are Amoreiras and Funcheira.
  
  Our place is close to the sea and Santa Clara lake (about 35km).
  There's a lot of alternative communities, markets, events, and retreats in this area.
  The area of our place is famous mostly because of Mooji and Tamera.
  Rota Vicentina is also closed by.
  There are also nice big field with lakes, 5 minutes walk from the place.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  I have space for vans and tents!

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  Can possibly accept pets

  Having another dog here is a problem, cats and other animals are welcome :)

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  Hours expected

  5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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