Learn about traditional building methods in a desert village near Jaisalmer, India

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  Description

  just started a new project 30 kms from the city in the desert. This comprises of 3 huts at the moment, a further 3 in the future, and a kitchen. Also there would be opportunities to work with the family who still work the land with traditional farming practices. This is a good opportunity for people to experience the life and culture of this desert region. We will provide accomodation,

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Farmstay help

  Help with Eco Projects

  Help around the house

  Art Projects

  Teaching
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Travellers could learn about traditional building methods in the desert and benefit by working, cooking and exchanging ideas with local people.

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  Help

  We would like help with our recently started vegatable garden. We would also need general help on the land and some small building projects. There would be opportunities to work with the family who still work the land with traditional farming practices.

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent
  Hindi: Fluent

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  Accommodation

  Staying in traditional huts, helping to cook local food over an open fire
  If there is couple then we pass to them hurt is more then two then they have to share
  
  All meals, hot drinks and water will be provided. This will be a chance to learn traditional cooking on a wood stove.

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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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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  Hours expected

  Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week