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Hear the call from Central America!
Nestled in the mountains of central Honduras is Minas de Oro, a municipality of just over 5000 people that has been home to my family since the mid 1800’s. At 1000 meters above sea level, it is a quaint, peaceful village economically driven by small coffee farms.
I am Miguel, a retired educator and world traveler. I am currently fulfilling a life-long dream of remodeling my family’s 90 year-old house and creating a space for artists, artisans, educators, and optimistic souls from around the world. Most of the construction and remodeling has been completed, leaving opportunities for mural painting, furniture building, limestone carving, and other creative maintenance work. The land is also being transformed into a mini food-forest and, more significantly, to a flower garden that will attract birds, bees, butterflies, bats, and beings of all kinds.
I invite you to spend some time imagining and creating tangible art, helping with plant care, building walking trails, weeding, improving fences, planting flower beds, constructing wooden bridges and trellises, and assisting in a variety of other garden features. The goal is to bring in more plants, insects, birds, and people to a diversified continent of the senses. Chickens likewise run through the property in fenced-in spaces, allowing them to enjoy what the land offers in a managed rotational approach where new plants can thrive.
As for me: I enjoy listening to travel stories, getting a taste of your musical playlists, hiking, reading, eating, and exploring how to complement the grounds with artistic expression. I strongly support healthy people in healthy communities. A smoke-free, drug-free, and responsible use of alcohol environment is promoted, and maintained at all times.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Elderly Companionship
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
House and pet sitting
Interests
Culture
Sustainability
Photography
Gardening
Music
Art & design
Nature
Camping
Mountain
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Language immersion, art imaginarium and incubator, rural life, appreciation of stillness, story-telling, love of nature
Help
The garden is always ready for planting, pruning, and weeding. Around the house, there are many DIY opportunities for creating, repairing, and enhancing. I have ensured that a variety of tools (analog and electrical) are available for you to accomplish tasks, desires, and dreams. Art supplies are also available and abundant for the creative souls. Most activities happen in the early hours each day as I rise and set with the chicken's schedule. Activities are not structured, meaning there will not be a task list or set routine. Activities are instead determined each day, allowing for creative opportunities and spontaneity.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: 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
There is a private bedroom with a shared bathroom for your stay. Internet is available most of the time, except when there is a power outage. The Internet is sufficient for communication and some entertainment; however, please be aware, constant video streaming will use-up the monthly allocation for all. You will have free access to a well-equipped kitchen and locally available food items to prepare your meals. Hopefully you enjoy cooking and can share your expertise! I will be happy to stock food items for your creativity to flourish and to supply our coffee–it is magical.
What else ...
We are surrounded by nature off the beaten path, and life in the village is very, very quiet. Please be aware that this opportunity is for people who like experiences in remote places–my house is in the middle of rolling mountains and surrounded by coffeefarms.
It is expected that you are self-driven, able to work independently, and have an eye for what can be done next. A guitar and a violin are available for the musically inclined. Yoga mats and wonderful spaces to practice are available. A soccer field is just a 15 minute walk away; there are pick-up games every afternoon. Local outings are often organized to visit neighbors around their coffee farms (at 1600 meters altitude), where we will search for new plants and learn about their planting practices.
The most accessible large urban area is Tegucigalpa, 120 kms away. There are about three daily bus departures to and arrivals from Tegucigalpa. Cost is about 150 Lempiras ( ~6 USD) and takes about 4 hours transit time. I travel to Tegucigalpa about once per month to buy supplies and some food items not available in town. You are welcome to travel along. The new international airport (XPL) in Comayagua is 80 Km away. Two daily buses (cost @ 200 Lempiras ~8 USD ) are available and the ride is through pristine mountain scenery. Please note: Banking and ATM services are not available in Minas de Oro.
As an adolescent, many years ago, I was an exchange student to the United States of America and so, I do appreciate the life-energizing experiences Workaway may provide for you, and for me as your host. ¡Bienvenidos!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
Families of three or four members are welcomed.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
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They are a joy to chat with, filled with wonderful travel stories and life lessons, and fully committed to social initiatives in favor of migrants and disadvantaged populations.
During their short visit, they helped caring for the chickens, walked the dogs, and assisted in the creation of a large mosaic… read more
Aquí has compartido tu creatividad, tu buena cocina, tu vitalidad, tu curiosidad, tu Joie de vivre, tu amistad, tu optimismo, tu humanismo.
Que tus caminos te sigan llenando de asombro, aquí los nuestros quedan llenos de gratitud y de esperanza.
Miguel is a poet and storyteller, though he would blush at my calling him that. A lover of nature, patron of the arts, academic scholar, and profoundly deep thinker - Miguel welcomed me into his grandparents' home with utter kindness and generosity. There, amongst his flowers… read more
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They are a joy to chat with, filled with wonderful travel stories and life lessons, and fully committed to social initiatives in favor of migrants and disadvantaged populations.
During their short visit, they helped caring for the chickens, walked the dogs, and assisted in the creation of a large mosaic… read more
Aquí has compartido tu creatividad, tu buena cocina, tu vitalidad, tu curiosidad, tu Joie de vivre, tu amistad, tu optimismo, tu humanismo.
Que tus caminos te sigan llenando de asombro, aquí los nuestros quedan llenos de gratitud y de esperanza.
Miguel is a poet and storyteller, though he would blush at my calling him that. A lover of nature, patron of the arts, academic scholar, and profoundly deep thinker - Miguel welcomed me into his grandparents' home with utter kindness and generosity. There, amongst his flowers… read more
We have had an amazing three weeks meeting Miguel, Oro and Plata, learning about the history of Central America and Honduras, eating delicious food and having wonderful engaging conversations about everything! Miguel’s… read more
Well what can we say… one of the best experiences we could have asked for (particularly for our first workaway). Miguel you are wise, patient, interesting and own lots of fun DIY tools to play around with. Creativity is encouraged… read more
we spent two weeks in Minas de Oro with Miguel and enjoyed every single moment there
The place is awesome, you have your own room and a veranda with a fantastic mural.
Miguel is welcoming, he loves to share stories, knows a lot about Honduras, he’s passionate about flowers and he’s got two cute dogs, Oro and Plata.
The… read more
Belle rencontre de cet homme et de ses chiens.
Nous repartons avec pleins de bons souvenirs d oiseaux, de papillons et bien sûr de rochers !
I had a really nice stay in Minas de Oro, the house is beautiful with so many different kind of flowers and butterflies.
Miguel is that person that is rare to find in the world and is hidden in another… read more
Not only is Miguel’s corner of Honduras incredibly vibrant with rich culture, fascinating people and gorgeous wildlife, but Miguel went the extra mile to make us feel… read more
Miguel has a beautiful home and garden. We enjoyed our time working in the garden, our long and fascinating conversations with Miguel and our long walks in and around Minas de Oro.
We really… read more
It was an outstanding stay. Miguel provides you with the feeling of being at home through his "mi casa tu casa" approach. The house and its surroundings provide so many opportunities to chill, and you will always find something to help Miguel with improving the… read more
Thank you Miguel for this beautiful time, getting to know Minas de Oro and a lot about nature, permaculture and life in between the mountains of Honduras!
