Cultural exchange in Boufekrane, Morocco

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  Description

  My love for humanity, animals, nature, travel, and dream of living on a farm got me since February 2024 landing on a fixer-upper Farm in Morocco. Having Pipi Longstocking as my childhood hero had something to do with it too... I landed in "Villa Villekulla" in Morocco solo female :)

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Charity Work

  Art Projects

  Help with Eco Projects

  Teaching

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Farmstay help

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet

  House sitting
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  Interests

  

  Vegetarian or vegan

  

  Sustainability

  

  Self development

  

  Politics / Social justice

  

  Movies & TV

  

  Pets

  

  Farming

  

  Events & social

  

  Culture

  

  Charity work

  

  Writing

  

  Plant care

  

  Photography

  

  History

  

  Gardening

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Carpentry

  

  Books

  

  Animals

  

  Beach

  

  Team sports

  

  Sailing / Boating

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Nature

  

  Mountain

  

  Hiking

  

  Cycling

  

  Camping
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  I want this to be a cultural exchange.
  At times we can visit friends in another village, share a meal with the community, go to a Hammam, play board games, visit the traditional farmers market, and organize day/weekend trips to dive into Moroccan history … I’m open to ideas and wishes and if I can make them happen why not…

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  I'm new to this ...
  
  Farm life is for early birds or individuals who want to become one.
  
  Carpenter lovers; The Farm is a fixer-upper, the house is standing and strong condition (I have painted the inside), but it needs some renovation as it got hit by an earthquake, and has cracks on the wall. The kitchen needs to go back to its original location.the bathroom need to be plastered, tiled, shower installation and a sink. You’re a gem if you’ve worked in construction.
  
  
  Soil lovers; The trees need TLC, Seasonal harvest and pruning, cultivation, and clearing land from debris rocks, sticks and branches. Planting plants, and herbs that are of benefit for humans, animals, and soil... Need help with composting.
  
  Art lovers; I have an idea ... The influence of Islamic/ Moors/ Turkish / Spanish/ Moroccan, art and design is desired... Hoping to create a simple yet sophisticated place for all to enjoy. What are your art skills?
  
  Animal lovers; Give our four legs friends TLC. There are 6 cats, chickens, turkeys, and a dog ( experienced dog trainers wanted, 🐶 ). I would love the family to grow to 2 goats, a beehive, two extra dogs, and a horse.
  
  Environment lovers: At times I take a bag with me to pick up trash around the land and the road as unfortunately the "new age" comes with tons of packaging and trash. Eventually, I want it to catch on the villagers to do the same, it's work in process.
  
  Food lovers; The kitchen is all yours if you like to cook and love your spices, you can help design the kitchen for practical use...
  
  House sitting - At times I'll need to travel for about 10 days, hopefully, you're comfortable staying home alone or with other Work Awayers.. Responsibilities during house sitting will be helping with house/garden/pets. Preference goes to animal lovers...
  
  This is a hands-on situation and you can do whatever it is you’re good at. At times there are tasks that need priority or are urgent and need to be worked on. I want my guests to enjoy and love where they at.
  PLEASE, finish projects you start as it is hard to keep unfinished projects around that I know nothing off, this does not count for on going projects.
  
  This is a farm, and farm life is nothing like city life. If this sounds like something you like to be part of, please answer the below questions when you reach out. There are days we work more and there are days we just keep it "easy like Sunday morning".
  I receive emails regularly and like to be efficient in answering your emails.
  
  - Approx arrival date?
  - How long do you plan to stay?
  - Will you arrive by public transportation, car/ camper, or HitchHike?
  - The skills you will bring with you?
  - What project you like to take the lead or assist in?
  - Do you believe that "no job is big or small"?
  - Are you comfortable with a humble stay as I don't have a lot of furniture?
  - Are you comfortable sleeping on a mattress on the floor?
  - Interested in Farmsitting
  - Feel free to ask questions in your email
  
  Thank you for taking the time to answer the above questions.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent

  This host offers a language exchange
  I love language, surprise me … I can teach English and Arabic Alphabet. I’m interested in Spanish Arabic and any other language
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  Accommodation

  Tiny, quite, down to earth village.
  - no stores available.
  - Village taxi available.
  - one bike available for use.
  
  It's a two-bedroom home, and one room with a mattresses is available.Guests have also the option to sleep on the rooftop under the stars, in the barn where I have a sleep Pod Tent, or pitch their tent. Blankets provided...
  
  Fresh food such as vegetables and fruits are bought on a weekly basis.
  We eat meals, sip tea, eat snacks >>together<<.
  
  As a "family"/community, we take turns cooking, doing dishes, etc. Everyone helps cleaning up in/outdoors.
  
  Feel free to bring your own snacks or specific food if you need. At this time I'm not equipped to accommodate strict diets.

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  What else ...

  IMPORTANT:
  This is a drug, drama, tobacco, alcohol, and vlog -free home. NO EXCEPTIONS
  
  Preference goes to WorkAwayers who have verified their ID.
  
  BE RESPECTFUL:
  As this is a private residence, please no pictures to be taken of the residence/ farm / the neighbors and posted on social media feeds.
  
  BE AWARE:
  If weather is important to you, check the weather channel and make sure you're comfortable with it. Homes in Morocco do not have a heating system, be prepared for that.
  
  BE MINDFUL:
  Don't be a burden.
  The farm is run by one person, if you're not planning to emerse your self in the farm life, and don't like animals, this place is not for you. <

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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

  Digital nomads, this far I haven't had issues with my internet, and from the day it was installed it is still on. I have security cameras and no issues have occurred.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  You can park your campervan safely, also when it comes to it please just share with me the size of your vehicle.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  Yes, however, dogs are NOT allowed inside the house, NO EXCEPTION. There is a barn where your pet can stay overnight if you're not comfortable keeping your pet outside.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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