Help out at our food forest in Matebeleng Village, Kgatleng, Botswana

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  Beschreibung

  We have a small plot in Matebeleng village in Botswana. It is situated 30km from the capital, Gaborone. We have over 50 indigenous fruit trees, plus many exotic fruit trees too - a miniature jungle - which needs some daily maintenance, plus we have quite a few rescued resident animals that need some love and attention: 12 cats, 5 dogs, chickens and fish.
  
  There are a few other wild creatures that live here, such as mongeese, monitor lizards, terrapins, and other small mammals, plus a few snakes, scorpions, frogs and spiders. We love our insects and try not to use any pesticides, and guests would have to be comfortable with that sort of 'jungly' environment.
  
  It is very easy to access public transport from our plot, as we are a couple of hundred metres from the main T junction into the village where combis pass daily. We will pick you up from Gaborone, and some days we travel to the city where you'd be welcome to catch a lift with us.
  
  Volunteers are only expected to work four-five hour days, with the weekends free to adventure about. Basic food supplies are available. It would only be suitable for vegan, vegetarian or pescatarians.
  
  Weather can be very extreme here, in Summer it is blazing, sometimes up to and over 40 degrees, whereas in Winter it can be freezing. The best time to visit in our opinion is April May, but every month is different.
  
  We are very nature-oriented - living in our wilderness means treating all creatures kindly, including the plants. As the conditions are quite rustic this would only suit those able to entertain themselves, and those not scared of a few wild animals.

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  Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten

  Hilfe bei Ökoprojekten

  Gartenarbeiten

  Heimwerker- und Bauarbeiten

  Betreuung von Tieren

  Hausarbeiten

  Handwerkliche Arbeiten
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  UNO-Ziele für nachhaltige Entwicklung, die dieser Gastgeber verfolgt

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  Was ist das?
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  Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten

  The village is located in the Kgatleng district, there is plenty to see and learn from local villagers. Volunteers can also learn about the amazing Indigenous food plants and medicinal plants that grow in this area if they are interested.

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  Arbeit

  Watering plants - when it gets very hot we need some extra irrigation done, plus filling up fish ponds
  Feeding and caring for our animals - feeding chickens, cats, dogs and fish and cleaning their areas
  General upgrading of our yard is always happening, so any building, fencing, or other skills are welcome
  Harvesting fruits when in season

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  Sprachen

  Gesprochene Sprachen
  Englisch: Fließend
  Spanisch: Fließend
  Französisch: Fließend
  Setswana: Fließend
  Deutsch: Grundkenntnisse
  Northern Ndebele: Grundkenntnisse
  Portugiesisch: Grundkenntnisse
  Shona: Grundkenntnisse

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  Unterkunft

  Currently in a very rustic room, with a bucket shower and private toilet. Volunteers would need to share, or they can camp nearby if they choose - a tent can be provided. Tents come with a blow-up mattress. Cooking is done in a communal kitchen.

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  Was noch ...

  There are a few spectacular wildlife game reserves nearby - Khutse Game Reserve; Central Kalahari Game Reserve - here you can see Lion, Leopard, occasionally Elephants, lots of different antelope, and incredible scenery, The stars at night are absolutely incredible. A visit to Gaborone the Capital city which is only a half hour drive from the plot. Laze about in hammocks and read books, and swim in our miniature plunge pool.

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  Etwas mehr Information

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    Internet Zugang

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    Eingeschränkter Internet Zugang

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    Wir besitzen Tiere

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    Wir sind Raucher

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    Familien möglich

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  Kann Digital Nomads unterbringen

  There is a decent wifi connection

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  Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal

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