Meet our local community and learn about island life with us in Achao, Chile

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  Beschreibung

  Volunteer Opportunity in Quinchao Island/ Chiloe Archipel
  
  Gardening/Building (January Only)
  
  Good morning dear friends from all over the world!
  
  I’m glad to introduce you to my small family in southern Chile:)
  My parents, who I’m currently visiting for about 4 months, are mega interested to have some people come over as volunteers to help them achieve their small summer happiness. Both mom and dad are a bit sick and have grown old, that’s why they don’t have as much energy and support as expected. I myself have come to give them a bit of an energy boost to help them experience the joy of a hosting project and short term stay for friendly volunteers who would like to make a garden dream true and same time have the time of their island lives to explore Chiloé, Patagonia and the rest of the country as well.
  We’re surrounded by nature, traditions and calming ocean views. Now, for the sake of our project and your journey through Chile, we will be launching a first time project of one month only; it being January.
  Is it cool? Yes it is, since is one of the prettiest months for you to enjoy the sunshine in this side of the country🤍
  So for that, we’re looking for 4 willing volunteers to join us in a community-style project. We want to make it simple and keep it organised for everyone to feel okay with it. No hidden details or weird expectations, just our dream to have someone to help us and have good times with, and the tranquility to know that you can call this place your home and feel welcome, even if temporary.

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  Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten

  Gartenarbeiten

  Heimwerker- und Bauarbeiten

  Handwerkliche Arbeiten
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  Interessengebiete

  

  Schreiben

  

  Gärtnern

  

  Fotografie

  

  Sprachen

  

  Heimwerken & DIY

  

  Kochen & Backen

  

  Tischlerarbeiten

  

  Bücher

  

  Wassersport

  

  Segeln / Boote

  

  Outdoor-Aktivitäten

  

  Natur

  

  Gebirge

  

  Wandern

  

  Camping

  

  Strand

  

  Erlebnissportarten
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  Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten

  Volunteering with us is also a nice opportunity for cultural exchange. By staying on our island, you’ll be able to meet not only the local community—neighbors, fishermen, and families who live in a traditional way—but also other travelers, campers, hikers, and backpackers from all over the world, since January is high season in southern Chile. On weekends, if you explore nearby islands or visit the cities on the mainland, you’ll encounter many tourists and adventurers who come here to enjoy the landscapes and culture. And of course, by joining our small volunteering team of four, you’ll likely be sharing the cabin with people from other countries, creating a unique mix of experiences, languages, and friendships:)

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  Projekte mit Kindern

  Dieses Projekt schließt möglicherweise den Umgang mit Kindern ein. Mehr Informationen findest du in unseren Verhaltensregeln und Tipps hier.

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  Arbeit

  Manos a la flor, manos a la obra ⛏️🌸
  Landscaping and gardening:
  Do you want to move your body and help some plants to finally bloom into life? Well, that’s great! We want your help and care:)
  As volunteer, you are more than welcome to help us planting flowers, maintaining and cleaning the green areas of the garden, and help us create a better summer-ready family garden.
  Mama Lili also believes is a great plus if you bring your favourite flower seeds to leave your personal signature in this lovely land 🌸🤍
  
  Flowers and veggies are not ur Roman Empire?
  Well then, we may need your skills in construction, as we’re looking forward to tear down the old laundry room and renovate it from scratch. It’s pretty simple to say, but papa hasn’t been able to build at a proper pace for the last 2 years, so if you’ld like to come help him, you’re more than welcome:) we might clean some walls behind the tools’ house as well, but since is a four people project plus three islanders, it will be possible🌅
  
  We also welcome any of your extra skills, as long as you’re able to rest properly to help in the main tasks🌏
  
  We don’t require professional experts, just motivated people who enjoy working with their hands and sharing their skills.
  
  What can we offer a friendly volunteer like you?
  
  We have a small cozy cabin nearby my parent’s house. You’ll be living there with the volunteers. Papa will brag about his cooking skills once in a while, for he knows how good it is to have a nice meal before and after a hard day. You’ll be given breakfast every morning, and also lunch+dinner (details as to wether you’re responsible for cooking your other 2 meals or have no problems accepting what we’ve prepared for you are to be discussed in detail once we start organising our project and plan)
  We do offer vegan meals as well, and do not discriminate people who eat meat.
  We offer you peace and tranquility: most of the volunteering programs offer proximity, friendly vibes and good memories, that are sometimes hard to achieve in the middle of a life transition. Every volunteer has a different story, and we understand that’s overwhelming to adapt and so overrated to have the fun at the speediest way possible, while managing to work in the field and try to be welcoming to strangers.
  We do not want you to feel forced to interact with us, but rather be truly free to rest and have your own space to do so. Mama and papa are always there to have a mate or a teacup and find extra excuses to eat biscuits and homemade carrot cake, so you’re always welcome to join 🤍
  
  Well, is there any extra perks at all?
  Heii yes, you can join us for sailing with small “Dafne” or with kayaks. When home, I love to go for a rowing trip and pick wild fruits and herbs around the island. We can find very nice things around 😊
  We can help you out with your Spanish, and if you have nothing but an hola, we can also teach you some basics and make it easy for you to survive here 😆
  You can also use the laundry (so please help us to rebuild the place where they were set:)
  
  *My parents do not use Internet at home, so we don’t have a wifi connection to offer you, but SIM cards with prepaid data are really affordable (50 GB/6€ for example)
  
  But Bianca, why should I go to your island?
  Panorama, memories, tradition, music, culture, gastronomy, warmth, friendships, fotos, songs, gardens, feelings. You can have them here without putting your life in danger or having to worry over January or your destiny for a while. Just come, plant some flowers, get your backpack, go explore all the islands and towns and mountains you can, and go swim🌸
  
  Explore, explore and explore. We have plenty of famous national parks in this region and in Patagonia.
  
  Chile is a place for you to feel forever home and never isolated. We might be islanders, but we don’t want you to feel like you’re stuck in a paradox.
  
  Volunteering is an open door to know yourself and care for your values as you help others to care for theirs.
  
  Enjoy a slower pace of life, ideal for reconnecting with yourself and nature: if you’re still figuring some things out in your life, this might be the best place to have your own way to the peace and clarity you want. Friends who are travelling together are always welcome😊
  
  Por favor? Hola? Yes?
  
  First of all, you can join us regardless of your background, culture, religion and race.
  My parents only speak a little English, but since I will stay right now and here with them, I can support communication in Spanish, Portuguese, German, and English (I work as a translator and interpreter). This way you will feel comfortable and supported in your stay.
  
  *working hours are still being discussed, as we would like to have a good balance with the future team* we will make sure you can use fri/sat/sun to explore and rest:)

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  Sprachen

  Gesprochene Sprachen
  Englisch: Fließend
  Spanisch: Fließend
  Portugiesisch: Fließend
  Deutsch: Gute Kenntnisse

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  Bitte wende dich direkt an ihn, um weitere Auskünfte zu erhalten.
  
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  Unterkunft

  You’ll stay in a cozy cabin next to my parents house, that’s why this project is perfect for backpackers and friends who are willing to stay together. We have two rooms with two beds each (second room has an extra emergency bed, in case you come with a random friend)

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  Was noch ...

  If you have interest in this project, and would like to share about yourself and your skills, or if you have questions about the project, feel free to contact us. We are here to make it happen🌅

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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

  Dieser Gastgeber nimmt gern Digital Nomads bei sich auf.

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  Platz zum Abstellen von Camper Vans

  Dieser Gastgeber bietet Platz für Wohnmobile.

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  Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal

  mehr als zwei

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  Meine Tiere/Haustiere

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