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The lodge is a starup non-profit organization where I offer a safe place for (mainly) dogs who do not fare well on the streets of Albania (ofcourse other animals in need will be welcomed as well). We are located just outside the city of Berat (10 min drive to the center) on a quiet piece of land surrounded by hills, mountains and farmland.
Currently i am working with loans and grants but will work towards supporting food, medical costs and sterilization programs by running a campsite and convenience store on the premises.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Van life
Sustainability
Self development
Politics / Social justice
Pets
Movies & TV
LGBTQ
Events & social
Farming
Charity work
Plant care
Photography
Music
Languages
Hitchhiking
Gardening
Drawing & painting
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Art & design
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Water sports
Outdoor activities
Nature
Mountain
Hiking
Camping
Adventure sports
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Workawayers will experience authentic Albanian culture by living and working in Berat, a UNESCO World Heritage site. During their stay they will learn about animal care, shelter operations, sustainable tourism, and community outreach as well as connect with locals through partnerships and events, such as spay/neuter programs or educational workshops.
Workawayers are treated as part of the family, with shared meals, group activities, and inclusive decision-making while hands-on roles in animal care, guest interactions, and eco-tourism tasks foster teamwork and collaboration.
Help
The land and property (including a big pool ;)) do need a lot of help. Also i will need a couple extra hands to take care of the animals. Fotographers, communications/marketing (ex-)students and creative souls are very welcome as well!
Languages
Languages spoken
Danish: Fluent
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
German: Intermediate
Albanian: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
I speak English, Dutch, Danish fluently and there are a handfull of languages i can get around with. I am currently learning Albanian and always happy to learn more.
Accommodation
There is a dormroom available with a little kitchen which you are welcome to use. If you are traveling with a tent you can ofcourse pitch it at the site as well. Breakfast will be inclueded and i am happy make an occasional homemade pizzanight using the stone oven that is being built :)
Food will ofcourse be supplied. There will be breakfast items readily available and dinners can be prepared together or on a roster. There is also plenty of fresh fruit and veggies available all day long.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Digital nomads are welcome, however please keep in mind we are just starting out, so wifi might me limited in the start of January.
Space for parking camper vans
Please keep in mind that the camper places are still in the making, meaning there might not yet be a gray water disposal/electrical output.
Can possibly accept pets
All animals are welcome! However please do keep in mind that there will be recovering and sensitive strays, so please make sure your pet is under full controle.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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