Help me with projects on my small farm in the woods of Valchiusella, Italy

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  Description

  Hi everyone😄 I'm Stefano (35) I live in a farmhouse immersed in the woods at 750 m above sea level. in the company of two dogs and a few cats in northern Piedmont (Valchiusella) not far from the small village (15 min walk). I am a farmer and i love to cook, for some years I have been involved in agriculture based on organic and permaculture principles, my life plan is based on pursuing self-sufficiency,my heating source is the wood we produce in the forest and in the summer I mainly deal with the production of different varieties of vegetables which will be partly preserved and consumed during the winter. I have approximately 2 hectares of land; a cultivated part and the remaining wooded. I try to carry on a simple and healthy lifestyle in close contact with nature, trying to enhance the exchange with people and trying to be increasingly independent from an economic and social system in which I don't recognize myself, trying to live an active life and aware. Valchiusella is full of initiatives and magical places to draw inspiration from. I will be happy to share these territories with you; immersing ourselves in the woods and bathing in the Chiusella river. I'm looking for people who are available and open in communication and with a desire to learn. Versatile and creative people with practical skills are welcome. My English is basic but I'm sure we can understand each other. To get there you have to reach the city of Ivrea (which is 30 minutes from our house) and then take a bus to the village closest to the house. (no bus on Sundays). We can arrange to come and pick you up at the station in Ivrea if needed. I'm sorry but there are 2 dogs and several cats and i cannot accept other animals

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Charity Work

  Art Projects

  Language practice

  Help with Eco Projects

  Teaching

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Farmstay help

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Sustainable and natural agriculture Permaculture principles and operations.
  Sustainable living practices
  Healthy and typical Piedmontese cuisine using products from the garden.
  Food preservation methods
  Local nature and wildlife
  Knowledge of mushrooms and wild herbs.

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  Help

  Maintenance and cleaning of common areas.
  Help in the garden and transformation and preservation of food (jams, vegetable and tomato preserves, courgettes in oil, etc.).
  Fencing construction.
  Cutting and transporting wood.
  Creation and decoration of new outdoor spaces.
  Care of pets and chickens.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  Italian: Fluent
  Spanish: Intermediate
  English: Beginner

  This host offers a language exchange
  Learning fluent English is one of my goals!!
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  Accommodation

  You will have a small but cozy room with everything you need
  It is advisable to bring clothes for all weather conditions: work clothes, waterproof jacket, work and trekking shoes ,

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  What else ...

  The request for commitment is 4/5 hours a day and two days off a week.
  In your spare time, the Valchiusella offers excursions,the River or just stay relaxed

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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

  I m happy to host but it is essential to have a good internet connection on your mobile phone

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  Hours expected

  Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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