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Enrich your experience and explore the natural beauty of the area in Aguarón, Spain

  • Last activity : 11 Feb 2025

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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  • Description

    Description

    We are organizing a (almost free) course (from 3rd to 9th April 2025) on creating a food forest - ask us for the link!

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    We are delighted to welcome you to our project, near Aguarón, Zaragoza. It is in a very quiet area, close to a forest and vineyards.

    OUR PLACE

    The main goal of this still young project is to offer a space for learning ecological values ​​and self-transformation (getting rid of consumerist and individualistic culture) in a natural environment without many distractions. So far we have organized many weekend ecological events, hosting activists, social events, informal volunteering, etc. Most of them related to ecology and permaculture. We also work with the “Work that reconnects” methodology. We grow various vegetables and fruit trees and we are always improving our place to make it eco-friendly and more comfortable for guests. Our goal is to adapt to climate change using ecological ideas that match our values. In recent years we have been involved in climate activism.

    YOUR EXPERIENCE

    You will have free time to explore the area, such as hiking in the nearby forest or visiting the local swimming pool (summer only). Our place allows you to experience different seasons: hot summers, cold and windy winters and a rather dry climate. We aim to make the volunteering experience mutually enriching and beneficial. We can also pick you up from Cariñena train station (check Renfe and Jiménez).

    We can share some hiking tips and places to visit!

    Thank you!

    We support 🇯🇴

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    Estamos organizando un curso (casi gratuito) (del 3 al 9 de abril de 2025) sobre la creación de un bosque de alimentos: ¡pídenos el enlace!

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    Estamos encantados de darle la bienvenida a nuestro proyecto, cerca de Aguarón, Zaragoza. Está en una zona muy tranquila, cerca de un bosque y viñedos.

    NUESTRO LUGAR

    El objetivo principal de este proyecto, aún joven, es ofrecer un espacio de aprendizaje de valores ecológicos y de autotransformación (desprendernos de la cultura consumista e individualista) en un entorno natural sin muchas distracciones. Hasta ahora hemos organizado muchos eventos ecológicos de fin de semana, acogiendo a activistas, actos sociales, voluntariado informal, etc. La mayoría relacionados con la ecología y la permacultura. También trabajamos con la metodología «Trabajo que reconecta». Cultivamos diversas verduras y árboles frutales y siempre estamos mejorando nuestro lugar para que sea ecológico y más cómodo para los huéspedes. Nuestro objetivo es adaptarnos al cambio climático utilizando ideas ecológicas que coincidan con nuestros valores. En los últimos años nos hemos implicado en el activismo climático.

    TU EXPERIENCIA

    Tendrás tiempo libre para explorar la zona, como hacer senderismo por el bosque cercano o visitar la piscina local (sólo en verano). Nuestro lugar te permite experimentar diferentes estaciones: veranos calurosos, inviernos fríos y ventosos y un clima más bien seco. Pretendemos que la experiencia de voluntariado sea mutuamente enriquecedora y beneficiosa. También podemos recogerte en la estación de tren de Cariñena (consulta Renfe y Jiménez).

    ¡Podemos compartir algunos consejos de senderismo y lugares para visitar!

    ¡Gracias!

    Apoyamos 🇯🇴

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Self development
    Vegetarian or vegan
    Politics / Social justice
    Events & social
    Culture
    Farming
    Writing
    Languages
    Gardening
    Books
    Astronomy
    Architecture
    Dancing
    Mountain
    Outdoor activities
    Yoga / Wellness
    Nature
    Hiking
    Cycling
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    You will have the opportunity to join us in our interests of activism and personal growth. By participating in our cultural exchange, you will gain first-hand experience in climate activism, learning about the challenges our planet faces and the solutions we can offer.

    Carlos has experience with The Work that Reconnects, a methodology developed by Joanna Macy, which combines deep ecology, systems theory, and spiritual practices to inspire and empower individuals to act on behalf of the Earth.

    Becky is into regenerative agriculture and general gardening, and she is happy to share her knowledge and learn together. She is good at sharing salsa moves too!

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

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

  • Help

    Help

    TASKS
    We need general help. There are lots of possibilities to help: pruning, clearing, cooking, cleaning, organising toolshed, make an inventory, researching relevant knowledge etc.

    We are also open to suggestions. We can find some tasks according to your interests and skills. 4/5 hours a day expected in the mornings.

    We are committed that you have a good experience. We have been hosting people in my life lots of times and are looking forward to hosting you in our new place.

    You won't be asked to help with paying retreat guests.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Fluent
    French: Fluent
    German: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Your own room (maybe shared with another volunteer) with a bed. If more volunteers are here at the same time, you may need to use a dorm bed shared by several.

    For winter: please note that it's cold and you'd stay in a house heated with a wood-burning stove that you need to manage yourself.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    In your free time, there are a variety of activities you can engage in to further enrich your experience. Our location offers access to some hiking trails where you can enjoy the natural beauty of the area. For those interested in history and culture, there are several museums and historical sites nearby that provide insight into the local heritage.

    In autumn, you may be interested in picking mushrooms, especially "rebollones".

    Public transportation is readily available in Cariñena (10-min drive/30 biking), making it a good point to explore the surrounding areas. Buses and trains run regularly, and bike are also an option for those who prefer a more active mode of transport. There's a simple spare bike you can use.

    Food will be be covered by us during your stay. Help with cooking and dishes is expected and appreciated (e.g. cooking and doing the dishes once a day).

    We expect you to have a health/travel insurance taken care by yourself.

    We look forward to welcoming you and making your stay as enjoyable and rewarding as possible.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Pretty much any.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

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