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Help to restore old wooden doors in my 19th century house in Lanzarote, Spain

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  • Description

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    ***Only 1 week stay***.

    My name is Mat, I am a plant lover and I teach gardening and nursery. I am also involved in social actions for rewilding urban areas of the island with the local community. I also like culture, art, science, nature, swimming, hiking and meeting new people to learn from their culture and mindset.

    My great great grandparents started working in this lava field in the late 1800s. My family lived and worked in this place until it was abandoned in my parents generation. Now I would like to preserve this place and I need your help to restore 3 wooden doors. I also need help to create other DIY elements with wood, and short stone walls in the garden.

    There will be only one or two volunteer during the stay, you and your friend/partner.

    Period of the volunteering: 7 days.

    How many hours do I need your help? 18 hours in one week to do in one of these 2 ways:
    - 6 days - 3 h/day from 16.00 to 19.00.
    - 4 days - Thursday and Friday (16.00 to 19.00), Saturday and Sunday, 6 h/day.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    DIY and building projects
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    LGBTQ
    Culture
    Vegetarian or vegan
    Sustainability
    Plant care
    Gardening
    Nature
    Hiking
    Beach
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    You will learn how islanders adapted to live on a lava field and lived in a very hostile but beautiful place. I am the fifth generation of my family trying to adapt to this volcanic land. You will learn about the local plants.

  • Help

    Help

    I need a person who is experienced working with wood and who knows how to restore old wooden doors.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Fluent
    Italian: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    One private room with 2 single beds next to each other, a table, a chair, shelves and a place for hanging clothes.

    You can use the shared kitchenette, bathroom and garden.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    The place is located in a small village on a lava field. It is next to 'La Geria´ - the main vineyard area of the island and where there are many wineries. The nearest town with all the services is 3 km away, San Bartolomé.

    The public transport is not very frecuent in the village but you can take the bus sometimes. You can also do hitch-hiking or walk if you prefer. If you rent a car is perfect because you are close to all the places since we are in the center of the island, and 15 minutes by car from the airport.

    You can do many things on the island, I will advise you depending on your interests. You can go to the beach, practice water sports, hiking, etc.

  • 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

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a room with a bed, desk, and chair, featuring a window and a doorway, likely a bedroom or office space, with a neutral color scheme and simple design.
The image depicts a small bedroom with a bed, a clothes rack, and a white wall, featuring a black-and-white patterned comforter and a pink pillow.
The image depicts a compact bathroom with a white toilet, sink, and shower, featuring a cactus on the shelf and a shower curtain on the left side of the room.
The image depicts a kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a metal shelving unit, and a metal table with dishes and cooking equipment, set against a white wall and window.
The image features an old, weathered green wooden door with a rusty lock, set against a stone wall and a blue sky with clouds in the background.
The image depicts a rustic stone wall with a wooden door, illuminated by a light source, set against a dark background, evoking a sense of mystery and intrigue.
A man and woman are crouched down, working on a rock in a garden with succulents and other greenery, wearing gloves and casual clothing.
A person wearing a straw hat and gloves is digging into a hole in the ground, surrounded by rocks and dirt, in a sunny outdoor setting.
A person is planting a small tree or shrub in the ground, with a shovel and dirt visible, surrounded by other plants and trees. The scene is set outdoors.
The image depicts a rugged landscape with a prominent rock formation, featuring a cluster of small rocks and a flat surface, set against a backdrop of a vast, open area.
Two people are working together to cut a cactus plant with pruning shears, surrounded by rocks and other plants in a garden or yard.
The image depicts two individuals working in a dusty area, with one person holding a long white pole and the other bent over, possibly digging or excavating.
The image depicts a circular arrangement of dark gray volcanic rocks, with small green plants growing among them, set against a light gray background.
The image features a cactus with vibrant yellow flowers in front of a weathered stone building with a green door, bathed in warm sunlight.

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