Join us for the olive harvest in Arcidosso, Tuscany, Italy

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  Description

  Welcome to our cozy organic farm! I'm Vittorio (36) and i run the agricultural part of the farm. I used to live in England, Australia, New Zealand and France and i used to be a workawayer. I had amazing experiences and met awesome people from all over the world, now is time to give back ;). Right now i'm looking for 2/3 helpers to join the olive harvest, from the beginning/middle of October for about 2 weeks.
  Enjoy great food, nature, and a warm family exchange. We are a bit isolated (2.5km of gravel road), close to Monte Amiata (45 min), Arcidosso (30 min) and Cinigiano and Monticello Amiata (15 min) Come join us!

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Help with Eco Projects

  Light gardening

  Creative DIY projects

  Farmstay help
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  Interests

  

  Videography

  

  Sustainability

  

  Movies & TV

  

  Farming

  

  Charity work

  

  Photography

  

  Plant care

  

  Music

  

  Languages

  

  Gardening

  

  Cooking & food

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Books

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Hiking

  

  Mountain

  

  Nature

  

  Fitness

  

  Camping

  

  Adventure sports
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  What's this?
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Family run farm, we are originally from Milan. Background in adv production and farming. We all traveled a lot and i used to live in England, Australia, New Zealand and France.
  
  We share lunch and dinner together around the table to talk and share stories.
  We invite Workawayers to join our local outings, weekend trips, and community events (like sagra ;))
  You will learn hands-on operational methods and daily management practices for our project.
  
  
  We look forward to hearing about your home country, background, and unique life viewpoint.
  
  
  
  Happy to help learning italian :)

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  Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

  This host offers accommodation and payment.

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  Help

  Right now we are looking for people to join the olive oil harvest from the beginning of october for about 2 weeks, but i might need help throughout the year. We've got 400 trees and the job can be physically challenging (no work if it rains). Usually i'd need help for 5 hours a day for 5 days a week, but i'm open to discuss other arrangements.
  
  As a Workaway host, I offer the local minimum wage for any hours worked.

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent
  Italian: Fluent
  French: Intermediate
  Spanish: Beginner

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  Accommodation

  Big stone house with 2 separate apartments on 2 floors. You'll have a private room on the top floor apartment (plenty of space outside for van/tents). We eat almost everything but open to adjust based on your allergies/diets.

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  What else ...

  The house is a bit isolated (2.5km of gravel road), better have your own car/van but we can discuss in case you need a lift.
  
  In your free time, you can truly experience the slow-paced, authentic lifestyle of southern Tuscany. Whether you are a nature enthusiast, a history buff, or someone looking for spiritual relaxation, the area offers plenty of activities to recharge your mind and body.
  
  Outdoor Adventures: You can hike or bike along the extensive trails of Mount Amiata. Explore the lush chestnut and beech woods, or visit the nearby Monte Amiata Wildlife Park (Parco Faunistico) to see native wildlife like deer and wolves.
  
  Relaxation & Wellness: Unwind at the local Parco Piscine Capenti or take a day trip to the world-famous thermal hot springs nearby, such as Bagni San Filippo or Saturnia.
  
  Cultural & Food Festivals: If you visit during October, you can experience the famous La Castagna in Festa (Chestnut Festival), featuring open wine cellars, traditional Tuscan cooking, and lively local markets.
  
  The Merigar Tibetan Center: Located just outside the town center, Merigar West is a major international Dzogchen Buddhist community featuring a stunning traditional temple surrounded by nature.

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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

  Digital nomads are welcome. Wi-fi is included and free

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  Space for parking camper vans

  Workawayers travelling in campervans are very welcome! plenty of space available with sunset view and amazing view of the stars.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  All pets are welcome, the house is surrounded by a boar-proof stone fence.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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