Help creating an educational eco-farm in Ginetes, S. Miguel (Portugal)

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  Description

  We are Mia, Alberta, Maya-Masala, Mel and Kuschelieno - 5 cats - living on a FUTURE educational farm in Ginetes (Sao Miguel, Acores). As we enjoy the view of the sea, we watch an ecological project growing around us. In the middle of the Atlantic Ocean (Região Autónoma dos Açores, Portugal), the caring people who own us, create a natural retreat and you can, just as well, become a part of this.
  
  First of all, thank you very much for each and every enquiry. We are still overwhelmed by the high number of very interesting offers and demands. So please understand, we can't or don't want to answer all requests. Please do also take your time to read all the infos here and try to read between the lines! ;-)
  
  Our owners have already created a syntropic permacultural garden and planted a food forest. The construction of a dry toilet and a solar shower are being planned. With sustainable management and organic farming, we want to demonstrate that security of supply can be guaranteed even on a small surface area if people work together in harmony with nature and with us animals. The development of a revitalizing and solidarity-based agricultural oasis will be at the heart of the project. They also encourage guests to participate in our food forest project to make arrivals and departures as nature-friendly as possible.
  
  In the future, they will also try to switch to an environmentally friendly energy supply with the help of renewable energies as well as low-tech solutions such as the creation of a natural swimming pool, a plant-based purification system or a small biogas dome - sustainable and productive change begins in everyday life. In addition to therapeutic and educational offers (we make use of methods of experiential nature education, among others) our human friends want to offer space for culture and research... In this way they want to contribute to the building of a sustainable global community. For example, they offer free accommodation in return for your help. They welcome all support, whether financial or through active participation.
  
  With sunny greetings from our lombinha,
  
  Mia, Alberta, Maya-Masala, Mel and Kuschelieno.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Help with Eco Projects

  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

  Volunteering abroad is a very intensive form of stay abroad, where you immerse yourself deeply in a foreign culture and experience another country and its inhabitants first-hand. Volunteering abroad often gives the impression that it is primarily about helping. In reality, however, the focus is on working closely with the locals and on intercultural exchange. Together with your hosts, you work towards a better future for your host country or even the planet. This creates a cultural exchange at eye level, from which both sides benefit. You don't have to save the world or the local people during your volunteer work, but the intercultural exchange alone creates an enormous value for everyone involved.

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  Projects involving children

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

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  Help

  The development of a revitalizing, solidarity-based oasis is at the heart of this project. Thus we have already created a small orchard, set up raised vegetable beds, and a children's playground. Together we are designing a refuge for those who want to strengthen their connection to Mother Earth. In a relaxed and peaceful environment we sustainably manage two acres of land.
  
  Join in on this hollistic vision and introduce your own ideas on sustainability. We are excited about gaining more independance in terms of our energy and water supplies, but there is so much more to discover. Share your thoughts on ecological building, natural medicine, free education or anything else on your mind.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  German: Fluent
  English: Fluent
  French: Fluent
  Luxembourgish: Fluent
  Portuguese: Fluent
  Spanish: Intermediate

  This host offers a language exchange
  This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
  You can contact them directly for more information.
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  Accommodation

  At present, the farm still consists of a small single house made of wood. There is the possibility to either stay in a small veranda room or to camp. Kitchen, bathroom and living room can be shared.

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  What else ...

  Thermal natural pools of Ferraria and sand beaches of Mosteiros very nearby!

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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

  This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  This host can provide space for campervans.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  Hours expected

  Maximum 3 hours a day, 5 days a week

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