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8 Jan 2024
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Description
We are British, married and been living here in Portugal for seven years. We have built from scratch a bird sanctuary - with my husband having had years of experience in the UK dealing with penguins along with many visits collecting eggs for conservation from the Faulkland Islands - so lots of interesting stories to tell!! We live in the forests set up in the hills with amazing views looking over villages in the distance... The Estrela mountains are moments away - along with amazing walks, rivers and little beaches along the river banks... a dream place to live
Types of help and learning opportunities
General Maintenance
Animal Care
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will experience a wide knowledge of bird life - from the eggs to the babies and sometimes hand rearing of very special birds, all set amongst lakes waterfalls and beautiful scenery.
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Help
We have a large collection of birds for conservation - set outside in large aviaries, also swans and flamingoes, and cranes to name but a few. The experience is amazing, set in the hills but just a short distance to a local village with all amenities.. 40 minutes from Coimbra. We would like help feeding the birds and general maintenance. Some birds are very friendly and love to talk - we have a Large collection Macaws too
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Self contained apartment with enclosed garden
What else ...
We are surrounded by beautiful countryside, also mountains. Many many places to visit, Coimbra a university city just 40 minutes way. We also provide a car
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
