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Description
There is a link between what we do and who we are.
After many years of traveling the world and some more living in Africa, where soil and sea so vividly express themselves, we started to have a different vision of the great mystery of life.
With a huge heart for the ocean, we found our way among forks and spades, while attempting to live a simple and meaningful life.
We are located on a semi-urban, 2 hectare Permaculture farm, nestled in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, on the beautiful and diverse island of São Miguel.
We are passionate about permaculture, nature conservation, skills, and farming. We want to grow food that is wholesome, organic, and honest.
We’re committed to living a hands-on life and sharing knowledge and skills to help others do the same.
We are rehabilitating our land, and we will open our doors for you and hopefully add something new to your life—whether it’s simply learning to start your own garden or understanding a bit more about how to support the earth and start living in a regenerative way.
Come join us on this journey!
NOTE 1: Please check our availability calendar before contact us
NOTE 2: In order to volunteer with us you need to be at least 24 yo
NOTE 3: We cannot host volunteers with children
Thank you
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Our goal is to capacitate community members to create awareness and teach sustainability and nature conservation in their own communities. If you wish to engage with us, we are looking for flexible, dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers who have a positive attitude and are ready to dedicate some of their time and energy to Permaculture.
Help
We need energetic people with good life patterns and positive vibes to plug into the everyday work at the farm.
From taking care of the animals, to gardening work or join whatever building project that might be happening at the farm, such as grey water systems, compost toilets, nurseries, etc...
We have a "hands on" method of facilitating knowledge and during the days that you will spend with us, you will be "offered" an introduction to Permaculture course as we give special emphasis to explain the "whys and hows" of our work and lifestyle.
People with special skills such as carpenters, builders, photographers/ videographers, Digital media or any other manual skill will always be given preference.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
Accommodation
We feel blessed by having an outdoor life and our accommodations reflect that.
We offer unique self-build, minimal impact cottages to like-minded people, who enjoy the outdoors and want to experience sustainability without giving up on comfort and modern aestethiques.
All our houses are build according to permaculture principles, solar powered, all our roofs harvest rain water, we recycle our greywaters and appealing composting toilets that save 40 liter of water on average per person per day, and closes the nutrient loop on the farm.
Our Stone Cottages:
Private 25m2 stone cottage with:
- Comfortable queen size bed
- Inside wood stove
- Outside lounge area
- Solar Powered
- Rain water collection system
- Private dry compost toilet
- Private outdoor shower under the stars (Rocket Stove heated)
- Greywater system and banana circle
- Veggie & herb kitchen garden
- Inspirational views over the fields
-Shared Kitchen Area
What else ...
Fall in love with the island. Hit the beach, roam the wild forests, or get lost in the beat of the city center.
No matter what adventure you choose, we’re here to help you discover and connect to your passions in exchange for your collaboration on the farm.
However please note that despite being close to all main cities on the Island, you still need to arrange for any kind of transport for your self during your stay.
We have a bicycle that you can use free of charge or a scooter that you can lend ( please contact us to know more about the T&Cs). But, if you want to take full advantage of what the island has to offer, we fully encourage you to rent a car.
NOTE: Please check our availability calendar before contact us!!!!!! Thank you
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We can provide uncapped, fast and steady connection on common areas of the farm, such as kitchen area. Internet wont be available on the rooms
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
4 horas por dia, 5 dias por semana
Feedback (4)
We learned permaculture techniques and put them into practice. but above all we were greeted with respect and patience.
The Soil & Sea farm is an example of sustainability for the future, and all the efforts of their owners will certainly be rewarded. It's a landmark for permaculture on the island.
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We learned permaculture techniques and put them into practice. but above all we were greeted with respect and patience.
The Soil & Sea farm is an example of sustainability for the future, and all the efforts of their owners will certainly be rewarded. It's a landmark for permaculture on the island.
Thank you… read more
Arthur is energetic, respectful, responsible, independent and reliable individual with lots of good vibes and dedication to learning.
He is always eager and available to help but at the same time with he has an amazing sense… read more
