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My name is Lázaro. My father was a farmer, to whom I am very grateful for having instilled in us ideas of conservation of flora and fauna. He used to say that one of the most effective forms of conservation is "when we take ownership of our natural resources and make them part of our daily lives". Living here all my life has allowed me to witness the loss of ecosystems due to deforestation, illegal logging, cattle ranching, agriculture, charcoal production, uncontrolled tourism, poaching and fires over the last 30 years in the state of Campeche. Since then, my family of 6 and I have worked for the dream we shared with my father: to maintain a nature reserve that conserves the environment and to live in harmony with nature.
This is a family project focused on biodiversity restoration through reforestation and sustainable farming for more than 20 years in the State of Campeche, Mexico.
For more than 20 years, the reserve is being used for:
- conservation of existing rainforest
- reforestation of previously deforested areas
- ecological agriculture, permaculture, honey production, rescue of native bees
- creation of habitats for wildlife, such as: Tepezcuintles, Mayan Bees, Howler Monkeys, Peccaries, Coatis, Armadillos, Margays, Tayras, White-tailed Deer, Sereques, as well as many types of trees and other plants
- Breeding and release of endangered species.
- natural rainwater ponds that are used for wildlife, but must be supplied with water during the dry season (January-June).
- academic education and dissemination of conservation information to students and travelers
- community involvement and creating synergies with the government
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
1.-Discover the jungle and the animals of Campeche.
2.-Discover the culture and gastronomy of México.
3.-To be in a total immersion in the life of a Mexican modest family.
Help
!!!!!THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT RIGHT NOW TO SAVE THE RAINFOREST!!!!!
WE NEED TO LAUNCH A CROWDFUNDING CAMPAIGN TO ACQUIRE A DRONE THAT WILL ALLOW US TO MONITOR, WATCH AND PREVENT TO PRESENCE OF FOREST FIRE NEAR THE RESERVES THAT WE ARE CURRENTLY CARING FOR.
Next to this work, the volunteer accompanies us throughout our daily work at the ranch and in the rainforest, learns about nature conservation and supports with varying tasks, such as: planting, maintenance of agricultural facilities, farm activities with the animals etc.
Also i need to learn the basic languaje French, I will appreciate if you can teach me.
When contacting me, please specify your interests in volunteering and the skills you have (both for practical works as well as fundraising/marketing or if you can teach french).
Languages
Languages spoken
Spanish: Fluent
English: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
me gustaria aprender el idioma ingles y tambien un poco de frances basico. tambien estoy dispuesto a enseñar el idioma español y asi lograr un intercambio. entiendo que solo con aquellos voluntarios que asi lo deseen.
Accommodation
Private wood cabin with private bathroom in a natural space.
What else ...
We are an intermediate point between Palenque and the Riviera Maya. It's a perfect compromise to relax in contact with the nature and also pretty inexpensive.
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
The Internet conection is good.
Space for parking camper vans
The volunteer will have a private cabane with bathroom. Only cold water available but here is always hot weather.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
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100% recomendable
Wir hatten das Gefühl eine richtig authentische mexikanische Erfahrung gemacht zu haben, die meisten Hosts in Zentralamerika scheinen ja Hostels oder Auswanderer zu sein.
Wir sprachen zu der Zeit noch sehr wenig Spanisch aber konnten trotzdem… read more
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100% recomendable
Wir hatten das Gefühl eine richtig authentische mexikanische Erfahrung gemacht zu haben, die meisten Hosts in Zentralamerika scheinen ja Hostels oder Auswanderer zu sein.
Wir sprachen zu der Zeit noch sehr wenig Spanisch aber konnten trotzdem… read more
Lázaro
adela
Átala
Lazarín
They are such kind and beautiful people and I felt honored to be part of their family for the week that I was there. Their two children, Atela and Lazarine, were my translators, haha. They both learn a bit of English in school so it was nice for them to have an English speaking… read more
La comida era muy buena y he tenido conversaciones interesantes con el Host.
Es un gran placer poder escribir en nombre del proyecto rancho y mi Familia, todos estamos muy contentos por el tiempo que pasaste aquí, tu gran entusiasmo para hacer las cosas, tu disponibilidad sobre todo, ya que como pudiste ver lo que hacemos aquí es muy diverso y los planes cambian a diario. Esperamos algún día puedas volver… read more
I feel so blessed and nurtered by this encounter. I have met a guardian of the nature with a holistic vision. Taking care of nature for the purpose of taking care of nature. A place where new model of living… read more
The project they have is very important and ambitious. They really care about the environment… read more
También quiero agradecerte por tu gran interés en la UMA y sobre todo en las actividades de conservación de la que fuiste parte. Los árboles de Ramón que… read more
Spending my time with the family was like diving in the real mexican culture and I loved it. You never get bored with the crazy family. They can teach you a lot about nature they take car of, but as well about life in Mexico, life in the jungle, about their simple and happy way of life. I'm so thankful for every single… read more
I helped to clean and maintain the natural areas, I took care of tree plants, I harvested honey, I participated to an experimental study of bats, I taught English to the children and above all I shared the daily life with a welcoming Mexican family. The place is… read more
Vuelve pronto Robert!!!!
Aprendí muchas cosas y me la pasé super bien en esas dos semanas de voluntariado..Gracias Lazaro y Gracias tambien a tu familia los llevaré en mi corazon hasta Italia!!
Es un verdadero placer haber podido ser tu anfitrión aquí en México, específicamente en esta reserva natural. Eres una gran persona y me siento complacido en que hayas sido mi primer voluntariado en este proyecto de conservación. Mi más alta recomendación por ser una persona muy dinámica, emprendedor, proactivo, con ideas innovadoras, sin… read more
