Permaculture, eco-construction and well-being in the Pyrénées, France

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  2024 

 Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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  • Description

    Description

    Bonjour !

    En 2024, nous sommes axés sur la rénovation de la grange en grande partie, et aussi l'aménagement naturel du lieu, prendre soin des poules et du jardin...

    Nous : Damien, passionné par la permaculture, l'éco-construction/rénovation, la montagne, le développement personnel ,
    Deborah, joueuse de violon, de guitare et de piano, passionnée par les oiseaux.

    Nous sommes dans un petit coin de paradis en pleines Pyrénées ariégeoises à 1000m d'altitude, au sud de Saint Girons.
    Un lieu de nature et de forêt magique, un ruisseau à l'Eau pure, un cirque montagneux captant l'humidité, la végétation luxuriante, les animaux sauvages à profusion...

    L'invitation à la gratitude et l'humilité envers la Montagne Mère qui nous accueille, nous enveloppe, nous montre comment trouver notre juste place.

    Une grange et un terrain de plus d'1 hectare, accessible par un sentier à 10 min de marche.
    Nous créons un Lieu d'autonomie, de permaculture, de partage, d'expérimentations, d'échanges de savoirs, dans la bienveillance et la joie !
    Nous invitons à découvrir notre mode de vie basé sur la décroissance, la sobriété heureuse et l'autonomie.

    Les principaux projets :
    Il y a beaucoup à faire !
    * Rénovation écologique de la grange
    * Installation de la yourte
    * Création du jardin Mandala

    Les volontaires avec une expérience dans ces domaines, ainsi que les débutants sont bienvenus, pour participer à la construction et la vie quotidienne dans la bonne humeur et l'authenticité !

    ** Merci de lire attentivement les conditions d’accueil sur les bases suivantes :
    - Décroissance, simplicité, conditions rustiques, et sobriété heureuse
    - Hébergement sous tente.
    - Alimentation végétarienne et sans alcool,
    - Apportez des produits de toilette bio, évitez les emballages...:)
    - Vous avez une excellente condition physique et vous connaissez vos limites.

    * Vous aurez aussi la possibilité de pratiquer : bains au ruisseau, randonnées, escalade, cueillette des plantes sauvages, yoga, méditation, réflexologie, massages, anglais, musique...
    Vous pouvez partager toutes autres formes de pratique que vous connaissez.
    Si tout ça vous parle, vous êtes bienvenus !

    * Dites nous ce que vous attendez et ce que vous avez envie d'apporter, en indiquant les dates et durée de votre séjour.
    Nous préférons que vous restiez au minimum 2 semaines.
    La gare la plus proche est à Saint Girons à 25 min.

    Au plaisir de vous accueillir !

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    Welcome !

    In 2024, we'll be focused on renovation of the barn.
    We are setting up in a beautiful paradise right in the middle of the Pyrenees in Ariege at 1000m altitude, in south of Saint Girons.

    A magical place in nature and mountain forest, a mountain stream of crystalline water, a mountain cirque capturing humidity with lush vegetation, many wild animals …

    Gratitude and humility for Mother Mountain which welcome us, envelop us, guide us to find the right place...

    We need to finish renovating a mountain barn situated on more than 1 hectare of land, accessible by a path (10 minutes walk)

    We are creating a place of autonomy, permaculture, sharing, experimentation, exchanging know-how in a friendly and joyful atmosphere

    Us : Damien, passionate about permaculture, ecoconstruction/renovation, climbing, mountain, personal development
    Deborah loves guitar, piano exploration, Irish fiddle, passionate about birds

    Main projects :
    *eco-renovation of the barn
    *setting up the yurt
    *creating a Mandala garden

    Volunteers with an experience in these areas, as well as beginners are welcome, to participate in building and daily life with good humour and sincerity.

    If you are interested in these activities, you are welcome here !

    * Please read the conditions : we welcome you on the following basis :

    - Vegetarian meals, no alcohol,
    - degrowth, rustic and simple way of life
    - Bring organic toiletries, reduce packaging …
    - Accommodation in a tent in summer
    - You are in good physical condition and you know your limits

    You will also be able to do the following : bathing in the stream, hiking, climbing, foraging edible wild plants, yoga, meditation, reflexology, massages, english, music ….. You can share other practices you know.

    The nearest railway station is Saint Girons (25 mins by car)

    *Tell us what you are looking for and what you want to contribute and let us know the dates and length of your stay. We prefer that you stay at least 2 weeks.

    Looking forward to welcoming you !


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  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    You can learn and practice eco-construction, picking wild plants, yoga, meditation, reflexology, massage, music, come and join us !

  • Help

    Help

    * Main projects :

    *setting up the yurt
    *eco-renovation of the barn
    *creating a food forest garden
    *creating a Mandala garden

    We are looking for experienced volunteers in these areas, as well as beginners, to take part in daily life in a relaxed atmosphere.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent
    Spanish: Beginner
    Italian: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    We can help with french and English language and we're interested in improving spanish.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Camping.
    Vegetarian meals only and no alcohol.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Ariege Nature Reserve, hiking ...

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

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    Hours expected

    5 hours a day. 5 days

Host ref number: 811828214187

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