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11 Oct 2021
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Description
We are small NGO in South-East Estonia. The centre of the community is ca 150 years old ecologically renovated Manor by the river, surrounded by beautiful old park-trees. The heart of the community is small alternative (democratic) school and childcare where we together create and value the atmosphere of kindness, peace and joy of life.
The Manor house is open for public and in addition to school and childcare it holds community Library, Organic shop, Circus shop, carpentry and ceramic workshop and other services for locals and tourist. We hold movie nights, different workshops, concerts or performances. There is always things happening and spontaneous activities take place.
This place is unique and full of life where sustainable living, culture, arts and friends meet. We welcome volunteers who are alcohol- and drug-free and respect our peaceful atmosphere.
There are currently 2 families with children living in the manor.
Types of help and learning opportunities
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Animal Care
Language practice
Teaching
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Volunteers can participate in our daily activities, also using community Library, learning circus tricks, participating in events, going for swim, going hiking in the woods and bogs (we have bikes for use) and spending time with shetland pony. We have also smoke-sauna and wooden hot tub both by the river.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
In August we need help with building, fixing, restoration, trimming, brush cutting etc. for helping to prepare the area around the manor for outdoor school and child care.
From September onwards we are welcoming also volunteers who would like help out with school or child care. Especially we need help with cooking vegan food for the kids and teachers. Also we are happy to get help with teaching languages, art, music, acrobatics/ circus or other skills and knowledge that come with volunteer.
You don`t need to be an expert to work here, but open minded and open hearted and able to work independently.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Estonian: Fluent
Accommodation
We can offer you dormitory with shared kitchen and shower/toilet. Must be prepared to share the room depending on amount of volunteers.
What else ...
What else ... We are situated about 20 km from Võru and 8 km from Rõuge. Beautiful landscape, traditional vs modern living, history and culture just waiting for you to discover. In Võru you can find many shops, restaurants, art galleries, nice park and beach (lake Tamula) and bus services to Tartu, Tallinn and Valga. Local attractions include Observation Tower on Suur Munamägi, Suur ja Väike Taevaskoda (sandstone outcrops), Otepää Adventure Park etc. For nature lovers there are plenty of varieties to enjoy beautiful Estonian nature and meet wild life.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (2)
We had the chance to spend one month (15/06 to 15/07) in the beautiful place, this place is very amazing and it's difficult to describe all is happening there. It's a mix between public and private services : school, library, carpentry workshop, organic shop etc. During our stay it was vacation time so we didn't see the school working, but we… read more
I had the opportunity to stay from February till May in the lovely place and become a part of their big family. The families are very warm-hearted and from the very first day I felt very welcome in the cosy manor.
About the work: It really depends on in which season you are there and, of course, your preferences and personal skills. You… read more
Feedback
We had the chance to spend one month (15/06 to 15/07) in the beautiful place, this place is very amazing and it's difficult to describe all is happening there. It's a mix between public and private services : school, library, carpentry workshop, organic shop etc. During our stay it was vacation time so we didn't see the school working, but we… read more
I had the opportunity to stay from February till May in the lovely place and become a part of their big family. The families are very warm-hearted and from the very first day I felt very welcome in the cosy manor.
About the work: It really depends on in which season you are there and, of course, your preferences and personal skills. You… read more
