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100 %
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21 Mar 2024
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Description
My name is Daniel and since 2014 that I have been learning about permaculture principles and sustainable ways of living. I volunteered for a few years in the Azores and then around South America for more than 2 years to get the tools to now settle and start my own project in Pico. I currently work as a mountain guide at Pico mountain (the highest point of Portugal) and I am also a saxophone teacher, taking currently a break to focus on building my house.
My current project is to create a self sufficient and sustainable life style in this island following permaculture principles and in tune with the local community. I am currently building my own house, and farming organically. At the moment I live in a house close to the land where I'll be moving in during 2024. I own a few plots of land around the island and all of them have their specific needs and characteristics, creating different challenges and demanding different types of work.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I have been living in Pico since 2009 and I already feel part of the local community. I collaborate with the local philharmonic bands, folk dance groups, municipalities and help friends with their projects. I can share with you my perception and experience living in Pico, which is sometimes quite different from what you would see as a tourist. I will also, very gladly, share any knowledge you might be interested in, like farming, natural building, music and others.
Help
Currently the help I need will alternate between building the house, farming and improving the land.
Depending on the time of the year you will be here, you will be able to:
- Do woodwork, either on the house or on the land;
- Seed/plant/harvest vegetables and fruits;
- Graft trees;
- Prune trees;
- Build stone walls;
- Cut down wild trees;
- Weed and mulch;
- Plan future projects;
- Be creative on the land:
- And others...
Please be aware, that most of the tasks are physically demanding and that it rains quite often here. So, please be open and ready to work some days under the rain and to push yourself physically.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
French: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
The house where I live is small but cozy, with 2 rooms, 1 toilet and an a living room/kitchen. You will have your own room and therefore privacy.
I will provide the food for 3 meals per day, 7 days a week and they will be prepared together as part of the co-living, not being considered as work hours.
The cleaning of the house follows the same principle as the food preparation, we will get together once a week for less than one hour to tidy up the house to leave it cozy and clean for us to enjoy it.
I'm currently taking care of a friend's cat and friends often visit me with their dogs, so it is important that you feel comfortable with animals around. They are lovely and very friendly ;)
What else ...
All around Pico you will find yourself surrounded by nature with amazing forests to breathe fresh air, beautiful trails to hike and unique natural swimming pools to connect with the sea. I have several friends from different parts of the world who help me weekly either farming or building. You will get to know them and to share some nice time when we get together for fun, like jamming, firebones, etc...
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (2)
The communication and the coliving was very natural and fun.
Always caring her Mate around and ready to help with comminent and flexibility. She even took care of the house and Amora, the cat, when I had to leave the island for a week.
I wish you much light and joy in your path my dear, looking… read more
I came to help him build his house on this magical island and he introduced me to a community of people that showed me kindness, empathy and love. A true place of learning and discoveries.
Daniel is an intelligent and calm person that listens, understands and… read more
Kevin arrived quietly and with a low profile, leaving as a laughing hugging bear.
He came at the right moment, to help me putting the walls and roof of the house up and to make the electrical instalation. His technical knowledge and his skills along with his calmness made our team work very smooth, easy and… read more
Working together was always very natural and fun, with a clear and honest communication.
A hard worker with a big heart.
Wish you all the best my dear!
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Communication:
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The communication and the coliving was very natural and fun.
Always caring her Mate around and ready to help with comminent and flexibility. She even took care of the house and Amora, the cat, when I had to leave the island for a week.
I wish you much light and joy in your path my dear, looking… read more
I came to help him build his house on this magical island and he introduced me to a community of people that showed me kindness, empathy and love. A true place of learning and discoveries.
Daniel is an intelligent and calm person that listens, understands and… read more
Kevin arrived quietly and with a low profile, leaving as a laughing hugging bear.
He came at the right moment, to help me putting the walls and roof of the house up and to make the electrical instalation. His technical knowledge and his skills along with his calmness made our team work very smooth, easy and… read more
Working together was always very natural and fun, with a clear and honest communication.
A hard worker with a big heart.
Wish you all the best my dear!
