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Learn the neolithic art of dry stone wall building in Vélez Blanco, Spain

  • Last activity : 24 Apr 2025

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  2025 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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  • Description

    Description

    Hello, my name is Juanla. I have acquired three hectares of land with water springs. I am 47 and years oldI I have been working as a natural artisan for more than 20 years. My motivations are altruistic, I don't like money, much less go after it. I like music and poetry, especially in its variable poetic action. I don't believe in gods or demons. I don't have a flag. I have a liver gift and the ability to communicate. He expressed me with a lot of mimicry and it's easy to learn the language with me. There's something I believe in, it's in people. Everything I do is for love. Our Andalusian town and its surroundings have been a place of continuous population since the arrival of the first prehistoric inhabitants of Europe. It is located at 1100 meters above sea level and is characterized by its continental Mediterranean climate. You can visit Neolithic caves and the Renaissance castle. There are many springs and small streams. You can go hiking in the beautiful mountains. There is also a market every week. The town offers everything you need (Post Office, supermarket, hairdresser, bars, restaurants, hotels, tobacconist...) The plan of this profile: Dry stone school. UNESCO inscribed this practice on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2018. Under the name Knowledge and Techniques of the Art of Building Dry Stone Walls, which Territorially Affect Spain. In the Region of Murcia and Almería, the dry wall that separates the agricultural terraces is called ribazos. The Neolithic revolution led the collector-hunter and nomadic man to be a farmer, rancher and sedentary. This generated new needs for him, some of which he solved using dry stone. That is what we are going to learn in this school of dry stone wall construction. Requirements to participate in this project: motivation and interest.
    Always be respectful. Know the values of mutual support. OBJECTIVES: Acquire the knowledge and learn the necessary techniques for the construction of dry stone walls. Purpose restoration of dry stone walls and regeneration of flora (construction of a forest biotope). Obtaining a natural diploma.

    Hola, mi nombre es Juanla. He adquirido tres hectáreas de terreno con manantiales de agua. Tengo 47 años . Llevo más de 20 años trabajando como artesano natural. Mis motivaciones son altruistas, no me gusta el dinero y mucho menos ir tras él. Me gusta la música y la poesía, sobre todo en su variable acción poética. No creo en dioses ni demonios. no tengo bandera. Tengo un don hempático y la capacidad de comunicar. Me expresó con mucha mímica y es fácil aprender el idioma con migo. Hay algo en lo que creo, es en la gente. Todo lo que hago es por amor. Nuestro pueblo andaluz y su entorno ha sido un lugar de población continua desde la llegada de los primeros habitantes prehistóricos de Europa. Se encuentra a 1100 metros sobre el nivel del mar y se caracteriza por su clima mediterráneo continental. Se pueden visitar cuevas neolíticas y el castillo renacentista. Hay muchos manantiales y pequeños arroyos. Puedes hacer senderismo en las hermosas montañas. También hay un mercado cada semana. El pueblo ofrece todo lo necesario (Correos, supermercado, peluquería, bares, restaurantes, hoteles, estanco...)
    El plan de este perfil:
    Escuela de piedra seca. La UNESCO inscribió esta práctica en la Lista Representativa del Patrimonio Cultural Inmaterial de la Humanidad en 2018. Bajo el nombre Conocimientos y Técnicas del Arte de Construir Muros de Piedra Seca, que Afectan Territorialmente a España. En la Región de Murcia y Almería, la pared seca que separa las terrazas agrícolas se denomina ribazos. La revolución neolítica llevó al recolector-cazador y hombre nómada a ser agricultor, ganadero y sedentario. Esto le generó nuevas necesidades, algunas de las cuales resolvió utilizando piedra seca.
    Eso es lo que vamos a aprender en esta escuela de construcción de muros de piedra seca.
    Requisitos para participar en este proyecto: motivación e interés.
    Sea siempre respetuoso. Conocer los valores del apoyo mutuo.
    OBJETIVOS: Adquirir los conocimientos y aprender las técnicas necesarias para la construcción de muros de piedra seca. Finalidad restauración de muros de piedra seca y regeneración de flora (construcción de un biotopo forestal).

    Obtención de un diploma natural.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Teaching
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Babysitting and creative play
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Interests

    Interests

    Outdoor activities
    Astronomy
    Blogging
    Music
    Books
    Gardening
    Languages
    History
    Photography
    Writing
    Drawing & painting
    Plant care
    Hitchhiking
    Cooking & food
    Carpentry
    DIY & crafts
    Videography
    Technology
    Sustainability
    Politics / Social justice
    Movies & TV
    Fashion or beauty
    LGBTQ
    Culture
    Self development
    Farming
    Yoga / Wellness
    Hiking
    Nature
    Mountain
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Knowledge of the natural environment
    Learn to manipulate basic tools.
    intercultural coexistence
    Culinary knowledge.
    Improve Language.
    Most people who live with me realize that it is the natural law and how to use it. Unlike the intrinsic law of humans.
    The geography of the place offers us river ravines beaches mountains. Good walks, bathing in the river, beach and pool.

    Conocimiento del medio natural
    Aprender a manipular herramientas básicas.
    Convivencia intercultural
    Conocimientos gastronómicos.
    Mejorar Lenguaje.
    La mayoría de personas que conviven conmigo se dan cuenta de que es la ley natural y como usarla, en diferencia a la ley intrínseca de los humanos.
    La geografía del lugar nos ofrece río barrancos playas montañas. Buenos paseos, baños en río, playa y piscina

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    The tasks to be done Daily cleaning and hygiene maintenance. Help in the kitchen. Dry stone wall construction work. Plant plants of all kinds.

    Las tareas a realizar
    Mantenimiento diario de limpieza e higiene. Ayuda en la cocina.
    Trabajos de construcción de muros de piedra seca.
    Plantar plantas de todo tipo.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    Sign language (American): Fluent
    German: Beginner
    English: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    Me encanta comunicarme y aprender de los demás. Tengo habilidades para expresarme y es fácil aprender el idioma con migo y con mi familia también, en esta familia se usan cotidiana mente el inglés , alemán y español . Domino el lenguaje de signos desde la adolescencia pues mi pareja era sorda. Y durante 5 años lo aprendí y lo he seguido practicando todos estos años de forma más eventual pero no se olvida. Gracias a la mímica. Es más facil etenderme si no hablas casi nada.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    The accommodation is different depending on the time of year. In winter comfortable and warm with firewood. And in summer cool and pleasant. There are several options to stay. It can be accessed with a campervan or adapted car. The more adventurous can use a tent or build a bivouac. There are beds, rooms, shower, bathroom, kitchen. Everything you need to live comfortably.

    El alojamiento es diferente según la época del año.en invierno confortable y cálido con leña. Y en verano fresco y agradable.
    Hay varias opciones para alojarse.
    Se puede acceder con un campervan o coche adaptado.
    Los más aventureros pueden usar tienda de campaña o construirse un vivac.
    Hay camas, habitaciones, ducha, baño, cocina. Todo lo necesario para vivir cómodo.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    The southeast of the Iberian Peninsula is very rich in varied culture. Here there are castles walls turrets real stories of medieval battles also incredible legends. The routes through its mountains are dizzying. The skies are full of birds of prey and griffon vultures, the nearby cities with museums, emblematic streets, theater, cinema, shopping center, churches and monuments. It would be possible to see a music concert. It will help with food expenses.

    El sureste de la península Ibérica, es muy rico en cultura variada. Aquí hay castillos murallas torreones historias reales de batallas medievales también leyendas increíbles. Las rutas por sus montañas son de vértigo.
    Los cielos están llenos de rapaces y buitre leonado las ciudades cercanas con museos, calles emblemáticas, teatro, cine, centro comercial, Iglesias y monumentos.
    Seria posible ver algún concierto de música .

  • 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

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

Host ref number: 892482912615

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The image depicts a serene mountainous landscape with snow-capped peaks, lush greenery, and a few buildings scattered throughout the valley below, set against a blue sky with clouds.
The image depicts two women in swimsuits standing on the edge of a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a majestic mountainous landscape under a clear blue sky.
The image shows a collage of six photos depicting a garden with stone walls and dirt paths, featuring raised beds with soil and plants.
The image depicts a stone wall with a small tree in front, a metal pole, and a muddy area with puddles, set against a hillside backdrop.
The image depicts a stone wall constructed from grey stones, situated in a rural setting with a shovel lying on the ground in front of it.
The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a tree laden with persimmons, a log, and a white duck in a muddy area, surrounded by a body of water.
A person with long hair is using a power tool to remove drywall around a green window frame, standing in front of a workbench.
A person is operating a large piece of machinery, possibly a backhoe, in a field, with a pile of dirt and debris scattered around them. The scene appears to be outdoors.
The image depicts a family of nine people gathered around a table, sharing a meal of yellow food from a large pan. The scene is set outdoors, surrounded by trees.
The image depicts a man and two young girls enjoying ice cream cones under a shaded area, with the man sipping a drink through a straw.
The image depicts a vibrant red pepper plant with numerous peppers, hanging from a rope in front of a white wall, set against a clear blue sky.

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