A large sailboat stands on supports in a marina. Four people and a dog pose underneath. Ladders, bicycles, and tools surround them, with other boats nearby.
A sailboat glides calmly on deep blue ocean waters, its white and green sails billowing in the wind under a bright, clear sunny sky.
A white sailboat floats peacefully on calm, clear water near a rocky, forested coastline under a bright blue sky, surrounded by lush green trees and cliffs.
A group of people work together on repairing or refurbishing a sailboat. Scaffolding surrounds the boat, tools are scattered, and other boats are visible nearby.
The image depicts a cluttered workshop or storage room with a wooden floor, featuring various tools and equipment, including a workbench, shelves, and a ladder, in a dimly lit environment.
A large sailboat is on dry land, supported by stands, undergoing repairs. Various tools, containers, and supplies are scattered beneath and around the vessel.
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The image shows three people working on a boat in a marina, wearing masks and gloves, with a large white boat in the background and a blue sky above.
The image shows the interior of a boat, featuring a wooden floor and walls, with a table and chairs in the background, and a large window on the left side.
The image depicts a man engaged in boat repair on a dock, wearing safety gear and utilizing tools to work on the vessel\'s metal structure.
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Refit a sailboat to conduct marine research in Kramfors, Sweden

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    UPDATE: we are relocating the boat to Sweden and will be looking for volunteers to help with boat refit and gardening from September - exact dates to be confirmed with the boat's arrival

    We'll try to answer every message, please forgive delays as we are quite busy and receive many requests. Thanks for your understanding 😊

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    We (Nico, Belgium & Julia, Spain) are currently renovating a 51ft (16m) aluminium schooner (built 1983) to conduct marine environmental research.

    We started work in Spain in 2023/2024 (standing rigging and important transformations to the deck). In autumn 2024 we placed the windows and refitted the lifting centerboard. In 2025 we rebuilt the steering, installed water systems, completed the outside work and sailed the boat on her maiden journey out of the Mediterranean. In 2026 we are installing the new electric system and carry our sailing journey to Sweden.

    Nico is a sailor and environmental scientist specialised in ecosystem restoration. Julia is a molecular biologist specialised in proteomics as well as an artist and science illustrator.

    We have already hosted more than twenty volunteers on this project, and hope many are still to join!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Charity Work
    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
  • Interests

    Interests

    Politics / Social justice
    Self development
    Sustainability
    Vegetarian or vegan
    Books
    Cooking & food
    Drawing & painting
    Plant care
    Music
    Sailing / Boating
    Outdoor activities
    Hiking
    Fitness
    Camping
    Adventure sports
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We will be happy to teach you about boat renovation (rigging, metal & wood work, systems, electrics,...), science or gardening. You will have the chance to discover the Swedish countryside. There are many local cultural events in the area, especially in the summer.

  • Help

    Help

    We welcome your help with boat refit and gardening. Tasks will vary with the time of year and could involve
    * on the boat: carpentry, insulation, passing electrical cables
    * garden: planting, weeding, harvesting, preservation

    We welcome anyone with or without experience. Specific skills in woodwork are particularly welcome. You'll have loads of autonomy on your own tasks if you have experience, or we'll guide you step by step if not.

    We expect you to help 5h per day from Monday to Friday (8 am until 1pm), and in addition taking turns with cooking and cleaning up.

    We are asking for a minimal/initial stay of two weeks, and if it feels right you are welcome to stay longer.

  • Languages spoken

    German: Fluent
    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Fluent
    French: Fluent
    Norwegian bokmål: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We will provide accommodation on land in a separate cabin. Shared showers/bathroom will be in the main house. We have fast WiFi and a desk if you need.

    We are sharing meals together. We are vegan, and put great effort in cooking. We'll provide vegan breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks of course.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We typically take 2/3 volunteers at a time, and we look forward to meet people from all over the world.

    However we will only take volunteers who can travel to and from us using low emission transport (train, bus, etc...). We are committed to keep the carbon budget of the project as low as practically possible, so we encourage you to do the right thing in this climate emergency and embrace slow travel!

    We play the piano, the guitar and sing. Musicians are warmly welcome.

    Please also note that we only accept non-smokers.

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      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

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    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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