Help to redecorate and paint our shelter in Rio negro, Chile

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  Description

  My name is Elier, along with Soledad and our son Facundo, we are a family who chose the rural area of Riachuelo to build a space where nature, hospitality, and conscious tourism meet.
  Our refuge is designed for travelers, cyclists, and cycle tourists looking for a cozy place in southern Chile. We offer camping, a private room, and terraces with relaxation tubs, ideal for recharging after a day of adventure.
  We also offer trekking and biking excursions, guided by the local knowledge of Elier, a cyclist and tour guide.
  We are very close to unique places like Lake Llanquihue, native forests, and peaceful indigenous communities, making each visit an authentic experience, connected to the land and its people.
  We believe this project is more than just an undertaking: it is our life's work, a contribution to those who visit us, and an invitation to share the simplicity and richness of the south.
  
  Mi Nombre es Elier, junto con Soledad y nuestro hijo Facundo somos una familia que eligió el sector rural de Riachuelo para construir un espacio donde la naturaleza, la hospitalidad y el turismo consciente se encuentren.
  Nuestro refugio está pensado para viajeros, ciclistas y cicloturistas que buscan un lugar acogedor en el sur de Chile. Contamos con camping, una habitación privada y terrazas con tinajas de relajación, ideales para recargar energías después de una jornada de aventura.
  Además, ofrecemos excursiones de trekking y bicicleta, guiadas con el conocimiento local de Elier, ciclista y guía de turismo.
  Estamos muy cerca de lugares únicos como el lago Llanquihue, bosques nativos y comunidades indígenas pacíficas, lo que hace de cada visita una experiencia auténtica, conectada con el territorio y su gente.
  Creemos que este proyecto es más que un emprendimiento: es nuestro proyecto de vida, un aporte para quienes nos visitan y una invitación a compartir la simpleza y riqueza del sur.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Language practice

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Hospitality/Tourism

  General Maintenance

  House sitting
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  Interests

  

  Self development

  

  Culture

  

  Sustainability

  

  Farming

  

  Plant care

  

  Art & design

  

  Carpentry

  

  History

  

  Photography

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Adventure sports

  

  Cycling
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  What we offer in return:
  A learning experience where we share our local culture, both tangible and intangible.
  Opportunity to meet peaceful indigenous communities in the area.
  Lessons learned about native flora and fauna, and a visit to the area's ancient larch trees.
  Basic mechanics and bicycle repair workshops in our own workshop.
  Bicycles for use close to home
  More than just volunteering, we seek a cultural and human exchange that enriches everyone.
  
  Lo que ofrecemos a cambio:
  Una experiencia de aprendizaje donde compartimos nuestra cultura local, tanto tangible como intangible.
  Posibilidad de conocer comunidades indígenas pacíficas de la zona.
  Enseñanzas sobre flora y fauna nativa, visitar los alerces milenarios del sector.
  Talleres básicos de mecánica y reparación de bicicletas en nuestro propio taller.
  Bicicletas para uso cercano al hogar
  Más que un voluntariado, buscamos un intercambio cultural y humano que enriquezca a todos.

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  Help

  If you visit us as a volunteer, you can contribute in several areas:
  Beautification of the facilities (gardens, common areas, creative details).
  Support in English for Facundo, our 7-year-old son, in a fun and friendly environment.
  Photography and videography of our activities and excursions, either behind the scenes or actively participating in them.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Beginner

  This 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.
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  Accommodation

  For now we can only offer a stay in a hostel-style shared room with a shared bathroom. (does not include meals)
  
  Por ahora solo podemos ofrecer estadía en el refugio o camping. (no incluye comidas)

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  What else ...

  You can visit Lake Llanquihue, native forests, bike routes, indigenous communities, the heritage town of Riachuelo, and we can visit some parts of the territory together.
  
  Pueden visitar el lago Llanquihue, bosques nativos, rutas en bicicleta, comunidades indígenas, el pueblito patrimonial de Riachuelo, podemos visitar juntos algunos sectores del territorio.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Space for parking camper vans

  Existe espacio para que se estacionen, podrán tener acceso a agua, ducha y baños.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  No hay problema, resguardando el espacio de las mascotas de nuestro hogar.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  My animals / pets

  Kochi

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