Help out at our food forest in Matebeleng Village, Kgatleng, Botswana

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  Descripción

  We have a small plot in Matebeleng village in Botswana. It is situated 30km from the capital, Gaborone. We have over 50 indigenous fruit trees, plus many exotic fruit trees too - a miniature jungle - which needs some daily maintenance, plus we have quite a few rescued resident animals that need some love and attention: 12 cats, 5 dogs, chickens and fish.
  
  There are a few other wild creatures that live here, such as mongeese, monitor lizards, terrapins, and other small mammals, plus a few snakes, scorpions, frogs and spiders. We love our insects and try not to use any pesticides, and guests would have to be comfortable with that sort of 'jungly' environment.
  
  We have a small library and it needs some care and maintenance of books and sorting. Usually there are different projects on the go at any one time, from craft workshops to furniture restoration, sowing of plants and pruning of trees.
  
  It is very easy to access public transport from our plot, as we are a couple of hundred metres from the main T junction into the village where combis pass daily. We will pick you up from Gaborone, and some days we travel to the city where you'd be welcome to catch a lift with us.
  
  Volunteers are only expected to work four-five hour days, with the weekends free to adventure about. Food is not provided, but volunteers have their own fridge and cooking facilities, and shops are nearby. A washing machine is also available for use.
  
  Weather can be very extreme here, in Summer it is blazing, sometimes up to and over 40 degrees, whereas in Winter it can be freezing. The best time to visit in our opinion is April - May, but every month is different.
  
  We are very nature-oriented - living in our wilderness means treating all creatures kindly, including the plants. As the conditions are quite rustic this would only suit those able to entertain themselves, and those not scared of a few wild animals.

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  Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje

  Proyectos artísticos

  Ayuda en proyectos ecológicos

  Jardinería

  Construcción y bricolaje

  Cuidado de animales

  Ayuda doméstica

  Mantenimiento general

  Cuidado de casas y mascotas
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  Objetivos de sostenibilidad de las NU que intenta conseguir este anfitrión

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  ¿Que es esto?
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  Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje

  The village is located in the Kgatleng district, there is plenty to see and learn from local villagers. Volunteers can also learn about the amazing Indigenous food plants and medicinal plants that grow in this area if they are interested.

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  Ayuda

  Watering plants - when it gets very hot we need some extra irrigation done, plus filling up fish ponds
  Feeding and caring for our animals - feeding chickens, cats, dogs and fish and cleaning their areas
  General upgrading of our yard is always happening, so any building, fencing, or other skills are welcome
  Harvesting fruits when in season. Sorting books in the library. Cleaning and dusting. Help with any ongoing projects.

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  Idiomas

  Idiomas hablados
  Inglés: Fluido
  Setswana: Fluido
  Español: Intermedio
  Francés: Intermedio
  Northern Ndebele: Intermedio
  Shona: Intermedio
  Alemán: Principiante
  Portugués: Principiante

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  Alojamiento

  Currently in a very rustic room, with a bucket shower and private toilet. Private kitchen.

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  Algo más...

  There are a few spectacular wildlife game reserves nearby - Khutse Game Reserve; Central Kalahari Game Reserve - here you can see Lion, Leopard, occasionally Elephants, lots of different antelope, and incredible scenery, The stars at night are absolutely incredible. A visit to Gaborone the Capital city which is only a half hour drive from the plot. Laze about in hammocks and read books, and swim in our miniature plunge pool.

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  Un poco más de información

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    Acceso a Internet

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    Acceso a Internet limitado

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    Tenemos animales

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    Somos fumadores

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    Puede alojar familias

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  Puede acoger a nómadas digitales

  There is a decent wifi connection

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  ¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?

  Dos

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  Mis animales / mascotas

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