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

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  Description

  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.
  
  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. Basic food supplies are available. It would only be suitable for vegan, vegetarian or pescatarians.
  
  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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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  S’occuper des animaux

  Aide à la maison

  Entretien général
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  Objectifs de développement durable de l’ONU que cet hôte essaie d'atteindre

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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  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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  Aide

  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

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  Langues

  Langues parlées
  Anglais: Courant
  Espagnol: Courant
  Français: Courant
  Setswana: Courant
  Allemand: Débutant
  Northern Ndebele: Débutant
  Portugais: Débutant
  Shona: Débutant

  Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
  Cet hôte a indiqué qu’il souhaitait faire partager sa propre langue ou en apprendre une nouvelle.
  Contactez-le pour en savoir plus.
  
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  Hébergement

  Currently in a very rustic room, with a bucket shower and private toilet. Volunteers would need to share, or they can camp nearby if they choose - a tent can be provided. Tents come with a blow-up mattress. Cooking is done in a communal kitchen.

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  Autres infos...

  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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  Informations complémentaires

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    Accès Internet

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    Accès Internet limité

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    Nous avons des animaux

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    Nous sommes fumeurs

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    Familles bienvenues

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  Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads

  There is a decent wifi connection

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Deux

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  Nombre d'heures attendues

  Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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