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We are interested hosting volunteers who want to get back to the land – as a lifestyle. We aim to host 2-3 volunteers at a time – and seek people who appreciate remote living and in participating in an organic project in the topics. I'd like to emphasize that we are interested in people who have a sincere interest in what we're doing.
The overview of what we’re up to is this: 9 years ago my husband and I bought a 26 acre overgrown conventional coffee plantation (think agro-chemicals) - in the foothills of Costa Rica. Since landing here we've been tinkering with fun organic, permaculture projects that we've dreamed of all our lives while at the same time developing the infrastructure necessary to support it.
That's where you come into the picture. We're looking for volunteers/students that are passionate about living off grid, who are interested in remote, rustic living, who are intrigued with soil rehabilitation and that have a liking for bananas.
The main focus has been on learning about and creating sustainability to the extent we find feasible. Our focus has been on reviving the fertility of the soil and reforesting. We have planted a large variety of tropical fruit trees (some of which are now beginning to produce fruit), a wide variety of bananas and plantains, thousands of other trees and bamboo plants. But also, about half the property has grown wild naturally, with trails lacing through the vigorous forest regrowth. And thankfully, gradually the wildlife is returning to take its natural place.
Since this is a certified organic property, we maintain a small flock of sheep to help out with fertilizer production, plus some chickens. Volunteers reside in the 80 year old rustic homestead cabin which has 3 private rooms. There is a separate kitchen and dining room where volunteers prepare their own foods, largely with the basic ingredients we provide together with a few veggies available in the garden.
The WHERE and WHAT of what it means to you:
We are located 3 kilometers from public bus service with an hourly schedule into San Isidro, the regional supply depot 15 km away. Normally we go to town on Thursdays for the farmer's market and general town errands. The property has an internet connection and our friendly dogs, cats, and sheep are pleasant company for visitors.Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
JardinageS’occuper des animauxAide dans une fermeEntretien généralAide informatique/internetObjectifs de développement durable de l’ONU que cet hôte essaie d'atteindre
Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
Living here is an opportunity to engage in dynamic organic permaculture - tropical style. You can learn how we manage to survive on a rural property in a foreign country: how to grow, harvest and process coffee; how to care for many types of bananas; how to make and use homemade agricultural amendments. You can learn how to reinvigorate land after many generations of chemical use.
My husband and I are native English speakers though speak Spanish fluently. We mix with neighbors, locals and other expats to some extent, though really prefer working on our own projects. We are fairly versed in the local culture and traditions and are happy to share what we know.Aide
We prefer volunteers interested in being here for at least three weeks. If you are attracted to our mission of creating an integrated, organic, sustainable "farm" and have skills and energy to contribute, please get in touch. Let's talk about possibilities. Mainly we're interested in volunteers who are honestly interested in and EXCITED about creating an integrated, clean productive property and having fun in the process.
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Espagnol: CourantHébergement
Guests share the rustic original homestead cabin, with one room to each person or couple.
Basic meal ingredients are available for Workawayers to do their own cooking in the kitchen/dining room.Autres infos...
We never miss the large regional farmer's market on Thursdays In San Isidro del General, 15 km away - however we tend to stay in town all day on Thursdays in order to get our town business done.
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Accès Internet
Accès Internet limité
Nous avons des animaux
Nous sommes fumeurs
Familles bienvenues
Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads
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Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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Glad to hear you returned home without any issues. However we still miss you here at the farm. Yes it was truly nice to have the opportunity working with you, sharing stories of life and love as we picked and processed coffee, managed the banana plants, thinned out the bamboo, pruned trees and cared for the garden (plus all the… read more
We discovered many tropical fruit… read more
Son amorosos de la naturaleza y de los animales. Han hecho un trabajo tan lindo, son modelos para mi.
Pase momentos tan felices con ell@s y l@s… read more
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Glad to hear you returned home without any issues. However we still miss you here at the farm. Yes it was truly nice to have the opportunity working with you, sharing stories of life and love as we picked and processed coffee, managed the banana plants, thinned out the bamboo, pruned trees and cared for the garden (plus all the… read more
We discovered many tropical fruit… read more
Son amorosos de la naturaleza y de los animales. Han hecho un trabajo tan lindo, son modelos para mi.
Pase momentos tan felices con ell@s y l@s… read more
It’s also a… read more
Desde el primer día nos sentimos "como en casa", Starr y Jeff son excelentes anfitriones y siempre están pendientes de que no falte nada para el bienestar de los voluntarios.
La finca es hermosa!!! Llena de vida y biodiversidad.. Cada día fue… read more
Simone is no exception – but at the same time, he is fully exceptional. He arrived to our property with an agenda to learn as much as he could about independent living and for 3 weeks did not waiver. And for being a supportive helper, he is fantastic,… read more
Almost every day has been different and I really appreciated their targeted… read more
Every… read more
Thanks to you both for helping us with pruning clumps of bamboo AND… read more
And while Simon knows a considerable amount… read more
On the Finca there are many fruit… read more