Regenerative land project in San Casciano dei Bagni, southern Tuscany, Italy

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  Description

  November update: Almost at the 2 month mark, we're going into a winter phase that aims to be richly busy; many things will keep us active, creative in continuous growth, expanding our vision aiming to open our future meditation and retreat centre in Spring 2027. The upcoming winter phase will be comprised off the following;
  
  ~ Olive Harvest in the first 2 weeks of the month.
  ~ Water management systems are being planned and soon to be implemented.
  ~ Fruit forest to be planted during the course of the month.
  ~ Agroforesty maintenance.
  ~ First small gathering hosting people in the land.
  ~ Opening roads, pathways leading to key points on the land: Olive grove, vineyards, forest trails.
  
  
  Ciao! Welcome to our land restoration project. From Italian "The Roots", this is a little paradise located in a 66 hectares Tuscan estate, immersed in the UNESCO protected Val d'Orcia. We are surrounded by green forests, olive groves, small medieval villages and naturals thermal springs built in the Roman Empire, known for their healing and therapeutic properties. Over the years, the vision is to evolve through active work on land regeneration, water management, building community as well as hosting retreats and workshops. Through joint experience, we will learn from the land how to best honour and restore it.
  
  The work begins on September 7th until end of the year. Our focus during this initial stage will be to set the foundations for eventual planting and food production systems, as well as hosting. The land has been untouched for some years, we will bring back paths, prepare the soil for farming, plant herb and flower gardens, fruit forests and make space for habitable areas that we can enjoy on our free time. The land holds a beautiful energy, with your help we can revive it into a space to welcome many people in years to come.
  
  The team brings together old and new friends joining intention into this project;
  
  ~ Marco, 40 from Rome is also a big traveller and deeply values the conscious moment. His work experience revolves around hospitality and regenerative development entrepreneurship with an international background across hospitality operations and experiential design. He as also worked on many retreats and land-based concepts, focusing on creating a warm atmosphere, human experience, beauty and meaningful spaces connected to nature.
  
  ~ Ren, 35 and his pup Moa from México listens, observes and serves the land talking to the trees and flowers along the way. Informed by ancient Tolteca teachings, permaculture and environmental sciences, he loves Nature and makes his purpose to see life thrive. He's walking this path to see our ground flourish. He's a permaculture designer, a professor for the International Baccalaureate Programme, a student of somatic practices, mainly fascia manouvering and calisthenics for health and longevity.
  
  ~ Britanie, 27 from Quebec has travelled for 5 years to study and learn about different cultures, alternative ways of living, permaculture and traditional medicine; She a certified massage therapist, yoga teacher and permaculture land designer. A big outdoor lover, a really good story teller but most importantly, a pro at having a good time! She really values human connections and community building.
  
  
  We are happily looking forward to meet you soon!
  
  Marco, Ren & Britt

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Projets artistiques

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Jardinage d'entretien

  Projets DIY créatifs

  Cuisine/repas pour la famille

  Aide à la maison
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Dessin et peinture

  

  Livres

  

  Art et design

  

  Animaux

  

  Cyclisme

  

  Fitness

  

  Politique/justice sociale

  

  LGBT+

  

  Dev. durable

  

  Dev. personnel

  

  Ferme

  

  Photographie

  

  Langues

  

  Jardinage

  

  Cuisine et alimentation

  

  Écriture

  

  Musique

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Bricolage / artisanat

  

  Montagne

  

  Danse

  

  Nature

  

  Yoga / bien-être

  

  Activités en plein air

  

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

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  Qu'est-ce que c'est ?
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  The place offers a rich learning experience for travelers who are curious and eager to connect deeply with nature and community life.
  You will have lots of time to enjoy the beautiful scenery, the thermal springs and the nearby town.

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  Aide

  The tasks will consist in Ground work and House duties, which we will all share. The 5-hour/day schedule is set to be done in the morning, so your afternoon is free. Occasional small tasks may be requested for the constant improvement of the house and our living conditions. Personal time is always respected.
  
  We will prioritize long-term commitment with flexibility for those who want to come for shorter time. Gardeners, farmers, professionals and enthusiasts as well as students are encouraged to apply.
  
  Physical and emotional health is a non-negotiable, we ask for commitment and respect to the land and people who will share space with you. Nature has a way of showing us truly to ourselves, though healing and grounding is not always pretty, we seek to honour that while keeping a clear view that this work requires our best intention every day.

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  Langues parlées

  Anglais: Courant
  Espagnol: Courant
  Français: Courant
  Portugais: Courant
  Italien: Intermédiaire
  Arabe: Débutant

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  Hébergement

  You would sleep in the main house where we have beautifil shared rooms with the capacity of hosting 2 people per room.
  
  We will provide 3 meals a day to be cooked by the volunteer time. Cooking, cleaning and organization of the house is taken care of by the volunteers. During days off we will provides all the food and equipment to cook for yourself.
  
  Outside of the allocated budget for the 3 meals per day, all extra expenses are covered by you, this means personal trips, food, personal items.

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  Autres infos...

  We are a bit remote in our little land, the place is more easily accessible by car and the closest bus stop is in Chiusi Scalo. We will pick you up from the nearest train station.
  
  Distance from towns and cities by car, not by public transport
  ~ 2 h' from Rome,
  ~ 2 h' Florence,
  ~ 1h 30' from Siena,
  ~ 20' from Chiusi Scalo
  ~ 15' from San Casciano dei Bagni
  ~ 20' from local thermals
  ~ 45' walking to Castello di Fighine

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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

  We will be living outside of the premises in very comfortable accomodation in Palazzone village, where we've started making friends and community. All services are provided, private/shared dorms will depend on the length of your stay, we will always ensure everyone is properly taken care of.

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  Cet hôte a de la place pour les vans.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Plus de 2

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  Mes animaux

  Moa (5 ans)

  Husky

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