Volunteer at a permaculture project in Cholla-nam-do, South Korea

Infos

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  Description

  The long-term goal is to design and build an inspiring permaculture project that demonstrates on a small scale how to create a resilient life style coexisting with nature. It is a challenging aspiration as the reality of construction material costs have risen drastically and finding affordable skilled labor in natural earthen building is increasingly difficult. The volunteers have helped immensely to develop this project forward.
  Last year, I bought a small land in a remote village and started renovation on an old house originally built in 1957. It is a hanok house, traditional Korean wood and earth architecture, and includes a kudeul room, radiated earthen floor through a wood fired flue system that is unique to Korea. Most of the renovation is finished. Remaining work within the house is interior wood work and detailing of the kitchen. Future aspirations include demonstration gardens, outdoor kitchen, earth oven, compost toilet, outdoor shower/ bath, new water system piping spring water from the mountains on to the land. Slowly the dream is being manifested. The masterplan design for this small project is still in progress.
  The main help needed at the moment is construction, carpentry and decorative work, design build of the kitchen and interior spaces. Also cement and piping work for an outdoor pond for grey water system. I am looking for strong people who can handle physical work and have some skills with carpentry tools or a high interest in construction and woodworking. The secondary work is on-going which is maintaining the garden spaces and in cleaning the tiny guesthouse. I am very interested in finding 1 volunteer who is interested in a long term stay 3-6 months or even longer if it’s the right fit with a strong independent mindset interested in all things permaculture to help manage the project.
  I receive alot of requests from those interested but please message me only if you have a serious interest and some experience is a plus. I am not the best at checking and responding to the slew of messages here as I am often running around with outdoor tasks. So patience is appreciated if I don’t respond in a timely manner. Also when volunteers are here, flexibility and independence is very essential to be a good fit here as tasks will vary depending on the needs at the time of volunteering and also weather sensitive. Volunteers should come with this in mind as they may not only work on what they prefer but what is most urgent in the help needed. And direct communication is also requested to make adjustments as needed so that it is a good experience for everyone.
  The work is usually 5 hours a day mostly in the morning 5 days a week with 2 days off and all food is provided on work days but not on days off. The meals are freshly cooked with as much from the garden as possible and mostly vegetarian or pescatarian. I can adjust the food depending on volunteers request if they are vegan or have certain allergies.
  Lunches are prepared for volunteers but it is preferable if volunteers can prepare their own breakfast and dinner in the evening with whatever is in the kitchen or in the garden. This way, the host can rest in the evenings. Occasionally there will be special meals prepared together or bbqs in the evening when there is time and energy.
  If you’re keen on permaculture, this place is waiting for you!

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Projets artistiques

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  Aide dans une ferme

  Cuisine/repas pour la famille

  Aide à la maison

  Entretien général

  Aide informatique/internet
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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

  Travelers can learn about permaculture in the local korea context. esp about the wild mountains greens foraged in these high mountains which is why the regional Cholla-nam-do food is famous. they can experience the local life and famous history of the jirisan mountains. There are many beautiful temples, hikes and scenic sunset viewpoints high in the mountains overlooking the samjigang river.
  The owner of the project is Korean-American, born in Cholla-nam-do, Korea and raised in the US. She returned to Korea as an adult and decided to settle here. She is managing the work alone without a partner or nearby family which has its challenges. The numerous volunteers who have come through last year, not only gave valuable support but have taught her about the universal connections and struggles and joys in life. They have become her transient community. This project has evolved immensely through their enthusiastic help and has been such a blessing.
  She is a fellow wanderluster herself, curious about other cultures and ways of life. Her extensive travels around the world have often been more an inner journey to expand deeper understandings and shared connections into our humanity.

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  Aide

  If you are highly motivated and can take self initiative on creative projects with interests in sustainable living, natural farming, natural building, alternative energy, water systems, permaculture land design, handcrafts, farm to table - cooking directly from the garden, alternative education, foraging wild edibles, etc. then this might be a good fit for you!
  Please keep in mind, this is not an established project, it is in progress and on a very small scale.
  
  The work varies from day to day based on the weather and needs. Please specify which skill sets you can offer, work experiences you have so far gained and what interests you would like to develop or learn.

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  Langues parlées

  Anglais: Courant
  Korean: Intermédiaire

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  Hébergement

  Depending on the time of volunteering, accommodations are either dormitory style large room or private small room for two. It has traditional Korean style sleeping on the floor so there are no beds, just yoga mat or floor futons with blankets. If you have your own sleeping bag, good to bring. Facilities are modern with hot water and heated floors.
  
  But if you prefer the outdoors and have your own tent, there is space to camp out under the stars nearby!
  
  *there is high speed WiFi Internet here, but you may want your own data plan if you’re moving around Korea before or after coming here.

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  Autres infos...

  The landscape is stunning and there is much to explore if you are a nature mountain lover. Depending on the work at the time, volunteers will have afternoons or mornings free and certain free days to explore the area as they wish. There is a local bus nearby that runs hourly. If we have time, we can also see some other projects or scenic sites by car!

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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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  Espace pour garer des vans

  Cet hôte a de la place pour les vans.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Deux

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