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Hi, my name’s Jam. I’m originally from Australia, but I’ve been living in the Czech Republic for many years, working as a musician and selling vintage items. Since 2014, I’ve been restoring an old railway station between Prague and Plzeň, living and working here full-time as a solopreneur. Volunteers have played a huge role in bringing life, creativity, and care to the space, and I’m currently looking for people to join from the 15th for stays of two weeks to a month. If you’re interested in contributing meaningfully, working with purpose, and being part of something unique, please consider applying.
About the place:
The station is located in a quiet, forested region between Prague and Plzeň. A direct train will take you to Prague in an hour, and to Plzeň in 45 minutes. There’s a historic castle in Zbiroh just 3 km away, and many lakes, walking trails, and cycling routes in the area. The nearest working train station is Kařez, about a 10–15 minute walk away (please ask me for the exact path — it’s not on Google Maps).
About the project:
I live at an old railway station that’s also a protected cultural monument. I host travelers who help with simple daily tasks — gardening, restoring parts of the building, creative projects, and general upkeep. It’s a peaceful environment for people who enjoy history, hands-on work, and cultural exchange.
We cook and share meals together, and I do my best to provide food to volunteers. That said, I also welcome people bringing their own food and contributing to what we prepare and eat together. Any food brought into the station must be vegetarian, out of respect for the shared space and values here.
This is not a business — it’s a personal, community-oriented project that thrives on collaboration and creativity.
Looking ahead:
Originally I set this up as a non-profit, but due to administrative hurdles and lack of institutional support, I’ve had to shift gears. I’m now transitioning toward a new model: combining hands-on work with digital development. I’m in the process of establishing a new non-profit in Estonia focused on open-source and digital collaboration. If you’re a coder, tech-savvy, or just curious, I’d love to share the GitHub projects I’ve been developing. We’re actively encouraging the use of AI and digital tools as a way of adapting this historic station to the modern age. The goal is to connect the past and the future — keeping the soul of the place while giving it new relevance.
A few practical things:
• Energy use: Please use hot water and electricity mindfully. Prices have risen, and the climate is changing — so cold washing and common sense are encouraged.
• ID registration: All foreign volunteers must be registered with the foreign police. I will need to take your ID on arrival and log your stay. This is a legal requirement.
• Accommodation: I live on-site. The building has six flats, private land, and its own water supply. There’s room to grow things. I also live with four very friendly cats.
• For van travellers: You’re welcome if self-contained, but I can’t provide electricity hookups or sewage disposal. Please be mindful — this is a conservative, post-Soviet area, and local residents can be sensitive to noise and unfamiliar behaviour. If you’re arriving with pets or a large van, we’ll need to talk first. All vehicle guests must also be registered with the foreign police.
If you’re creative, independent, and interested in helping shape something real — both physically and digitally — you’ll fit in well here.
Important: When contacting me, please start your message with “Hi Jam” so I know you’ve read the profile. Otherwise, I’ll reply with: “Please read the profile.”
Profile updated regularly using a large language model.Tipos de ajuda e oportunidades de aprendizado
Trabalho beneficente
Projetos artísticos
Prática de idiomas
Ajuda em projetos ambientais
Jardinagem
Construção/faça você mesmo
Cuidar de animais
Ajuda em fazenda
Criar/cozinhar refeições caseiras
Ajuda a cuidar da casa
Manutenção geral
Ajuda com computadores/internet
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Oportunidades de intercâmbio cultural e aprendizado
Cultural Exchange & Free Time
Experience daily life at a peaceful heritage site while contributing to its preservation.
This is a unique opportunity to slow down, live simply, and share meaningful moments with other volunteers.
Enjoy local sights like Zbiroh Castle, forest trails, lakes, and traditional Czech villages.
The station is a 10–15 minute walk from Kařez train station (direct to Prague and Plzeň) and also served by the Borek bus stop.
For maps, tips, and links to my blog about the project and region, just ask.
Typical Volunteer Tasks
Tasks vary depending on the season and your skills, but may include:
• Sanding & varnishing floors
• Painting and restoring windows
• Building pallet gardens
• Gardening and beekeeping assistance
• Cleaning and organizing vintage interiors
• Photographing and documenting items for archive purposes
• Cooking and shared meal prep
• Helping with open-source digital projects and non-profit setup (Estonia-based)
Please Note:
Volunteers are not involved in any of my private business activities (such as Airbnb or Booking.com).
All help is focused on the care, maintenance, and revitalization of the heritage-listed railway station.
This is a cultural exchange, not a job or work placement.
Volunteer Agreement & Practical Info
• This is a friendly, non-binding arrangement — not an employment contract.
• Once accepted, you hold a spot (I host a limited number of people at a time).
• You’re free to leave at any point, but please communicate in advance if possible.
• All foreign guests must be registered with the Czech foreign police.
• EU guests must have valid Czech health coverage.
• Non-EU guests: please send a copy of your insurance policy showing Czech coverage before arrival.
• Hot water and electricity are shared resources — please conserve energy and wash clothes cold (1 load/week).
• I can offer a discount code (10–20% off) for a partner hostel in Prague 7 — ideal for weekend trips.
This project receives no EU or state subsidies. It is entirely self-funded by the owner of the building. “Jam” The property carries no debt and is owned outright, with no bank or financial partnerships involved. All volunteer contributions are directed solely toward the care and revitalization of the cultural monument.Ajuda
There are many rooms and areas needing attention:
• Stripping old vinyl floors & removing rubble
• Sanding & varnishing floors; sanding & painting windows
• Cleaning, washing, light electrical & plumbing fixes
• Building pallet gardens & garden prep (seeding, soil moving)
• Vintage-furniture work: packing, photographing & listing online
• Beekeeping support; cooking assistance
• Digital & blockchain projects: I’m forming a new Estonia-registered non-profit and exploring metaverse expansions, decentralized solopreneurship, blockchain tech, and open-source tools. Coders, Web3 enthusiasts, and anyone curious about decentralized collaboration, environmental sustainability, and regional development are very welcome.
Expectations:
• Help 4–5 hours/day, focusing fully on tasks.
• Bring a positive, adaptable attitude and be ready to collaborate.
What to Bring (and What I Provide):
• Flip-flops for the showers (spares available if you travel light)
• Towel (spares available)
• Work clothes & boots (I can lend gear if needed)
• Season-appropriate layers
• Common sense—safety gear (gloves, eye & ear protection) is provided and must be used whenever you choose to handle tools or materialsIdiomas
Idiomas
Inglês: FluenteEste anfitrião oferece intercâmbio de idiomas
Este anfitrião indicou que tem interesse em compartilhar seu idioma ou em aprender um novo.
Entre em contato com ele para obter mais informações.Acomodação
Accommodation & Provisions
• Vegetarian meals (3× daily)
• Bed in a shared room (sheets & duvet cover provided)
• Shower: every second evening
• Laundry: 1 cold-water load/week (bring clean clothes; powder provided)
• Internet available
• Energy & water: please conserve hot water and electricity
• Early departures (<2 weeks stay or leaving mid-week): you’ll work on your final day
Your experience here depends on attitude, communication and clear goals. Before arrival, read my blog (ask me for the link) and tell me how you plan to help. This is a vegetarian household in a conservative Czech community—if you have strict dietary/health needs around food, or aren’t open to collaborative, open-minded dialogue, please consider carefully whether this project is the right fit.Algo mais...
Nearby Castles & Sights
• Zbiroh & Točník: bike-friendly trails from the station (≈ 3 km to Zbiroh).
• Karlštejn & Křivoklát: direct train from Kařez.
• Lakes: two beautiful small lakes right by the station—ideal for a quiet walk and enjoying nature. These lakes aren’t suitable for swimming, but there are designated swimming spots within easy walking distance (ask me for details).
Transport & Practical Tips
• Train & bus times: check (search “Kařez,,Borek”).
• Bus stop “Borek”: immediately outside the station; service is infrequent—arrive a few minutes early, carry exact change, and note which side of the road your return bus will stop on. Local drivers can seem brusque; a smile goes a long way.
• Path to Kařez station: a 10–15 min walk along an unmarked trail—ask me for precise directions.
Weekend & Excursions
• Prague day trip:
• Depart Kařez ~ 15:35
• Return Prague → Kařez at 23:22 (arrive ~ 00:22)
• Warning: if you miss that, the next train isn’t until ~ 04:32 (Apr–Oct only; no Sat-night service).
• Plzeň visit (≈ 40 min):
• Last direct train back ~ 20:40 (no hostels in Plzeň—plan ahead)
• Highlights: Pilsner Urquell Brewery tours; depo2015 makerspace & café; Jewish Synagogue exhibitions; tea houses Perlová čajovna & Čajovna u Pekla.
Getting to/from Prague Airport
• Use the PID app for a multi-zone ticket—110 Kč covers 3 hours of travel across Prague’s network, including all the way to Kařez.Mais alguns detalhes
Acesso à internet
Acesso à internet limitado
Temos mascotes
Somos fumantes
Pode hospedar famílias
Pode hospedar nômades digitais
Yes, digital nomads are welcome. We have reliable Wi-Fi and quiet spaces for focused work. But it’s important that you don’t treat the station as a free hostel. If you plan to work around your own schedule, that’s fine — but before you arrive, you need to have clear goals and a clear idea of how you’ll contribute to the project. After hosting over 500 volunteers, I’ve learned that low effort and vague intentions don’t work well here. If you arrive with that kind of attitude, it affects everyone, and I may ask you to leave.
Espaço para estacionar campervans
We’re open to people arriving with their own vans and staying in them, but there are a few important things to keep in mind. The station is in a fairly conservative area of a post-Soviet country, where locals may be cautious around foreigners. So it’s really important to respect the community, keep noise low, and be mindful of the Airbnb guests and other people staying on the property. I don’t provide electricity hookups or any sewage disposal facilities for campervans, so you’ll need to be self-contained. Pets are a possibility, but it all needs to be discussed in advance. I’ve also had past issues with things going missing, so if you’re staying in a vehicle, you must register with the foreign police. This is standard in the Czech Republic and helps ensure everything is above board.
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What struck me most was Jam's constant thoughtfulness. He always made… read more
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What struck me most was Jam's constant thoughtfulness. He always made… read more
Jam is very friendly and generous, treating us to lunch, car rides around Kařez, tickets to the local castle and much more. The station is steeped in history… read more
The location of the Station is excellent. There are many beautiful walks and stunning nature around the area. The history of Karez is also fascinating. Prague and Plzen are quite close by train, making them great places to visit during your free… read more
Jam always ensured what we could do in our working time and have fun in our free time.
He sometimes took us to the castle, grocery store, and Asian restaurant... after work. Also, I liked the cozy atmosphere at the old station with many political conversations.
Making food with other volunteers, playing… read more
Between chopping wood, painting doors and changing bedsheets there is always something to do at the station and the time flies.
Jam is an amazing host, always helpful and thoughtful, showing us around the city ( the amazing lake and… read more
During dinner Jam and I shared our point of view about life and economic. It was very interesting and educational.
I think we… read more
Jam as a host is awesome. He is full of ideas for the station so there are plenty of projects to do, it s not possible to get bored here. Plus he is someone very interesting, curious and open to new cultures, so we had very nice discussions over the dinner/lunch with all the… read more
Jam is a very… read more
I had a really nice time at the station. Unfortunately there were no other workawayers there most of the time I was there but Jam always made sure I had something to do (showing me Plsen, the village, local walks, ice cream etc).
The work was always fair and the gnocchi always deliciousss. There’s also three… read more
The countryside was beautiful in the snow, and it was nice to work with other Workawayers. We did a variety of things like sanding doors to be painted, hauling things up to the attic, and sweeping out the basement. I liked chopping wood and had great fun… read more
Thank you for every task you took on and for being such a positive energy at the station. If… read more
I was the only volunteer there, which is not usual, but Jam made sure I was okay with this beforehand and I gotta say that overall I actually appreciated being more on my own, having time to write and read, as well as enjoying the… read more
This was my first and only Workaway experience, and I couldn’t have wished for a better one! Even though I was there for only one week, Jam and the other workers gave me the full experience - celebrated my birthday, took me to the nearby sightseeing spots, and much… read more
The work was also interesting, did some wood chopping, roof changing from an litle building outside and paint removing from old doors !
Just hope the weather will be a litle bit… read more
He has lots of projects and always full of new ideas. For who need to improve english this is the place!! Australian humor is something that i remember for whole my life :)
Many laughs in the house, porridge is a must and share this experience… read more
He is welcoming, he likes speaking of everything. He gave us some work (chopping wood and digging holes for planting trees) and we always did a break at the middle of the work.
I really feel like home.
Jam cooked every day for us, usuelly porridge and soups (yummy).
I just wanted to stay longer when I… read more
Thanks you guys ! Hope we'll meet soon again.
The place is pretty nice, Jam did verywell with this old building but there is still a lot of opportunities ! Jam is a nice guy who does the best for the workawayers. He brought us to castle, plzen,etc. Also the 3 cats are wonderful and I miss them :'( A nice forest is close to… read more
I spent 2 weeks there together with 2 other volunteers and it was really good experience, Jam is a prime host, puts much effort into the communication and really cares that people actually have good time while volunteering and discover the nearby area.
For the days off I… read more
I stayed for a whole month and enjoyed every single day of my stay.
Good memories have been made, I'm sure you will make some as well!
I worked mainly with cleaning and gardening and enjoyed company of Jam, other volunteers and three cats. I'm sure you won't be bored with Jam. For me the station is like from a novel or a dream, a bit unreal, unusual.
Nature is nearby and… read more
Besides he cares to show you the area.
Thanks for the great experience Jam, sorry for eating all the wraps ;)
Jam is a great host, an interesting character who made us feel more than welcome. He took us to a few local attractions and always made sure we had cooked meals to eat.
The experience was definitely made better by having… read more
About project and place:
Beautiful railway station amidst the nature,it's a bungalow, it's a station, it's a guest house, it's a home. Got to learn new things like painting, weeding, about antiques , how to manage people & time like Jam,… read more
We had a lot of fun with Jam and the others… read more
A lot of places are quite similar but this is something unique. Its the location and the fact that there are always people around that make the place so interesting. Also Jam is is a great character. Good humor, knows all kinds of things - you can learn a lot… read more
We mostly worked outdoor in order to rehabilitate the area around the rails but there is a great diversity of tasks to be done throughout the station. So it’s easy to find your role and it's gratifying to see the results after a few… read more
It was definitely an experience like no other, in a good way of course!
The building itself is a joy to stay in and explore, full of history and all of Jam's cool vintage stuff.
The area it's situated in is really lovely too, plenty of exploring to be done! Jam took us on a couple of volunteer… read more
It was interesting to find more new rooms.
I've met a lot of kind and friendly people there.
I'll remember those warm dinners conversations for a long time.
So, Jam is a really amazing man. He's the funniest… read more
It was a completely new experience for me being in another country and as well as language experience. Glad to help and nice to meet you! Successes in improving station!
But in the old train station and with Jam it can happen.
The old station is a super cool place, surrounded by rolling hills and some lakes, and Jam is an open and attentive host with his volunteers. Furthermore, talking to him is always very… read more
We stayed in the station for two weeks. Plenty of jobs to do there. Jam will find a task suitable for everyone who wanna help. We were doing some gardening and carpentry tasks among others.
Jam is a extraordinary person who is… read more
Rach and I had a great time. Such a good experience and great way to learn more about the countries culture. Jam is a very knowledgeable, courteous man, who took plenty of time out of his own schedule to show us around the town and make sure we were feeling comfortable. Would recommend this workaway to anyone interested.… read more
During my… read more
Jam as a host was highly accommodating and flexible with our needs. He is keen on big conversations, mainly focused around politics and technology. We also enjoyed the company of his three… read more
Work was fun, I enjoyed sanding and waxing the floor, rewarded with a delicious cup of ginger tea ;)
For the Czech Republic national day he took us to Prague at the restaurant and at the concert… read more
Jam is a very interesting and nice guy, and the work is not hard at all.
I definitely recommend it!
We had a very good time in Zbiroh, the project is very interesting and Jam is such a good person, he provides good food and accommodation.
Jam is great and makes you feel at home, and cook nice and he is really thoughtful for the workawayers
Also its beautiful around and there is some nature to see
Jamison needs help in the normal routine of a B&B and general maintenance. It is nothing difficult, so you'll be fine with it, and… read more
I don't know if it was a matter of… read more
Jam couldn't behave better as a host, he took us to many of the… read more
Thank you for letting me stay at unique train station!
When it comes to each jobs, he had proper instruction and put workers under reasonable condition (no overwork and enough food supply)
After work( about after 14 ~ 15 pm), we can get enough time to do my stuff and he sometimes suggested lovely picnic and tour around the region.
Anyway… read more
It was a really good experience and I'd recommend it.
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I worked restoring some windows, cutting back the overgrowth and various oddjobs. I'd mentioned to Jam that I wanted to learn some practical skills so he went out his way to ask someone to show how to do new… read more
But i really think he is a good man and you ll have a nice time there.
I stayed with my girlfriend at James' place for 1 week and he was very kind. The work we had to do was simple and we had a… read more
The down points were a… read more
Jam is an amazing host, providing homely food and always has some odd jobs to be done, meaning there's always something interesting to do!
Jam took us out on trips in the evening, after a days work, which means you get to… read more
I'M not bilingual so at the beginin it was dificult to be easy with the language but at the end, with the help of everybody, I got it better. I did my best un order to renew the station, jobs were funny with everybody!!
Jam is a great person that you can speak well with him.
I recommand… read more
We were doing different stuff every day, head the afternoon to walk around and jam took us to see many places.. He really puts an effort in showing you around and letting you… read more
We spent one week there with 6 other workawayers and had a wonderful time. We've been working on our own project that was evolving depending on the situations we were facing. It was very interesting to discuss about new solutions daily.
Besides the working part,… read more
The railway station is so beautiful. The meals are all eaten communally and usually… read more
The railway station is also a… read more
Thanks for making my stay such a pleasant one. Working with you was a great experience and I can guarantee I will take many positive things out of it. I really wish you success on your project and the best of luck.
If you, volunteer, plan to help Jam, you have nothing to worry about. He always makes sure you're okay with the job you… read more
Jam pays attention to give the… read more
Jam is a great host and was always working with us. The railway station has so much potential and Jam was open to hearing our ideas of what projects could be undertaken. I'm excited to come and revisit the station in the near future and see how far it has… read more
I got to spend a week at the station with two other workawayers and we had a great time and never went hungry.
Jam's project is so interesting and I'm looking forward to seeing progress on my next visit to the Czech republic.
- thank you Jam!
You were really super to have at the station. Things got a little chaotic while Katerina was at the station, as we had a student film being made. She was great, polite, easy going and got on with everyone without a fuss. Working hard, and never a complaint. Thanks so much for your efforts. Looking forward to a trip to Estonia :)… read more
Ok, now less… read more
Jam is a very welcoming host and a nice and interesting person to be around! He made sure I had everything I needed and helped me to go and visit… read more
The place is very nice. Living in a giant railway station (the place is absolutely huge), and bringing the building back to life was fantastic. It has all kinds of things abandoned building should have - metal cabinets with old documents in them, old piano, attic full of vintage stuff which Jam sells, and… read more
Hes a very nice and welcoming guy, always with an interesting topic of conversation and an easy going approach to life.
It was so nice being warm by the fire in the kitchen after finishing with the work for the day, which was after lunch on most days due to the early start (which was great for… read more
I was stay very good and work it's right.
The station is a fantastic place and i'm happy to have past this good time with Jam, that's a great host.
Thank you for all!
Very fun people to have at the station. Admire them taking on the world and doing what they do. They helped out mostly with painting a flat and did a good job. Hope to meet again. Thanks a lot.
Excuse the late response with feedback. Gerard was a good inspiration to all the other workaway people. Always looking to help out and doing the job properly. Thanks a lot.
Thanks a lot for your help at the station. Excuse delay with feedback.. Hope to meet again down the track. Help was much appreciated.
I stayed in his station for 5 days doing workaway and I only have good things to say. The place is great and the project of renovating it is amazing.
You can expect a positive environment staying with him.
Recommended host.
It was great working for Jam, he is generous and genuinely funny which makes any stay at the station a very pleasent time. I had a good… read more
Jamison is a really cool and awesome guy
always provide a lot of healthy food and make some joke
together we made the station become better :D
There's a really good vibe going on… read more
Sorry for the delay in response. I wanted to get to the cottage and its taken me sometime, wanted to see the work you had done. The cottage looked great. Thanks a lot for your efforts.
For others looking to employ Will. Will is a really nice man, he has a lot of great ideas about fashion, how fashion can be and where things are going… read more
For others looking to have Alex work for them. Alex is good company, although he only did the work away for the weekend, as he had made other plans, i think if he had stayed longer we would have worked well together. Hope to see you… read more
For others looking to have Geneva as a helper, she is relaxed, polite and able to offer good advice on how to do things differently. Very independent, open minded, on time and easy to get along with.
I'd be interested in working in the cottage and the storage space outside… read more
For those looking to have Chantel work for them. She is polite, Keen, hard working, always ontime, kind and easy to get along with. Wishing you much success with life and… read more
He has a really retro vintage business which is definitely worth having a look at if in Prague.
Thanks for your time and keep me updated :)
Thanks for your help. Really appreciated your help with getting the music promo to happen and interesting to hear about your studies in nanoscience and the life from Denmark to Spain.
For others looking to employ Jose. Jose is a great worker when dealing with things in his fashion. Fast and efficient. Interesting to talk with, on… read more
Thanks a lot for you help. I'm sorry that we had so many days of rain for your stay in Prague. We got a lot done though, and i really appreciated that you were so interested to help me with the music, and get things back up and running. Would be great to meet in Italy and perform some music shows in your area.
For others looking to… read more
Jam is an interesting musician and we've been also working on his music project, we'll be in touch for his next european… read more
A big thanks for all your help. We got a lot done, when you started my listings were in a mess, for the first time in a while i can say things are in order. Was a real pleasure to work with you. Learn't a lot.
thanks,
For others looking to have Luke work for them. Luke really transformed my business in lot ways. Gave me a whole new… read more
For others looking to have James work for them. James is easy going and interesting to work with. Happy to do anything you would… read more