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Hi, I'm Karl.
I’ve returned to this small city a few years ago to embark on a new adventure. Regarding olives :)
So i'm asking for help!
Embark on a unique journey in Crete, where you can immerse yourself in the ancient art of olive cultivation while pioneering sustainable farming. We're transforming a traditional olive orchard into a beacon of sustainability, and we need your help. Whether you're passionate about eco-friendly practices, eager to learn about regenerative agriculture, or want to experience the rich culture of Crete, this volunteer opportunity offers it all. Join us to learn, grow, and make a tangible impact on the environment and community. Become part of Crete's Green Olive Revolution
Tipos de ajuda e oportunidades de aprendizado
Ajuda em projetos ambientais
Jardinagem
Construção/faça você mesmo
Ajuda em fazenda
Interesses
Praia
Autodesenvolvimento
Sustentabilidade
Tecnologia
Idiomas
Astronomia
Arquitetura
Oportunidades de intercâmbio cultural e aprendizado
During the quieter autumn, winter, or spring months, our small city offers a more relaxed and authentic atmosphere. It’s the perfect time to engage in a meaningful cultural exchange and learning experience, as the pace slows down and you can truly connect with the local way of life. This project is all about creating an outdoor spot from the ground up, giving you the chance to be part of a hands-on effort while discovering the hidden aspects of the area that most visitors don’t get to see.
You'll have the opportunity to interact with locals, participate in daily routines, and experience the charm of the off-season in a way that goes far beyond typical tourism. What makes this experience special is the chance to collaborate, share skills, and learn together as we work towards building something unique.
I’m always around (no vacations for me! 😄) to guide the project, share local insights, or simply have a chat. If you’re open-minded and ready for an adventure, this stay promises to be enriching and unforgettable.
Ajuda
Step into a world of transformation on Crete's sun-drenched olive groves. Depending on when you join us, your role might include:
Pruning for Prosperity: Shaping the future of our olives by pruning branches to promote healthy growth.
Nourishing Nature: Enhancing soil and tree health with organic fertilization methods, ensuring our olives thrive without harming the environment.
Clearing the Way: Taming the wild with machinery to cut back weeds, making space for our olives to flourish.
Soil Superheroes: Experimenting with natural ways to enrich the soil, turning the ground beneath our feet into a nutrient-rich haven.
Minor Field Magic: Assisting in small but impactful tasks around the orchard, from fixing up pathways to ensuring our terraces are safe and solid.
Infrastructure Innovation: Help us upgrade our access by laying cement on roads, enhancing steps between terraces, and setting up a base camp with tents, hot water, and eco-friendly compost toilets.
Fence Fortification: Securing our land's borders by adjusting metal fences and constructing or repairing dry stone walls to support our terraces.
Water Wisdom: Automate our irrigation for efficiency, conserve water, and protect our soil from erosion with clever, sustainable solutions.
Entrance Enhancement: Crafting a new, welcoming metal entrance to our olive haven.
Tree Tidying: Freeing young trees from protective cages, planting new ones, and setting up mosquito traps to keep our olives pest-free.
This is your chance to be part of a living legacy, where your hands help shape a more sustainable future for Crete's olive groves.
There’s no need for expert skills, just a willingness to get involved and learn as we go. Your efforts will add valuable touches and help shape this space.
No help regarding any business activity is being asked.
Idiomas
Idiomas
Greek: Fluente
Inglês: Fluente
Italiano: Fluente
Japonês: InicianteEste anfitrião oferece intercâmbio de idiomas
Can teach you either Italian or Greek, just ask :)
Acomodação
The room i will host you is a 4 bed dorm with private bathroom/shower and a shared kitchen. It has a WiFi connecting to the fiber internet.
For the meals I can provide you with everything necessary for you to prepare yours.
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During your free time, there’s plenty to enjoy in our small city and beyond. You can explore the scenic coastlines, visit local monuments, or unwind at cozy bars. The bus system makes it easy to get around and discover different parts of the northern area.
If the opportunity arises, we can also venture out together to explore the more untouched spots in the south, uncovering some hidden gems along the way. There’s always something interesting to see, whether you’re up for a bit of adventure or simply want to take in the relaxed atmosphere.
Mais alguns detalhes
Acesso à internet
Acesso à internet limitado
Temos mascotes
Somos fumantes
Pode hospedar famílias
Pode hospedar nômades digitais
The room i will host you is a 4 bed dorm with private bathroom/shower and a shared kitchen. It has a WiFi connecting to the fiber internet.
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We truly appreciated his time here and would gladly welcome him back anytime!
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We truly appreciated his time here and would gladly welcome him back anytime!
Thank you Karl!
Thank you both for your help, we’d be happy to host you again anytime!
From the moment she arrived, she showed herself to be incredibly helpful, tackling every task we presented her with—even those unexpected ones—with enthusiasm and determination. Her kind and polite nature, paired with her radiant, solar smile, made every day brighter and more enjoyable for everyone… read more
She approached every task with a calm and determined attitude, never shying away from anything that needed to be done. Polite, respectful, reliable, and independent, she quickly became someone we could count on.
Thank you, Antonia, for the time you spent with us, it was truly appreciated!
Always eager to help and not avoiding any task even if boring or hard.
We shared a lot of laughs and experienced situations that for non locals could be surreal but being true, were the best examples of cultural exchange :D
Wish you all the best and looking… read more
I asked him if I could see his olive… read more
Fast learner, eager to help and many more. It's true when they say that time passes more quick when all is good and this month and a half passed really quickly.
I would absolutely recommend Hannah to any other host.
Actually i would be very lucky if one day decides to repeat the experience :D
Eager to help and learn, culturaly open minded.
One of the best workawayer been here!
Take care and see you soon.
