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Experience life in a scenic place in Nes, Norway

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The experience

Our farm is located 45 minutes from Oslo and 20 minutes from Gardermoen, beautifully set by the river Vorma. We run a glamping site, with also a restored barn used for events like Christmas markets, weddings, and retreats. We also care for animals such as alpacas, ponies, mini-pigs, and hens.

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Intermediate English

Over 21 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

European Union Passport

Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

What we expect:
Proactive, practical people who can work independently, help with outdoor farm projects and animal care, and ideally stay for a few months.

What you can expect:
A friendly farm by the river with varied tasks, simple guidance to get started, a private room on-site, and easy access to Oslo and the surrounding area.

Activities & Shift

- Feed our alpacas, mini pigs, chickens, and Shetland ponies, and help keep their areas clean and tidy.
- Support small DIY projects around the farm like painting, organizing, chopping wood, gardening, and general maintenance.
- Help set up and pack down the barn for events (for example our yearly Christmas market).

Rules

- Keep shared spaces clean and tidy.
- Be respectful and considerate of each other.
- It’s an old building, so please keep noise down after 22:00.
- Be proactive and take initiative.