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Volunteer as part of a small community in Southern France. We are situated in the foothills of the Pyrenees close to the Mediterranean Sea.

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The experience

We are a small permaculture project and animal sanctuary. Consisting of a forest garden with Olive, cork oak , carob & strawberry trees. We have rescued animals - donkeys, a pig, cats & dogs and rabb. A vegetable garden where we try to be as self sufficient as possible and much, much more.
Help is required with all aspects of a compassionate, sustainable lifestyle. All meals are vegan and we are non smoking. You will be most welcome to join us !

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.

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

Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Beginner English or Beginner French

Over 18 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

We live as a family style community and share most tasks. Help is also required at local markets.

Activities & Shift

From animal care, gardening , forestry and house work you will be involved in all aspects of life at AQFG. Shifts and days off are arranged between volunteers.

Rules

We expect volunteers to respect this is a vegan community.