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Outgrown garden project looking for help!

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The experience

Last year we had a lot of time and helping hands to build our edible garden project here at the hostel. We have a large area planted with native species like yuca, banana, platano, malanga, etc. a funcioning compost system and a compost toilet. We are looking for experienced hands to get the garden back into shape and producing more edible plants and vegetables. We also have fruit trees that need to be planted in public spaces.

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

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

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

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

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.

Surf lessons: Take free surf classes at the local beaches.

Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

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

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Requirements

Intermediate Spanish or Intermediate English

Over 25 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

We are looking for an independant participant with experience in garde work as we would like to get our large garden back into shape and produce more food for the hostel kitchen.

Activities & Shift

we would like you to work 4hrs/day weeding, planting, designing our garden. We are flexible with hours and days you are working with us

Rules

We are living a healthy lifestyle here with our children and house guests and are looking for a good fit. If you are interested in sustainable living and are a fan of the natural environment with experience in planting please send us your application. we don't allow drug use