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Raspberry harvest on a family organic farm

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The experience

An organic farm in a beautiful, peaceful corner of the world. We grow juicy raspberries and care for a few friendly farm animals. Surrounded by green hills and nature, our farm is the perfect place to relax, enjoy the fresh air and experience life close to living in harmony with nature , offering volunteers a calm and inspiring environment to connect with the outdoors and farm life.

What you offer

5 hours of help per day

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

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

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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

What you get

1 day 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.

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

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.

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

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.

Requirements

Intermediate English or Intermediate German

Between 20 and 50 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

Family- run organic farm. We grow raspberries and raise Highland cattle, along with chickens and ducks. We also have friendly dogs and a cat, so animal lovers will feel right at home. Our farm is nestled in a sunny, green, peaceful area surrounded by forest.

We welcome volunteers from the beginning of May until the start of October, depending on season.

Volunteers have a separate building to stay in, which includes sleeping areas, a shared space for socializing, a kitchen and a bathroom. There is also outdoor area to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

On the farm, volunteers can help with variety of tasks: picking raspberries , weeding, organising, carrying for animals, repairs, cleaning, and many other activities.

You will get hands-on experience with sustainable and ecological farming, enjoy a mix of hard work, fun and relaxation, and connect with nature and calm, friendly environment.

Activities & Shift

- raspberry picking
- weeding
- cleaning and organising
- repairs and maintenance
- carrying for our friendly animals
and many many other fun and varied tasks.

Early morning shifts (in picking season also at 5 a.m.) and afternoon shifts 5 p.m., 6 p.m.- depends on weather. In total 5 hours per day.

**Please read our profile description for more information**

Rules

We are looking for volunteers who are genuinely interested in our farm and lifestyle. Please read our profile carefully and tell us why you feel this would be a good match. for you.
To help us understand your motivation, please mention the word "raspberries" in your application message.

Our space is shared, so we appreciate a positive and open atmosphere. Volunteers are encouraged to help out when needed- if you see something on the ground, or notice a task that needs doing, lending a hand is always welcome.
We value honesty, respect, cleanliness and punctuality. please avoid negativity, keep shared places tidy and contribute to a friendly, cooperative environment.

Volunteers who do not respect the rules, create a negative atmosphere, or are consistently uncooperative may be asked to leave.