Come help our ecological project!

Singapore

5

I had an awesome experience with Padma & Piero in the lodge. They were very friendly & approachable. They are always willing to share their knowledge and know-hows. I got to try a variety of different task. (digging ditch to helping out with the bees) They also give you autonomy to do your task and doesn't micro manage. The dogs on the farm is amazing! I really mias them. They accompany me while i work. (: This ecological lodge is Highly recommend for those who wana learn about farming and the hosts are genuine & sincere. I will def be back if given the chance. Muchas gracias & Soham 🙏

5 months ago

Brazil

5

Amazing experience! the Center is a super beautiful place, I felt welcomed since the first day. I loved to be close with the dogs and the horses, I will miss them so so much. The animals are the cutest <3 The work is fair and enjoyable, and it was a breath of fresh air to be able to be around nature and mountains. The hosts are awesome people :)

7 months ago

Germany

5

We had such a good time at Padma's & Piero's place and already miss it (we are gone for only 1/2 day now haha)! We especially miss the interesting and funny conversations after lunch, the (sometimes creepy) movie nights, and their cozy home. They have such an open, warm-hearted & funny attitude, aaand always a good story to tell. We learned a lot about building, gardening, bees, history, how to get rid of miners (haha ask them about the story), Chilean culture, and much more. When I asked Henri what I should write in this review, he said “just write that everyone should go there!”

11 months ago

United States

5

Staying with Piero and Padma at the Center was an incredible experience. They were very welcoming and easy to talk to, and I felt comfortable there as soon as I arrived. They were great at accommodating the things we wanted to do and making time for trips into the city, and while the work was sometimes physically demanding it felt good to be doing work that contributed to the well-being of the land, and animals and people that live on it. I couldn't have asked for a better first experience, and I would be happy to go back and visit them any time. Gracias por todos!!

about 1 year ago

Piero replied

Thank you very much for your help and sharing your good energy with our project. Big greetings from everyone here, dogs, horses, chickens... and the entire 108 team! Next time with we will have more Boabom classes!!! be ready!

United States

5

I had an absolutely wonderful time at the Center and am so sad to leave. Pierro and Padma did an incredible job at providing us with warm and welcoming place to stay. Our work was mainly fire prevention and our days were always filled with good food, lots of laughs, and a bunch of horse and puppy love! Thanks for everything

about 1 year ago

Piero replied

Your visit was very good for us, thank you 108 times!! : ) you and Jordan made a great team! We are very grateful and happy to have shared with you. Wish you all the best! Everyone sends greetings! especially the crazy puppies :D

United States

5

My time at the Center Ecológico the Center will forever be in my heart. The memories/kindness I received while I was there was like no other! The moment I arrived they greeted me with open arms and treated me like family. I would truly consider them my family away from home. This was my first Workaway experience in South America and I am very grateful for the cultural immersion provided. This experience is truly like no other in Chile, what I learned on the farm will stay with me forever and it's nothing you can learn online or from a guide book. I look forward to visiting my the Center family again💖

about 1 year ago

Piero replied

We miss you so much Josie! You are an excellent person, you have all the qualities of a great volunteer... but beyond that, you make the best sushi in the world!! heheh : D Seriously; You are a great, intelligent, creative, artistic person. We are very grateful for your help. We wish you the best on your adventures, and we hope that one day in the future you will visit us again. A big SOJAMM!! from everybody here!

France

5

I will remember these two weeks passed with Piero y Padma all my life : I met amazing people, I felt like I was really immersed in this chilian culture, I laught, I've learned so many things about History, cultures, sports, about farming. This was wonderful experience to live and to relive ! Thank you so much for your sharing !

over 1 year ago

Piero replied

Thank you so much for all your help!! In addition to the great drawing you left that will forever remain at the heart of this project. Remember that you will have a place in the 108... even if you need to practice more aim... you already know hehehe : D

France

5

I had an absolute blast staying at the Center. Piero and Padma are so welcoming, generous and I learnt so much stuff with them. If you want to help a great place and take the time to connect with nature and new amazing people, I highly recommand you to come here. And they have the most amazing dogs ever !!

over 1 year ago

Piero replied

We are very grateful to you, and your friends, we can say that this summer we will be safer in our eternal fight to save the forest from fires and predation. You will always be welcome! Thank you so much!! Note: in addition to the great drawing you3 made.

France

5

Our experience at the Center was just amazing. I cannot express how wonderful these two weeks have been, and how filled with positivity and joy they were. We learned so much during our stay, met unique and incredible people, and we had lots of fun. The farm is just a place full of light. No stress there, even though the tasks are sometimes intense, but we always work with an optimistic point of view, and are always taught how to do our tasks with a smile. Honestly, this was a 10 out of 10 experience, and I would recommend anyone to go there (but only if you're willing to work!!)

over 1 year ago

Piero replied

Thank you very much! You have also been 10 out of 10! This is a hard time at work, however you and all your friends were excellent in your duties. Plus you have a great level of Karaoke!!! : D Amoa, Piero... all the clan, plus Yidam, Ayo, Tashi and the crazy Distel! Everyone here sends you many greetings. Always welcome.

Bolivia

5

Llegar al centro Ecológico el centro es un cambio revelador para tu camino. Conocer, aprender de Padma, Piero y toda la familia es un lugar especial. Un Reencuentro de sincronía, un camino nuevo de aprendizaje y reconexión. Una amistad de vida 🐕🐔🐓🐎🐝🌲🛖 Sojamm el centro 🫶

2 months ago

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