Internship: ecology, biology, education and environmental

Brazil

5

It was great to be in Mizque, I really liked the city and the residents. Simon welcomed me very well!

over 2 years ago

Spain

4

I volunteered at the centre for two weeks. Simon and Jessica are great, the schedules are kept and the work is varied. I shared the days off with other volunteers and went by car to the river and waterfall to pass the heat and drought of November. I think it should be clarified that some of the activities that appear in their profile (for example meals or yoga classes) are just included in the permaculture course (195$) and need to be paid separately for volunteers. Food is 100 bs per week and is absolutely worth it. (fresh, varied, healthy). Thank you both so much for everything! 🥰

almost 2 years ago

Simon replied

We have since notified Worldpackers that the way their system prompts hosts to display available services gets mispresented as free to prospective volunteers.
We are very clear with what is and what isnt included before anyone arrives including with you. They are resolving this issue now.

As an aside, I went out of my way to teach you carpentry and support you over 2 mornings to make the door which would have taken me 30 minutes to make. There is no mention of such in your review. It can make a host feel unappreciated and recalcitrant to make such efforts over and above the agreed free exchange. Please bear this in mind in the future.

Germany

4

We spend 3 really nice weeks on the beautiful farm of Simon and Jessica. The food was always fresh and tasty. We know, by so many people around, it can get difficult to keep the places clean, but the kitchen could be a little bit tidier. We really enjoyed the company of all the other people around. We also learned a lot in the course, but missed a little the focus on gardening. Simon and Jessica where always helpful and welcoming and showed us great places, like canyons, rivers and waterfalls. We would defently recommend a stay with them.

over 2 years ago

Germany

4

The stay with Jessica and Simon was overall very pleasant. The work was well organized. Above all, the people and the daily fresh food were phenomenal. Unfortunately, we had to make small cuts in terms of cleanliness. We also found that the money spent on the course was not very worthwhile. We would have liked more information about gardening or plants and a little less political ideologies. We would still recommend the farm. The great Pizza night, the arm wrestling tournament, movie nights, plenty of games and amazing Tipps for waterfalls and hiking tours have been totaly worth it.

over 2 years ago

Simon replied

Thanks for your feedback on the course and other item. We have since put in place a schedule for cleaning of shared areas involving the volunteers. The course has also been modified to provide much more focus on plants, garden planning and gardening techniques with a lot more practical for that. The discussion around changing belief systems, the cycle and grief and societal solutions has been made an optional as we understand that, for some people, it is too hard to discuss openly.

Argentina

5

Al ser nuestra primera experiencia haciendo un voluntariado, no tuvimos ningún tipo de expectativas. Pero fue una experiencia increíble y super interesante! Aprendimos y ayudamos en proyectos sobre jardinería y construcción, y aprendimos a alimentar a distintos tipos de animales como perros, gatos, conejos, gallinas y patos. Simon y Jessica fueron super amables, pacientes y comprensibles en cada momento. Los vamos a extrañar! PD: Uno de los mejores momentos de nuestra experiencia fue jugar Monopoly Deal con Simon mientras tomabamos Kombucha y Ginger Beer!✨

about 2 months ago

Simon replied

Thanks Annie, you are both really sweet people. All the best.

Argentina

5

La experiencia con Simón y Jessica fue muy buena,hubo mucha buena onda,lo acordado se respeteto,Simón y Jessica fueron muy cálidos y comprometidos a enseñar y hacer que todo fluya de manera armoniosa,volvería a hacer otra voluntariado con ellos, gracias!!

about 1 year ago

Simon replied

Thanks Santino! We have to leave our review here as we're too slow. Santino is strong and very capable. We really enjoyed and appreciated his help. Highly recommended

Argentina

5

Mizque es un pueblito muy hermoso, donde la gente es super amable. La experiencia en la granja es muy linda! Es un hermoso lugar para permanecer un buen tiempo y aprovechar para aprender más de cómo funciona el espacio y la permacultura. Simon sabe mucho y le gusta compartir, asi que es un gran plan! Simon y Jessica son muy amables y aman los juegos de mesa, asi que si te gustan los juegos y comer rico y sano, es tu lugar. Me llevo muy lindos recuerdos y mucho amor de todos los perros y gatas, y sobretodo de Tama! (L) Importante tener repelente.

over 1 year ago

Brazil

5

Minha experiência na fazenda do Simon e Jessica foi muito boa. Horários seguidos a risca, sem passar sequer 1 minuto a mais. As tarefas são árduas mas de fato possuem um impacto ambiental e consegui sair muito mais conectado com a natureza os animais! A comida também é excelente, e o quarto bemmm confortável. Indicaria pra um amigo sem dúvidas!

over 1 year ago

Argentina

5

Nos llevamos un gran recuerdo y una gran experiencia. El contacto con la naturaleza y con la gente local fue lo que más nos encantó. Ir al mercado campesino, compartir una chica en una chicheria súper típica, ordeñar una vaca del vecino y conversar, y el voluntariado en si, colaborar con el proyecto de permacultura, alimentar a los animales, cuidar de las plantas y construir, siempre y cuando se respete al medioambiente. Las horas y los días se respetan perfectamente, a la hora de cocinar y limpiar nos íbamos turnando.

almost 2 years ago

Argentina

5

Simon y Jessica son muy receptivos, amigables, nos recibieron muy bien, nos sentimos en casa desde el primer día. Aprendí mucho sobre bioconstrucción, albañilería, soldadura, hasta vi el proceso de como se hacen compost y fertilizante. La comida aquí es muy sabrosa y natural. Las tareas son fáciles y los horarios también. En mis días libres pude aprovechar a conocer la cultura y costumbres del pueblo. Disfrutamos mucho compartir con ellos y con los otros voluntarios , con el espacio tranquilo, con el proyecto que están creando y agradecido de haber sido parte. Bendiciones Simon y Jessi!

almost 2 years ago

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