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Canada

1

I was incredibly disappointed with my experience here. I had no interest in continuing after 3 days and left and found another placement. Very few people made an effort to welcome me in. I felt incredibly lonely when I got there. Many extra mandatory meetings and event set up that doesn't count for your hours. My first work day started at 9am and finished at 8pm. Was thrown into things with next to no guidance and with people who had no idea what they were doing. My tent I was to stay in was infested with insects upon arrival and took me hours to clean out when I got there. I could go on.

2 months ago

OUR replied

So saddened that you chose to see your experience this way Jylisa. As you might note we have feedback from most others that we changed, healed, and held the lives of dozens of people per month. This may not have been your experience - but no need to cause harm or shame and publicly prejudice a space and thus impact others who actually love and care for each other - and state: "this is the the most important thing I have done in my life" (as said in Circle tonight). We wish you healing -

Chile

5

My experience here was amazing, an experience that made me to grow as a person. I'm really happy to have discovered this place. I learned a lot about sustainable development, permaculture and community. Also, the people that I met here was amazing, people that are trying to build a different world, something that gaves me hope about the future! Finally I must thanks to Brandy and her family for open their home with me and the rest of the volunteers, your are a beautiful family, I wish you the best!

10 months ago

OUR replied

Wow Joaquin....you are very missed and really have left a big space here without your big heart and funny humour! I hope you find 'restorative justice' along your path - and that your path leads you back to OUR Ecovillage for a visit one day again to see what we have gotten up to!! Be well dear friend ~

Philippines

5

It's been an amazing experience! Huge thanks to Brandy, Trent, and Freya for being fantastic hosts, and to my fellow volunteers for their support and enthusiasm. This place not only teaches valuable skills but also fosters adaptability, gratitude, and a deeper sense of appreciation. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to step out of their comfort zone and immerse themselves in nature and sustainability.

10 months ago

OUR replied

You are such a courageous and big hearted friend to all Gessa! You deserve so much happiness, adventure, and to be surrounded by kindness....thank you for all your contributions and keeping OUR Ecovillage going in so many way!

United Kingdom

5

My stay at the eco village. changed my whole perspective on living in community. I learnt so much, both about permaculture and myself. I felt so welcomed by everyone, especially Brandy and her family, and so held the entire time I was there. I met people who have had a genuinely life changing impact on me. I recommend for anyone who wants to experience a different way of living and learn how to be in relationship with others. It's an experience you won't regret. Thank you guys for everything!

10 months ago

OUR replied

You are indeed a special person Iona and it has been a privilege to live/work with you on your transformational journey! Your care and efforts have changed OUR Ecovillage and transformed us and the space as well. We are hoping you are back soon - you must know that there is always a place for you in the Village :)

Venezuela

5

The eco village. the eco village is a small community where you will learn a lot about permaculture but also coexistence. You will meet people from many corners of the planet, with different ways of life and different points of view, but with a common denominator, living in community and respect. I thank Brandy and her family for the opportunity and the learning; without a doubt, it was a great experience.

11 months ago

OUR replied

What an amazing woman you are Andrea! Your brilliance and bravery to take an adventure has been inspiring and we are so grateful that you chose us to be with while you have been in Canada. Your smile and all the care you put into all you do speaks a million words of who you are. And now you have brought much to the lands of OUR Ecovillage but also the hearts of all of us who had the treat to live with you. OUR loss is that we did not spend some time designing something more with you, perhaps - and yet you put your hands to so many projects while you are here that your design skills are felt in an everlasting way even after just these few months. We hope that you will return to check in on us one day.and that life gives you everything you so richly deserve in the meantime :)

Mexico

5

If you have the opportunity to collaborate with this place, it can be you're best experience, the other volunteers are like your family and make fell this place like your house, for me was my first experience out my country and I found a second house in this place, Brandy have a huge heart and she always helped me when I needed. Huy ch qu

11 months ago

OUR replied

Shavi is an outstanding human being! What a big hearted, inspiring, and caring young man. You have had your hand in so many projects across OUR Ecovillage's land-based learning farm...and made so much change! From everything you built, your 'dragon building' and beautiful artwork/painting, to soooo much love in the kitchen, and tons of fun to adventure with as well! You have changed us all Shavi and you are forever in OUR hearts and are part of our family now for sure. 6 months has been a great gift to spend with you.....and we are so very hopeful to see you again one day as your life unfolds and perhaps brings you back OUR way. All our highest wishes for love, laughter and family is sent with you as you go dear friend!

Iran

5

Thanks many times to Brandy and Trent for welcoming me and Ali to their farm for 2 months and for trusting us to help them with both outside and inside tasks.you care about others and also have a certain amount of Independence. this is nice the environment where I stayed was comfortable will equipment and I was lucky enough to have another volunteer here in part of my stay with whom I was able to work on the farm and visit as well as meet the international Groups. the eco village was great. Our tasks are about taking care of animals harvesting vegetables working in the garden cobing and building

11 months ago

OUR replied

Sepideh and Ali....you are family to us now! You have been not only part of OUR farm but also of all of our hearts. We hope we see you back again this way -- you have left such a positive impact here and your beauty remains in the very fibre of OUR school. We have been privileged to share such good times with you...and hope to again soon!

Germany

5

THANK YOU for the amazing time, Brandy, Trent, and the whole team! It was a wonderful experience—not just the work, but also the personal connections, the great conversations, and the opportunities for self-reflection. I was able to take on responsibility, received support in challenging situations, and the sense of community was amazing! I learned a lot about permaculture in various aspects like gardening, construction, and waste/compost management, as well as about the Indigenous people of the area. I'm already looking forward to my next visit ant to see al of you again! Huy ch q'u 🙌

about 1 year ago

OUR replied

This woman knows how to move mountains!! What an amazing ability to inspire everyone around you, keep us all smiling, and see how to make everything work. - while you tracked so many details. Brilliant project management skills!! Sure hope you keep us as your home away from home while you are studying just across the pond...we all miss you lots!

Canada

5

There aren't enough words to express how thankful I am for the many life-changing experiences I had at the eco village. Big thank you to Trent, Freya, Brandy and the entire eco-team for all of their hard work and care in making my stay as memorable as it is. Overall, I highly recommend this place to anyone willing to work hard, get dirty, have a sincere interest in permaculture, learn about indigenous principles, be respectful of diverse ideologies, be productive, be helpful in the kitchen, maintain a positive attitude, and contribute their talents for the wellbeing of this unique community.

about 1 year ago

United Kingdom

5

Wow what an experience, so grateful to Brandy and Trent for hosting me! It's an amazing site with so many animals and fun things to do. I learnt so much about permaculture and even managed to help build a cob wall. I mostly helped out in the garden. Thanks so much for all the memories, being part of a lovely community and to Freya for her great cooking. Miss you guys! X

over 1 year ago

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