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Developing an Eco-Parc in Burgundy, France

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The experience

Our project has entered the final stages of becoming a sustainable, low-carbon educational and creative hub: located in the heart of the regional parc “Le Morvan”
In March 2022, the site was acquired, with the ambition of creating an Eco-Parc with minimal carbon footprint and waste production. A centre for education and learning, for individuals, families, and businesses, it includes a café, permaculture garden, managed forest and workshops.

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

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.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

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.

Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Requirements

Fluent English or Fluent French

Between 20 and 60 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

Volunteers will help staff to prepare the permaculture garden, forest and grounds. Most of the volunteering work will be outdoors, so you will need to be reasonably fit and mobile. It will be very "hands on". You will need to be flexible since the project priorities can change depending on weather and timetable. You will be working alongside our team of permanent volunteers and staff. We are a "not for profit" Association with a mission to help society become more sustainable.

Activities & Shift

Generally, the working day for you will be from 9am to 1pm. Breakfast and lunch are provided on site. In the afternoons when available or being organised, you can join our organised activities which include: kayaking, cycling, archery and visits to local sites of interest. Or you are free to do your own thing. Modern, heated accommodation is provided in a separate building which has recently been renovated to a high standard.

Rules

Live to our ethical and environmental standards. Follow our Health and Safety standards. No smoking in any of the buildings. Follow the rules of our accommodation.