🌿 Volunteer in Agriculture & Organic Farming

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The experience

🔹 Responsibilities:

Maintain and care for the vegetable garden (watering, pruning, planting, harvesting).
Manage daily-use crops (tomatoes, cucumbers, vegetables, plantains, etc.).
Prepare and fertilize the soil using sustainable techniques.
Assist in feeding and caring for laying hens.

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What you offer

25 hours of help per week

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

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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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.

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

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 Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

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.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

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

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

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Requirements

Intermediate Spanish or Intermediate English

Between 18 and 38 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

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What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Program Details

Join us, an eco-friendly retreat surrounded by lush nature, where we are committed to sustainable living and self-sufficiency. As a Volunteer in Agriculture & Organic Farming, you’ll play a key role in maintaining our vegetable garden and contributing to our self-sustainable food system.

You'll learn and apply organic farming techniques, help cultivate crops such as tomatoes, cucumbers, plantains, and leafy greens, and assist in soil preparation and composting. Additionally, you’ll support the care of our free-range hens, ensuring a natural and ethical approach to egg production.

This experience is perfect for nature lovers, eco-conscious travelers, and those passionate about sustainability. No prior experience is required—just enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and a love for working outdoors!

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Activities & Shift

What You’ll Do:
✅ Plant, water, and harvest organic crops
✅ Prepare soil using natural fertilizers and compost
✅ Assist in the care and feeding of free-range hens
✅ Learn and implement permaculture techniques
✅ Support reforestation and conservation initiatives

Work Schedule:
🕒 Minimum 25 hours per week
🌞 5 hours per day
🌴 2 rest days per week

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Rules

General Rules
✅ Respect the Environment – We are an eco-lodge, so all volunteers must respect nature, avoid littering, and use resources responsibly.
✅ Respect Local Culture – Be open to learning about Dominican culture and interacting respectfully with staff and guests.
✅ Teamwork & Positive Attitude – Volunteers should be proactive, responsible, and willing to help where needed.

Work & Commitment Rules
⏳ Work Hours – Volunteers must complete 25 hours per week (5 hours per day, 2 rest days per week).
📅 Minimum Stay – A minimum commitment of 2 weeks is required.
🚫 No Last-Minute Cancellations – Volunteers must respect their commitment and notify in advance if they need to leave early.
🛠 Task Completion – Volunteers are expected to complete their assigned tasks properly before finishing their shift.

Accommodation & Meals Rules
🏡 Respect Shared Spaces – Keep your cabin and common areas clean and tidy.
🚭 No Smoking or Drugs – Smoking and drug use are strictly prohibited in the accommodations and work areas.
🍽 Meals Provided – We offer 3 meals per day, but volunteers should respect meal times and help with cleanup after eating.
🎵 Respect Quiet Hours – No loud music or noise after 10:00 PM to ensure a peaceful environment.

Guest & Staff Interaction
🤝 Be Friendly & Helpful – Volunteers should interact respectfully with hotel guests and fellow staff members.
🔇 No Disturbing Guests – Volunteers should maintain a professional attitude and avoid entering guest cabins unless authorized.
📵 Limited Phone Use During Work Hours – Personal phone use is allowed only during breaks.

Additional Considerations
🚰 Water & Electricity Conservation – As an eco-friendly place, we encourage responsible use of water and electricity.
🐶 Pets & Wildlife – Respect the animals on-site