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Join a permaculture course and stay as volunteer

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The experience

We are organising this course https://www.salto-youth.net/tools/european-training-calendar/training/resilience-regeneration-a-permaculture-training-course.13907/

After that, you can stay as a volunteer with the new knowledge.

Course involves a 60 euro fee, unless you can't afford it, if that's your case you can apply for a grant.

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

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

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

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.

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

Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.

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.

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.

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

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Intermediate English

Over 19 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details



Our aim is to offer a space for ecological learning, reconnection and self-transformation — away from the distractions of consumerist and individualistic culture.

Activities & Shift


So far, we’ve hosted:

Week-long courses based on the Work That Reconnects methodology
Permaculture workshops
Eco-events and informal volunteering
Cultural and activist gatherings

We are guided by permaculture principles and aim to live in harmony with the land. You can find photos and more info at: http://ecotopias.net/about-casa-algaia

Rules

🧼 House Rules & Community Guidelines

Toilet paper always goes in the bin, never the toilet ❌
Clean up after yourself in shared spaces
Keep your room and bathroom tidy
Respect quiet times and each other’s space
Limit screen use in common areas
Smoking only in designated outdoor areas
Do not use candles (especially in summer)
Free days and departure dates should be agreed at least a week in advance
Always ask if unsure – especially with tools or safety matters

❌ What not to bring

Dogs (our cats are not negotiable 😸)
Alcohol or drugs
Hair dryers (unless staying in May to August)
Candles – fire risk