Langtang Valley, Nepal April 2017 Volunteer Trip
ORGANIZATION: FIRE - Flagstaff International Relief Effort
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Langtang Valley is rebuilding! As one of the worst hit areas in Nepal after the April 25, 2015 earthquake, there is a tremendous amount of hard work to do in this remote community deep in the Himalayas. Enjoy breathtaking views, relaxing hikes, rewarding work, a unique culture and generous hospitality. Through selfless service to others we can spread the seed of compassion and cooperation. FIRE, in coordination with Tenjin Eco Treks, is hosting a volunteer trip in Langtang Valley April, 2017.
Volunteer Activities
- Help care for the "orphaned' elders of Langtang Valley with wood collection, Washing, cooking, etc.
-Digging trenches to prepare for a system of tanks and taps that will bring water to the village of Langtang
-Digging through the debris of the landslide collecting items for the FIRE's Heritage Museum FIRE will begin building in 2018 Building a year round greenhouse in Langtang
-Collecting trash in Kyanjin Gompa
More opportunities with FIRE - Flagstaff International Relief Effort
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About FIRE - Flagstaff International Relief Effort
Location:
PO Box 22187, Flagstaff, AZ 86002, US
Mission Statement
FIRE - Flagstaff International Relief Effort is dedicated to providing resources and support to communities in need, reducing poverty, and improving the quality of life.
Description
FIRE - Flagstaff International Relief Effort is a non-profit and non-government organization (NGO) operating since 1999. FIRE is a registered 501c.3 organization in the United States, headquartered in Flagstaff, Arizona, with a registered NGO branch of office in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, and small operation in Langtang, Nepal. After 16 years of work, FIRE continues to evolve, meeting the challenges of a rapidly changing world. Through sustainable programming, FIRE strives to empower communities and individuals. In 2015 FIRE started a project to help the village of Langtang, Nepal rebuild after the April 25 earthquake. This has grown into a small office with local representatives in Kathmandu and Langtang. In 2016, FIRE teamed up with Grand Canyon Wildlands Council to coordinate a media group - the Ed Fund, in memory of our longtime collaborator and supporter, Ed George.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Langtang ValleyLangtang, Langtang Nepal
DATE POSTED
February 6, 2017
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Two weeks