- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
19 people are interested
Volunteer at permaculture farm in Brazil - Bioconstruction, organic farming, agroforestry
ORGANIZATION: Eco Caminhos
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
19 people are interested
Nestled in the verdant atlantic forest high in the mountain in Brazil, Eco Caminhos farm is pursuing a more sustainable future through agroforestry and bioconstruction. We invite volunteers to participate in either one or both of these areas! Through agroforestry we cultivate abundant organic produce while taking care of the land. Currently we are focusing on incorporating shade grown coffee into our agroforestry systems. We also have completed several bioconstruction homes which make use of natural resources and work in harmony with natural systems to produce energy and manage waste. We are currently working on a bioconstruction project which will house a permaculture school on our farm.
In addition to participating in these projects, volunteers get a chance to experience the breathtaking Atlantic forest and participate in outdoor activities like hiking and swimming in waterfalls. You'll also have the opportunity to learn Portuguese, experience Brazilian culture, acquire new cooking skills, and make friends from all over the world. Right now we are looking for volunteers who can come from 1-12 weeks. You can access more information about our volunteer program on our website. https://ecocaminhos.com/short-term-volunteering/
Check out reviews by past volunteers on our Youtube channel:
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hB2oVTr7ToA&list=PLCPaps_YYt2dfv-rUli3w01rVOWGgbqRx&index=1
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKjJ5s8P_Mc
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DZOjYNaTsc&t=9s
2 More opportunities with Eco Caminhos
Opportunities
About Eco Caminhos
Location:
Estrada Ernesto de Souza Cardinot, S/N, Cardinot, Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro 28610974, BR
Mission Statement
Eco Caminhos wants to become a role model in Brazil and beyond when it comes to social development and sustainable farming, building and living. Our goal is to live in harmony with nature and produce our own food and energy, while the land grows in richness, productivity, and aesthetic beauty. We treat our own waste, generate our own energy and train underprivileged youth. We welcome tourists to experience this lifestyle, offering a wide variety of eco sports and workshops. In the near future our guests will be accommodated in Eco Lodges and offered locally cultivated organic food.
Description
Eco Caminhos - Permaculture Farm Brazil - Bioconstruction
Eco Caminhos a self-sustaining Eco Farm situated in the beautiful Atlantic Forest mountain region in Brazil. We invite people from across the globe to join us and experience our simplistic lifestyle in a peacefull setting disconnected from the hectic world. At the farm we follow the permaculture principals and you can learn about and practise bioconstruction (natural building) , agroforestry ( syntrophic farming) and renewable energy. In your free time you can share a nice healthy meal at a campfire, go hiking or do horseback riding in the mountains, jump under one of the amazing waterfalls or do a nice board game with the other residents. We offer you Portuguese classes and the possibility to live at the farm with other residents or submerge yourself in the local culture and language by doing a homestay with local families.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Estrada Ernesto de Souza Cardinot, S/NNova Friburgo, Brazil
DATE POSTED
May 16, 2024
SKILLS
- Agronomy
- Business Development & Sales Management
- Marketing & Communications (Mar/Com)
- Environmental Education
- Horticulture
- Farming
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- 1-12 weeks. Volunteers work approximately 8 hours 3 days a week on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Tuesdays and Thursdays we facilitate workshops and ecotourism activities.
- Positive attitude, respectful, willing to learn, commitment to sustainability, physically capable of walking up steep incline and participating in manual labor