Work

In this work camp, collect information about the Camino de Santiago from the mouths of the elderly in Boqueixón and Vedra Councils. There will also be a dynamizing and promulgation campaign for the Ways of Santiago that run through the municipalities of Boqueixón and Vedra, which are the Vía da Prata, the Miñoto Ribeiro and the Camiño de Inverno, through the creation of audiovisual content. The project will be carried out in 3 phases, differentiating the following: 1. COLLECTION OF INFORMATION with interviews and meetings with the elderly people of the place to learn about the present and above all the past of the Camino 2. CLEANING and PLACEMENT OF MATERIALS: The second phase will be carried out entirely on the Camiño, Vía da Prata, and will consist of cleaning and garbage collection of the stage of the Vía da Prata that runs through the Municipalities of Vedra and Boqueixón. 3. DISCLOSURE AND PERFORMANCE OF A ROUTE: In the last phase, a route will be carried out to publicize the work carried out. Through the Social Networks and other information channels of the Councils, we will disseminate the content produced in this camp.

Partner

The General Directorate of Youth, Participation and Volunteering (www.xuventude.xunta.es) is a department of the Xunta de Galicia (www.xunta.gal) whose priority is to meet the needs and concerns of the young population living in Galicia, firmly believing that youth has much to contribute to society as a whole. We work to improve the quality of life of young people in our autonomous community, developing actions and programs that benefit them, increase their well-being and allow them to improve their skill.

Location

The municipalities of Vedra and Boqueixón are located in a privileged area, near the capital of Galicia, Santiago de Compostela. They are located in the heart of the Ulla Valley (Rede Natura 2000), with its river, flora, fauna, cultural heritage ... The Vía de la Plata, the Camino de Inverno and the Miñoto-Ribeiro of the Camino de Santiago run through its lands, routes with a large influx of pilgrims. Leisure: • Kayaking on the Ulla river. • Traditional games (tirasoga, frog, Celtic bowling, a chave, ...). • Visits to places of interest in the area. • Swimming pool, beach. • Cooking workshop. • Visit to Santiago de Compostela and Rías Baixas.

Accomodation

Centro de Formación C.F.E.A. de Sergude. WEB: https://www.edu.xunta.gal/centros/cecasergude/

Meeting point

The meeting point for the reception of the participants in the work camp will be at the main entrance of the Santiago de Compostela Intermodal Station, on the first day at 4 p.m.

Notes:

The incorporation to the work camp is in the afternoon of the first day and the departure the last day after breakfast. It is necessary to bring: • Cleaning supplies. • Sleeping bag and small backpack. • Mountain shoes, footwear and sportswear: swimsuit, bathing shoes, warm clothes, work clothes (gloves, cap / hat, ...).

Work

The Serra do Courel is not free of pre-Roman remains and there are many examples of settlements distributed throughout its valleys. There are several remains of castros, for example that of Vilar, that of Seceda, Castro da Torre, Castro de Vilamor, also called castro da Pena do Castro. All of them were later Romanized and served as support for the intense mining work of these mountains by the Romans. Actions: - Weeding and cleaning by means of appropriate tools, assessing the conditions of each area so as not to alter any aspect of the site. Thus, the work will be carried out with hand tools such as pruning shears, sickles, sacks, etc. At the end of the work, the performance space will be free of rubble and stumps. Existing native trees on the performance area will not be cut down, as long as they do not seriously affect the archaeological structures. - Learning about the 2030 Agenda and creation of catalogs and measures and proposals for the council through three SDGs. - Revitalization of the different routes of the City Council of Folgoso do Courel through its maintenance and digitization to create greater dissemination. - Creation of contents in video format about the Geopark and the Castro da Torre.

Partner

The General Directorate of Youth, Participation and Volunteering (www.xuventude.xunta.es) is a department of the Xunta de Galicia (www.xunta.gal) whose priority is to meet the needs and concerns of the young population living in Galicia, firmly believing that youth has much to contribute to society as a whole. We work to improve the quality of life of young people in our autonomous community, developing actions and programs that benefit them, increase their well-being and allow them to improve their skill.

Location

Folgoso do Courel is located in the heart of the Courel mountain range and is 85 km from Lugo and 23 km from Quiroga. It is located southeast of the province of Lugo. It has numerous rivers and streams, of which the most notable is the Lor River. O Courel is an area with many caves and places with unique geological formations, which even today hide many secrets inside and tell the story of the first inhabitants of our land and of animals that disappeared thousands of years ago (Sima de Aradelas, Cova de Tralacosta in Paderne, Buracada de As Choias, Cova do Osos, Cova de As choias de Moreda) Leisure activities: TO DISCOVER: - Discover the Geocamp: young people from Folgoso will serve as guides and accompany us to discover the place where they live. - Route Pozo das Mulas: it's summer and this day is sure to ask us for a bath, we will go along the gloomy route until we reach this unforgettable place to take another bath and finish in the Ponton. - Route to Baldomir and bathing on the Lor river: coming to Courel and not doing its routes would be a great sin, it ends with a good swim in the river. TO DO SPORTS: - Kayaking and paddling on the Soldón River. - Quiroga Cross and pool: we will play a game for Quiroga to end up relaxing in the pool. - Devesa da Rogueira Orienteering Race: with the sports gps we will do a race for those who arrive earlier and go through all the marked places (which will have an environmental and patrimonial meaning). In a spectacular natural space. - Archery. TO RELAX: - Afternoon of Intergenerational Games in Froxán: traditional game workshop with local residents and the contributions of volunteers. - International Dessert Contest: day of international cuisine where participants will show what they know about their cuisine, along with the residents of Folgoso who will also prepare theirs, a day of coexistence. FOR THE NIGHT: Our evenings will be related to the theme of the camp.

Accomodation

The accommodation of the work camp will be in the Albergue de Folgoso do Courel and the maintenance will be done by a local restaurant. https://www.facebook.com/Albergue-tur%C3%ADstico-Folgoso-do-Courel-1353937934654847/

Meeting point

Meeting point: The first day from 4:00 p.m. at the Folgoso do Courel hostel. Alternatively, a meeting point is also established at the Quiroga Train or Bus Station. Quiroga has a train station, so it is the best option to get to this meeting point from anywhere (www.renfe.es). Its station is in San Clodio. You can also get there by road by bus www.alsa.com. The bus line that connects the Alvedro (A Coruña) and Lavacolla (Santiago de Compostela) airports with their bus and train stations are www.autoscalpita.com and www.tussa.org respectively. A Coruña - Lugo: by train www.renfe.es or by bus www.arriva.gal. Santiago de Compostela - Quiroga: www.renfe.es or www.monbus.com. Santiago de Compostela - Lugo: www.monbus.com. Lugo - Quiroga: www.renfe.es

Notes:

The incorporation to the work camp is in the afternoon of the first day and the departure the last day after breakfast. RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT: • Toiletries and shower towel. • Sleeping bag and backpack for routes. • Comfortable shoes for mountain and sports shoes. • Clothing: sports (sweatshirts), bathing (swimsuit, towel, flip-flops), warm (suitable clothing to be able to do the job in case of rain or cold), water (raincoat), work (gloves, hat , comfortable shoes, hiking boots...).

Work

The shinrin yoku or forest bath consists of walking through the forest, but in a meditative and very special way, immersing yourself in it with all five senses. It's about taking the time to notice what we see, breathe deeply, feel the contact with the air, the textures of the leaves, listen to the wind in the trees, hear the birds. Activities: - Cleaning of the wooded area and route of the Verdugo river to create the indigenous healing Galician forest in the Shinrin-Yoku style, conditioning areas for the practice of yoga, sighting of souls, preparation of vegetation, ... - Creation of QR codes with explanations and guidance for visitors to the itinerary. - Elaboration of a general information panel with the explanation and meaning of this forest.

Partner

The General Directorate of Youth, Participation and Volunteering (www.xuventude.xunta.es) is a department of the Xunta de Galicia (www.xunta.gal) whose priority is to meet the needs and concerns of the young population living in Galicia, firmly believing that youth has much to contribute to society as a whole. We work to improve the quality of life of young people in our autonomous community, developing actions and programs that benefit them, increase their well-being and allow them to improve their skill.

Location

The history of Soutomaior is linked to the history of its castle, an indisputable center of reference. Its origin and exact construction chronology are unknown, but its foundation must be linked to Pax Méndez Sorrede, who was the first to use the surname Soutomaior. Among the most famous members of this family are Pax Gómez de Soutomaior, for his political expertise, or Pedro de Soutomaior, the most renowned member of this lineage, known as Pedro Madruga, Count of Camiña, who went down in history as a character of mystery and legend. There is a thesis, defended by many historians, on the Galician origin of Cristobal Colón stating that he and Pedro Madruga were the same person. The Xacobea Route, Camino Portugues. Through Soutomaior passes the Xacovea Route for pilgrims to Santiago de Compostela: the Camiño Portugues. This route became relevant, especially from the twelfth century, after the independence of Portugal. Its layout inherits old tracks and paths, such as Via XIX, built in the 1st century AD. C., which linked Braga (Portugal) with Astorga through Ponte de Lima (Portugal), Tui, Pontevedra, Santiago and Lugo, and which was one of the most important Roman roads, since it was the backbone of Gallaecia, today Galicia. The Jacobean cult has had in the Portuguese Way a fundamental territory to understand the true international dimension of the phenomenon of pilgrimages. COMPLEMENTARY ACTIVITIES: • Environmental and historical routes to points of interest in Soutomaior: suspension bridge, Verdugo river, etc. • Thematic day Pedro Madruga and Castelo (Castle) of Soutomaior. • Workshops on “gender equality”, Galician mythology, relaxation,... • Popular gymkhanas. • Excursion to the Illa de San Simón with a marine route in Paddle Surf + canoe.

Accomodation

ACCOMMODATION in the Municipal Sports Hall of A Montesiña.

Meeting point

Meeting point: The first day in the place of accommodation, in “A Montesiña” municipal sports hall or in Arcade train station (located on R/ Rosalía de Castro, s/n – 36690 ARCADE - in Soutomaior (Pontevedra)) is also established as a alternative meeting point. From Santiago, Pontevedra or Vigo to Arcade (Soutomaior), you can travel by road by bus (www.monbus.es). You can also make the journey by train (www.renfe.es). The train stop is at the Arcade. The bus lines that connect the closest airports to Soutomaior, Peinador (Vigo) and Lavacolla (Santiago de Compostela) with their bus and train stations are www.vitrasa.es and www.tussa.org respectively.

Notes:

The incorporation to the work camp is in the afternoon of the first day and the departure the last day after breakfast. RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT: • Sleeping bag and small backpack for routes. • Mountain shoes or boots. • Warm clothing, raincoat. • Work clothes, sports clothes, sports shoes.

Work

The objective of this work camp is the conservation and recovery of the forests along the Eume River and the dissemination of the Atlantic forests so that future generations can enjoy a landscape and a wealth of biodiversity that are at least as good or better than the one we collect. The work plan will consist of: • Cleaning and maintenance of an area of ​​the Vilarbó forest. • Planting and watering of trees. • Cleaning the banks of the Eume river. • Conditioning works in the surroundings of the facilities. • Maintenance of the field itself (toilets, dining room, kitchen,...) • Treatment of the wood lining the bungalows. • Repair and maintenance of fencing.

Partner

The General Directorate of Youth, Participation and Volunteering (www.xuventude.xunta.es) is a department of the Xunta de Galicia (www.xunta.gal) whose priority is to meet the needs and concerns of the young population living in Galicia, firmly believing that youth has much to contribute to society as a whole. We work to improve the quality of life of young people in our autonomous community, developing actions and programs that benefit them, increase their well-being and allow them to improve their skill.

Location

Vilarbó is a natural area in the municipality of As Pontes de García Rodríguez, located at the tail of the A Ribeira reservoir, on the Eume river. The Vilarbó area is in the vicinity of the As Fragas do Eume Natural Park and shares with it its richness in terms of flora, fauna and tangible and intangible heritage. The complementary activities are aimed at discovering the environment in which the Galician countryside and culture take place. Excursions to Cedeira and San Andrés de Teixido, sports activities (soccer, volleyball, archery, hockey, rifle shooting, paintball, canoeing, hiking, ...), craft and environmental workshop, activities of animation, … Beach.

Accomodation

The place where the work camp will be held is located in Vilarbó, 8 km from the municipality of As Pontes de García Rodríguez (A Coruña). Vilarbó has permanent facilities (kitchen, dining room, bathrooms, showers, camping area, bungalows). They stay in a bungalow and sleep in bunk beds.

Requirements

RECOMMENDED TEAM: • Bath towel. • Sleeping bag, mat and backpack for routes. • Comfortable shoes for mountain and sports shoes. • Clothing: sports (sweatshirts), bathing (swimsuit, towel, slippers), warm (suitable clothing to be able to do the job in case of rain or cold), water (raincoat), work (gloves, hat , comfortable shoes, hiking boots...)

Meeting point

Meeting point: Local Police (As Pontes). R/ Juan Antonio Suanzes, 12 - 15320 As Pontes de García Rodríguez (A Coruña). As Pontes can be reached by road from Lugo, from A Coruña or from Santiago de Compostela with www.arriva.gal. The closest train station (www.renfe.es) to As Pontes is in Pontedeume. From Pontedeume to As Pontes by road with www.arriva.gal. The bus companies that connect the airports of A Coruña and Santiago de Compostela with the train and bus stations are www.autoscalpita.com and www.tussa.org respectively.

Notes:

The incorporation to the work camp is in the afternoon of the first day and the departure the last day after breakfast.

Work

The work will be environmental and will consist of maintenance work on the island, fire surveillance, information work and visitor awareness, and specific interventions to improve the park in collaboration with the environmental service workers. Cleaning of the South Island (the only island not communicated by passenger boat). (This activity depends on the park, it cannot be carried out in all shifts).

Partner

The General Directorate of Youth, Participation and Volunteering (www.xuventude.xunta.es) is a department of the Xunta de Galicia (www.xunta.gal) whose priority is to meet the needs and concerns of the young population living in Galicia, firmly believing that youth has much to contribute to society as a whole. We work to improve the quality of life of young people in our autonomous community, developing actions and programs that benefit them, increase their well-being and allow them to improve their skill.

Location

This work camp is located on the Illas Cíes, specifically on the Island of Monteagudo (north) at the mouth of the Ría de Vigo, in the municipality of Vigo (Pontevedra). The Cíes Islands form part, together with the Cortegada, Sálvora and Ons archipelagos, of the Galician Atlantic Islands Maritime-Terrestrial National Park. The ecological value of its marine environment is incalculable since within its waters some of the most representative examples of Atlantic marine ecosystems are preserved, which treasure great biological wealth. The marine environment of the Park is a great mosaic of different habitats that support an extraordinary diversity of flora and fauna. There are important communities such as brown algae forests (Saccorhiza polyschides and Laminaria spp.), or those associated with seabeds such as those of Mäerl, and we also find habitats defined as of community or priority interest within the Habitats Directive of the European Union, such as reefs, lagoons or shallow sandbanks permanently covered with seawater. The terrestrial environment is strongly influenced by the proximity of the ocean, highlighting the dune systems, the cliffs and the gorse or heather thickets. Also in the emerged part of the islands we find habitats considered to be of community interest or priority by the directives, such as the gray dunes, the aerohaline coastal scrub or the southern Atlantic humid heather scrub. The main problem for conservation in this environment has been human pressure. Especially in the Cíes Islands, eucalyptus, pine or acacia plantations have displaced the native vegetation in several areas. The eradication of these native species is a very long-term process that is already being worked on and the results of which will be seen gradually. Actions are currently being carried out to develop adequate management of public use, waste from the islands, navigation and anchoring of boats, fishing, shellfishing, etc. Sport fishing and underwater fishing are prohibited within the limits of the National Park. COMPLEMENTARY ACTIVITIES: • Sport activities. • Diving. • Group dynamics. • Guided routes. • Workshops. • Theme evenings. • Environmental activities.

Accomodation

The volunteers will stay in tents, which have canvas-based bunks for resting. The facility has barracks for dining and showers. There is no washing machine (hand wash).

Meeting point

Meeting point: Throughout the first day, after 4:00 p.m. in the Illas Cíes work camp, at the information point on the island's jetty. The bus line that connects the airports of Peinador (Vigo) and Lavacolla (Santiago de Compostela) with their bus and train stations are www.vitrasa.es and www.tussa.org respectively. Santiago de Compostela - Vigo: by train: www.renfe.es or by bus: www.monbus.com. The boat for the Island is taken in the port of Vigo. From the Vigo Maritime Station, R/ Cánovas del Castillo s/n 36201 VIGO-PONTEVEDRA. Vigo-Cíes Islands route. Shipping company MAR DE ONS. IMPORTANT: SHOULD BE INDICATED AT THE TIME OF PURCHASING THE PASSAGE FOR THE BOAT, PARTICIPATION IN THE WORK CAMP.

Notes:

The incorporation to the work camp is in the afternoon of the first day and the departure the last day after breakfast. RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT: • Cleaning supplies. • Sleeping bag and backpack for routes. • Shoes suitable for mountain and sports shoes. • Clothing: sports, bathing, warm, rainwear, work (gloves, hat, flashlight...). The use of a hat and sun protection is recommended.

Work

The work will take place at Oosterhouw in Leens (province Groningen). It is a beautiful monumental manor house surrounded by a garden divided into four different styles. Many parts of these gardens have been neglected over the past decades. Volunteers will be cleaning up and helping restore the gardens to their former glory. Activities range from groundwork like digging and levelling to gardening such as weeding and pruning to wood shredding and splitting. The volunteers will work in the gardens five days a week. This excludes the weekends.

Partner

The mansion Oosterhouw in Leens is located in the north of the Netherlands in the province of Groningen. The estate is surrounded by a flat agricultural landscape approximately 10 km from the Wadden Sea UNESCO heritage. Oosterhouw was built in 1868. The last time the building was renovated was in 1912-1913. After that, there weren’t any significant developments. The former owners of the mansion were C.o Jellema and Klaas Noordhuis. Co. Jellema is a semi-known poet in the Netherlands, and his current library is still in the house. Klaas Noordhuis was a garden architect and has added essential aspects to the garden. The current owners bought the house a few years ago and want to open the house more to the public. The house, the garden and the surrounding landscape are unique in this area and must be protected and taken care of.

Location

You will have leisure time after work (work ends at 4 p.m.). The Oosterhouw area mainly consists of small villages with Leens as the main village. You will have bikes at your disposal to explore the surrounding area. During the weekend you can enjoy your free time. There are plenty of nice places to visit, for example the beautiful and vibrant city of Groningen or take a ferry boat and visit the peninsula of Schiermonnikoog.

Accomodation

During the two weeks, the volunteers will be staying at Wongema. It’s a working café located in the small village of Hornhuizen. The whole group will be staying in the residential barn besides the main building. There’s a dorm where everybody will be staying. Clean towels will be provided. Sheets for the beds won’t be provided. (Make sure you bring a sleeping bag or your own sheets!) Downstairs is a kitchen which we can use. Bicycles will be provided for transportation between the accommodation and the gardens of Oosterhouw. The bike ride from and to the accommodation is approximately 15 minutes. You will cook together in teams, taking turns and having the opportunity to cook meals from your home countries. You have a kitchen at your disposal. Self-organisation is also a vital point during your daily camp routines. Cooking and cleaning are planned and done independently within the group. Each participant is expected to take part in the CCC (cooking-cleaning-crew).

Requirements

In The Netherlands the weather is unpredictable. So it’s really important to bring clothes for different types of weather (a rain jacket, hat or sun lotion). We will be working primarily outside in the gardens, where it’s essential to have a safe and secure work environment. Safety glasses and hearing protection will be provided. But there are other important things to think about such as: Strong safety shoes, good fitting working gloves. Make sure you bring a sleeping bag or your own sheets! Take the following documents with you: Passport, Health Insurance Card, Student ID (might be useful in your free time), Debit/Credit card. Especially if you’re from outside Europe, check with your bank if debit or credit card actually works in The Netherlands.(Note: We do not insure your personal items! So please avoid bringing unnecessary expensive electronic items!! Also, make sure to get yourself valid travel insurance!!) Participation fee: €50,- in cash to be paid upon arrival (so please bring this with you!)*

Meeting point

Arrival by plane at Schiphol airport & travel by public transportation: you can travel by train to Winsum station from Schiphol airport. For the train schedules please check the website: https://www.ns.nl/en/journeyplanner/#/ or call us if you need any assistance. We will pick you up at the train station Winsum. Arrival by car: you can go straight ahead to the accommodation Wongema in Hornhuizen. We wil meet you there.

Notes:

Note: There is no student discount for this project. The participation fee for this project is €50 for foreign volunteers and €225 for participants living in the Netherlands. No preparation training is required for the participants.

Work

Work: Work includes repairing forest fencing for seedlings, raking hay, pulling weeds, preparing firewood, pick-ing up trash in the backcountry, etc. The specific work schedule will be determined depending on weather conditions. You have the opportunity to discover different places in the region during your work. Most of the work will be done outside in the forest and in the wetlands. Bring suitable clothes and boots that can get dirty or damaged, including waterproof clothes with long sleeves, long trousers, and a raincoat. No previous experience is required, you will be trained on how to use the tools on spot. Study part: Interactive field excursions are planned for the volunteers to get to know the locations where they will work and understand why their work is needed and beneficial.

Partner

The project is organized in cooperation with the local NGO Cmelak - Friends of Nature Society whose activities focus on a sustainable lifestyle, nature protection, and environmental education. An example of such activities can be the replacement of unnatural spruce tree monoculture with seedlings of original trees or maintaining wetlands and meadows. The aim of this project is to involve volunteers in activities in the New Forest on Jested mountain and Jablonne wetland park and introduce volunteers to a way of life outside the comforts of civilization at one of our mountain cottages. At this project, you are actively contributing to the achievement of UN SDG15 Life on Land.

Location

Location: The project takes place at various work locations around the city of Liberec. The localities (Wetland Park in Jablonne, the new Forest on Jested mountain or the orchid meadows around the Jizera Mountains) are mostly outside the protected areas, but they are interesting and deserve care. Everywhere is a good phone reception. But the closest services such as ATMs or pharmacies are only in the closest bigger town - Liberec. Leisure time: You can play sports, go on hikes to the natural areas, climb the Jested Mountain - the highest peak in the region, or visit nearby castles. The closest city is Liberec which offers many possibilities to enjoy culture, visit the local ZOO, botanical garden or swimming pool etc. There is also a swimming pool on the premises of the second accommodation in the camp.

Accomodation

You will be accommodated in two places. The first week is in the mountain cottage Padouchov, where you will sleep on the beds. The second accommodation is provided in a camp in Jablonne pod Jestedi, where you will sleep in small cabins with a sink. You need to bring your own sleeping bag and a towel. Toilet facilities and showers are available on both sites. Beware that there is no WIFI or washing machine. Volunteers will mostly cook their own meals from provided ingredients. Volunteers might also use the outside fireplace for cooking.

Requirements

Bring a sleeping bag, adequate clothes and boots for work in wet or hillside areas and a raincoat. It is necessary to pack your stuff into a backpack, not a wheely suitcase or a handbag due to the accommodation at the mountain cottage, where we move partly on foot!

Meeting point

From the airport take bus 119 to Nadrazi Veleslavin stop. Change to green metro line A in the direction of Depo Hostivar, get off at “Mustek” stop and change to yellow metro line B in direction of Cerny Most and go all the way to the final stop “Cerny Most”. From here take the Regiojet bus 15442021 at 14:00 to “Liberec, aut. nadr” (final stop) where your campleader will be waiting for you. Detailed information will be provided in the infosheet.

Notes:

You will spend a lot of time outdoors so you can get into contact with different kinds of plants, herbs, pollen, and insects - beware if you are allergic.

Descrizione

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Work

The main work in the camp will be the recovery off different dry stone works (wall, huts and Civil War trenches). To do this, participants will have the support of experts from CESUB, Subirats historical studies group. They will be provided with all the material needed and experts will contextualise the work they do, the history of the area and the role played by dry stone and vineyard. This will be the principal work but you will take part part on some naturalistic and environmental works like nest boxes making or path cleaning. Work areas are close to accommodation area and participants will be taken there by bus.

Partner

Fundació Catalana de l’Esplai has been in "Educating children and youth, strengthening leisure organizations and the third sector, improving the environment and promoting social inclusion and citizenship, with a desire for change” since over 30 years ago. Fundació Catalana de l’Esplai organizes a wide range of leisure time education activities such activities for children, school camps, summer camps, work camps, training for trainers, etc. In 2018 Fundesplai projects reached 258.656 people and more than 600 took part in work camps. “Beyond the vineyard: the dry stone heritage” is a camp based on dry stone works, which were declared cultural heritage by UNESCO. Participants are going to recover a huge stonewall in a vineyard area and also a shepherd stone hut. They are also going to work in a Civil War trenches area in order to make them more accessible to visitors.

Location

The privileged geographical situation, a plain protected by mountains by the sea, the mild climate of the Mediterranean coast and a permeable land, rich in phosphorus, make the region of El Penedès the main producer of wines and cavas in Catalonia. This wine history goes back to at least the 4th century B.C. The vineyard structures are thus a distinctive cultural feature of the area, and they have been refined over time. The Subirats area, halfway between the Vilafranca plain and the Ordal mountains, has steeper terrain than the rest of the region. That is why, in this area, the structure of dry stone walls and constructions, which are necessary for levelling the ground and plotting the vineyards, are quite important. Dry stone works were declared Cultural Patrimony of UNESCO due to its historical importance and patrimonial value. Free time and leisure activities will include group games, workshops and cultural activities in order to learn more about Catalan culture and the vineyard tradition in the area. Participants will visit cultural and historical areas and museum in Subirats, a wine and champagne factory and also Vilafranca del Penedès, the Catalan wine capital. They will also visit the city of Barcelona, which is only 45km from the accommodation area. During the camp, some spaces will be reserved to be able to make trips that allow the young people to know the reality of the territory, as well as its heritage and traditions. Therefore, the following departures will be made: - Two-day excursion with bivouac to the Castle of Subirats. - Visit to the old town of Vilafranca del Penedès. - Visit to the Llopart quarries.

Accomodation

The participants of the workcamp will be installed in “ZER Montcau”, the school of Ordal. They are going to use a school multifunctional area. They will sleep indoors and mattresses will be provided. They are going to eat outdoors and a catering service will serve the food. There will be vegetarian and vegan options and as many menu adaptation as needed.

Requirements

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Meeting point

The meeting point will be on July 16th at 17h, at El Montcau d'Ordal School (c/del Pi, 1, 08759, Ordal) . Exact location: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Escola+el+Montcau/@41.3951777,1.8486108,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x12a4843544cf9ca9:0x37095f859ab63354!8m2!3d41.3951737!4d1.8507995 By public transportation: From Barcelona-Sants train station, take the train line R4, destination Sant Vicenç de Calders, and stop at LavernSubirats. For information and schedules check here: https://www.redtransporte.com/barcelona/cercanias-renfe/linea-r4.html From Lavern-Subirats, take the bus up to Ordal. For information and schedules check here: https://subirats.cat/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/HorarisAutobusos2016_3.pdf By car: From Barcelona take A2 route to Lleida and take the way off at 559 to Vallirana. Then take B-24/N-340 up to Ordal.

Descrizione

Lohra Castle is situated in the heart of Germany in Northern Thuringia. The castle, which is surrounded by a scenic hilly landscape, is located on the edge of a natural reserve area. Being one of the largest castles in Thuringia, the history of castle Lohra begins in the Middle Ages. Its architectural styles which have been preserved in the structures of the ensemble attest to a prolonged period of occupation and historical evolution up until today. The castle is more than thousand years old, and it is a relic of German medieval past that is still standing at the heart of a region through which the story of the German nation has been written. Today, it includes twenty buildings from different time periods, showcasing this historical evolution to the enchantment of visitors and heritage enthusiasts: medieval fortifications, remnants of a tower from the 11th century, a Romanesque double-floored chapel, a manor house from the Renaissance period as well as stables and granaries from the 19th and the early 20th centuries. The ensemble is situated in the centre of a beautiful forest. For years Lohra Castle was vacant. In the 1990s a civil society association which became today’s Open Houses, began to rescue the castle and to revitalise it through cultural activities. The process of rehabilitation of cultural heritage not only brought new life and use to an otherwise forgotten monument, but it also provided with a new space where young people could reconnect with tangible heritage while valorising the relevance of preserving a historical monument. Since then, a large number of international workcamps, heritage volunteering projects, heritage training courses, seminars, exhibitions, concerts and other activities with international participants have been taking place every year in the castle.

Work

The projects of Open Houses are based on sustainable principles. Therefore, the activities at Lohra Castle combine aspects of cultural heritage preservation and aspects of natural heritage preservation. The participants of the Workcamps carry out works in the green areas and the forests around the castle, restoration work and collaboration in renovation works. The castle is surrounded by a vast green area and the volunteers will help in the maintenance of it, Near the youth accommodation houses that are part of the Lohra Castle complex there is a camping site which can be used by youth groups, for this reason the area should be made accessible from overgrown grass. The tasks will be mowing and collecting the grass. Additionally, the participants of the project will support the work on renovations on the Castle grounds. The hilly massive around Lohra Castle is listed as National Nature Reserve. Open Houses supports the Reserve since several years with volunteering activities. In a forest near the Castle the participants will remove trees and bushes which are not corresponding with the protection aims in order to clean the paths and make them enjoyable again. They will also will collect the wood remaining after maintenance works, load it on a truck, unload it at the castle and split and stack it for wintertime or for the fireplace. Besides that, the volunteers will continue the maintenance of the green area at the castle. In addition, in the later part of the summer, they will support the recollection, assortment, splitting and storage of wood to prepare the castle for the harsh winter months.

Partner

The history of Open Houses Network dates back to the mid-1980s, when a group of young people started to restore village churches in East Germany in voluntary work to protect them from decay. The engagement for these buildings united people who enjoyed the freedom these activities provided and who filled these rooms with life again in ways which by far exceed the craftsmen's work done – through exhibitions, concerts, making music together or just sitting by the camp fire.

Location

The camp places are mostly situated in small villages in rural areas, so the participants should not expect busy places and normal city activities for the leisure time during the working days. Small trips in walking distance are possible in the afternoon. On the weekends it is possible to organise an excursion to nearby cities or to have other leisure activities.

Accomodation

shared rooms with 2 – 5 beds in 3 guest houses, warm shower (limited hot water), 1 camp kitchen (cold water), coal-burning stoves

Meeting point

Workcamps and Building Weeks usually start on Sunday or Monday. The first mentioned day is always the arrival day. We ask the participants to arrive between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. So all the volunteers can already get to know each other and can have their first common dinner before the work will start at the following morning. Next bus station: Großlohra, Friedrichslohra/Wartehalle Next railway stations: Gebra/Hainleite (5 km), Wolkramshausen (12 km). Next airports: Leipzig/Halle (LEJ, 155 km), Frankfurt/Main (FRA, 280 km), Berlin (BER, 300 km)

Work

Tasks of the volunteer camp • Cleaning, pruning, clearing and placement of stones on the ground will be carried out to prevent flooding and allow people transit. • The path will be delimited by stone blocks, creating a curb to mark the passage for walkers. • Participants will consolidate the pavement of the pathway.

Partner

Lozoyuela-Navas-Sieteiglesias City Council and General Directorate of Youth of the Community of Madrid. Come to our camp if you feel that… You are a true nature lover and want to care for environment. This means that, as a volunteer, you will protect the environment and its resources, and will share your sensitivity for the protection of the ecosystems with other young people. Some reasons to participate in our camp The purpose of Opening pathways is to recover the passability of the “Cañada de Ganados”, a pathway from Fuente Blanquilla to the railway station, to clean the “Camino de las Tinadas”, the section between Lozoyuela and the Espaldar area, and to improve the environment to prevent habitat destruction and biodiversity loss. During 15 days, you will enjoy very special holidays, and will meet people from other regions and countries.

Location

This volunteer camp will be held in Lozoyuela-Navas-Sieteiglesias, a municipality located in the Sierra Norte mountains, in Madrid region. This project aims to encourage residents to travel the path on foot, on horseback or by bicycle, recover traditional lifestyles, adopt healthy habits to improve health and social relationships, and help to improve the environment. Leisure and free time activities In the volunteer camp, not everything is work, and you will have the opportunity to enjoy leisure and free time activities: • Welcome party with young people from the municipality • Hiking to the Atazar reservoir and canoeing • Excursions to Segovia and Manzanares del Real, two remarkable tourist attractions • Workshops and sports • Tour by bicycle or on foot along the recovered paths • You can cool off by swimming in the Lozoyuela pool

Accomodation

Where will we be lodging? Parish House Hostel in Sieteiglesias. Calle Real s/n. 28752 Lozoyuela-Las Navas-Sieteiglesias The food consists of breakfast, lunch and dinner and will take place in a restaurant in Sieteiglesias next to the youth hostel

Requirements

- ID card - European health card or other medical insurance if available.

Meeting point

Start July 16, from 6:00 pm at the hostel Travelling instructions Continental Auto bus, line 191 Madrid- Lozoyuela. Monday to Friday, every hour from 6:00 a.m to 10:00 p.m

Notes:

A day at the volunteer camp (Schedule) In general, the technical tasks of the camp will be carried out in the morning, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. In the afternoon there will be leisure and free time activities: swimming pool, workshops, sports, etc. Generic Schedule: - 08:00 – Good morning - 08:30 – Breakfast - 09:00 – Technical work - 11:00 – Half hour break to eat a snack - 11:30 – 13:30: Technical work and collecting materials - 14:00 – Lunch - 15:00 – Rest break - 17:00 – Leisure and free time activities - 20:30 – Dinner - 21:30 – Night activities - 23:45 – Good night Things to Bring Outerwear and rainwear, swimsuit, mosquito repellent, a torch, towel and cleaning supplies. Comfortable sports clothing and footwear, short-sleeve and long-sleeve T-shirts, swimsuit, shorts, a cap, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, towel and cleaning supplies. Participants must bring a sleeping bag.