Work

During this workcamp, you will take part in the building of ecological furniture and items that will help biodiversity of the site (insect hostels, bird houses…) Together with the team leaders, you will imagine and build up animation and games about nature and environment, in direction of the children of the nearby leisure centre. Games, debates, quizz, come to teach the young generation to understand and act on their environment !

Partner

Vir'Volt stands for InteRnational VolunTeer Village (in French). For 10 years, the organisation has been located right in the middle of nature, near a regional park. Hosting youth from all around the world, learning how to understand and appreciate differences. To plan and act together to protect the environment. To create a positive impact on the surrounding environment and people living there or simply passing by : here lies our goals for this future village, which each year, is built thanks to youths who come and contribute, with solidarity as their driving force. Vir'Volt also aims to become fully eco friendly and sustainable which is reflected in our campsite ; yurts and teepees as rooms, permaculture farming and gardening, water saving projects, reducing and reusing waste. This small village will become great without sacrificing or damaging the surrounding environment whilst always searching for better and more eco friendly ways of living.

Location

La Ferté Alais is approximately 50km south of Paris. Leisure activities: You will have the chance to enjoy the association's campsite and to discover the cultural and natural heritage of the region which is part of a natural park. You will also help organise some activities in order to meet and socialize with local young people. Other leisure activities will be organised collectively depending on the wishes of the group and the available budget. A day in Paris is scheduled.

Accomodation

You will sleep in collective yurts on the site of the association. One yurt for girls, one for boys. The yurts are isolated, heated, bunk beds with mats are available. Please bring a sleeping bag with you. The campsite has separate bathrooms and showers, as well as a kitchen place. Food will be provided and cooked by the volunteers in turns.

Meeting point

From the airport, you will have to take line D of the RER at Gare du Nord or Gare de Lyon