Work

Volunteers will be cleaning up the shores and beaches. Additional work will be undertaken in the area of our accommodation as removing old fences dangerous to wildlife and visitors. We may also be marking some walking paths and, depending on the advance of the mentioned tasks, volunteers might do some forestry tasks in a small forest planted in the area or support in the renovation and maintenance of the house. This camp combines learning, sharing, hands-on work and fun. No previous experience is needed. Volunteers should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and be ready to spend time outdoors, walking during the cleanups. Volunteers should be ready to adapt and be flexible with the work and free-time schedule, as depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of the activities (as) planned.

Partner

The Awareness, Engagement and Action project is part of a series of camps organised by SEEDS in cooperation with different partners, where we try to raise awareness about current environmental issues and encourage the volunteers to take action One of our main goals for the next few years is to contribute to a nation-wide project aiming at cleaning up the Icelandic coastline. SEEDS works with and supports the Icelandic ministry for Environment and Natural Resources, the Icelandic Environmental organisation Landvernd, the Environmental Agency of Iceland, Umhverfisstofnun and other partners in order to draw attention to the issues of ocean pollution, plastic waste and to engage volunteers in cleaning up actions around the country. This camp allows volunteers to learn about global and local environmental issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits, as well as to contribute directly to environment protection by joining outdoor coastal cleanup tasks.

Location

Volunteers will stay in an old farmhouse, Alviora, 1 hour drive south-east from Reykjavik. The house serves as an environmental-educational centre where visitors can have a look at an extensive stone and stuffed animal collection. The house sits under Ingolfsfjall, The Mountain of Ingolfur, with a view to Eyjafjallajokull where the volcanic eruptions started in March and April 2010. The place is registered as natural Icelandic heritage; the nature, vegetation and birdlife is rich in variety and quantity. The volunteers can enjoy outdoor activities in a peaceful and beautiful location with a small stream and a pond nearby. Hiking trails with maps about cultural heritage can be found spread around the area, which is a popular attraction among foreign and local visitors. The nearest town, Selfoss, only 10 minutes-drive away with 6500 inhabitants, is a centre of commerce and small industries where you find a geothermal swimming pool, shops, museums, cafes and bars.Other excursions (e.g. Golden Circle, the South Shore or Reykjanes Peninsula) can be arranged at discount fares if there is additional free time after the camp activities. It may be cold and/or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and waterproof clothes (underlayers, overcoats, scarves, gloves and hats) and good walking shoes.

Accomodation

This project gives SEEDS volunteers the opportunity to live in an old farm which has been transformed into an environmental-education centre. The facilities are basic with a kitchen, shower, and a washing machine. Volunteers will sleep in shared rooms or dormitories. Please bring your own sleeping bag.Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Remember to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Requirements

English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur. The fee does not include the transportation from Reykjavik to the camp and back, which costs EUR 25 one way or EUR 50 both ways.

Meeting point

Meeting time will be 14:00 (2:00 pm) on June 16 at SEEDS Office in Reykjavik.

Notes:

Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur.

Work

Volunteers will be cleaning up the shores and beaches. Additional work will be undertaken in the area of our accommodation as removing old fences dangerous to wildlife and visitors. We may also be marking some walking paths and, depending on the advance of the mentioned tasks, volunteers might do some forestry tasks in a small forest planted in the area or support in the renovation and maintenance of the house. This camp combines learning, sharing, hands-on work and fun. No previous experience is needed. Volunteers should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and be ready to spend time outdoors, walking during the cleanups. Volunteers should be ready to adapt and be flexible with the work and free-time schedule, as depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of the activities (as) planned.

Partner

The Awareness, Engagement and Action project is part of a series of camps organised by SEEDS in cooperation with different partners, where we try to raise awareness about current environmental issues and encourage the volunteers to take action One of our main goals for the next few years is to contribute to a nation-wide project aiming at cleaning up the Icelandic coastline. SEEDS works with and supports the Icelandic ministry for Environment and Natural Resources, the Icelandic Environmental organisation Landvernd, the Environmental Agency of Iceland, Umhverfisstofnun and other partners in order to draw attention to the issues of ocean pollution, plastic waste and to engage volunteers in cleaning up actions around the country. This camp allows volunteers to learn about global and local environmental issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits, as well as to contribute directly to environment protection by joining outdoor coastal cleanup tasks.

Location

Volunteers will stay in an old farmhouse, Alviora, 1 hour drive south-west from Reykjavik. The house serves as an environmental-educational centre where visitors can have a look at an extensive stone and stuffed animal collection. The house sits under Ingolfsfjall, The Mountain of Ingolfur, with a view to Eyjafjallajokull where the volcanic eruptions started in March and April 2010. The place is registered as natural Icelandic heritage; the nature, vegetation and birdlife is rich in variety and quantity. The volunteers can enjoy outdoor activities in a peaceful and beautiful location with a small stream and a pond nearby. Hiking trails with maps about cultural heritage can be found spread around the area, which is a popular attraction among foreign and local visitors. The nearest town, Selfoss, only 10 minutes-drive away with 6500 inhabitants, is a centre of commerce and small industries where you find a geothermal swimming pool, shops, museums, cafes and bars.Other excursions (e.g. Golden Circle, the South Shore or Reykjanes Peninsula) can be arranged at discount fares if there is additional free time after the camp activities. It may be cold and/or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and waterproof clothes (underlayers, overcoats, scarves, gloves and hats) and good walking shoes.

Accomodation

This project gives SEEDS volunteers the opportunity to live in an old farm which has been transformed into an environmental-education centre. The facilities are basic with a kitchen, shower, and a washing machine. Volunteers will sleep in shared rooms or dormitories. Please bring your own sleeping bag.Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Remember to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Requirements

English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur. The fee does not include the transportation from Reykjavik to the camp and back, which costs EUR 25 one way or EUR 50 both ways.

Meeting point

Meeting time will be 14:00 (2:00 pm) on June 25 at SEEDS Office in Reykjavik.

Notes:

Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur.

Work

Volunteers will be cleaning up the shores and beaches. Additional work will be undertaken in the area of our accommodation as removing old fences dangerous to wildlife and visitors. We may also be marking some walking paths and, depending on the advance of the mentioned tasks, volunteers might do some forestry tasks in a small forest planted in the area or support in the renovation and maintenance of the house.This camp combines learning, sharing, hands-on work and fun. No previous experience is needed. Volunteersshould prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and be ready to spend time outdoors, walking during the cleanups. Volunteers should be ready to adapt and be flexible with the work and free-time schedule, as depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of the activities (as) planned.

Partner

The Awareness, Engagement and Action project is part of a series of camps organised by SEEDS in cooperation with different partners, where we try to raise awareness about current environmental issues and encourage the volunteers to take action One of our main goals for the next few years is to contribute to a nation-wide project aiming at cleaning up the Icelandic coastline.SEEDS works with and supports the Icelandic ministry for Environment and Natural Resources, the Icelandic Environmental organisation Landvernd, the Environmental Agency of Iceland, Umhverfisstofnun and other partners in order to draw attention to the issues of ocean pollution, plastic waste and to engage volunteers incleaning up actions around the country.This camp allows volunteers to learn about global and local environmental issues through non-formal activitiessuch as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits, as well as to contribute directly to environmentprotection by joining outdoor coastal cleanup tasks.

Location

Volunteers will stay in an old farmhouse, Alviora, 1 hour drive south-west from Reykjavik. The house serves as an environmental-educational centre where visitors can have a look at an extensive stone and stuffed animal collection. The house sits under Ingolfsfjall, The Mountain of Ingolfur, with a view to Eyjafjallajokull where the volcanic eruptions started in March and April 2010.The place is registered as natural Icelandic heritage; the nature, vegetation and birdlife is rich in variety andquantity. The volunteers can enjoy outdoor activities in a peaceful and beautiful location with a small stream and a pond nearby. Hiking trails with maps about cultural heritage can be found spread around the area, whichis a popular attraction among foreign and local visitors.The nearest town, Selfoss, only 10 minutes-drive away with 6500 inhabitants, is a centre of commerce and smallindustries where you find a geothermal swimming pool, shops, museums, cafes and bars.Other excursions (e.g. Golden Circle, the South Shore or Reykjanes Peninsula) can be arranged at discount fares if there is additional free time after the camp activities. It may be cold and/or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and waterproof clothes (underlayers, overcoats, scarves, gloves and hats) and good walking shoes.

Accomodation

This project gives SEEDS volunteers the opportunity to live in an old farm which has been transformed into an environmental-education centre. The facilities are basic with a kitchen, shower, and a washing machine. Volunteers will sleep in shared rooms or dormitories. Please bring your own sleeping bag.Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDSprovides will be vegetarian. Remember to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may beexpensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Requirements

English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur.The fee does not include the transportation from Reykjavik to the camp and back, which costs EUR 25 one way or EUR 50 both ways.

Meeting point

Meeting time will be 14:00 (2:00 pm) on July 4 at SEEDS Office in Reykjavik.

Notes:

Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur.

Work

SEEDS volunteers will help with various tasks, such as maintenance work in the artwork garden; some of thegroup may help with painting the artist s workshop and some work in and around the chapel. Depending on theprojects needs we may also help in maintaining a walking path from the sculpture garden towards a smallcanyon where some outdoor artwork can be found and help with setting up and moving the artwork, takingdown old fences, hand-picking trash and generally beautifying the surroundings.The working day normally runs from 9:00 am to 17:00 (5:00 pm), with breaks for lunch and coffee. No previousexperience is necessary but the work is demanding and requires a good physical condition; it can at times berepetitive but always rewarding. As it is outdoors work, volunteers shall be ready to adapt and be flexible withthe working and free-time schedule, as depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of thetasks or activities planned. The working plan will depend on the needs of our local host, the progress of thediverse projects in the area and of course on the weather conditions.Volunteers need to be motivated to work outdoors on physical jobs and in changeable weather. Bring warmwinter clothes, under layers, waterproofs, walking shoes/boots, a good sleeping bag, hat, scarves and gloves.

Partner

SEEDS volunteers will again have the opportunity to contribute to this special art and cultureproject in the west of Iceland. Since 2000, our hosts have been creating and developing an art residency camp,outdoors and indoors art exhibitions and a chapel for all types of religions which are open to the public.The residency grew around an old abandoned farm which has been in the process of transformation for the last20 years. The residency supports various art and culture activities, especially for young artists, as well asscientific research. Since the start of the project there have been thousands of visitors and plans exist to expandthe residency with several more houses that will be built using stone, turf and driftwood from the region.The art residency is home to the artworks of Pall Guomundsson, a famous local artist known for his use of stoneas an art medium. Pall s art comes in forms of stone statues, paintings on stone surfaces and even a musicalinstrument made of stone. His inspiration comes from Icelandic nature and traditional culture.

Location

The project takes place in the western part of Iceland, in a unique natural environment withbreathtaking landscape, between glaciers and lava fields. The place is like an oasis in the desert, as the weatherthere is often better than in the surroundings. Among the natural wonders nearby are the Hraunfossarwaterfalls, where water pours out of a lava field over a length of 1 km.Additionally, the Hallmundarhraun lava field is among the deepest and best known in Iceland. Langjokull (LongGlacier), the second largest glacier in Iceland, expands over 950 km2 and its highest point is 1355 m above sealevel. In addition to natural wonders this area is also famous for being one of the first settled locations in Icelandand featured in some of the oldest Icelandic sagas.Closest international airport: Keflavik/Reykjavik (KEF). Bus station: BS Reykjavik.SEEDS offers the minibus option, a shared transportation from the SEEDS office, in Reykjavik, to the camp andback. Apart from being cheaper and convenient, it allows participants to meet and have a relaxed trip, whilestopping on the way for interesting sites.

Accomodation

SEEDS volunteers will stay in a local house; sleeping in shared rooms on mattresses in asleeping bag accommodation. Please bring your own sleeping bag.Volunteers will receive food ingredients and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Remember to bring sometraditional/typical food, drinks, music and recipes from your country for the intercultural evening.

Requirements

English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). Please note that the fee can either betransferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid for on arrival. The participation fee does not include thetransportation from Reykjavik to the camp and back, which will cost EUR 35 one way or EUR 70 both ways.This work camp takes place in a remote region, in a natural area of extreme beauty. Our hosts will organisesome free-time activities, for instance hikes or visits to the beautiful surroundings. Other excursions (e.g. GoldenCircle or Snaefellsnes Peninsula) can be organised at discount fares for SEEDS volunteers.

Meeting point

Meeting point at 14:00 (2:00 pm) on July 8 from SEEDS office. Return to Reykjavik in the evening of July 20.

Notes:

Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). Please note that the fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid for on arrival. The participation fee does not include the transportation from Reykjavik to the camp and back, which will cost EUR 35 one way or EUR 70 both ways.

Work

This camp allows volunteers to learn about global and local environmental issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits, as well as to contribute directly to environment protection by joining outdoor coastal cleanup tasks. Volunteers will be cleaning up the shores and beaches. Additional work will be undertaken in the area of our accommodation as removing old fences dangerous to wildlife and visitors. We may also be marking some walking paths and, depending on the advance of the mentioned tasks, volunteers might do some forestry tasks in a small forest planted in the area or support in the renovation and maintenance of the house. This camp combines learning, sharing, hands-on work and fun. No previous experience is needed. Volunteers should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and be ready to spend time outdoors, walking during the cleanups. Volunteers should be ready to adapt and be flexible with the work and free-time schedule, as depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of the activities (as) planned.

Partner

The Awareness, Engagement & Action project is part of a series of camps organised by SEEDS in cooperation with different partners, where we try to raise awareness about current environmental issues and encourage the volunteers to take action! One of our main goals for the next few years is to contribute to a nation-wide project aiming at cleaning up the Icelandic coastline. SEEDS works with and supports the Icelandic ministry for Environment and Natural Resources, the Icelandic Environmental organisation Landvernd, the Environmental Agency of Iceland, Umhverfisstofnun and other partners in order to draw attention to the issues of ocean pollution, plastic waste and to engage volunteers in cleaning up actions around the country.

Location

Volunteers will stay in an old farmhouse, Alviðra, 1 hour drive south-west from Reykjavík. The house serves as an environmental-educational centre where visitors can have a look at an extensive stone and stuffed animal collection. The house sits under Ingólfsfjall, The Mountain of Ingólfur, with a view to Eyjafjallajökull where the volcanic eruptions started in March and April 2010. The place is registered as natural Icelandic heritage; the nature, vegetation and birdlife is rich in variety and quantity. The volunteers can enjoy outdoor activities in a peaceful and beautiful location with a small stream and a pond nearby. Hiking trails with maps about cultural heritage can be found spread around the area, which is a popular attraction among foreign and local visitors. The nearest town, Selfoss, only 10 minutes-drive away with 6500 inhabitants, is a centre of commerce and small industries where you find a geothermal swimming pool, shops, museums, cafés and bars.

Accomodation

This project gives SEEDS volunteers the opportunity to live in an old farm which has been transformed into an environmental-education centre. The facilities are basic with a kitchen, shower, and a washing machine. Volunteers will sleep in shared rooms or dormitories. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Remember to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Requirements

Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur. The fee does not include the transportation from Reykjavík to the camp and back, which costs EUR 25 one way or EUR 50 both ways. Meeting time will be 14:00 (2:00 pm) on July 13 at SEEDS Office in Reykjavik. Other excursions (e.g. Golden Circle, the South Shore or Reykjanes Peninsula) can be arranged at discount fares if there is additional free time after the camp activities. It may be cold and/or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and waterproof clothes (underlayers, overcoats, scarves, gloves and hats) and good walking shoes.

Meeting point

TERMINAL: Closest international Airport: Keflavík/Reykjavík (KEF). Bus station: Central Reykjavík (BSÍ).

Work

Volunteers will be cleaning up the shores and beaches. Additional work will be undertaken in the area of our accommodation as removing old fences dangerous to wildlife and visitors. We may also be marking some walking paths and, depending on the advance of the mentioned tasks, volunteers might do some forestry tasks in a small forest planted in the area or support in the renovation and maintenance of the house. This camp combines learning, sharing, hands-on work and fun. No previous experience is needed. Volunteers should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and be ready to spend time outdoors, walking during the cleanups. Volunteers should be ready to adapt and be flexible with the work and free-time schedule, as depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of the activities (as) planned.

Partner

The Awareness, Engagement and Action project is part of a series of camps organised by SEEDS in cooperation with different partners, where we try to raise awareness about current environmental issues and encourage the volunteers to take action One of our main goals for the next few years is to contribute to a nation-wide project aiming at cleaning up the Icelandic coastline. SEEDS works with and supports the Icelandic ministry for Environment and Natural Resources, the Icelandic Environmental organisation Landvernd, the Environmental Agency of Iceland, Umhverfisstofnun and other partners in order to draw attention to the issues of ocean pollution, plastic waste and to engage volunteers in cleaning up actions around the country. This camp allows volunteers to learn about global and local environmental issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits, as well as to contribute directly to environment protection by joining outdoor coastal cleanup tasks.

Location

Volunteers will stay in an old farmhouse, Alviora, 1 hour drive south-west from Reykjavik. The house serves as an environmental-educational centre where visitors can have a look at an extensive stone and stuffed animal collection. The house sits under Ingolfsfjall, The Mountain of Ingolfur, with a view to Eyjafjallajokull where the volcanic eruptions started in March and April 2010. The place is registered as natural Icelandic heritage; the nature, vegetation and birdlife is rich in variety and quantity. The volunteers can enjoy outdoor activities in a peaceful and beautiful location with a small stream and a pond nearby. Hiking trails with maps about cultural heritage can be found spread around the area, which is a popular attraction among foreign and local visitors. The nearest town, Selfoss, only 10 minutes-drive away with 6500 inhabitants, is a centre of commerce and small industries where you find a geothermal swimming pool, shops, museums, cafes and bars.Other excursions (e.g. Golden Circle, the South Shore or Reykjanes Peninsula) can be arranged at discount fares if there is additional free time after the camp activities. It may be cold and/or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and waterproof clothes (underlayers, overcoats, scarves, gloves and hats) and good walking shoes.

Accomodation

This project gives SEEDS volunteers the opportunity to live in an old farm which has been transformed into an environmental-education centre. The facilities are basic with a kitchen, shower, and a washing machine. Volunteers will sleep in shared rooms or dormitories. Please bring your own sleeping bag.Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Remember to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Requirements

English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur. The fee does not include the transportation from Reykjavik to the camp and back, which costs EUR 25 one way or EUR 50 both ways.

Meeting point

Meeting time will be 14:00 (2:00 pm) on July 22 at SEEDS Office in Reykjavik.

Notes:

Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur.

Work

Volunteers will be cleaning up the shores and beaches. Additional work will be undertaken in the area of our accommodation as removing old fences dangerous to wildlife and visitors. We may also be marking somewalking paths and, depending on the advance of the mentioned tasks, volunteers might do some forestry tasksin a small forest planted in the area or support in the renovation and maintenance of the house.This camp combines learning, sharing, hands-on work and fun. No previous experience is needed. Volunteersshould prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and be ready to spend time outdoors, walkingduring the cleanups. Volunteers should be ready to adapt and be flexible with the work and free-time schedule,as depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of the activities (as) planned.

Partner

The Awareness, Engagement and Action project is part of a series of camps organised by SEEDS incooperation with different partners, where we try to raise awareness about current environmental issues andencourage the volunteers to take action One of our main goals for the next few years is to contribute to anation-wide project aiming at cleaning up the Icelandic coastline.SEEDS works with and supports the Icelandic ministry for Environment and Natural Resources, the IcelandicEnvironmental organisation Landvernd, the Environmental Agency of Iceland, Umhverfisstofnun and otherpartners in order to draw attention to the issues of ocean pollution, plastic waste and to engage volunteers incleaning up actions around the country.This camp allows volunteers to learn about global and local environmental issues through non-formal activitiessuch as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits, as well as to contribute directly to environmentprotection by joining outdoor coastal cleanup tasks.

Location

Volunteers will stay in an old farmhouse, Alviora, 1 hour drive south-west from Reykjavik. The house serves as an environmental-educational centre where visitors can have a look at an extensive stone and stuffedanimal collection. The house sits under Ingolfsfjall, The Mountain of Ingolfur, with a view to Eyjafjallajokull where the volcanic eruptions started in March and April 2010.The place is registered as natural Icelandic heritage; the nature, vegetation and birdlife is rich in variety andquantity. The volunteers can enjoy outdoor activities in a peaceful and beautiful location with a small streamand a pond nearby. Hiking trails with maps about cultural heritage can be found spread around the area, whichis a popular attraction among foreign and local visitors.The nearest town, Selfoss, only 10 minutes-drive away with 6500 inhabitants, is a centre of commerce and smallindustries where you find a geothermal swimming pool, shops, museums, cafes and bars.Other excursions (e.g. Golden Circle, the South Shore or Reykjanes Peninsula) can be arranged at discount fares if there is additional free time after the camp activities. It may be cold and/or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and waterproof clothes (underlayers, overcoats, scarves, gloves and hats) and good walking shoes.

Accomodation

This project gives SEEDS volunteers the opportunity to live in an old farm which has beentransformed into an environmental-education centre. The facilities are basic with a kitchen, shower, and awashing machine. Volunteers will sleep in shared rooms or dormitories. Please bring your own sleeping bag.Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDSprovides will be vegetarian. Remember to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games ormovies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may beexpensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Requirements

English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur.The fee does not include the transportation from Reykjavik to the camp and back, which costs EUR 25 one way or EUR 50 both ways.

Meeting point

Meeting time will be 14:00 (2:00 pm) on July 31 at SEEDS Office in Reykjavik.

Notes:

Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur.

Work

SEEDS volunteers will help with various tasks, such as maintenance work in the artwork garden; some of thegroup may help with painting the artist s workshop and some work in and around the chapel. Depending on theprojects needs we may also help in maintaining a walking path from the sculpture garden towards a smallcanyon where some outdoor artwork can be found and help with setting up and moving the artwork, takingdown old fences, hand-picking trash and generally beautifying the surroundings.The working day normally runs from 9:00 am to 17:00 (5:00 pm), with breaks for lunch and coffee. No previousexperience is necessary but the work is demanding and requires a good physical condition; it can at times berepetitive but always rewarding. As it is outdoors work, volunteers shall be ready to adapt and be flexible withthe working and free-time schedule, as, depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of thetasks or activities planned. The working plan will depend on the needs of our local host, the progress of thediverse projects in the area and of course on the weather conditions.Volunteers need to be motivated to work outdoors on physical jobs and in changeable weather. Bring warmwinter clothes, under layers, waterproofs, walking shoes/boots, a good sleeping bag, hat, scarves and gloves.

Partner

SEEDS volunteers will again have the opportunity to contribute to this special art and cultureproject in the west of Iceland. Since 2000, our hosts have been creating and developing an art residency camp,outdoors and indoors art exhibitions and a chapel for all types of religions which are open to the public.The residency grew around an old abandoned farm which has been in the process of transformation for the last20 years. The residency supports various art and culture activities, especially for young artists, as well asscientific research. Since the start of the project there have been thousands of visitors and plans exist to expandthe residency with several more houses that will be built using stone, turf and driftwood from the region.The art residency is home to the artworks of Pall Guomundsson, a famous local artist known for his use of stoneas an art medium. Pall s art comes in forms of stone statues, paintings on stone surfaces and even a musicalinstrument made of stone. His inspiration comes from Icelandic nature and traditional culture.

Location

The project takes place in the western part of Iceland, in a unique natural environment withbreathtaking landscape, between glaciers and lava fields. The place is like an oasis in the desert, as the weatherthere is often better than in the surroundings. Among the natural wonders nearby are the Hraunfossarwaterfalls, where water pours out of a lava field over a length of 1 km.Additionally, the Hallmundarhraun lava field is among the deepest and best known in Iceland. Langjokull (LongGlacier), the second largest glacier in Iceland, expands over 950 km2 and its highest point is 1355 m above sealevel. In addition to natural wonders this area is also famous for being one of the first settled locations in Icelandand featured in some of the oldest Icelandic sagas.TERMINAL: Closest international airport: Keflavik/Reykjavik (KEF). Bus station: BS Reykjavik.SEEDS offers the minibus option, a shared transportation from the SEEDS office, in Reykjavik, to the camp andback. Apart from being cheaper and convenient, it allows participants to meet and have a relaxed trip, whilestopping on the way for interesting sites.

Accomodation

SEEDS volunteers will stay in a local house; sleeping in shared rooms on mattresses in asleeping bag accommodation. Please bring your own sleeping bag.Volunteers will receive food ingredients and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Remember to bring sometraditional/typical food, drinks, music and recipes from your country for the intercultural evening.

Requirements

English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). Please note that the fee can either betransferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid for on arrival. The participation fee does not include thetransportation from Reykjavik to the camp and back, which will cost EUR 35 one way or EUR 70 both ways.This work camp takes place in a remote region, in a natural area of extreme beauty. Our hosts will organisesome free-time activities, for instance hikes or visits to the beautiful surroundings. Other excursions (e.g. GoldenCircle or Snaefellsnes Peninsula) can be organised at discount fares for SEEDS volunteers.

Meeting point

Departure at 14:00 (2:00 pm) on August 14 from SEEDS office. Return to Reykjavik in the evening of August 26.

Notes:

Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). Please note that the fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid for on arrival. The participation fee does not include the transportation from Reykjavik to the camp and back, which will cost EUR 35 one way or EUR 70 both ways.

Work

Volunteers will be cleaning up the shores and beaches. Additional work will be undertaken in the area of our accommodation as removing old fences dangerous to wildlife and visitors. We may also be marking some walking paths and, depending on the advance of the mentioned tasks, volunteers might do some forestry tasks in a small forest planted in the area or support in the renovation and maintenance of the house. This camp combines learning, sharing, hands-on work and fun. No previous experience is needed. Volunteers should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and be ready to spend time outdoors, walking during the cleanups. Volunteers should be ready to adapt and be flexible with the work and free-time schedule, as depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of the activities (as) planned.

Partner

The Awareness, Engagement and Action project is part of a series of camps organised by SEEDS in cooperation with different partners, where we try to raise awareness about current environmental issues and encourage the volunteers to take action One of our main goals for the next few years is to contribute to a nation-wide project aiming at cleaning up the Icelandic coastline. SEEDS works with and supports the Icelandic ministry for Environment and Natural Resources, the Icelandic Environmental organisation Landvernd, the Environmental Agency of Iceland, Umhverfisstofnun and other partners in order to draw attention to the issues of ocean pollution, plastic waste and to engage volunteers in cleaning up actions around the country. This camp allows volunteers to learn about global and local environmental issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits, as well as to contribute directly to environment protection by joining outdoor coastal cleanup tasks.

Location

Volunteers will stay in an old farmhouse, Alviora, 1 hour drive south-west from Reykjavik. The house serves as an environmental-educational centre where visitors can have a look at an extensive stone and stuffed animal collection. The house sits under Ingolfsfjall, The Mountain of Ingolfur, with a view to Eyjafjallajokull where the volcanic eruptions started in March and April 2010. The place is registered as natural Icelandic heritage; the nature, vegetation and birdlife is rich in variety and quantity. The volunteers can enjoy outdoor activities in a peaceful and beautiful location with a small stream and a pond nearby. Hiking trails with maps about cultural heritage can be found spread around the area, which is a popular attraction among foreign and local visitors. The nearest town, Selfoss, only 10 minutes-drive away with 6500 inhabitants, is a centre of commerce and small industries where you find a geothermal swimming pool, shops, museums, cafes and bars.Other excursions (e.g. Golden Circle, the South Shore or Reykjanes Peninsula) can be arranged at discount fares if there is additional free time after the camp activities. It may be cold and/or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and waterproof clothes (underlayers, overcoats, scarves, gloves and hats) and good walking shoes.

Accomodation

This project gives SEEDS volunteers the opportunity to live in an old farm which has been transformed into an environmental-education centre. The facilities are basic with a kitchen, shower, and a washing machine. Volunteers will sleep in shared rooms or dormitories. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Remember to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Requirements

English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur. The fee does not include the transportation from Reykjavik to the camp and back, which costs EUR 25 one way or EUR 50 both ways.

Meeting point

Meeting time will be 14:00 (2:00 pm) on August 18 at SEEDS Office in Reykjavik.

Notes:

Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur.

Work

Volunteers will be cleaning up the shores and beaches. Additional work will be undertaken in the area of our accommodation as removing old fences dangerous to wildlife and visitors. We may also be marking some walking paths and, depending on the advance of the mentioned tasks, volunteers might do some forestry tasks in a small forest planted in the area or support in the renovation and maintenance of the house. This camp combines learning, sharing, hands-on work and fun. No previous experience is needed. Volunteers should prepare to share environmental issues from their countries and be ready to spend time outdoors, walking during the cleanups. Volunteers should be ready to adapt and be flexible with the work and free-time schedule, as depending on the weather, we may not be able to perform some of the activities (as) planned.

Partner

The Awareness, Engagement and Action project is part of a series of camps organised by SEEDS in cooperation with different partners, where we try to raise awareness about current environmental issues and encourage the volunteers to take action One of our main goals for the next few years is to contribute to a nation-wide project aiming at cleaning up the Icelandic coastline. SEEDS works with and supports the Icelandic ministry for Environment and Natural Resources, the Icelandic Environmental organisation Landvernd, the Environmental Agency of Iceland, Umhverfisstofnun and other partners in order to draw attention to the issues of ocean pollution, plastic waste and to engage volunteers in cleaning up actions around the country. This camp allows volunteers to learn about global and local environmental issues through non-formal activities such as workshops, discussions, presentations and visits, as well as to contribute directly to environment protection by joining outdoor coastal cleanup tasks.

Location

Volunteers will stay in an old farmhouse, Alviora, 1 hour drive south-west from Reykjavik. The house serves as an environmental-educational centre where visitors can have a look at an extensive stone and stuffed animal collection. The house sits under Ingolfsfjall, The Mountain of Ingolfur, with a view to Eyjafjallajokull where the volcanic eruptions started in March and April 2010. The place is registered as natural Icelandic heritage; the nature, vegetation and birdlife is rich in variety and quantity. The volunteers can enjoy outdoor activities in a peaceful and beautiful location with a small stream and a pond nearby. Hiking trails with maps about cultural heritage can be found spread around the area, which is a popular attraction among foreign and local visitors. The nearest town, Selfoss, only 10 minutes-drive away with 6500 inhabitants, is a centre of commerce and small industries where you find a geothermal swimming pool, shops, museums, cafes and bars.Other excursions (e.g. Golden Circle, the South Shore or Reykjanes Peninsula) can be arranged at discount fares if there is additional free time after the camp activities. It may be cold and/or rainy, so we recommend bringing warm and waterproof clothes (underlayers, overcoats, scarves, gloves and hats) and good walking shoes.

Accomodation

This project gives SEEDS volunteers the opportunity to live in an old farm which has been transformed into an environmental-education centre. The facilities are basic with a kitchen, shower, and a washing machine. Volunteers will sleep in shared rooms or dormitories. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Volunteers will receive food supplies and will be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Please note the food SEEDS provides will be vegetarian. Remember to bring some traditional/typical food, drinks, recipes, music, games or movies from your country for the intercultural evening. Please be aware some items or ingredients may be expensive in Iceland and you will need to buy them yourselves or bring them from your country.

Requirements

English will be the language in the camp; intermediate conversational skills are needed.Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur. The fee does not include the transportation from Reykjavik to the camp and back, which costs EUR 25 one way or EUR 50 both ways.

Meeting point

Meeting time will be 14:00 (2:00 pm) on August 27 at SEEDS Office in Reykjavik.

Notes:

Participation fee EUR 350 (Euros). The fee can either be transferred in advance via bank transfer, or paid in cash on arrival. It includes accommodation, food and one trip to the Hot River area in Reykjadalur.