We will work with environmental pedagogues of the WWF (http://www.wwf.at/seewinkelhof) and learn about environmental and sustainable topics. We will learn by interactive methods, workshops and being in nature. Apart from the sessions you will have time to make excursions to the surroundings of the location and to Vienna. The area we is an environmental protected area (www.nationalpark-neusiedlersee-seewinkel.at/nationalpark_en.html). This National Park is the first cross-border National Park in Austria and the first Austrian National Park that was recognised by the IUCN.
Accomodation & food:
We will be hosted in a house near a lake which belongs to the WWF Austria (http://www.wwf.at/seewinkelhof). We will be hosted ca. 30 min from the next village walking. We will organise some bicycles. Things to bring with you: You need to bring with you a sleeping bag and mats (we will sleep on the floor), working clothes, working shoes, raincoat, swimming suit, sun protection. If you require any medicaments (e.g. because of an allergy), don t forget to bring them with you.Food: We will cook for ourselves. (Please inform us whether you require a special diet or are vegetarian.) Your accommodation and food are covered i however, we recommend you to bring some pocket money: The currency used in Austria is Euros. Furthermore we invite you to bring typical food, spices, drinks, games and music from your country (for an intercultural evening) i and a lot of motivation
Location & leisure:
The international camp will take place in Apetlon (Burgenland).
Requirements:
REQUIREMENTSAll volunteers that participate apply through our partner organisations abroad and must meet the following criteria: be over 18 years of age be open minded and flexible be able to communicate in Basic English show commitment What the Volunteer needs to bring... Health Insurance Card His/her own sleeping bags/ mats. Correct work wear and weatherproof clothing Money to cover their free time activities as well as their internal transportation.
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