Allthough we do not request a nonstop working effort, volunteers are supposed to dedicate their time end energy when needed. Your help is requested all day long, of course with breaks. You can help us for the over all running of the site in different field works. Volunteers who can undertake more than just one task will be preferred. The work fields are as follows. 1) Kitchen : Food preperation / cooking / table setting / food serving / dish washing.2) Field: General cleaning of all units / fixing buildings, boats, bikes, instruments / gardening both in main facility and in eco farm / animal care ( mainly horses), farming, harvesting, landscaping.3) Training as artist or assistant or just helper : Art workshops (painting, dance, rhythm, instrument, dj, drama, photography, sculpture, ceramic, hangicraft) / courses ( PC, foreign languages, personal development, sign language) / reading and library management / sport ( swimming, scuba diving, sailing, rowing, canoeing, trekking, outdoor sports, volleyball, badminton, biking, bocce , climbing, archery) / boat skipping / various outdoor trainings / yoga and pilates.4) Organization : Entertainment and event organizations / indoor i outdoor games, driving and transportation / short trips guiding / health care and first aid / free time activities;5) Administration : Office works (web and social media support / designs, graphic designs / administrative assistance / leading volunteers.
Accomodation & food:
A: Although a guest house and dormitories are avaliable, volunteers might be asked to stay in tents when necessary. Sleeping bags, mats and tents will be supplied but those volunteers who prefer to bring their own ones are welcome. F: Breakfast, dinner and lunch will be prepared and served at the facility. Volunteers may be requested to help in turns for the kitchen works as preparing the food, cooking, setting up tables, washing the dishes, etc.
Location & leisure:
Kas is one of the most popular coasts in southern Turkey and our facility is 11 km away from the Kas town Center. Please be aware that the facility is a bit isolated and there is no night life. You might be the only foreign volunteer especially out of the summer period.
Requirements:
Minimum age is 20. Minimum stay is 15 days, max.is 3 months. A detailed motivation letter should be sent with the application form. Volunteers who can take responsibilities of more than 1 task will be preferred. Camp language is English. Basic Turkish would be an asset. Turkish classes can be arranged for volunteers, upon request.
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