Descripción del listado: Page 1 of 47 Fecha de impresión: Referencia: 1 Code: Location: Address: Url: Project: SEEDS103-13 MYRDALSHREPPUR - SOUTH SHORE 7 (C. EXTRA 00 EUR) REYKJAVIK www.seeds.is AGRI-ENVI - Agriculture - Environmental Year: 013 Initial Date: 14/08/013 Final Date: 8/08/013 Min Age: 18 Max Age: 30 Places: Descripction of SEEDS 103 MIRDALSHREPPUR - SOUTH SHORE (7:8) Workcamp: 14.08-8.08, AGRI / ENVI, 8 Volunteers 18+ WORK/PROJECT: SEEDS volunteers will have the unique opportunity in this camp to get to know and explore the traditional Icelandic dairy and vegetable/carrot farming. Our host cultivates carrots, has cows and runs a tourist accommodation. Our tasks in this project will be mainly connected with the carrot farming; cleaning carrots, wrapping and preparing them for the market. To ensure good atmosphere while handling the carrots participants are urged to bring their favourite music and introduce to their companions. Those who are interested in animal husbandry should feel free to drop in on the cows in the stalls, assist in milking them or tending to them in general. The weather conditions in Iceland are unpredictable, although it s midsummer, please be prepared to experience different kinds of weather and be sure of bringing warm clothing. ACCOMMODATION: SEEDS volunteers will stay in a fully equipped house, in a sleeping bag accommodation sharing rooms. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Volunteers will receive food supplies and be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Do not forget some traditional/typical food from your home country for an international evening. LOCATION: The farm is located in the South of Iceland, a beautiful area surrounded by mountains and glaciers to the north and facing the Atlantic Ocean to the south. The inhabitants here live in constant threat of volcanic eruptions and the area was hit during the recent eruptions in Eyjafjallajokull 010 and Vatnajokull 011, as it got all covered by ashes, but the natives here are strong minded and folded up their sleeves as the Icelanders express it and proved the common believe that what doesn t kill you makes you stronger. Vik, the closest town, is Iceland s most southerly village. Mirdalur is bordered by the glacial river Jokulsa to the west and the river Blautakvisl to the east. Its northern border is the Mirdalsjokull glacier, which caps the volcanic Mt. Katla, while its southern limits are black sands and the rolling Atlantic waves. The district lives mainly by agriculture. Although this community of 600 inhabitants faces the open Atlantic, Vik is the only seaside settlement in Iceland left without a harbour due to natural circumstances. Among the many aspects of Vik that make it attractive are the sea-and-land trips and trips on the Mirdalsjokull glacier to list a few. The natural beauty of the area is spectacular. Just east of the village s outskirts lies one of Europe s biggest arctic tern breeding grounds. South of Vik is a beautiful beach, which the international Magazines named one of the world s ten best island beaches in 1991. A short hike within the close vicinity of Vik is sure to satisfy all serious nature lovers and bird watchers. Vik and its surroundings is one of the main bird life areas in Iceland. LANGUAGE: English will be the language in the camp; basic conversational skills are needed. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 1 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page of 47 Fecha de impresión: TERMINAL: Closest international Airport: Keflavík/Reykjavík (KEF). Bus station: Central Reykjavík (BSÍ). SEEDS organises the minibus option, a shared transport from Reykjavík to the camps and vice-versa, which apart from being cheaper and more convenient, allows volunteers to meet fellow campers and have a relaxed trip, while stopping on the way for interesting and tourist sites. EXTRAS / SPECIAL REMARKS: Participation fee EUR 00,- (Euros) to be paid to SEEDS. Please note that the fees are to be paid on arrival in Euros or Kronur and they include full board and lodging (food and accommodation) for the whole duration of the project. Volunteers should have a motivation for getting to know ways of living in rural areas in Iceland, for working outdoors and be prepared to different kinds of weather. SEEDS and/or our hosting partner will organise free time activities in the area. This might include sight-seeing, hiking, etc. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 3 of 47 Fecha de impresión: Referencia: Code: Location: Address: Url: Project: SEEDS81-13 REY CUP - FOOTBALL FESTIVAL (C. EXTRA 00 EUR) REYKJAVIK www.seeds.is FEST - Festival Year: 013 Initial Date: 18/07/013 Final Date: 31/07/013 Min Age: 18 Max Age: 30 Places: Description of SEEDS 081 REY CUP - FOOTBALL FESTIVAL FOR KIDS Workcamp: 18.07-31.07, FEST / SPORT, 1 Volunteers 18 + WORK/PROJECT: Once again SEEDS volunteers will be a part of the Rey Cup team, an International football festival for kids in 4th and 5th grade. The festival is 5 days long and will be organised in Reykjavik, between July 4 and 8. The festival has been growing every year since it was first held in 001 and this year it will include international teams from Finland, Canada and Faroe Islands and referees from Germany, Denmark and Switzerland. Rey Cup is a great adventure in the eyes of the young taking part. Both participants and volunteers take home precious memories from the days and nights they spent in Laugardalur and the neighbourhood. We will team up with the local Icelandic volunteers, young people interested in outdoor activities and sport, the parents of the participants and others. This festival is run mainly by volunteers and the support SEEDS is giving to the event is well appreciated. We will share all types of tasks related to the festival and the group will be split according to the needs and to give everyone the chance to try out different assignments. We might be working during the weekends, but free days will be given accordingly to the working days. Volunteers are an integral part of creating an international atmosphere in Reykjavik. The input of us the volunteers will make a big difference in making the festival an impressive multicultural event. Before starting the festival we will be helping with preparing the area for the festival, cleaning, painting and doing light maintenance work. During the festival we will be keeping the football fields clean, assisting with closing the fields in the evenings, preparing breakfast for the teams, helping with the clearance of the area after the tournament and a wide variety of many different duties before, during and after the festival. We will have great change to mix with the locals and get to know Icelandic culture. ACCOMODATION: We will be lodged in a school in Reykjavik, sleeping on mattresses, so please bring your own sleeping bag. Volunteers will receive food supplies and be in charge of the cooking and cleaning activities. During the tournament some meals will be served in restaurants. Do not forget some traditional/typical food from your home country for an international evening. LOCATION: Reykjavik is the capital of Iceland, often called the nightlife capital of the North. But there is more to Reykjavik than pubs and clubs. Reykjavik also gathers the most interesting of Icelandic culture. It is an incubator of new ideas and styles which often indicates new global trends. It is an International city with a lively Cosmopolitan cultural scene. The world s northernmost capital bridges the Atlantic, between Europe and America. It is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic on almost all sides. July is the month of white night, when the sunsets are late, sunrises are early and darkness is never complete. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 3 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 4 of 47 Fecha de impresión: In the area closer than 100 km from Reykjavik, there are several spectacular waterfalls, geysers, impressive coastline and the well-known geothermal Blue Lagoon spa to visit. The population of the city is over 00.000 including the metropolitan area, so two thirds of Iceland s inhabitants live here. Reykjavik is a dynamic, modern city which lives in harmony with beautiful nature, using renewable energy sources - geothermal power and glacial rivers. LANGUAGE: English will be the language in the camp, and good conversational skills are required. TERMINAL: Closest International Airport: Keflavík (Reykjavík), KEF. SPECIAL REMARKS / EXTRAS: Participation fee EUR 00,- (Euros) to be paid to SEEDS. Please note that the fees are to be paid on arrival in Euros or Kronur and they include full board and lodging (food and accommodation) for the whole duration of the project. We will have free passes to the biggest geothermal outdoor pool in Reykjavik during the project and be invited to the final barbeque party in the Reykjavik Zoo. Excursions (Blue Lagoon, Golden Circle, South shore, etc.) will be arranged for SEEDS volunteers at discount fares. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 4 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 5 of 47 Fecha de impresión: Referencia: 3 Code: Location: Address: Url: Project: SEEDS93-13 MYRDALSHREPPUR-SOUTH SHORE 6 (C. EXTRA 00 EUR) REYKJAVIK www.seeds.is AGRI-ENVI - Agriculture - Environmental Year: 013 Initial Date: 31/07/013 Final Date: 14/08/013 Min Age: 18 Max Age: 30 Places: Description of SEEDS 093 MYRDARLSHREPPUR - SOUTH SHORE (6:8) Workcamp: 31.07-14.08, AGRI/ENVI, 8 Volunteers 18+ WORK/PROJECT: SEEDS volunteers will have the unique opportunity in this camp to get to know and explore the traditional Icelandic dairy and vegetable/carrot farming. Our host cultivates carrots, has cows and runs a tourist accommodation. Our tasks in this project will be mainly connected with the carrot farming; cleaning carrots, wrapping and preparing them for the market. To ensure good atmosphere while handling the carrots participants are urged to bring their favourite music and introduce it to their companions. Those who are interested in animal husbandry should feel free to drop in on the cows in the stalls, assist in milking them or tending to them in general. The weather conditions in Iceland are unpredictable, although it s midsummer, please be prepared to experience different kinds of weather and be sure of bringing warm clothing. ACCOMMODATION: SEEDS volunteers will stay in a fully equipped house, in a sleeping bag accommodation sharing rooms. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Volunteers will receive food supplies and be in charge of cooking and cleaning. Do not forget some traditional/typical food from your home country for an international evening. LOCATION: The farm is located in the South of Iceland, a beautiful area surrounded by mountains and glaciers to the north and facing the Atlantic Ocean to the south. The inhabitants here live in constant threat of volcanic eruptions and the area was hit during the recent eruptions in Eyjafjallajokull 010 and Vatnajokull 011, as it got all covered by ashes, but the natives here are strong minded and folded up their sleeves as the Icelanders express it and proved the common believe that what doesn t kill you makes you stronger. Vik, the closest town, is Iceland s most southerly village. Mirdalur is bordered by the glacial river Jokulsa to the west and the river Blautakvisl to the east. Its northern border is the Mirdalsjokull glacier, which caps the volcanic Mt. Katla, while its southern limits are black sands and the rolling Atlantic waves. The district lives mainly by agriculture. Although this community of 600 inhabitants faces the open Atlantic, Vik is the only seaside settlement in Iceland left without a harbour due to natural circumstances. Among the many aspects of Vik that make it attractive are the seaand-land trips and trips on the Mirdalsjokull glacier to list a few. The natural beauty of the area is spectacular. Just east of the village s outskirts lies one of Europe s biggest arctic tern breeding grounds. South of Vik is a beautiful beach, which the international Magazines named one of the world s ten best island beaches in 1991. A short hike within the close vicinity of Vik is sure to satisfy all serious nature lovers and bird watchers. Vik and its surroundings is one of the main bird life areas in Iceland. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 5 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 6 of 47 Fecha de impresión: LANGUAGE: English will be the language in the camp; basic conversational skills are needed. TERMINAL: Closest international Airport: Keflavík/Reykjavík (KEF). Bus station: Central Reykjavík (BSÍ). SEEDS organises the minibus option, a shared transport from Reykjavík to the camps and vice-versa, which apart from being cheaper and more convenient, allows volunteers to meet fellow campers and have a relaxed trip, while stopping on the way for interesting and tourist sites. EXTRAS / SPECIAL REMARKS: Participation fee EUR 00,- (Euros) to be paid to SEEDS. Please note that the fees are to be paid on arrival in Euros or Kronur and they include full board and lodging (food and accommodation) for the whole duration of the project. Volunteers should have a motivation for getting to know ways of living in rural areas in Iceland, for working outdoors and be prepared to different kinds of weather. SEEDS and/or our hosting partner will organise free time activities in the area. This might include sight-seeing, hiking, etc. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 6 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 7 of 47 Fecha de impresión: Referencia: 4 Code: Location: Address: Url: Project: WF07-13 FARM LIFE - FJORD OF THE WHALES (C. EXTRA 180EUR) REYKJAVIK www.wf.is ENVI-RENO - Environmental-Restoration Year: 013 Initial Date: 03/07/013 Final Date: 15/07/013 Min Age: 18 Max Age: 30 Places: Description of WF07 Farm life - nature and renovation in fjord of the whales, 03/07-15/07 Workcamp ENVI / RENO,10 vol Project and location: Hvalfjörður (Icelandic: Whale-fjord) is situated in the west of Iceland between Mosfellsbær and Akranes. The fjord is approximately 30 km long and 5 km wide. The name Hvalfjörður is derived from the large number of whales which could be found and caught there. Until the 1980s, one of the biggest whaling stations in Iceland was located in this fjord. In the past the fjord also contained a large number of herring fisheries.a hiking trail to the highest waterfall in Iceland, Glymur, has its origin at the innermost end of the fjord. Work: Since the creation of Worldwide friends, the organization has been looking for the opportunity to set up a project to renovate and work at an old Icelandic farm. The idea of renovating old spaces in the country side of Iceland and especially in areas where there isn t much population is one of the best ideas our organization could develop. In one hand we have the opportunity of giving life to an empty and old space, in the other hand we are bringing life back to the area with the spirit and the ideas of International volunteers which will be very much welcomed by the local community. The first part of this Project will consist on renovating and putting the farm in good shape. There are two building that we have to renovate. The first one is the main house where volunteers will live in the near future. The second house is the storage and workshops where volunteers will keep the paint and other materials. The work on this project is a mix of renovation work and gardening. We will also take care of the property, plant trees, cleaning the area, even cleaning the coast line around the fjord There are a lot farms in the area so the volunteers will have the chance to visit other farms around and therefore to learn about Icelandic farming methods. Leisure time: We will explore the whole whale fjord and the surrounding area, including a hike to the highest waterfall in Iceland. WF Iceland will also organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs. Language: The language of the workcamp is English. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 7 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 8 of 47 Fecha de impresión: LIBRO CAMPOS PROYECTOS 013 /03/13 10:31 Accommodation & Food: We will be staying in the farm. Participants are asked to bring a sleeping bag. Food will be provided for the duration of the workcamp and everyone is expected to do his/her fair share of the cooking/cleaning. It would be nice to try new and different dishes, so please remember to bring along recipes from your own countries. Terminal: Intl. Airport: Keflavík (KEF), Reykjavík. Additional Information: There is an extra participation fee of 180 Euros for this workcamp. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 8 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 9 of 47 Fecha de impresión: Referencia: 5 Code: Location: Address: Url: Project: WF08-13 FARM LIFE - FJORD OF THE WHALES (C. EXTRA 180 EUR) REYKJAVIK www.wf.is ENVI-RENO - Environmental-Restoration Year: 013 Initial Date: 17/07/013 Final Date: 9/07/013 Min Age: 18 Max Age: 30 Places: Description of WF08 Farm life - nature and renovation in fjord of the whales, 17/07-9/07 Workcamp: ENVI / RENO, 10 vol Project and location: Hvalfjörður (Icelandic: Whale-fjord) is situated in the west of Iceland between Mosfellsbær and Akranes. The fjord is approximately 30 km long and 5 km wide. The name Hvalfjörður is derived from the large number of whales which could be found and caught there. Until the 1980s, one of the biggest whaling stations in Iceland was located in this fjord. In the past the fjord also contained a large number of herring fisheries.a hiking trail to the highest waterfall in Iceland, Glymur, has its origin at the innermost end of the fjord. Work: Since the creation of Worldwide friends, the organization has been looking for the opportunity to set up a project to renovate and work at an old Icelandic farm. The idea of renovating old spaces in the country side of Iceland and especially in areas where there isn t much population is one of the best ideas our organization could develop. In one hand we have the opportunity of giving life to an empty and old space, in the other hand we are bringing life back to the area with the spirit and the ideas of International volunteers which will be very much welcomed by the local community. The first part of this Project will consist on renovating and putting the farm in good shape. There are two building that we have to renovate. The first one is the main house where volunteers will live in the near future. The second house is the storage and workshops where volunteers will keep the paint and other materials. The work on this project is a mix of renovation work and gardening. We will also take care of the property, plant trees, cleaning the area, even cleaning the coast line around the fjord There are a lot farms in the area so the volunteers will have the chance to visit other farms around and therefore to learn about Icelandic farming methods. Leisure time: We will explore the whole whale fjord and the surrounding area, including a hike to the highest waterfall in Iceland. WF Iceland will also organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs. Accommodation & Food: We will be staying in the farm. Participants are asked to bring a sleeping bag. Food will be provided for the duration of the workcamp and everyone is expected to do his/her fair share of the cooking/cleaning. It would be nice to try new and different dishes, so please remember to bring along recipes from your own countries. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 9 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 10 of 47 Fecha de impresión: LIBRO CAMPOS PROYECTOS 013 /03/13 10:31 Language:ç The language of the workcamp is English. Terminal: Intl. Airport: Keflavík (KEF), Reykjavík. Additional Information: There is an extra participation fee of 180 Euros for this workcamp. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 10 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 11 of 47 Fecha de impresión: Referencia: 6 Code: Location: Address: Url: Project: WF10-13 FARM LIFE - FJORD OF THE WHALES (C. EXTRA 180 EUR) REYKJAVIK www.wf.is ENVI-RENO - Environmental-Restoration Year: 013 Initial Date: 14/08/013 Final Date: 6/08/013 Min Age: 18 Max Age: 30 Places: Description of Workcamp: WF10 Farm life - nature and renovation in fjord of the whales, ENVI / RENO, 10 vol 14/08-6/08 Project and location: Hvalfjörður (Icelandic: Whale-fjord) is situated in the west of Iceland between Mosfellsbær and Akranes. The fjord is approximately 30 km long and 5 km wide. The name Hvalfjörður is derived from the large number of whales which could be found and caught there. Until the 1980s, one of the biggest whaling stations in Iceland was located in this fjord. In the past the fjord also contained a large number of herring fisheries.a hiking trail to the highest waterfall in Iceland, Glymur, has its origin at the innermost end of the fjord. Work: Since the creation of Worldwide friends, the organization has been looking for the opportunity to set up a project to renovate and work at an old Icelandic farm. The idea of renovating old spaces in the country side of Iceland and especially in areas where there isn t much population is one of the best ideas our organization could develop. In one hand we have the opportunity of giving life to an empty and old space, in the other hand we are bringing life back to the area with the spirit and the ideas of International volunteers which will be very much welcomed by the local community. The first part of this Project will consist on renovating and putting the farm in good shape. There are two building that we have to renovate. The first one is the main house where volunteers will live in the near future. The second house is the storage and workshops where volunteers will keep the paint and other materials. The work on this project is a mix of renovation work and gardening. We will also take care of the property, plant trees, cleaning the area, even cleaning the coast line around the fjord There are a lot farms in the area so the volunteers will have the chance to visit other farms around and therefore to learn about Icelandic farming methods. Leisure time: We will explore the whole whale fjord and the surrounding area, including a hike to the highest waterfall in Iceland. WF Iceland will also organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs. Accommodation & Food: We will be staying in the farm. Participants are asked to bring a sleeping bag. Food will be provided for the duration of the workcamp and everyone is expected to do his/her fair share of the cooking/cleaning. It would be nice to try new and different dishes, so please remember to bring along recipes from your own countries. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 11 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 1 of 47 Fecha de impresión: LIBRO CAMPOS PROYECTOS 013 /03/13 10:31 Language: The language of the workcamp is English. Terminal: Intl. Airport: Keflavík (KEF), Reykjavík. Additional Information: There is an extra participation fee of 180 Euros for this workcamp. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 1 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 13 of 47 Fecha de impresión: Referencia: 7 Code: Location: Address: Url: Project: WF115-13 EAST OF ICELAND - CLOSE TO NATURE (C. 150 EUR) REYKJAVIK www.wf.is ENVI-MANU - Environmental-Manual work Year: 013 Initial Date: 05/07/013 Final Date: 19/07/013 Min Age: 18 Max Age: 30 Places: Description of Workcamp: WF115 East of Iceland - close to nature, 05/07-19/07, ENVI / MANU, 15 vol Project and location: Scoured by Ice Age glaciers, the dramatic east coast boasts long, narrow fjords with steep sides and jagged peaks which contrast with inland fertile farmlands. Natural harbours mean picture-postcard fishing villages and seemingly never-ending roads cross the region, providing beautiful sweeping views. Fjarðabyggð is an association of villages in the Eastern fjords of Iceland. It includes the towns of Eskifjörður, Fáskrúðsfjörður, Mjóifjörður, Neskaupstaður, Reyðarfjörður and Stöðvarfjörður, all tiny fishing villages with steep mountains towering just behind the houses. In this area you will see some of the features that make Iceland a unique place in the world: spectacular fjords with a rich sea life, a great variety of birdlife, and countless breathtaking hiking paths. You will explore the area during your stay in the east. Work: Most of the work will consist of cleaning and beautifying the towns and the surrounding area. We will also do some other environmental tasks for example clean the coastline, plant trees or build hiking paths. Our work will also depend on weather conditions and that s why we have to be flexible. Please keep in mind that the work might be physically hard and you should be prepared for unfriendly weather, even though, hopefully, it will be nice most of the time. This is a perfect camp for people who like outdoor work and physical challenges. Leisure time: Worldwide Friends volunteers have free access to the local geothermally-heated swimming pool in Eskifjörður. Traditionally, natural pools have played an important social role in Icelandic culture. Most Icelandic pools offer indoor and outdoor swimming, as well as hot tubs and saunas or steam rooms. WF Iceland will also organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include unique Icelandic sights such as lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges or steam-vents.. Accommodation and food: In a community centre called Knellan which is located in Eskifjordur. Mattresses will be provided and everyone is asked to bring his/her own warm sleeping bag. We will have access to showers at the local swimming pool and sports centre. The food will be supplied for the duration of the work camp and everyone is expected to do his/her fair share of the cooking/cleaning. It would be nice to try new and different dishes, so please remember to bring along recipes from your own countries. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 13 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 14 of 47 Fecha de impresión: Language: The language of the camp is English. Terminal: Intl. Airport: Keflavík (KEF), Reykjavík. The closest national airport to the camp site is Egilsstaðir airport which is 40 km away from the project s site. Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Eskifjörður for a fair price going through the North to the East of the island. After the camp we will also offer for a fair price a trip from the workcamp place to Reykjavik through the east and south of Iceland. This trip includes unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs. If you join our minibus both ways than you will go all around the island. Additional Information: There is an extra participation fee of 150,- Euro for this workcamp. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 14 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 15 of 47 Fecha de impresión: Referencia: 8 Code: Location: Address: Url: Project: WF1-13 EAST OF ICELAND - CLOSE TO NATURE (C. 150 EUR) REYKJAVIK www.wf.is ENVI-MANU - Environmental-Manual work Year: 013 Initial Date: 18/07/013 Final Date: 31/07/013 Min Age: 18 Max Age: 30 Places: Description of WF1 East of Iceland - close to nature, 18/07-31/07, Workcamp: ENVI / MANU, 15 vol Project and location: Scoured by Ice Age glaciers, the dramatic east coast boasts long, narrow fjords with steep sides and jagged peaks which contrast with inland fertile farmlands. Natural harbours mean picture-postcard fishing villages and seemingly never-ending roads cross the region, providing beautiful sweeping views. Fjarðabyggð" is an association of villages in the Eastern fjords of Iceland. It includes the towns of Eskifjörður, Fáskrúðsfjörður, Mjóifjörður, Neskaupstaður, Reyðarfjörður and Stöðvarfjörður, all tiny fishing villages with steep mountains towering just behind the houses. In this area you will see some of the features that make Iceland a unique place in the world: spectacular fjords with a rich sea life, a great variety of birdlife, and countless breathtaking hiking paths. You will explore the area during your stay in the east. Work: Most of the work will consist of cleaning and beautifying the towns and the surrounding area. We will also do some other environmental tasks for example clean the coastline, plant trees or build hiking paths. Our work will also depend on weather conditions and that s why we have to be flexible. Please keep in mind that the work might be physically hard and you should be prepared for unfriendly weather, even though, hopefully, it will be nice most of the time. This is a perfect camp for people who like outdoor work and physical challenges. Leisure time: Worldwide Friends volunteers have free access to the local geothermally-heated swimming pool in Eskifjörður. Traditionally, natural pools have played an important social role in Icelandic culture. Most Icelandic pools offer indoor and outdoor swimming, as well as hot tubs and saunas or steam rooms. WF Iceland will also organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include unique Icelandic sights such as lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges or steam-vents.. Accommodation and food: In a community centre called Knellan which is located in Eskifjordur. Mattresses will be provided and everyone is asked to bring his/her own warm sleeping bag. We will have access to showers at the local swimming pool and sports centre. The food will be supplied for the duration of the work camp and everyone is expected to do his/her fair share of the cooking/cleaning. It would be nice to try new and different dishes, so please remember to bring along recipes from your own countries. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 15 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 16 of 47 Fecha de impresión: Language: The language of the camp is English. Terminal: Intl. Airport: Keflavík (KEF), Reykjavík. The closest national airport to the camp site is Egilsstaðir airport which is 40 km away from the project s site. Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Eskifjörður for a fair price going through the North to the East of the island. After the camp we will also offer for a fair price a trip from the workcamp place to Reykjavik through the east and south of Iceland. This trip includes unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs. If you join our minibus both ways than you will go all around the island. Additional Information: There is an extra participation fee of 150,- Euro for this workcamp. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 16 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 17 of 47 Fecha de impresión: Referencia: 9 Code: Location: Address: Url: Project: WF5-13 RAUFARHOFN - ARCTIC CIRCLE (C. EXTRA 180 EUR) REYKJAVIK www.wf.is ART-CULT - Art camp - Cultural Year: 013 Initial Date: 0/07/013 Final Date: 03/08/013 Min Age: 18 Max Age: 30 Places: Description of Workcamp: WF5 Raufarhöfn - near to the arctic circle, 0/07-03/08, ART/CULT 15 vol Project Location: The village of Raufarhöfn is the community that lies farthest north in Iceland. It is located in the eastern part of Melrakkasletta close to the Arctic Circle. The population of Raufarhöfn is about 00 and most of the people there earn their living from fishing and fish processing. The harbor is very beautiful and partly shaped by nature itself. A wide and untouched open area surrounds the village with a lot of birds and varied vegetation. In summer one will observe wild migratory birds within the village being a part of the village life with the villagers most often waking up in the morning to the songs of birds. The coastline with its inlets and creeks is filled with driftwood and reaches out into the Arctic Sea. Away and on the surface of the sea various sea-birds will be spotted and an occasional seal. On the beach waders strut and inland on the grassy moorlands there are dozens of lakes filled with trout. In the vicinity many species of ducks, waders and species that favor heaths and moorlands may be observed. Work: The purpose of this camp is very diverse. During these camp volunteers will be able to cooperate in different tasks. Depending to the season or month where volunteers will participate in the camp the themes will be different. WF owns a center in the village. During the first month of the summer the camp will be more focused on cultural activities for the people and the youth of the village. Activities such as cultural coffees, international evenings, workshop which volunteers can develop, renovation work such us painting and cleaning the House and visual arts project such a sharing photography knowledge s, video filming and editing. During the last months of the summer volunteers will work more on environmental tasks such as cleaning the coast line. During this time the local Youth goes back to school and is more difficult to gather people for cultural evening. Another reason to avoid environmental work during the first months is due to the migrant birds known as CRIA in Iceland. About this time they are nesting and is not good to disturb the areas. At the end of August the fly back again and is perfect time for coastline cleaning. Also during this time volunteers will have the chance to share photo skills and video and edit and produce visual arts materials to be use afterwards on our website. This work camp is a way to enjoy an amazing time in Iceland with other international volunteers and to have an incredible experience where participants share their knowledge with each other while they are exploring creativity, environmental issues and intercultural learning. Leisure: Worldwide Friends volunteers have free access to the local swimming pool. Traditionally, natural pools have played an important social role in Icelandic culture. Most Icelandic pools offer indoor and outdoor swimming, as well as hot tubs and saunas or steam rooms. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 17 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 18 of 47 Fecha de impresión: Accommodation and Food: Worldwide Friends volunteers stay in an indoor community facility offering basic facilities. Beds are provided, however volunteers should bring their own warm sleeping bags. Food is included for the duration of the workcamp, however everyone is expected to do their fair share of the cooking and cleaning. Since it is always nice to try new and different dishes, volunteers are encouraged to bring along their favourite recipes from home! Language: A basic knowledge of English is required for this workcamp. Terminal: Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Raufarhofn for a fair price. We will also offer for a fair price a two days trips from Raufarhofn to Reykjavik through the east and south of Iceland. This trip includes unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs. Additional Information: There is an Extra participation fee of 180,- Euro for this workcamp. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 18 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 19 of 47 Fecha de impresión: Referencia: 10 Code: Location: Address: Url: Project: WF7-13 RAUFARHOFN - ARCTIC CIRCLE (C. EXTRA 180 EUR) REYKJAVIK www.wf.is ART-CULT - Art camp - Cultural Year: 013 Initial Date: 01/08/013 Final Date: 13/08/013 Min Age: 18 Max Age: 30 Places: Description of Workcamp: WF7 Raufarhöfn - near to the arctic circle, 01/08-13/08, ART/CULT 15,vol Project Location: The village of Raufarhöfn is the community that lies farthest north in Iceland. It is located in the eastern part of Melrakkasletta close to the Arctic Circle. The population of Raufarhöfn is about 00 and most of the people there earn their living from fishing and fish processing. The harbor is very beautiful and partly shaped by nature itself. A wide and untouched open area surrounds the village with a lot of birds and varied vegetation. In summer one will observe wild migratory birds within the village being a part of the village life with the villagers most often waking up in the morning to the songs of birds. The coastline with its inlets and creeks is filled with driftwood and reaches out into the Arctic Sea. Away and on the surface of the sea various sea-birds will be spotted and an occasional seal. On the beach waders strut and inland on the grassy moorlands there are dozens of lakes filled with trout. In the vicinity many species of ducks, waders and species that favor heaths and moorlands may be observed. Work: The purpose of this camp is very diverse. During these camp volunteers will be able to cooperate in different tasks. Depending to the season or month where volunteers will participate in the camp the themes will be different. WF owns a center in the village. During the first month of the summer the camp will be more focused on cultural activities for the people and the youth of the village. Activities such as cultural coffees, international evenings, workshop which volunteers can develop, renovation work such us painting and cleaning the House and visual arts project such a sharing photography knowledge s, video filming and editing. During the last months of the summer volunteers will work more on environmental tasks such as cleaning the coast line. During this time the local Youth goes back to school and is more difficult to gather people for cultural evening. Another reason to avoid environmental work during the first months is due to the migrant birds known as CRIA in Iceland. About this time they are nesting and is not good to disturb the areas. At the end of August the fly back again and is perfect time for coastline cleaning. Also during this time volunteers will have the chance to share photo skills and video and edit and produce visual arts materials to be use afterwards on our website. This work camp is a way to enjoy an amazing time in Iceland with other international volunteers and to have an incredible experience where participants share their knowledge with each other while they are exploring creativity, environmental issues and intercultural learning. Leisure: Worldwide Friends volunteers have free access to the local swimming pool. Traditionally, natural pools have played an important social role in Icelandic culture. Most Icelandic pools offer indoor and outdoor swimming, as well as hot tubs and saunas or steam rooms. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 19 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 0 of 47 Fecha de impresión: Accommodation and Food: Worldwide Friends volunteers stay in an indoor community facility offering basic facilities. Beds are provided, however volunteers should bring their own warm sleeping bags. Food is included for the duration of the workcamp, however everyone is expected to do their fair share of the cooking and cleaning. Since it is always nice to try new and different dishes, volunteers are encouraged to bring along their favorite recipes from home! Language: A basic knowledge of English is required for this workcamp. Terminal: Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Raufarhofn for a fair price. We will also offer for a fair price a two days trips from Raufarhofn to Reykjavik through the east and south of Iceland. This trip includes unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs. Additional Information: There is an Extra participation fee of 180,- Euro for this workcamp. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 0 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 1 of 47 Fecha de impresión: Referencia: 11 Code: Location: Address: Url: Project: WF8-13 RAUFARHOFN - ARCTIC CIRCLE (C. EXTRA 180 EUR) REYKJAVIK www.wf.is ART-CULT - Art camp - Cultural Year: 013 Initial Date: 11/08/013 Final Date: /08/013 Min Age: 18 Max Age: 30 Places: Descripction of WF8 Raufarhöfn - near to the arctic circle, 11/08 - /08, Workcamp: vol 15 ART/CULT Project Location: The village of Raufarhöfn is the community that lies farthest north in Iceland. It is located in the eastern part of Melrakkasletta close to the Arctic Circle. The population of Raufarhöfn is about 00 and most of the people there earn their living from fishing and fish processing. The harbor is very beautiful and partly shaped by nature itself. A wide and untouched open area surrounds the village with a lot of birds and varied vegetation. In summer one will observe wild migratory birds within the village being a part of the village life with the villagers most often waking up in the morning to the songs of birds. The coastline with its inlets and creeks is filled with driftwood and reaches out into the Arctic Sea. Away and on the surface of the sea various sea-birds will be spotted and an occasional seal. On the beach waders strut and inland on the grassy moorlands there are dozens of lakes filled with trout. In the vicinity many species of ducks, waders and species that favor heaths and moorlands may be observed. Work: The purpose of this camp is very diverse. During these camp volunteers will be able to cooperate in different tasks. Depending to the season or month where volunteers will participate in the camp the themes will be different. WF owns a center in the village. During the first month of the summer the camp will be more focused on cultural activities for the people and the youth of the village. Activities such as cultural coffees, international evenings, workshop which volunteers can develop, renovation work such us painting and cleaning the House and visual arts project such a sharing photography knowledge s, video filming and editing. During the last months of the summer volunteers will work more on environmental tasks such as cleaning the coast line. During this time the local Youth goes back to school and is more difficult to gather people for cultural evening. Another reason to avoid environmental work during the first months is due to the migrant birds known as CRIA in Iceland. About this time they are nesting and is not good to disturb the areas. At the end of August the fly back again and is perfect time for coastline cleaning. Also during this time volunteers will have the chance to share photo skills and video and edit and produce visual arts materials to be use afterwards on our website. This work camp is a way to enjoy an amazing time in Iceland with other international volunteers and to have an incredible experience where participants share their knowledge with each other while they are exploring creativity, environmental issues and intercultural learning. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 1 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page of 47 Fecha de impresión: Leisure: Worldwide Friends volunteers have free access to the local swimming pool. Traditionally, natural pools have played an important social role in Icelandic culture. Most Icelandic pools offer indoor and outdoor swimming, as well as hot tubs and saunas or steam rooms. Accommodation and Food: Worldwide Friends volunteers stay in an indoor community facility offering basic facilities. Beds are provided, however volunteers should bring their own warm sleeping bags. Food is included for the duration of the workcamp, however everyone is expected to do their fair share of the cooking and cleaning. Since it is always nice to try new and different dishes, volunteers are encouraged to bring along their favorite recipes from home! Language: A basic knowledge of English is required for this workcamp. Terminal: Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Raufarhofn for a fair price. We will also offer for a fair price a two days trips from Raufarhofn to Reykjavik through the east and south of Iceland. This trip includes unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs. Additional Information: There is an Extra participation fee of 180,- Euro for this work camp. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 3 of 47 Fecha de impresión: Referencia: 1 Code: Location: Address: Url: Project: WF9-13 RAUFARHOFN - ARCTIC CIRCLE (C. EXTRA 180 EUR) REYKJAVIK www.wf.is ART-CULT - Art camp - Cultural Year: 013 Initial Date: 0/08/013 Final Date: 03/09/013 Min Age: 18 Max Age: 30 Places: Description of Workcamp: WF9 Raufarhöfn - near to the arctic circle, 0/08-03/09, ART/CULT 15, vol Project Location: The village of Raufarhöfn is the community that lies farthest north in Iceland. It is located in the eastern part of Melrakkasletta close to the Arctic Circle. The population of Raufarhöfn is about 00 and most of the people there earn their living from fishing and fish processing. The harbor is very beautiful and partly shaped by nature itself. A wide and untouched open area surrounds the village with a lot of birds and varied vegetation. In summer one will observe wild migratory birds within the village being a part of the village life with the villagers most often waking up in the morning to the songs of birds. The coastline with its inlets and creeks is filled with driftwood and reaches out into the Arctic Sea. Away and on the surface of the sea various sea-birds will be spotted and an occasional seal. On the beach waders strut and inland on the grassy moorlands there are dozens of lakes filled with trout. In the vicinity many species of ducks, waders and species that favor heaths and moorlands may be observed. Work: The purpose of this camp is very diverse. During these camp volunteers will be able to cooperate in different tasks. Depending to the season or month where volunteers will participate in the camp the themes will be different. WF owns a center in the village. During the first month of the summer the camp will be more focused on cultural activities for the people and the youth of the village. Activities such as cultural coffees, international evenings, workshop which volunteers can develop, renovation work such us painting and cleaning the House and visual arts project such a sharing photography knowledge s, video filming and editing. During the last months of the summer volunteers will work more on environmental tasks such as cleaning the coast line. During this time the local Youth goes back to school and is more difficult to gather people for cultural evening. Another reason to avoid environmental work during the first months is due to the migrant birds known as CRIA in Iceland. About this time they are nesting and is not good to disturb the areas. At the end of August the fly back again and is perfect time for coastline cleaning. Also during this time volunteers will have the chance to share photo skills and video and edit and produce visual arts materials to be use afterwards on our website. This work camp is a way to enjoy an amazing time in Iceland with other international volunteers and to have an incredible experience where participants share their knowledge with each other while they are exploring creativity, environmental issues and intercultural learning. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 3 of 47
Descripción del listado: Page 4 of 47 Fecha de impresión: Leisure: Worldwide Friends volunteers have free access to the local swimming pool. Traditionally, natural pools have played an important social role in Icelandic culture. Most Icelandic pools offer indoor and outdoor swimming, as well as hot tubs and saunas or steam rooms. Accommodation and Food: Worldwide Friends volunteers stay in an indoor community facility offering basic facilities. Beds are provided, however volunteers should bring their own warm sleeping bags. Food is included for the duration of the workcamp, however everyone is expected to do their fair share of the cooking and cleaning. Since it is always nice to try new and different dishes, volunteers are encouraged to bring along their favorite recipes from home! Language: A basic knowledge of English is required for this workcamp. Terminal: Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Raufarhofn for a fair price. We will also offer for a fair price a two days trips from Raufarhofn to Reykjavik through the east and south of Iceland. This trip includes unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs. Additional Information: There is an Extra participation fee of 180,- Euro for this work camp. Copyright Instituto de la Juventud 013 Page 4 of 47