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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current facilities & operations of orchid/bromeliad tissue culture lab
- Develop written plan of proposed changes/suggestions
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in tissue culture
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current facilities & operations of orchid/bromeliad tissue culture lab
- Develop written plan of proposed changes/suggestions
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in tissue culture
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current practices of shade grown organic coffee production
- Develop plan to increase production
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in shade grown coffee production
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current practices of shade grown organic coffee production
- Develop plan to increase production
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in shade grown coffee production
Price per week: $ 84
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Catalog tree species
- Prepare a report with tree phonologic information
Requirements: Experience in tree phenology
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Catalog tree species
- Prepare a report with tree phonologic information
Requirements: Experience in tree phenology
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 2 weeks
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Photograph flora and fauna on reserve
- Develop film/upload photos and save to disks
- Give use of photographs to the Maquipucuna Foundation database
Requirements: Experience in nature photography
Commitment:: 2 weeks
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Photograph flora and fauna on reserve
- Develop film/upload photos and save to disks
- Give use of photographs to the Maquipucuna Foundation database
Requirements: Experience in nature photography
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current milk production facility
- Develop written plan of proposed changes
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in milk production facilities
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current milk production facility
- Develop written plan of proposed changes
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in milk production facilities
Price per week: $ 84
Contact:
Yunguilla
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Yunguilla
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current pest management methods
- Develop written plan of proposed changes (integrated pest management system)
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in pest management
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current pest management methods
- Develop written plan of proposed changes (integrated pest management system)
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in pest management
Price per week: $ 84
Contact:
Yunguilla
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Yunguilla
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Office position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review all current procedures
- Develop plan to include suggestions on relational database, arc information, arc view
Requirements: Experience in GIS technology
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Office position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review all current procedures
- Develop plan to include suggestions on relational database, arc information, arc view
Requirements: Experience in GIS technology
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Assist in documenting reforestation process
- Assist in developing tree nurseries for reforestation efforts
- Assist in training others to reforest land
Requirements: Forestry experience; must be able to speak Spanish
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Assist in documenting reforestation process
- Assist in developing tree nurseries for reforestation efforts
- Assist in training others to reforest land
Requirements: Forestry experience; must be able to speak Spanish
Price per week: $ 84
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Office position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Assess libraries in Quito, Maquipucuna Reserve, Yunguilla, Zamora
- Prepare report-outlining ideas to improve the system
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in library science
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Office position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Assess libraries in Quito, Maquipucuna Reserve, Yunguilla, Zamora
- Prepare report-outlining ideas to improve the system
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in library science
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 2 months
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current practices using bamboo to build signs, furniture, etc.
- Develop written plan, to include training and production needs
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Carpentry skills/experience working with bamboo
Commitment:: 2 months
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current practices using bamboo to build signs, furniture, etc.
- Develop written plan, to include training and production needs
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Carpentry skills/experience working with bamboo
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
Send an Email
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
Send an Email
Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current use of resources available
- Seek input from staff
- Develop written plan
- Assist in training new thought processes to put plan into place
Requirements: Experience in resource management
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current use of resources available
- Seek input from staff
- Develop written plan
- Assist in training new thought processes to put plan into place
Requirements: Experience in resource management
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
Send an Email
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review the most current strategic plan developed
- Determine status of projects
- Assign specific tasks & time-line of each objective
- Develop accountability mechanism for projects
Requirements: Experience in strategic planning
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review the most current strategic plan developed
- Determine status of projects
- Assign specific tasks & time-line of each objective
- Develop accountability mechanism for projects
Requirements: Experience in strategic planning
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current practices
- Develop marketing plan to include concrete methods of attaining additional marketing avenues
Requirements: Experience in small business development
Commitment:: 6 months
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current practices
- Develop marketing plan to include concrete methods of attaining additional marketing avenues
Requirements: Experience in small business development
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current production practices
- Develop marketing plan to include concrete methods of attaining additional marketing avenues
Requirements: Experience in small business development
Commitment:: 1 month
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current production practices
- Develop marketing plan to include concrete methods of attaining additional marketing avenues
Requirements: Experience in small business development
Price per week: $ 94
Contact:
Yunguilla
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Yunguilla
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Plant & maintain organic vegetable & fruit garden
- Pick vegetables & fruit
- Develop pest management regimes
- Feed & water animals (pigs, chickens, & fish)
- Maintain animal living quarters
Requirements: Experience in maintaining organic garden & managing farm animals
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Plant & maintain organic vegetable & fruit garden
- Pick vegetables & fruit
- Develop pest management regimes
- Feed & water animals (pigs, chickens, & fish)
- Maintain animal living quarters
Requirements: Experience in maintaining organic garden & managing farm animals
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 2 months
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Design signs
- Draw & carve signs
Requirements: Lettering, drawing, artist
Commitment:: 2 months
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Design signs
- Draw & carve signs
Requirements: Lettering, drawing, artist
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Replace roofing on several buildings
- Repair lodge furniture
- Replace screens on research lodging
- Build bamboo houses
- Clean bamboo throughout reserve
- Build fence around chicken and pig shed
Requirements: Building, maintenance, & carpentry skills; must be able to lift 25 – 50 lbs
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Replace roofing on several buildings
- Repair lodge furniture
- Replace screens on research lodging
- Build bamboo houses
- Clean bamboo throughout reserve
- Build fence around chicken and pig shed
Requirements: Building, maintenance, & carpentry skills; must be able to lift 25 – 50 lbs
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current facilities & operations of the tourist lodge
- Develop written plan of proposed changes
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in eco-friendly processes
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Conservation position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current facilities & operations of the tourist lodge
- Develop written plan of proposed changes
- Train individuals to put plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in eco-friendly processes
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Maquipucuna
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current facilities & operations of reserve facilities
- Develop written plan of proposed changes
- Train individuals to put a plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in the hotel and restaurant business
Commitment:: 3 months
Type of position:: Ecotourism development position
Description: Responsibilities:
- Review current facilities & operations of reserve facilities
- Develop written plan of proposed changes
- Train individuals to put a plan into practice
Requirements: Experience in the hotel and restaurant business
Price per week: $ 105
Contact:
Fundacion Maquipucun
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Fundacion Maquipucun
Burbano, Monica
The MAQUIPUCUNA FOUNDATION was founded in 1988 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Ecuador's biodiversity and the sustainable use of natural resources. The foundation promotes the participation of local communities in its programs.
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Province:: Pichincha province
Commitment:: from 1 week
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: This week is both a separate program and also a part of our month long cultural exchange volunteer program. The length of time you decide to stay at the hacienda is flexible.
We invite you to spend an educational and enjoyable stay at our hacienda in Picalquí, set in beautiful, tranquil grounds with stunning panoramic views of the Andes .
At the hacienda you can learn about modern techniques of organic agriculture, agro-forestry, animal management and the conservation of native forests. You will learn details of each subject through daily practical experience and conversations with our staff.
Requirements: An interest in agriculture and some Spanish will help (though not essential).
Commitment:: from 1 week
Type of position:: Community development position
Description: This week is both a separate program and also a part of our month long cultural exchange volunteer program. The length of time you decide to stay at the hacienda is flexible.
We invite you to spend an educational and enjoyable stay at our hacienda in Picalquí, set in beautiful, tranquil grounds with stunning panoramic views of the Andes .
At the hacienda you can learn about modern techniques of organic agriculture, agro-forestry, animal management and the conservation of native forests. You will learn details of each subject through daily practical experience and conversations with our staff.
Requirements: An interest in agriculture and some Spanish will help (though not essential).
Price per week: $ 70
Contact:
FBU
Stuart Franklin
The FBU promotes the participation of the farming communities and the local population in processes of building and strengthening their identities. It's projects are orientated toward production improvement with an agroecological focus, the protection of micro valleys and forests, and environmental education. Other activities undertaken by the FBU are volunteer programs focused on the promotion of cultural exchange, nationally and internationally.
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FBU
Stuart Franklin
The FBU promotes the participation of the farming communities and the local population in processes of building and strengthening their identities. It's projects are orientated toward production improvement with an agroecological focus, the protection of micro valleys and forests, and environmental education. Other activities undertaken by the FBU are volunteer programs focused on the promotion of cultural exchange, nationally and internationally.
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