FraJr108-07 ESPINASSE-VOZELLE/Vichy 01-Jul-07
to 21-Jul-07 RENO
16 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: Restoration of the
old courtyard of the school: removing of the
plastic constructions to open the courtyard as it was before,
restoration of the outside and inside walls (made of bricks and cobs). In the
schoolyard: to sandpaper and repaint game modules for children. Installation of
underground of young space: to install storage boxes out of wood. You will be
framed by the communal employees. You will be divided into 2 or 3 groups. It is
possible that you work on scaffolding for the courtyard.A: Under a tent, beside
the cloakrooms of the football grounds. Kitchen in the bar of the stadium.
Lodging is located close to the working place and the village. Altitude: 300 m.
No shops in the village; shops in Vichy (10 kms). We will not be responsible
for you if you arrive before the beginning of the project. Possible lodging, at
your expenses (please check by calling): lodgings in Espinasse: Mr. Rozier 04-70-56-51-62,
Mr. Veysseire 04-70-56-52-89 Mrs. Najean - 04-70-56-38-26, tourist office of
Vichy 04-70-98-71-94. LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English
LO: Espinasse-Vozelle
is a rural village of 700 inhabitants in the heart of Limagne Bourbonnaise
region, which is part of the Community of agglomerations of Vichy. The village
is located in the western end of the territory of the Community.
Espinasse-Vozelle has a primary school which host each year approximately 70
pupils. The municipality wishes to preserve this school and the life that it
brings to the village. The municipality is caring for the children but also of
the teenagers of the village. The project of a youth centre will be carried
out. As of this summer, this centre will be open, and will allow to establish links
between among teenagers. Close towns : Vichy (10 kms). Jeunesse et
Reconstruction will organise a visit during the workcamp. Animations possible
on the spot: welcoming drink, Exchanges and meetings with the young people by
the means of the youth centre, Participation in the festival of 14th July,
meetings with the club of Edlerly people, excursion in the neighbourhoods with
the inhabitants, football with the local club, international meal, visit of the
borough and its church. Animations possible in the neighbourhoods: Visit of
Vichy, sporting in the sport Center in Vichy, Visit Castle of Billy, meeting
with volunteer of Busset workcamp. (Vichy) T: Vichy
FraJr313-07 Assier
01-Jul-07 to 21-Jul-07
FEST 15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: The workcamp will
be divided in two major moments: The first week : under the supervision of a
specialist, you will participate in public utility work in the village (not yet
determined, manual work). During week 2 and 3: in collaboration with the
organization and the volunteers of this festival, you will take part in the
preparation, the development and the closing of the jazz festival: handling and
the assembling of the equipment, the preparation of the stages , selling of
entrance tickets, drinks, and finally the cleaning and disassembling of the
stages. Attention: a certain flexibility in the work is required according to
the needs of the festival.A: Under tents near the football stadium, kitchen and
toilets available in stadium building. We cannot accommodate you if you arrive
before the starting date of the workcamp. LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO:
Altitude: 340m. Located at 20km North-East from the town of Figeac in the dry
plains of the Causses region, Assier is a charming little village with a rich
historical past. There is a castle from the Renaissance period and also a
fortified church. In spite of this small size (550 inhabitants), the village is
very dynamic and has received more than 1500 spectators during the festival in
2006. Possible free time activities: the Padirac cave, visits of the towns of
Figeac and Rocamadour. Sports: canoeing, hiking and cycling tours, football
games with the village youths. Cultural
events: the Assier Jazz Festival! T: Assier
FraSj30-07 ST GEORGE DE LONGUEPIERRE 01-Jul-07
to 31-Aug-07 RENO
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: Having previously
welcomed a workcamp in 2004, the town of Saint-George now wishes to particpate
in the adventure of an international workcamp, to discover the different
dynamics and activities that they bring the local community. Therefore the
restoration of a wall and the development of the area surrounding the washhouse
is being placed in the hands of the volunteers. The hosting of the international
volunteers in the village will be an opportunity to get involved in different
local activities organised by the inhabitants. A: town hall L:60 km from the sea and Rochefort,
(mid-west of Charente Maritime), the west of France T: Saint Jean d'Angély
FraJr118-07 Montmorin/Clermont-ferrand 01-Jul-07
to 21-Jul-07 RENO
12 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: You will be guided
by a professional sculptor who used to restore historical monuments. Delighted
to share his know-how, he already guided several workcamps. Volunteers must be
committed to the project. Students and people fond of built heritage are
expected. Restoration of a fountain: building dry-stone walls in order to
delimit the fountain, building of steps made out of stones in order to go down
the fountain. Restoration of the roof of a washing place at Les Coissards:
restore the wooden frame and the roof, change the tiles. You will possibly work
on scaffolding.A: In the village school. Walk to go to the showers (10 min).
The 3 first days, you will stay in another local building because the school
won’t be finished. There are no shops in the village. Walk to go to the
workcamps (15 min). If you arrive before the beginning of the workcamp: there
is no lodging in Montmorin. Therefore, you will have to go, to Billom, at your
own charge -
LO: The small village
of Montmorin is located in the Puy de Dôme region, next to Billom, east of
Clermont Ferrand. It belongs to the St Dier-billom grouping of towns. Montmorin
is a small rural village divided into 40 hamlets, and located in the middle of
a valley. Nature lovers are expected. Population: 525 inhabitants, Altitude:
630 m. Towns nearby: Clermont Ferrand (25 kms). Jeunesse et Reconstruction
organizes one visit during the workcamp. Possible free time activities :
Meeting with young people, Visit of the medieval castle at Montmorin, Visit of
Billom, Swimming-pool in Billom, tennis, basketball, Visit of the castles
around (Mauzun, Ravel, Martinanches), Walk in the Madet valley, Canoe at Ste
Marguerite, Hike to the Puy de Dome, Visit of Clermont Ferrand, Visit of
Issoire (international folklore festival),
T: Clermont-Ferrand
FraSj16-07 Chantier à la ferme du Fai 01-Jul-07
to 31-Aug-07 ENVI/RENO
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: For more than
fifteen years, Solidarités Jeunesses has been renovating and working on the
farm of Faï. This insulated farm, established in a natural zone, is a place of
meetings and exchanges, and also where we develop environmental projects and
cultural events. In 2007, the volunteers will take part in various adjustments
of the farm, improving the structure and way of life, in an ecological manner
(including the installation of thermal solar panels, introducing solar power to
the camp-site, protection of the biodiversity and clearing of undergrowth, work
on the hydraulics networks of the kitchen garden, and the purifying water).
L: The farm of Faï is
situated 3 km from Saix, in the
Hautes-Alpes,12 km from Veynes and 30 km from Gap
FraSj17-07 Fericy
01-Jul-07 to 22-Jul-07
ENVI/RENO 17 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: Fericy municipality (600 inhabitants), has
just acquired a 13th century house, which is located on a big property next to
Fontainebleau Forest. The volunteers will participate in the preservation of
this memorial and renovate the walls with the help of the locals. They will
thus get a technical apprenticeship. Volunteers will also propose some
activities to discover the region. L: Fericy is 60 km south-east of Paris
FraJr220-07 CHESSY LES MINES/Lyon part deiu 01-Jul-07
to 21-Jul-07 CONS
15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: With a communal
employee, you will have to prepare the ground for the future installations of
the games for the children.A: Under tent. We will not be responsible for you if
you arrive before the beginning of the project. Possible lodging, at your
expenses (please check by calling): in Lyon : Youth Hostel- 41-45, montée du
Chemin Neuf - Tel : +33 (0)4 78 15 05 50 - in Chessy : Hôtel de la Gare Tel. 04
78 43 97 19 LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English O: The village is located at the southern
limit of Beaujolais wine region, source of one of the most famous wines in the
world. one can discovers here true "small Tuscany", with many
villages located on hill tops. Everywhere, testimonies of past heritage are
present. Visit of villages (Oingt, Theizé, jarnioux, Ternand, Chatillon
d’Azergue); Villefranche sur Saone; cellars of the Beaujolais wine; Excursions
in Lyon (many museums, T: Lyon Part Dieu
FraJr219-07 Limonest/Lyon part dieu 01-Jul-07
to 21-Jul-07 RENO
15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: Under supersivion
of the volunteers of the Association Limonest Patrimoine - for the work of the
“Batterie des Carrieres” you will have: to restore the stones of the enclosing
wall, to clear an opening on the shooting platform and to rebuild a low wall
and a staircase. For the second project, volunteers will work under supervision
of the “Association de Sauvegarde des Lavoirs des Monts d’Or” (associaton that
preserves traditional washing places). Work will consist in restoring one of
these traditional washing places : restoration of the roof and masonry work to
restore the water ways.A: In the premises of a sport club (bicross).. We will
not be responsible for you if you arrive before the beginning of the project.
Possible lodging, at your expenses. LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: Located near
the Mont d’Or, Limonest offers, at a few minutes fromLyon, an exceptional
situation in which natural and built heritage are very rich and varied.
Limonest has a population of 2850 inhabitants and a surface of 897 ha including
more than 65% in natural spaces. Many excursions are possible. Limonest (old
town hall, presbytery), Poleymieux (restoration of a lime kiln made by an
international workfcamp), cellars of the Beaujolais wine, several excursions in
Lyon (many museums, etc.);
T: Lyon Part Dieu
FraSci09.3-07 CHATEAU DE BLAMONT 1 01-Jul-07
to 15-Jul-07 CULT/RENO
10 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
The association "
Clé de Voûte du Blâmontois ", created in 1991, is renovating a medieval
castel in the village of Blâmont, between Nancy and Strasbourg.W: The
volunteers will help with building work (masonry), reparing the walls, stone
cutting, clearing the site and general maintenance of the site. A : The
volunteers need to bring their own tent and sleeping bags. Q : It is good but
not obligatory to speak a little bit of French because 10 other french
volunteers will be present!
FraJr100-07 Lavaudieu/Brioude 01-Jul-07 to 21-Jul-07
RENO 16 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: Installation of stone
steps to create a way to the river (during 2 weeks) : levelling of the ground
to put the steps. On the 3rd week, you will restore the woodworks (framing of
windows, doors, of a balcony out of wood) in the gardens of the Abbey: cleaning
of the woodworks and varnishing (during 1 week). Work can be physical for step
creation. You will be led by a specialist A: In the old school, in the village
centre, close to the working place. Altitude: 550 m; no shops in the village,
shops in Brioude (10 kms). We will not be responsible for you if you arrive
before the beginning of the project. Possible lodging, at your
expensesLANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: This charming village developed around the
abbey bénédictines, built by the founder of the Abbey of la Chaise Dieu, Robert
de TURLANDE. Often chosen by fims makers, Lavaudieu hosted the team of the movie "les Rivières
Pourpres" in spring 2003. The benedictine abbey established in the
Middle Ages turned the valley of Senouire into "the valley of
God" and gave its name to the village. Nested in a peaceful woody
small valley, overhanging Sénouire, Lavaudieu (9 kms east of Brioude) attracts
many tourists and people fond of historical inheritance, amongst other things
thanks to its classification as one of the most beautiful villages in
France". / Population: 230 inhabitants/Close towns: Brioude (10 kms), Issoire (43 kms), Puy en
Velay (54 kms). Jeunesse et Reconstruction will organize one visit during the
workcamp. Possible animations on the spot: welcoming dring by the municipality,
Exchanges with association the Friends of Lavaudieu, Visits of the village,
bénédictine abbey with the Friends of Lavaudieu, Canoe kayak with a local
association, climbing, discovery of everyday life in a rural village at the
beginning of the XIX century
illustrated and guide in the Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions of
Haute-Loire, international meal, river Sénouire, hiking. Possible animations in
the neighbourhoods: Visit of Brioude, swimming in Langeac (discovery of the
gorges of Allier), renting of moutain bikes in Brioude, swimming pool in Brioude, Visit the castle of Paulhac and
Lespinasse.T: Brioude
FraJr202-07 LIVRON/Livron sur drome 01-Jul-07
to 21-Jul-07 RENO
15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: You will
participate in the cleaning of retaining walls: clearing of the vegetation,
digging of the joints; and in the replacement of the missing stones and redoing
of the plaster.A: In the changing rooms of the football ground. We will not be
responsible for you if you arrive before the beginning of the workcamp.
Possible lodging, at your charges, if you arrive before the beginning: at
Valence – hotel with restaurant: “Le Régina” (in front of the train station)–
hotel with restaurant Camping. LANGUAGE: FRENCH/ EnglishL: Located between
Valence and Montélimar, Livron is a necessary passage on road N7, for the
holiday makers of the Mediterranean region. its landscapes is made of valleys,
with the junction of the Drôme and the Rhône rivers, Livron offers the
possibility to do various hikes on river banks. The old village located on the
“hillock”, reveals a panorama on the Ardèche and the Drôme valley. Possible
free time activities (you can organize them, at your charges, with the coordinator):
visit of Livron (the old village, the channels) with the president of the “Amis
du vieux Livron” association, evenings with the inhabitants of the district.
Discover of Crest (visit of Tower, old village, concerts.), and of various
sites of the Drôme valley. Many excursions at Valence, and at Montélimar
(museum, manufacture of nougats), at Romans. Sports:rides, kayak (Drôme, hikes,
tennis, game of bowls. Excursion in the Vercors. Meeting with other workcamps
during the excursion to discover of the department. T: Livron sur Drôme
FraJr203-07 ETOILE/Valence-ville 01-Jul-07
to 21-Jul-07 RENO
15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: The restoration
work that will be started has been planned for years by the municipality. In
2006, clearing and cleaning work was done by a group of international
volunteers. This year, you will work on the restoration of a building (small
masonry) with the help of a specialist who has led volunteers’ work for years.
A: In the a chapel (“les
Pénitents Blancs”), regional office of Jeunesse et Reconstruction. We will not
be responsible for you if you arrive before the beginning of the workcamp.
Possible lodging, at your charges, if you arrive before: Valence – hotel with
restaurant: “Le Régina” ( in front of the train station) / hotel with
restaurant – camping LANGUAGE: FRENCH/EnglishLO: Located at 10 km south of
Valence, in the Drôme, Etoile (4 500 inhabitants) is a town which overhangs the
Rhône valley. Its village, at the heart of an enclosure of the 15th century,
reveals an architectural heritage of quality: church, apparent-stone houses,
chapel and castle. As for its countryside, it is characterized by very
diversified landscapes (edge of river – Rhône and Véore -, agricultural and
fruit-bearing zones, hills and woods). Possible free time activities (you can
organize them, at your charges, with the coordinator): discover of Crest (visit
of the Tower and abseiling, old town, night activities) and of various sites of
the Drôme valley such as Die (old town and cooperative cellar), Saillans
(magnanerie), Aouste (oil mill); visit of the towns of Valence, Montélimar
(museum of the miniature and manufacture of nougat), Romans (the shoe museum);
excursion to discover the Vercors; sport: rides, swimming, canoe (Drôme); lake
festival at Etoile; meeting with other workcamps.
T: VALENCE-VILLE
FraCbMTV01-07 LUDOTHEQUE CASTRAISE 01-Jul-07
to 28-Aug-07 KIDS
1 V. Ages 120-30 Fee:$250.00
Since more than 20
years the Ludoteque of Castres is organising each summer a leisure centre with
special activities in July and August for the children of our town.
Leisure time
activities are daily proposed from Monday to Friday from 9.00 to 18.30 to 50 - 60 kids in the age of 3 to 12 years
old. These activities are organised by a team of 7 animators (aged from 20 to
30 years old) and this year the association decided to invite also an
international volunteer to join the team of animators and to help to carry out
the activities with the kids. The volunteer is fully integrated in the team as
animator taking responsibilities, initiatives
and is invited to bring a new international point of view, facilitating
the discovery of another culture for the kids, intercultural learning and maybe
some specific leisure activities linked
to the country he/she is coming from. The group of children will be divided in
4 age-groups (3/4; 5/6; 6-9, 9-12) and the animator will develop adapted
activities around some themes. The panorama of activities is very large and
depends on the age of the kids, but always different sportive, cultural, scientific! creative or manual activities and
excursions in the region and very different kinds of play schemes will be put into practice.Profile of the volunteer:
The project looks for a dynamic and creative volunteer, willing to take
responsibility and to gain some
experience in the field of animation in France. French language skills
are requested, at least to communicate more or less well with the kids and the team. Some experience
in animation or with an organisation of (leisure time) activities for kids
would be very useful. L: This project will be in Castres T: Castres airport:
Toulouse. A: The volunteer has lodgement and food for free. For lunch s/he will
eat with the kids, for the rest s/he will have a budget for food. He/she will
have a single room in our apartment
with our long term volunteers (EVS). No
travel costs refund but 100€ pocket money for the period! Language: French / English
Conditions: the
volunteer will work in the leisure centre from July 4th to August 3rd, but to
facilitate her/his integration in the project and with the team s/he is invited
to come some days before. The work in
the leisure centre will be from Monday to Friday, about 35-40h (it will be
intensive and long days!) but with free time at the weekends and also some half
days free during the week. Please send application and motivation letter,
deadline for selection end of April. After 4th of August the volunteer can continue in one of our workcamp in August (6/8-25/8) in the region
(of course without pocket money for this 2nd month).
FraUnarec52-07 Monflanquin/Aquitaine 02-Jul-07
to 20-Jul-07 TEEN/ENVI
20 V. Ages 14-17 Fee:$765.00
The village of Montflanquin hosts us again
for a second workcamp in order to improve its network of footpaths. This
project is developed in collaboration with the Tourist Information Office of
Montflanquin which will give you a warm welcome.
With the help of a
technician, you will walk along the different footpaths and you will clear the
parts surrounded by the vegetation in order to make them passable for the
hikers. You will possibly have to renovate some elements of the built heritage
along the path.Monflanquin is a beautiful fortified town from the 13th century
in South-West of France and classified as "one of the most beautiful
French villages". A guided tour of the town will be offered when you
arrive. Numerous sports and outdoor activities are available in the surrounding
area (climbing the cliffs opposite the castle, hiking through the valley of
Gavaudun, underground outings, outdoor games, canoeing, mountain biking,
canyoning).
Languages: French,
English A: The premises of the football club (hall, kitchen, bathroom) will be
at your disposal for the group life and you will sleep in tents on a place near
the lake and the swimming pool of Montflanquin. Nearest "big town":
Agen-nearest airport: Agen-Meeting Point: Monsempron-Libos train station on the
2nd of July (around 2pm)
FraUnarec04-07 Bretagne/Belle Ile 02-Jul-07 to 16-Jul-07
ENVI 12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
For the second year, a
workcamp is organised by etudes ET chantiers and the CPIE (Permanent Centre for
Environemental Education) of Belle Ile en Mer. This summer, you will have to
develop a footpath which leads to the sea. It is a workcamp for the nature
lovers.W: building a hiking track through the valleys and moors: maintenance,
cleaning, designing and laying equipments.Located in the south of Brittany, in
the Morbihan department, 45 minutes away from the coast, Belle-Ile en Mer is
the largest island in the area. With its picturesque landscapes (high rocks and
small valleys, small sheltered beaches perfect for swimming, or a bushy plateau
swept by the wind), this island is highly attractive.A: in tents, in the
municipal campsite of the lovely little village of Bangor (the smallest village
in the island). Nearest "big town": Vannes nearest airport: Rennes T:
Auray train station
Meeting Point: Auray
train station on the 2nd of July (in the afternoon)
Important to know
before applying: the group will stay on the island for two entire weeks, so be
prepared for the island life!
FraCb04-07 Les Herbiers/LE MONT DES ALOUETTES 02-Jul-07
to 22-Jul-07 RENO
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
Le Mont des Alouettes
is 231 meters high, strong western winds (ocean side) blow across a 80km plateau before being rebounded onto this hill;
so it's no wonder to find windmills there! Constructed since
1564, 8 mills were still working until the beginning of the 20th century. 3 of
them still exist and 1 is still working so this allows us to understand more
clearly how the millers worked and gives us the chance to explain it to
visitors.The Mont of Alouettes and its windmills make an extraordinary sight,
it is the 'Service Animation Jeunesse' of the town of Herbiers which is in
charge of putting life into this area
The youth of the village have already started to restore this heritage
by organising workcamps to clean up or by hosting tourists to explain to them
the history of these mills. Since 2002 workcamps take place: volunteers have
discovered two ancient windmills which had disappeared . Their foundations were
hidden under vegetation and some
weeding has allowed their foundations to be seen and repared.This year you will
continue with the work of clearing in order to fully restore the other
foundations. The bases already uncovered will be further protected through
construction works which will be carefully carried out. This work will be a
good opportunity to meet the young people of Herbiers, organise social evenings
and have a good time together with them, but also together with visitors who
come to the site. Each Thursday evening, for example, there will be an event
where you can present the work being carried out. L: "Les Herbiers"
is 22km away from Cholet and 42 from La Roche sur Yon. It will be possible to
discover the "Marais Poitevin" area (a protected natural site made up
of canals) and of course the Atlantic ocean which is 80km away.T: Cholet
Nearest airport:
PARIS. Meeting point: on 02/07/07 at
15h in Cholet train station
A: In tents.
Language: French/ English
FraUnarec08-07 Parc Normandie-Maine/Pays de la Loire 02-Jul-07
to 20-Jul-07 ENVI/RENO
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
Language: French-The
site of the Marsh of the Fourneau, located in the village of Pre-en-Pail in the
Regional park of Normandie Maine, is made of peat bogs and humid moors. Today
the natural reforestation is damaging the peat bog. This project hosted by the
Normandie Maine Regional Park will be organised in partnership with a permanent
work training project for people facing with difficulties. You will be helped
by a horse which will be in charge of the skidding.
Various clearing works
to eliminate the growing vegetation invading the peat bog, such as digging out
young trees and shrubs, and making bundles.This project takes place in West
part of France, in the Mayenne department; Pre-en-Pail is a small rural village
which has not so many occasions to participate in international
exchanges.Jublains, an ancient Roman town, is located 10 kilometres far away
from the town of Mayenne, and you can see there beautiful remains of temples,
spa, theatre and fortress. A: in tents in the municipal campsite of Pre-en-Pail
Nearest "big
town": Mayenne or Laval nearest airport: Paris T: Laval train station
Meeting Point: Laval
train station on the 02nd of July in the afternoon
Important to know
before applying: It is a very physical work and the volunteers should feel
concerned about the environment issue of this project. This project is open to
volunteers speaking French.
FraCon055-07 Communauté de Communes du Blayais 03-Jul-07
to 25-Jul-07 ENVI
14 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: There are many
abandoned little ports on the Gironde estuary surrounding by damp zone. It is a
place full of interest for an ecological work. With the Community of Blayais,
volunteers will take part in environmental works and will put on light a port.
They will build wooden bridges in order to facilitate walking over swamp.
Work: Site cleaning
and clearing, wood work. Lo: close toGironde estuary, 10 km N from the Blaye
Citadel.A: in buildings. Rendez-vous:
Saint André de Cubzac train station. Warning: quite
isolated.
FraCon062-07 Les Ancizes-Comps 1 03-Jul-07
to 18-Jul-07 RENO
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: this first project
of two camps is undertaken in partnership with the community of Les
Ancizes-Comps. The purpose of the works is to improve a site in the village
called “La Brousse”. This site is composed by a big washhouse and two fountains.
The community wishes
putting on light these pieces because they’re part of the local history. It
will be the opportunity to save a place that is steeped in heritage and to
create a leisure area for hikers and tourists. Also, it gives access for farmers
to get water for their cattle. W: masonry work on the washhouse and on the
fountains. In addition you will be cleaning the recipients, making an
insulation coated with mortar, making the joints and repairing the dry stone
wall.
Location: Les Ancizes
(1820 inhabitants) is situated 35 km north-west of Clermont-Ferrand on
Combrailles plain amidst the Auvergne Volcanoes and in close proximity of the
Gorges de la Sioule and Viaduc des Fades, an agricultural region with a variety
of contrasting scenery. A: you will be sleeping in tents at the Ancizes
community camp site (bring your own mattress). Community life will take place
in a common “Marabout” (big tent). Meeting point: Saint-Georges-de-Mons train
station.
Special remarks: about
20 minutes walk from the work site. Take your hiking boots and warm clothes
(cool nights).
FraCon063-07 Escurolles - Communauté de communes de
Gannat 1 04-Jul-07 to 26-Jul-07 CULT
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: Concordia has been
working with the community of “Bassin de Gannat” district since 1997.
International workcamps were based on projects linked with small local
heritage. These various experiences, strong in encounters and human exchanges,
have always been warmly welcomed by the local people.W: masonry on funtain and
on stone wall, making joints, brushing old joints. Beware, you will work on
scaffoldings. Lo: Escurolle’s district (650 inhabitants) is located 50 km N
from Clermont-Ferrand and 10 km E from Gannat. in Allier county. It’s a rural
region rich in historical heritage (numerous castles and romanesque churches).
A: in tents (bring your own sleeping mat) for sleeping and in the village hall
which is equipped for group life. Toilets and showers in the soccer stadium’s
changing rooms. T: Gannat train
station. Special remarks: nights can be chilly, so bring
warm clothes and sleeping along. Bikes will be lent to you for moving around.
FraCon064-07 Le Puy-en-Velay 04-Jul-07 to 26-Jul-07
ENVI 10 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: Several groups of
volunteers have step in this district since 1994. The main goal is to improve
inhabitants’ environment and to make exchanges with young people. Volunteers
will work in a wooded place called “Bonneterre wood” in the suburb. They will
have to improve this place to turn it into a rest and leisure area. There will
be some exchanges with local population. The international group might be a
help to open this very closed working-class suburb to the exterior. Educators
of the suburb’s social centre will help to organise these contacts. W: wood:
cleaning, clearing and cutting vegetation, build a collective barbecue,
renovate teenagers playground. Lo: The regional capital of lace and lentil,
Puy-en-Velay (20500 inhabitants), is far from 12 km S of Clermont-Ferrand, with
architectural treasures.
A: in a building.
Meeting place: Le Puy-en-Velay train station.
FraCon065-07 Lavoûte-sur-Loire 04-Jul-07 to 26-Jul-07
RENO 10 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: Lavoûte-sur-Loire
is a county with an important local patrimony (church, castle, bridge,
watermill…) where tourism is being developed as well as services for local
inhabitants. This first workcamp will be a good opportunity for the community
to increase its local action.Local patrimony and meeting with people are
therefore the centre points of this project as you will participate at the
renovation of an old washhouse and at the preparation of the great local
festival on July 21st and 22nd. This cultural event, based on theatre plays and
concerts will be a good opportunity to meet inhabitants. W: clearing, cleaning
the basin and the water canal, pulling down and rebuilding the collapsed parts
of the walls (stone working with lime mortar and sealing). LO: 13 km N from Le
Puy-en-Velay and 73 km SE from St-Etienne. A: in tents (bring sleeping mat)
and collective tent for the group life.
T: Lavoûte-sur-Loire train station.
FraCon080-07 Graçay 1
04-Jul-07 to 26-Jul-07
RENO 14 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: in the Middle Age,
Gracay was an important city. Witness of this times we can still see a mound,
an apse and ramparts which are interesting us! Dating from XIII century, those
surrounds the city and gives it a typical circular form. To “increase the
circle” of the inhabitant’s two international workcamp settle this summer.
Work: restoration and
improvement of enclosing walls: disassembling, selection of the stones and
rebuilding with lime mortar. You will work on scaffolding.LO: the commune of
Graçay, on the river Fauzon (1574 habitants) is located at the ouest center of
France, at 40 km of Chateauroux. The village is established in the natural area
of the Champagne Berrichone, a heart of greenery crossed by charming rivers.A:
under tents (bring your sleeping mat) and collective tents for the life of
group on the municipal camp-site. T:
Vierzon train station.
FraCon041-07 Verdelais
04-Jul-07 to 26-Jul-07
RENO/HERI 10 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: The CVLV
organization is really alive! Therefore, the project will be dynamic!
Organization goals are to work on youth, E.U., citizenship, local development,
arts and culture… and the workcamp will be in the middle of all these
influences. Interns, young European musicians… it will be a cultural mix aiming
at the Vallée Musicale festival from the 16th July to the 22nd July. Waiting
for this event, you will go on the top of a stone opencast mine to cut bushes,
lichens and transform the place in an amazing natural amphitheatre for the
festival. It will become a warm welcoming place for future spectacles. Of
course, all the work will be secured.
Work: Pruning,
cleaning, woodcutting and help for the Vallée Musicale animation.
Location: Verdelais is
located few kilometres from Langon and the Cadillac Bastion in Gironde.A: in
tents. Rendez vous: The Langon
train station
FraUnarec66-07 Reve de foin/Auvergne 05-Jul-07
to 19-Jul-07 FEST
8 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
Language: French-The
local organization "Reve de foin" whose aim is to protect the rural
heritage and to offer activities, organizes each summer the "Nuits de
Reve" (dreaming nights) festival; it is a theatre, music and dance
festival in the middle of the natural site of the Blanhac mills (village of
Rosières). This year, the young team will welcome again international
volunteers in order to help in organizing the festival and to take part in the
activities. You will be fully immersed within the life of this young and
dynamic organization and you will have the opportunity to meet the artists
invited. You will set up and decorate the shows and reception area. You will
welcome people (around 1000 visitors) and take down the facilities at the end
of the festival. The little town of Rosières (1300 inhabitants) is less than 10
km far from the camp and you can find there all facilities such as newsagent,
bar, bakery. The local volunteers will be delighted to show you their region.A:
in tents around a renovated farm on the area of the festival. Bathroom and
collective life in the farm.
Nearest "big
town": Le Puy en Velay nearest airport: Lyon T: Retournac train station
Meeting Point: Retournac train station on the 5th of July (end of the afternoon)
Important to know before applying: The life in a festival is often hectic and
days could be long. This workcamp is different from the others! You have to be
available and to know how to react facing emergency situations. French speaking
project!
FraSjT79-07 AIRVAULT
Haute-Saône
(Franche-Comté) 05-Jul-07 to 19-Aug-07 RENO/TEEN
8 V. Ages 15-17 Fee:$550.00
PROJECT: Airvault has
already hosted several workcamps during the festival Musiques et Danses du
monde which is organised by the Centre Socio-Culturel de lAirvaudais and by Val
du Thouet. This workcamp is an opportunity for the volunteers to take part in
the cultural life of the city. The festival takes place on the same spot as the
workcamp: On the territory of Soulivres where there is also an old castle. The
municipality discovered an ancient natural fridge which was part of the castle.
The residents used it to keeo their food cold. For the second time now,
volunteers will help to renovate the natural fridge. The work consists mostly
in constructing walls. The aim of this workcamp is also to emphazise this piece
of historical heritage. ACCOMODATION: in tents SITUATION: 150 km to the
seaside, 50 km in the west of Poitiers (Nord Deux-Svres), in the west France Terminal: Poitiers (Vienne)
FraSci05.1-07 Maison Blanche 06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
ELDERLY 4 V. Ages 20+ Fee:$250.00
In a small village, in
the East of France, the Maison Blanche residence are welcomes elderly people. Some
of the residents are affected with alzheimer . W : the volunteers will be asked
two types of work : animation, mainly, and small hand labor. It would be really
appreciated if the volunteers came with their guitars, traditional songs and
dances, national recipes. and lots of ideas. A : accomodation in the centre L :
it is necessary to speak french. X : We ask volunteers to be at least 20 years
old, very motivated for this camp and to speak French. They have to send a
motivation letter in french with the standard application form. No volunteer
will be accepted until we get this motivation letter. Driving licence would be
an asset
FraCon037-07 Excideuil
06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
HERI 14 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: One year ago, a
first Concordia work camp in Excideuil allowed the restoration of a washhouse
and discovering new people –village habitants – who prepared to all volunteers
an excellent hosting welcome! We’ll repeat this experience with restoration of
an old source. W: Traditional Masonry. L: Excideuil is located on Dordogne
region, 160 Km from Bordeaux and 50 Km away from Périgueux. Land of contrasts,
between Périgord and Limousin, Excideuil offer a wide range of landscapes.
(www.excideuil.fr) A: In a school. T:
Thiviers Train Station.
FraCon067-07 Bellerive-sur-Allie 06-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 TEEN/ENVI/RENO 12 V. Ages 15-17 Fee:$500.00
P: for the fifth year,
Bellerive-sur-Allier works in partnership with Concordia to improve the
different green spaces along and around the walking path that cross this small
city. The municipality and Concordia wish to multiply encounters with the local
inhabitants. In the continuity of last year's workcamp and in the pleasant
setting of the Bost castle's park, around a pond, you will improve and secure
the site. W: in a park, you will build wooden stairs, install pic-nic tables,
clear vegetation and you will build wooden fences in a school. Lo: outskirts of
Vichy in Allier county, 60 km NE of Clermont-Ferrand and 350 km South of Paris.
It is an agricultural region with an important architectural heritage (roman
castles and churches). A: in tents (bring your own sleeping-mat) for sleeping
and group life in a public house. T: Vichy train station Special requirements:
urban type workcamp.
FraCon003-07 Bouvesse-Quirieu 06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
RENO 12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: Located in north of
Pays des couleurs, on a rocked headland, the border post between the Dauphiné
and the Savoie has being restored since 1993. The main goal is not at all to
renew the village but showing the design of the place to promote its previous
function. Concordia and the city council have kept in touch for 5 years what gave
a successful action in 2006, which goes on this year.W: You will work at the
down-village. Volunteers will rebuild the stone wall lining the main paved road
called “La Charrière”. Lo: 54 km from Chambéry and 70 km from Lyon.Possibility
to discover Mesterel and Crémieu, medieval cities A: on the floor in the
previous school of Les Gaillards from 500m to work place, kitchen out.
Rendez-vous: The
Bouvesse city hall bus staion Special requirements: Bring good walking shoes
and hard work gloves. The work place is on process to become safer, so be
cautious! More details: http://www.morestel.com/x-ot-tourisme.html
FraCon039-07 Montussan
06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
RENO 14 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: The commune of
Montussan will host an international workcamp for the fourth time. The last
three workcamps, which were memorable for the new meetings, the splash of
energy, the cordial welcome and intergenerational relations, as well as the
enthusiasm of the young people of the commune have induced Concordia and the
commune of Montussan to renew this experience.
This year, work will consist in making available the interior and the
outside of a football club premises. In Montussant, you will meet cordial and
friendly people. The intergenerational
relations resulting from the acquaintance with the local population will enable
you to you to approach the life of a commune of the Gironde department, its
traditions and its history. W: Painting and sanding. A: in a building, in a gymnasium (very basic living conditions).
Lo: Montussan is situated in the outer suburbs of Bordeaux, in the east. Rendez-vous: Bordeaux Saint Jean train station.
FraCon208-07 Escalquens 1 06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
SOCIAL 11 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: With the GIVE
(International Group of the Volunteers Emmaüs), Concordia puts in place its 5th
workcamp. Led by Emmaüs comrades, you’ll work partly with the comrades
(recovering, sorting, sale, cooking for a group of 30 persons, etc) and partly
on the fitting out of the premises and of their surroundings. You’ll share the
life of the comrades as well as the life of the international volunteers.
W: various sorting and
cleaning works, etc. A: in tent. If you have one, you may bring it. Lo: 15 Km
south-east of Toulouse Meeting point: Escalquens train station
Special requirements:
Work during the same hours that the comrades. Free days on Wednesday and
Sunday.
FraCon066-07 Saint-Jean-Lachalm - Cayres 1 06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07 TEEN/ENVI
12 V. Ages 15-17 Fee:$500.00
P: since 2004,
International workcamps take place each summer in the communities of Pays de
Cayres and Pradelles. It will take place at the typical village of
Saint-Jean-Lachalm, where you can be sure of a warm welcome. You’ll be taking
part in the preparation of a rather exceptional natural site: the rocks of La
Miramande. It’s a great place for climbing due to the climbing stones. Small
woods blend with dry stone terraces and make it a beautiful place for leisure
and walks. Additionally, a “via ferrata” gives more value to the place. The
site is largely unknown due to difficult access. You’ll contribute to its value by building a secured access way.
Work: improve access
to “Via ferrata” of “Gorges de l’Allier”. Wood work.
Location: 150 km SE of
Clermont Ferrand and 30 km from the volcano Puy-en-Velay. The altitude is about
1000 m in wide, green mountains. Accommodation: in tents (bring your own
sleeping mat). Community life at the football stadium.
Meeting point: Le
Puy-en-Velay train station.
FraCon036-07 Ste Eulaie
06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
ENVI 14 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: Ste Eulalie is a
small town in the outer suburbs of Bordeaux, which has managed to keep its
rural feel, its local festivities and customs and its friendly atmosphere even
in the neighbourhood of this megalopolis. The town has hosted many work-camps
and these are now keenly anticipated. Contacts with the young people from the
town have been rich and festive and the environment is particularly adapted.
This year, and for the
first time, the activity will be moved! From the Tour Gayraud wood we go down
to ponds and brooks. We become civilized to work in the middle of houses
estates! W: ponds clearing (infested by lot of plants), brooks banks
restoration. A: in a building. Very basic but full of character! Language:
English
Location: in the
Gironde department (33), near Bordeaux (in the north). T: Bordeaux St Jean train station (33). Special
requirements: the work is physically demanding. Bring a warm sleeping bag and
safety shoes.
FraCon042-07 Pompignac
06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
ENVI/HERT 15 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: despite its proximity
to Bordeaux the village of Pompignac has managed to keep its rural atmosphere
and character, controlling its expansion and preserving a large number of
natural areas: forests, green spaces, river.
And it is for the maintenance of these natural areas that the
municipality has called for Concordia’s help, specifically a brook crossing
Pompignac. Furthermore, a partnership with local youth leaders will enable to
launch activities with the local population and creating numerous international
meetings. W: bush clearing, cleaning of the bed of the brook, wood cutting,
revival of the brook A: to be confirmed. Lo: Pompignac is located some
kilometres in the east of Bordeaux (the direction of Libourne), in the « Cœur de l’Entre 2 Mers » area Rendez-Vous
the train station of Bordeaux
FraCon044-07 Quinsac
06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
RENO 14 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: Quinsac is a small
village in the Gironde department situated in the area “Cœur de l’Entre 2
Mers”, some kilometres from St. Caprais, which hosts our regional office.
Remarkably preserved, the village has managed to keep its authenticity and its
rural and wine-growing character. This year, the main goal of the workcamp is
to put light on some washtubs in village.W: timber work A: to be confirmed Lo:
Quinsac is located 20 kilometres in the south-east of Bordeaux, in the area «
Cœur de l’Entre 2 Mers » Rendez-vous : train station of Bordeaux
FraCon047-07 ST Pée sur Nivelle 06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
RENO 14 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: St Pée sur Nivelle
is a little town on the border with Spain, in the heart of Basque country,
between St Jean de Luz, Bayonne, Espelette and Ustaritz. The associative life
of St Pée is well developed and the people are looking to enrich it even more
by hosting a workcamp for the third year in turn. This year, these workcamps
will offer you the possibility to improve traditional masonry knowledge, as you
will have to restore a very old bridge over the Nivelle river, as well take time to discover the culture and the
local population through lots of exchanges, emotions. W: You will participate
in the restoration of an old bridge listed as a historical monument
(re-plastering, traditional masonry) A: in a building, very basic living
conditions. Lo: the department of Pyrénées atlantiques (64), 210 km in the
south of Bordeaux and 16km in the west of Biarritz Rendez-vous: the train
station of Biarritz (to be confirmed). Special requirements: you will have to
work on the hanging scaffolding (it is strongly inadvisable for people having
vertigo!). Bring a warm sleeping bag, boots and sports shoes (work on the bank
of the river and on the scaffolding).
FraCon048-07 Lahonce
06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
HERI 14 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: Lahonce is a
perfectly-well preserved town, situated on the hills a few kilometres from
Bayonne. Seeking to develop the patrimony of Lahonce, the municipality for the
second time called for Concordia’s help. The first year we renovated the
interior of the bell tower (listed monument), and this year we will renovate
the outer wall near the church, and we hope that you will go to support the
pelota team of Lahonce, which became the champion of France in 2004 (and maybe
will become the champion in 2007, but we can’t know!) W: you will participate
in the restoration of the wall of the grave-yard, traditional masonry L: 15 km
in the east of Bayonne. A: in a building. Rendez-vous: the train station of
Bayonne
FraCon050-07 BASQUE DIASPORA - ASCARAT 2 06-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 RENO/CULT
10 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: 14 millions of
Basques are spread on all the continents: Exiled since the end of 18 century until
1940, Basques gather in a huge Diaspora all around the world. Many among them
have never been in the Basque Country but a wide majority wishes to learn the
Basque language, to search for their cultural and geographical identity. The
goals of “EuskoSare” organisation are local dynamism, intercultural exchanges
and information. An international Basque Centre is going to be managed in
Ascarat town. It will be a place for meetings, researches and local activities.
It will also be a centre for international meetings on Basque culture. It will
be the 1st Basque Diaspora’s Workcamp.W: Various works in the International
Basque Diaspora Centre: painting, cleaning and disassembling works, repairing
fences, masonry to restore the surrounding wall. Lo: Ascarat is 5 km from St
Jean Pied de Port, and 45 km East from Biarritz. www.euskosare.org A: in a
building, (basic living conditions) Rendez-vous: St Jean Pied de Port’s train
station
Special requirements:
Workcamp welcome mainly people from the Basque community, interested in this
language, culture and history. A motivation letter is required.
FraCon079-07 Buxeuil
06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
RENO 13 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: in the Centre
region, Buxeuil is a tiny historical village on the borders of Touraine and
Sologne. From the feudal castle where Duke Jean de Berry used to settle, remain
the surrounding wall and two towers partly restored. The city has built the
village hall against these towers, mixing modern architecture and ruins to
preserve the site. Restoration work still remains and a major part of it can be
done by international volunteers. The inhabitants, very involved in the project
will welcome you warmly. W: restoration of the second tower of the castle and a
part of the wall, removing damaged parts of the wall, brushing joints and
making new ones.
Location: Buxeuil is a
small typical village (200 inhabitants) quite isolated in the department of
Indre, in the Berry. It’s an agricultural region. Valleys and green landscapes
welcome a lot of castles: to nature lovers.A: in tents (bring your sleeping
mat), bathrooms and group life in the village hall.T: Vierzon train station.
FraCon153-07 Mairie de Rozoy Sur Serre 06-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 RENO/HERI
15 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: Rozoy sur Serre has
a big church considered an historical monument. At the same time there’s a
local association that helped the council-town to organize different activities
and entertainments (concerts, exposition) with the goal to value the village’s
cultural patrimony. Your work will consist in the church’s rehabilitation and
also joining activities and animation which are already planned. On the other
hand, the region has a very attractive landscape, green and undulated, with
several streams, perfect to make nice shots, trips and excursions. Also there’s
a chance to visit Belgium which is quite close! W: Collegial church
maintenance, replacing bricks and rejoining them outside the north chapel and
the sacristy’s wall. Because it is an historical monument, all work will be
supervised by architects specialized in heritage defense. Lo: in the North of
the Aisne’s department, close to Ardennes in the North of Reims. A: In tents in
a football stadium Meeting Point: at
Rozoy Sur Serre’s train station.
FraCon155-07 Wimereux
06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
RENO 15 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: The “Fort de la
Creche” is an old military base in front of the sea between Boulogne and
Wimereux. Since some years ago, there’s “Le Conservatoire du Littoral”, French
governmental organization which aims to protect the coast, working with a local
association (in charge of the “Fort de la Crèche”) to give value to the
military base, in order to open it to the public. Now is our turn to help them
in this task. The association is waiting impatiently us to help them. With this
mission you will be able to discover the wonderful Opale coast and also one
historical monument. W: Insure and preserve one pathway which drives to the
military base and also to conserve the ruins. If weather won’t be good, work
inside the barrack buildings, making one of its alveolus’ rehabilitation. Lo: in Pas-de-Calais region, close to la Manche. A:
In tents in the public camping. Meeting
point: Boulogne sur Mer’s train station. Requirements: Bring
your own work’s and its essential the tetanus vaccination
FraCon187-07 Capdenac le Haut 1 06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
RENO 13 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: for the fourth time
Capdenac le Haut welcomes Concordia’s volunteers to restore a part of the
rampart surrounding this historical town. The region is very touristic and
welcoming so the volunteers will have many possibilities of visits, hikes,
leisure. W: you’ll dispoint the week parts, to repoint and sometimes rebuild in
traditional masonry. Work on scaffolding.Lo: Capdenac le Haut is a splendid
historical village in the heart of a very touristic region. Near Figeac,
between Cahors and Rodez
http://www.tourisme.fr/office-de-tourisme/capdenac-le-haut.htm A: under tent.
If you have one, you may bring it.T: Capdenac-Gare
FraCon068-07 Feurs
06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
TEEN/ENVI 15 V. Ages 15-17 Fee:$500.00
P: after very good
experiences the two last years, the town hall decided to pursue the work done
on the “Rozier park”. This old gallo-roman place and wooden area is in the town
centre.The workcamp will take place in an urban environment; but in Feurs, nature
is never far away. The Loire river is beautiful and invites you for a walk. You
will also be able to visit Ecopôle du Forez (wild life observatory). W:
clearing, putting gravel and sand on pathway.Lo: between Clermont-Ferrand,
Lyon, St-Etienne and Roanne. A: sleeping in tents (bring your sleeping-mat) and
group life at the camping ground. Meeting point: Feurs train station. Special
requirements: Nights could be cold. Don’t forget warm clothes and your sleeping
bag.
FraCon194-07 Saint Izaire 06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
RENO 12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: the village of St
Izaire is a very nice village of the Aveyron, very rich in historical heritage,
crossed by the river “Le Dourdou”. During the five previous years, the
volunteers made various works like clearing vegetation and doing basic masonry
in the village and specially around the castle. The area offers many leisure
possibilities (walks, swimming, visits, etc.). Notice that you will be very
well welcomed by the inhabitants who are very friendly so that you will have
many contacts to discover this region and its uses. W: this year, you’ll
restore the calade of a street of the village Lo: isolated village, between
Millau and Albi http://www. vivreaupays.fr/communes/com67.htm A: lodging under
tent (if you have one, you may bring it) T: bus stop of Vabres !only 2 buses
per day. So, don’t miss them!
.
FraCon183-07 Barbaira
06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
TEEN/ENVI/RENO 11 V. Ages 15-17 Fee:$500.00
Clearing vegetation of
a feudal fortress P: after ten successful years of workcamps, the village
council of Barbaira decided to welcome a new group. The work will be on the
surroundings of the castle of Miramont fortress of the XI-XIIth with nice
important ruins,. Notice that the local population is very friendly and that an
important close friendship is linked each year.
http://cathares.org/miramont-intro.html W: clearing the vegetation, cleaning
the pine-forest, doing various arrangements with masonry. Lo: 15 Km east of
Carcassonne, in the heart of the Pays Cathare.
Barbaira, between the Corbières and the Minervois, overlooks the Valley
of the river Aude. A: in a village hall. T: Carcassonne train station
FraCon015-07 Sainte-Marie de Cuines 06-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 SOCIAL
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: Solid’Art is a
non-profit organisation created ten years ago, around the original idea to set
up an art work about the valley. This 5000 m2 art work will be made of 42 000
little aluminium halos on which have been carved drawings or tags. The
organisation works with workers with social difficulties all along the year.
The village has already hosted three international workcamps with a great
enthusiasm. The work art will open on 22 September 2007. W: on mountain slope.
Hang aluminium halos. Varnish, polish and engrave halos. Work with social
workers from precarious status. Respect their time schedule. L: 6 km from St-Jean de Maurienne, in Savoie. The
Maurienne Valley, situated between Vanoise and Ecrins National parks (rambling
and via ferrata possibilities). A:
in tents.T: Saint-Avre la Chambre train station. *Physical work
on a steep hillside. Mountain shoes, working gloves, warm clothes, solar
protection. Special remarks: www.solidart.net
FraCon008-07 JURA NATURAL RESERVE 06-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 ENVI
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: In the middle of
mountains, with a view on the Alpes and the Leman Lake. It’s the fifth time
that the Natural Reserve hosts an international workcamp, involving itself very
much every year : daily visit, animations for discovering the local fauna and
flora, supplying of your shelter with an ATV. For the outgoings, you will have
the choice between rambling on the top of the Jurassic crests, visiting Geneva
or tasting the cheese in the villages of the “Pays de Gex” W: rebuild, without
mortar, some small walls. Recreate natural fences Burn vegetal waste. Work in a
steep environment, good physical condition required. Lo: 20 Km NW from Geneva,
in Ain department.A: in the mountain shepherd Basic comfort.T:
Bellegarde-sur-Valserine train station. *bring working gloves, good walking
shoes, warm clothes and sleeping-bag. www.haute.chaine.jura.reserves-naturelles.org
FraCon193-07 Castelnau de Lévis 06-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
RENO 12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: this is the
sixteenth year that Concordia organises a workcamp in Castelnau-de-Levis. The
groups used to restore the week parts of the castle, a pigeon house and various
parts of heritage in the village.. Notice that the local population is very
friendly and that an important close friendship is linked each year. W: this
year, you’ll carry on the restoration of some weak parts of the castle with
basic masonry and excavation in the castle. Lo: with its impressive tower (40
m) and its ramparts, the castle overlooks the village. Castelnau is 5 Km from
Albi. It is an historically rich area with many possibilities for walks and
visits (the cathedral of Albi is very famous)T: Albi-Ville station. A: lodging
in a village hall
FraSj01-07 Château des Prureaux I 07-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 ENVI
2 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
Project: The
volunteers are going to help to renovate hiking paths, a pond and its forlzer
basin. Situation: The association "Le Crénau" is located in a castle
in the countryside near St-Germain- les Fosses in the centre of France.
FraSj24-07 VALLEROIS LE BOIS Haute-Saône 07-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 RENO
17 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: Next to an fantastic castle the small
village is a very rich region and very important for the region ( walls of
stones, church of 16th century).Since three international workcamp the
volunteers restore an ancient wall by using the traditional working method. The
work consists of cutting the stones, making zement and posing the stones at the
wall by respecting the traditional way which gives the volunteers the
possibility to getting to know the technik of masonery and cutting the
stones.The inhabitants give a very warm atmosphere and they adapt the rythm of
the workcamp. Thats why a lot of
activities will take place together with the inhabitants.A: inside the houses; showers at the
inhabitants L: the village is situated
10km at the south of Vesoul T: Vesoul.
FraSjT23-07 Château des Prureaux I
Haute-Saône
(Franche-Comté) 07-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07 CONS/TEEN
16 V. Ages 15-17 Fee:$600.00
Project: The
volunteers are going to help to renovate hiking paths, a pond and its forlzer
basin. Situation: The association "Le Crénau" is located in a castle
in the countryside near St-Germain- les Fosses in the centre of France.
Terminal: St germain des Fosse
FraSj18-07 kirikou
07-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
RENO/YOUTH 12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: The community
organisation called "Kirikou" runs a centre proposing activities all
year round for families in one of Paris's popular neighbourhoods.Volunteers
will help some of the centre's youth in renovating the building "de
Kikerikou". They will also organise activities for children and their
families.L: Paris (17th district)
FraSj19-07 Giromagny Territoire de Belfort
(Franche-Comté) 07-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07 RENO
15 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: The commune of
Giromagny and the sociocultural center of the " Haute Savoureuse" has
given the local community of the village a possibility to renovate the fointain
which is situated at the heart of the village. After some working experiences
this project is the continuation of 2006.
The fontains of the ancient exterior washing-houses have three corries.
Having been built in wood, they have been renewed in cement in 1899. The
volunteers will work at the renovation of the fountain called " rue des
Tilleuls". They will work in the field of masonery and wood - linked to
the roof, woodwork and pavement. The present of international volunteers is a
very important moment for the village and alo for orgaising some animation,
exchanging and getting to know other people and cultures. It offers also a
possibility of exchanging with the people of the socio-cultural-center of the village.
A: in a country houseL: Giromagny is situated 15 km at the north of
Belfort
T: Belfort
FraSj20-07 PIN/ Haute-Saône (Franche-Comté) 07-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 RENO
17 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: Pin is a small
village of 600 inhabitants located at the border of the river called
"L'Ognon " well known for the historic houses, castels, churches and
fountains.
The first workcamp
took place last summer. It was a workcamp itinerary with another village of the
"L'Ognon" called Vregille. During two weeks the volunteers where
hosted in Pin and they have renovated an old washing place : small wall, bridge of stones and the canalisation of the
water.The Commune wants to continue with the renovation of the washing place
this summer by constructing a pavement for increasing the value of this
place.The volunteers wil cut the stones and construct the pavement. The local
mobilisation has worked very well and the inhabitants of the village wishes to
renew this experience of international
exchange of solidarity.A: Inside the house, showers at the inhabitants L: About
20 km at the north of Besançon.T: Besançon
FraSj22-07 LAVONCOURT/Haute-Saône (Franche-Comté) 07-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 RENO
16 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: Each summer the inhabitants of the village -
motivated by the rich experience of international exchange - hostes a group of international volunteers.
Because of this project it is possible to renovate the fountain at the center
of the village - the virgin and the
calvary ( crucifix).During the periode of restoring the center the municipal
has decided to have a special look at the park of the center. This, year the
volunteers are going to finish the renovation of the ancient wall and participate at the opening ceremony of
the place.W: consists of cutting the stones and masonry work. The volunteers
are hosted by the people of the village and participate at diffferent
activities,e.g. discover the region with the inhabitants
A: inside the houses;
showers at the inhabitants L: Lavoncourt is situated about 36 km of Vesoul. T: Vesoul
FraSci11.1-07 AUI 1
07-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
RENO/ARCH 15 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
This workcamp will be
organised in co-operation with Action d'Urgence Internationale (International
Emergency Action) which intervenes during natural or human disasters. It also
organises trainings and works on disasters prevention. The camps will take
place in the Alps. W : Volunteers will
renovate former silver mines, archaeological remnants from 9th century:
renovating the ancient galleries, as well as the outskirts. Volunteers will
work 35 hours per week A : Big tents,
with beds inside. Sleeping bags needed L :
French, English and Spanish. X :
Camp non accessible for wheel chairs
FraCon013-07 Neuville les dames 07-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
ENVI 15 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: Neuville les Dames
have been used to hosting international workcamps since 1998. The inhabitants
are welcoming and helpful to the volunteers: discovery of the surroundings,
parties, dinners. And they lokk forward the traditional show volunteers set up
at every end of the workcamp. Many outings are possibl : discovery of the
Dombes fishponds, visit of Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne, Bourg-en-Bresse, Lyon. W:
footpaths upkeeping: tree cutting, ground clearing.Language: English.Lo:
Neuville-les-Dames, 20 km west from Bourg-en-Bresse and 60 km north from Lyon,
is in the “Dombes” area, also called “the 1000 lakes area”. A: in the
elementary school of the village.T: Neuville-les-Dames bus station.Special
requirements: bring working gloves and good walking shoes! Don’t forget your
music instruments and scores!
FraSj46-07 NOROY LE BOURG/Haute-Saône 07-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 RENO
17 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: Noroy le Bourg is a
small village of about 500 inhabitants with a rich region: gothik church very
imposing the three ships and there are also 7 fountains at the village.The
community wishes to start with the renovation of the fountains and therefore
last summer the first international workcamp took place in Noroy. They have
renovated the pavement of the fountain at the center. This year the renovation
of the fountain will be finished and at the same time the renovation at another fountain will begin.W: consists of
masonery, pavement and construct a sort of canalisation for the water next to
the fountain. A: at the communal hall; showers at the inhabitants L: Noroy le
Bourg is situated 10 km of Vesoul T: Vesoul
FraSj21-07 La Redoute de la Butte Pinson 07-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 RENO
16 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: La redoute de la Butte Pinson is a 19th century
fortification located in an area which will soon become a regional park. The
inter-municipal local authority wishes to renovate and promote this built
heritage. Volunteers will renovate walls and a room and will participate in
activities to discover the local area (exhibitions, visits). L: La Butte Pinson
is in the town of Montmagny, 20km north of Paris.
FraSj23-07 THEULEY
Haute-Saône
(Franche-Comté) 07-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07 ENVI/SOC
16 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: Theuley is a small
village " Haut-sânois " of 70 inhabitants who offers a very rich
surrounding including three fountains. The community is very engaged and
motivated in renovating the three fountains together with the international
volunteers. Last year there was the first workcamp taking place at this
village.
This year the commune
wants to continue with the fountain next to a small lake. The volunteers will
work at the bassin ( masonery ) who has the form of an octogon and they will
also renovate the pavement of flagstones. During the workcamp there are also
moments of animation and of course getting to know the people of the village.
A: Inside the houses L: Theuley is
situated about 36 km next to Vesoul T: Vesoul
FraJr305-07 Varilhes
08-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
RENO 12 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: Under supervision
the municipal staff, you will participate in the final stage of the restoration
of a typical washhouse situated in the center of the village: masonry and
finishing work. It comes as a continuation of the 2006 workcamp. Furthermore,
you will renovate the public sanitary block nearby the washhouse: pulling down
and reconstruction, masonry work. A: municipal camping side, under tents.
Kitchen and sanitary facilities are available. We cannot accommodate you if you
arrive before the starting dates of the workcamp.LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English
LO: Altitude 332m,
3200 inhabitants. Varilhes is a rural village on the river Ariege. It offers
charming country-side landscapes, in an agricultural and cattle-raising region,
at the foot of the Pyrenees mountains, in the heart of the Cathar country.
Nearby cities: Pamiers(10km), Foix(10km), Toulouse(80km). Possible free time
activities : the environment allows amazing hikes and cycling tours to discover
the region; sites to visit in the surroundings: Mirepoix, Foix, medieval city
of Carcassonne, Cathar castles. The municipality grants a free access to the
swimming pool to the volunteers. T: Varilhes
FraJr112-07 Salins/Aurillac/clermont ferrand 08-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 RENO
9 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: You will be guided
by a communal employee for the wall and by a person of the festival Committee
for the festival. Restoration of the wall (50 meter length, 2 to 3 m in
height): rebuilding of certain parts of the wall (especially top), masonry
work: jointing and installation of the stones / Help with the organization of
the village fête: installation of stands, kitchen, disassembling, cleaning A:
In a local lodging (gîte). If you arrive before the beginning of the workcamp
(charges will be borne on you LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: Salins is located at
7 Kms from Mauriac where the river Auze crosses a 30 height meters basaltic
escarpment. The pleasure of the tourists, it is to pass under the waterfall and
to arrive at an excavation. At the end of the cave, the fountain of the Druids
was used to cure the cutaneous diseases. Population: 150 / Altitude: 710 m
(bring warm clothes) / Close Cities: Mauriac (6 kms), Aurillac (45 kms).
Jeunesse et Reconstruction will organize a visit during the workcamp. Possible
free time activities in the village: Visit the waterfall 30 m high and
discovering of its history, Gorges of Auze (excursion), Participation in the
village festival, July 14, discovering of the local heritage: Visit of the
Roman church of salins / In the surroundings : Castle of Mazerolles, Visit of
Mauriac: Monastery St Pierre, Museum of the rural traditions, Lake Val St Jean,
Visit of Salers and hike to the Puy Mary T: Aurillac / Clermont Ferrand
FraJr116-07 Issoire
08-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
CONS 16 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: You will be guided
by a technical coordinator of our association. Building of a small stone wall
from 25 to 30 m length (0,4m X 0,4m): formwork, building of the wall. Over the
wall, you will put a little fence A: Dormitory in the local gymnasium of Murat
(lycée Murat), kitchen in the changing rooms of the stadium Albert Buisson (50
m from the gymnasium). the workcamp is close to the gymnasium. If you arrive
before the beginning of the workcamp,lodging at your own expense. LANGUAGE:
FRENCH/English LO: Town of 13,000 inhabitants, Issoire is located 35 km south
of Clermont Ferrand, between two natural parks: the Auvergne Volcanoes Park and
the Livradois Forez Park. The Allier river runs through Issoire and attracts
many canoe riders in the summer. During the workcamp, you will benefit from one
week of the international folklore festival, big event for this town. Jeunesse
et Reconstruction will organize one visit during the workcamp. Possible free
time activities : Visit of Issoire (abbey, Clock Tower, Centre of Roman Art),
Exchanges with young people and organizers of the Youth House, International
Folklore Festival, Meetings with the International folk groups, Exchanges with
local associations (Sport), cinema, canoe on the Allier river, Meeting with the
workcamp of Montmorin, Visit of the caves at Perrier, Visit of Clermont-Ferrand,
Hikes around
T: Issoire
FraJr119-07 LE VERNET LA VARENNE/Issoire 08-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 RENO
14 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: You will be guided
by a specialist (technical employee of Jeunesse et Reconstruction) Restoration
of a house near the castle: restoration of the bread oven (made out of bricks),
Installation of separations in order to delimit the rooms upstairs. Restoration
of the stone wall on the right of the access path to the house: removing of
plaster, recoating. Other work: painting of the presbytery kitchen A: In the
presbytery / Altitude : 900 m high (bring warm clothes) / Small walk to go to
the workcamp / If you arrive before the beginning of the workcamp, we are not
responsible for your lodging. LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English
LO: South-east of
Clermont Ferrand, located in the Natural Park of Le Livradois Forez; le Vernet
la Varenne is located at 900 m high and is surrounded by pines forests. This
small village, very active in the summer, attracts many hikers thanks to its
lake, its markets, its cafés and its cultural center in the Montfort castle.
Population: 600 inhabitants / Altitude: 900 m /Towns nearby: Issoire (20 kms).
Jeunesse et Reconstruction organizes one visit during the workcamp. Possible free
time activities : Visit of the castle and the exhition, Swimming in the lake,
Participation of the 14th July, Exchanges with an agricultural college, Walk to
discover the local stone améthyste, visit of farms, Visit of the castle
Chaméane, Exchanges with young people (bal, game of bowls, tennis, badminton),
Local market, VTT, Horse riding, Hike to Puy de Dome, Visit of Clermont Ferrand
T: Issoire
FraJr314-07 Caillac/Cahors 08-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
RENO 15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: Under the
supervision the municipal staff, you will participate in the valorisation and
maintenance of the traditional towpath located on the banks of the river Lot.
This towpath was formerly made for horses to pull the barges (boats) that used
to carry the goods all along the Lot valley. The work will consist in clearing
the bush and levelling the towpath in order to give it a better look and
enhance the site.A: the former school
of the village, at about 15 minutes by foot from the work place, in a dormitory
style accommodation, with a kitchen and sanitary facilities on the spot. We
cannot be responsible for you if you arrive before the beginning of workcamp.
LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: Caillac is a small village located on the banks of
the river Lot, in the heart of the vineyards of Cahors; it offers a quiet and
pleasant environment. Its church of the 10th century is a testimony of the rich
cultural heritage of this region. You will find in the village: a restaurant, a
small grocery store, a post office. Possible free time activities: canoeing,
swimming in the river, local cultural festivals, visit of castles and of
vineyards, many possibilities of hiking, visit of the town of Cahors (20km). T:
Cahors
FraJr200-07 St. Vincent de Barres/Valence ville 08-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 RENO
12 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: With a professional
mason and local volunteers, you will continue the restoration work of the
medieval borough. in a very friendly atmosphere.
ACCOMODATION: In a
communal building. We will not be responsible for you if you arrive before the
beginning of the project. Possible lodging, at your charges, if you arrive
before the beginning of the camp. LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: Located in Ardèche,
at 10 kms from Privas, St Vincent de Barrès is a small village of 500
inhabitants. Perched on a rock piton, it is an isolated site but of high
quality in so far as it is a medieval village which has numerous vestiges of
fortifications, narrow lanes, and arched passages. Possible free time
activities (you can organize them, at your charges, with the coordinator):
discover of Cruas (guided tour of the abbey, the old village, night market);
numerous hikes and swimming at the local camping; visit of the town of Privas;
the valley of the Rhône (Rochemaure: spectacle of sound and light, Montélimar,
Viviers); numerous picturesque villages (Coux, Ajoux, Lyas). Participation in
the village celebrates; excursion in gorges of the Ardèche and canoe; sports
(horse-riding, ping pong, football); meeting with other workcamps T: Valence
ville
FraJr201-07 Chomerac/Valence ville 08-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 RENO
15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: You will
participate in the cleaning and in the renovation of lanes of the old village:-
removing of plaster and cleaning; - replacement of missing stones and
recoating. According to the progression of the project, maybe you will restore
the paving of a lane. You will participate in the organisation of the open-air
cinema festival which takes place every Tuesday in the evening: support to
volunteers to install and bring down the material. A: In the multi-purpose hall
of the village. We will not be responsible for you if you arrive before the beginning
of the project. Possible lodging, at your expenses LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO:
Chomérac is located in the center of a basin which is encircled: Barrés in the
east, the volcanic Coiron, in the south and in the west, and limestone hills in
north. This diversity makes it the paradise of the geologists, palaeontologists
and archaeologists. The richness of the landscapes is due to this geological
diversity and makes this region particularly attractive. Possible free time
activities (you can organize them, at your charges, with the coordinator).
Discover of Cruas (guided visit of the abbey, the old village, night market).
Numerous hikes around the village and in the Natural Park of the “Monts
d’Ardèche”; visit of the town of Privas, of the valley of the Rhône
(Rochemaure, Montélimar, Viviers). Canoe in gorges of the Ardèche. Spectacle of
sound and light at the castle of Rochemaure. Meeting with other workcamps
during some excursions to discover the region. T: Valence ville
FraJr302-07 EMMAUS/Montauban 08-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
SOCIAL 8 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: You will share the
life and activities of the Emmaus community of La Villedieu du Temple, where 40
companions are living permanently, organised around the collection and sale of
second-hand articles. The volunteers will work alongside the companions:
collection of objects donated to the community (furniture, clothes, household
equipment), sorting out, repairing and recycling of those, public sale in the
community shops. Above all, open-mindedness beyond discriminations and
intercultural exchange will be central in the work. A: the community buildings,
in dormitory style. Kitchen and sanitary facilities are available. Important
note: consumption of alcohol is forbidden in the community as a mark of respect
and solidarity towards those who struggle against alcohol addiction problems.
LANGUAGE:
FRENCH/English LO: La Villedieu du Temple is at 10 km west of the town of
Montauban, and 45 minutes drive from the city of Toulouse, in a rural region of
cereal production. The community is located 3km from the village of La
Villedieu du Temple; it is a small hamlet in itself. Your leisure activities
and animations will be organized with the residents: theme parties, visits of
Montauban and Moissac,canoeing and a lot of different sports.T: Montauban
FraSj25-07 SEPTFONDS/Tarn et Garonne 08-Jul-07
to 29-Jul-07 HERI/RENO
15 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: The community
of (about 1900 residents) will host
this year for the third time an international workcamp. The project is to
renovate steps made out of stone and also a wall made out of stones to seperate
the territiry from a private place. The place of the workcamp is an old barn,
near the Camp du Judes, where there were about 16 thousand refugees during the
period of franquism in Spain. During and after the second world war, there were
different populations detained. The volunbteers will have the opportunity to
get to know witness reports and the history of the place.The objective of the
workcamp is that the construction work and also the memories of former times
are shred between volunteers and locals.
L: Septfonds is
located 40 km in the north of Montauban. T: Caussade
FraJr101-07 St Genes Champanelle/Clermont-ferrand 08-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 RENO
16 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: Laying out of the
communal park in Nadaillat: clearing of undergrowth, cutting of shrubs,
installations of tables, wooden barriers for safety, laying out of a petanque
area. Restoration of the traditional washing place of Nadaillat: bringing down
of the structure, that is damaged, (possibly to move it in the garden, i.e. to
carry the stones), rebuilding, small masonry work. You will be let by a retired
mason, inhabitant of the village. You will be divided into two groups. You will
work 3 full days per week. Physical work for the transport of the stones.A: In
the gymnasium, located in the village of St Genès Champanelle. Worksite in the
village of Nadaillat (at 4,5 kms of the borough); transport by minibus or by
bicycle; Altitude: average of 1000 m,
please bring warm clothes; Some shops in the village. We will not be
responsible for you if you arrive before the beginning of the project. Possible
lodging, at your expenses Clermont-Ferrand) LANGUAGE: FRENCH/ English
LO:
Saint-Genès-Champanelle is at about 15 kilometers in the south-west of
Clermont-Ferrand, in the department of Puy-de-Dome, in the heart of historical
Auvergne and present administrative region. With a surface of 5158 hectares, it
is one of largest of Puy-de-Dome. Its 2700 inhabitants are divide themselves
into 12 hamlets which have, each one, preserved their original character. The
village of Nadaillat is located in the area which one can define as the
periphery of the Domes; on the sides of a basaltic rock of approximately 900
meters of altitude. Close to urban areas, Nadaillat is attractive for its rural
character, and pleasant natural environment. Many visitors use the paths PR 26
which crosses the village. It is a particularly appreciated walk for the
remarkable points of view that it offers on local mountains, on the plain of
Limagne, the chain of the Domes and the Monts of Sancy. Population: 2800
inhabitants; close towns: Clermont-Ferrand (17 kms). Jeunesse et Reconstruction
will organize one visit during the workcamp. Possible animations on the spot:
welcoming drink by the town hall,
Exchanges with association Nadaillat (meal, evenings, excursions), Exchanges with
associations of St Genès Champanelle, Visit and/or animations with the CPIE
(Permanent Center of Initiatives to the Environment), international Meal,
Excursion in the Volcano Natural Park and the chain of Puys, Possibility of
using the sport infrastructures, Visits INRA, visit of Vulcania, visits of
Clermont Ferrand, visit of the Plateau of Gergovie, swimming in the the lake of
aydat, Visit of the ornithological center of Auvergne.
T: Clermont-Ferrand
FraJr221-07 LA CHAPELLE EN VERCORS/Valence ville 08-Jul-07
to 22-Jul-07 RENO
15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: With a municipal
employee, you will take participate in the enhancement of the communal sports
grounds: removing the old fences, and replacement by new ones. In nearby
hamlets, you will restore basins and walls: work of traditional masonry.
A: In a communal room.
We will not be responsible for you if you arrive before the beginning of the
project. Possible lodging, at your expenses (please check by calling): Camping
Les Myrtilles Tél : 04 75 48 20 89 - Hôtel Bellier tél : 04 75 48 20 03 -
Hôtel-restaurant des Sports Tél : 04 75 48 20 39 -LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English
LOCATION: Vercors is
mountains that keeps many traces of a rich past (cultural and natural), is a
fragile and very popular territory. It is with the aim of reconciling the
protection of the natural and cultural heritage, with the economic development
that Vercors was classified in 1970 "regional Natural
reserve". Created in 1985, the natural Reserve of the high plateaus of
Vercors with its 17 000 hectares, remains currently the largest Natural Reserve
in France. Located at the foot of the Grand Veymont (highest peak of Vercors:
2341m), it shelters many remarkable species. There is a central footpath making
it possible to walk from La chapelle en Vercors to Gresse en Vercors. Many
other excursions are possible, as well as mountain activities: spéléology,
climbing, canyoning. Discover typical villages of St Agnan, Vassieux, Pont en
Royans, famous road of Combe Laval. Visit Valence and Romans, St Nazaire en
Royans. T: Valence Ville
FraJr208-07 Pommiers/Villefranche sur saone 08-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 RENO
12 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: Guided by two or
three inhabiants, you will participate in the restoration of a dry-stone wall
along the sport grounds. Your work will consist in clearing the vegetation,
removing stones, and rebuilding parts of the wall. A: In the changing rooms of
the football ground. We will not be responsible for you if you arrive before
the beginning of the workcamp. Possible lodging, at your charges, if you arrive
before the beginning: At Villefranche sur Saône (at 8 kms from Pommiers): “La
Colonne” hotel-restaurant (phone: 04 74 65 43 69); “le Moulin à Vent” hotel (04
74 68 36 13); local camping (04 74 65 33 48); at Anse (at 7 km from Pommiers):
“les Portes du beaujolais” camping (04 74 67 12 87) LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English
LOCATION: Located at
the south of the “Monts du Beaujolais”, at 40 kms from Lyon, Pommiers is part
of the most important places for Beaujolais wine growing. The municipality is
also attentive to preserve its historical heritage. Possible free time
activities (volonteers can organize them, at their charges, with the coordinator):
visit of Lyon and Villefranche sur Saône. Discover of vineyards activity:
visits of explotations and cellars. Walks-discovers in the valley of Azergue,
the “Monts du Beaujolais” or the “Dombes”. Visit of medieval villages such as
Oingt, Châtillon d’Azergues, or Anse. Swimming at the lake of Villefranche.
Sport: foot, hikes, tennis, swimming. Participation in the festivities of July
14. T: VILLEFRANCHE SUR SAONE
FraSci04.6-07 Tonneins
08-Jul-07 to 29-Jul-07
DISABLED 6 V. Ages 20+ Fee:$250.00
In an APF center
(Association of handicapped persons, France) in the south of France, the
workcamp will focus on animation activities. W : Volunteers will take part to
animation activities and to the residents daily life. A : Accommodation in the centre. L : It is necessary to speak
french. X : We ask volunteers to be at
least 20 years old, very motivated for this camp and to speak French. They have
to send a motivation letter in french with the standard application form. No
volunteer will be accepted until we get this motivation letter.
FraCb14-07 PUYLAURENS
09-Jul-07 to 29-Jul-07
ENVI 12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
Perched on the top of
a green hill (350m high), Puylaurens has an unimpeded view over the Lauragais
area, Black mountains, and Pyrénées. Fortified with ancient ramparts, on this workcamp you will restore and breath
new life into these classic ruins,
mobilise the local population on this extraordinary heritage but also
help and bring an international dynamics to the team of of local unemployed
people which works on the ramparts throughout the year. This project proceeds
naturally in the continuity of the restoration of these vestiges. Work will be
normally on a tower. Work: Clearing the ground, re-pointing of stone walls,
(the work may be modified a little according to the progress of the workcamp,
perhaps stone masonry). Work in
heightness also. L: This workcamp is 50
km away from Toulouse, 22 km from Castres and 14km from Revel where you can
swim in the famous St Ferréol lake. Many local fêtes take place in the surrounding villages and there are many typical
small markets.T: Vielmur sur Agoût-Nearest airport: Toulouse. Meeting point: on
09/07/07 at 15h30 in Vielmur sur Agoût train station
A: in premises, in an
apartment. Language: French/ English
FraSci04.1-07 Rennes I
09-Jul-07 to 27-Jul-07
DISABLED 4 V. Ages 20+ Fee:$250.00
The workcamp takes
place in Rennes, in a center for spastic (not mental handicapped). W : The volunteers will be in charge of the
animation activities : games, discussions, going out with residents,
introducing their country. Volunteers knowing arts or theatre are very
welcome. A : in the centre. L : It is
necessary to speak french. X : We ask
volunteers to be at least 20 years old, very motivated for this camp and to
speak French. They have to send a motivation letter in french with the standard
application form. No volunteer will be accepted until we get this motivation
letter.
FraUnarec07-07 Pays de la Loire/Renaze 09-Jul-07
to 26-Jul-07 ENVI
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
The Longchamps quarry,
located in Renaze, a village in the Pays de Loire regions was used for
extracting slate from the 15th century till the end of the 70's. In the 80's,
the commune and the organization of the Perrayeurs Mayennais (stone-cutters)
have created there the "Musee de l'Ardoise" (slate museum). It
describes the work and the social life of the stone cutters, the slate quarry
traditions, and also hosts a geological resources centre. A few years ago, a
fauna inventory showed the presence of new species of grasshopper, which can't
be found anywhere else in France. In order to keep this biological richness, it
is necessary to preserve the natural environment. You will participate in
various maintenance works on the plot of land where are living the
grasshoppers: • Scything, clearing, removing selectively some trees and shrubs•
Reconstituting a slate ground in order to limit the development of vegetation.
You will find in the surroundings a lot of small cities with character and
historic sites. The nature lovers will also be satisfied with the important
network of hiking tracks and with some protected natural areas.
A: tents on the
velodrome of Renaze. Nearest "big town": Laval nearest airport: Paris
T: Laval train station Meeting Point: Laval train station on the 9th of July
(in the afternoon) Important to know before applying: Some local youth will be
associated to the project. Together you will make a documentary video about the
fauna, the flora and the slate.
FraJr033-07 LEFFRINCKOUCKE/Dunkerque 09-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 RENO
17 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: With a technical
leader, you will work on various parts of the site of the fortress for the
clearing of its outskirts, the restoration of the external staircases, the
collecting of old paved stones and branches and finally, the clearing of undergrowth
in the ditches. This work will be carried ou in small groups. A: at the “stade
municipal” (football grounds). We cannot be responsible for you if you arrive
before the beginning of workcamp.LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: The fortress is
at 500 meters from the beach, and at 500 meters from the town of Dunkerque.
Buses are available to reach neighbour towns. The nearest train station is in
Dunkerque, and many connections are available by TGV to LILLE (35min) or PARIS
(2h00). T: DUNKERQUE
FraUnarec01A-07 Le Palacret/Bretagne 09-Jul-07
to 27-Jul-07 ENVI/STUDY
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
Since 2000
international workcamps are organised in Le Palacret and in Begard area with
the aim of renovating and protecting the natural and built heritage. For the
second year, we propose you there a study-camp, on the access of le Palacret
place and its surroundings to disabled
people.The project will be divided in two parts- a study part: you are expected
to lead a study on the issues concerning the accessibility to disabled people
on Le Palacret site, you will suggest solutions.a working part: you will create
an access path to the Pedernec dovecote (restored by volunteers the past years)
respecting the wetlands.The Community of communes of Begard region gathers 7
towns together, between Lannion and Guiguamp, in Brittany region. Le Palacret
area is situated 30 minutes away from these towns and from the coast, in a
small isolated valley. You will have the chance to participate in
"Fest-noz" (the famous Breton celebrations) and to discover the
charming Bretagne region with its amazing pink grained coast. A: In tents in
the municipal campsite of Begard. Nearest "big town": Guingamp
nearest airport: Saint Brieuc / Rennes / Paris T: Guingamp train station
Meeting Point: Guingamp train station on the 9th of July (in the afternoon)
Important to know before applying: A regional office of etudes ET chantiers
Bretagne is established in le Palacret. Permanent work training projects with
adults facing social difficulties are organised all over the year.
FraUnarec37-07 Marolles/Ile ei France 09-Jul-07
to 27-Jul-07 RENO
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
The village of
Marolles en Hurepoix will welcome you in order to encourage the meeting between
the local youth and people from different backgrounds. This workcamp is
following the one which took place in 2005: the volunteers had renovated the
Maison du Corbillard (hearse house).You will work on two different buildings: -
the "Maison du Corbillard", you will learn the technique of coating
with apparent stones, - a shed made of bricks and tiles: you will have to
renovate it and to repair the roof (laying of old roofing tiles, smooth
coating). The village of Marolles en Hurepoix is located in the Essonne
department, and you will have the chance do discover nice places of the region:
natural parks, the town of Paris and many castles to visit in the surroundings
(Versailles, Vaux le Vicomte). A: tents, on the municipal stadium near the
bathroom. There will be a building for cooking.
Nearest "big
town": Paris nearest airport: Paris-Orly T: Marolles en Hurepoix train
station Meeting Point: Marolles en Hurepoix train station on the 9th of July
(in the afternoon) Important to know before applying: Only one tour will be
organized in Paris. If you want to visit the French capital, you will have to
plan it before or after the workcamp.
FraUnarec35-07 Gillevoisin/Ile de France 09-Jul-07
to 27-Jul-07 ENVI/RENO/SOCI 15 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
Language: French For
several years, the project takes place in the beautiful park of the castle of
Gillevoisin in partnership with the special school Antoine Koenigwater. études
ET chantiers organizes a workcamp to create an exchange between young people
from the institution and international volunteers within the framework of a
project useful for the next opening of the park to the public.
You will have to
renovate the mini-golf of the park: cleaning, repairing of interior building
and painting (research and creation of drawings). The castle of Gillevoisin is
situated 5km far away from the town of Janville sur Juine (3000 inhabitants) in
a quiet valley. You will discover the rich built and natural heritage of the
region (the medieval towns of Dourdan and Etampes, the marshes of the valley of
the Juine). A lot of summer events are organized in the surrounding towns
(open-air concerts and cinema). A: tents, in the park of the castle, near the
toilets. You will take your midday meals at the canteen and you will have to
cook under a big tent for the evening meals. Nearest "big town":
Paris nearest airport: Paris Orly T: Lardy train station Meeting Point: Lardy
train station on the 9th of July (in the afternoon)
Important to know
before applying: Only one tour will be organized in Paris. If you want to visit
the French capital, you will have to plan it before or after the workcamp.
Volunteers have to be open to work and spend time with mentally handicapped young
people. This project is open to volunteers speaking French.
FraSj26-07 Bocage Bourbonnais 09-Jul-07 to 30-Jul-07
RENO/CONS 10 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: The Community of
Bocage Bourbonnais sets up a great pedestrian road, which the community wishes
to use and add value. The workcamp will take place in two communes, and will
mainly concern the renovation of passage of river (small bridges will be built
or repaired). The project will be made
in the shade of forests and rivers, in the area which gave rise to the dynasty
of the Bourbons (kings of France of the 16th at the 19th centuries). L: Le Pays
de Bocage Sud is located at 25 km from Moulins.
FraCb12-07 MONTCLAR DE QUERCY 1 09-Jul-07
to 29-Jul-07 RENO
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
Small rural town,
perched on the last hills of "bas - Quercy", Monclar gives the
impression to catch not to slide. In the past fortified, with an
agitated/eventful history, Monclar had a big feudal Castle which was partially
destroyed in the past. Today the castle does not exist any more.This
municipality has been hosting groups of volunteers for several years. After doing the wooden fences to remind the
fortifications of the castle, ans a little stone staircase and a fountain, last
year the volunteers have restore a chapel near the school to host the local
cultural activities (theatre, expositions). This summer you will continue near
the chapel. Work: Removing the plaster from the walls of the school
(de-plastering and rejoining stone with lime). BE CARREFULL : works on
hightness on a scaffolding. L: this workcamp is located 50km from Toulouse and
20 km from Montauban. If you like the nature, you will have the opportunity to
go for walks around the lake.
There are a lot of
sites around not to be missed: Gorges de l'Aveyron, Cordes Sur Ciel , St
Antonin Noble Val, Forest of Grésigne. Leisure centre and various animations
nearby. T: Montauban-Nearest airport: Toulouse Meeting point: on 09/07/07 at
15h00 in Montauban train station. A: In premises (In a classroom beside the
workcamp) Language:French/ English Special remarks: Work in highness.
FraUnarec91-07 Drac Nature/Rhone Alpes 09-Jul-07
to 30-Jul-07 ENVI
13 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
Drac Nature is acting
on the protection of the aquatic environment. It is the third phase of work on
the banks of the Jonche river, in the village of La Mure, in order to clean and
develop the place. This year, part of the project will aim at improving the
birds and rodents housing. The project also aims at increasing the inhabitant's
awareness of the important role of this river.The work will mainly consist in
clearing and lopping the river banks. The cleaning of the place is also
necessary as the riverside residents are sometimes careless. It is also planned
to make and put up some bird sheds in partnership with the ONF (Forests
National Office) during the workcamp.The village of La Mure is situated south
of Grenoble, at an altitude of 900 metres, in the East of France. Drac Nature
is an organization for the protection of the environment. It organizes projects
of activities for children in the schools by the way of educational school
trips, but also with adults by the setting of awareness days or short workcamps
of cleaning of natural area for example.
A: to be confirmed
Nearest "big town": Grenoble-nearest airport: Lyon Saint Exupéry /
Grenoble Terminal: La Mure bus station (from Grenoble) Meeting Point: In front
of the La Mure village hall on the 9th of July after 4.00 pm Important to know
before applying: Visits of the region are planned. The camp-leader is a
mountain guide so hiking will represent a big part of the leisure programme.
FraCb21-07 Dourgne
09-Jul-07 to 21-Jul-07
TEEN/ENVI 6 V. Ages 16-17 Fee:$500.00
This project is
organised by different municipalities, together with the social center of
Dourgne where 6 local youngs are waiting for you to help them to create
footpath and clear the ground L: This workcamp is located 17km from Castres in
the heart of Montagne Noire in the natural regional park of Haut Languedoc. T:
Castres. Nearest airport: TOULOUSE A: In tents. Language: French/ English
FraCb03-07 Families
09-Jul-07 to 29-Jul-07
SOCIAL 9 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
For more than 40 years
our association in Brittany has been working with people in difficult
situations to improve their housing conditions. This workcamp will be a chance to meet families who live in isolated
countryside and help them with their
participation to restore their homes (masonry, painting, and joinery). It's also a chance to learn different
construction skills and to offer your solidarity to help these families. This
work will help people in diffucult situation to control their consumption of
electricity and will allow them to fight against insalubrity.You will have the
opportunity to use different techniques in the secondary building works in bond
with the family which takes part in the realization of work and a team of
long-term Volunteers who take part in this type of workcamp throughout the year
within the Association. Your
participation in this workcamp will be an act of solidarity and will help this
person to live in better conditions. All this demands a real engagement from
you in the work, contact, listening and exchange that's why you should speak French. W: secondary
building works that can sometimes be physical. Nearest airport: PARIS -
Accomodation: in tents. Lang: French /
English
FraUnarec44-07 Montreal du Gers/Midi Pyrenees 09-Jul-07
to 27-Jul-07 TEEN/RENO
20 V. Ages 14-17 Fee:$765.00
The village of Montréal du Gers, in the
middle of the Armagnac land (South-West of France), will host us for the first
time. You will repoint the surrounding wall of the former convent situated in
the town centre, near the church dating from the 13th century. Renovation work
with lime using traditional techniques. You will have to work on small
scaffolding (one metre high).The village of Montreal du Gers is located at the
border of the Lot et Garonne and Landes departments. The village is a typical
fortified town of the 13th century, built on a rock; Languages: French, English
A: tents and will use the premises of the rugby stadium for the group life
(shared room, kitchen, bathroom). Nearest "big town": Agen / Auch
nearest airport: Agen / Auch / Toulouse Meeting Point: Sos bus station on the
9th of July (end of the afternoon)
FraCb09-07 SAINT SULPICE LA FORET 09-Jul-07
to 29-Jul-07 TEEN/RENO
12 V. Ages 16-17 Fee:$500.00
Last summer, 6 young
people together with leaders have thought to organise an international summer workcamp in their village. The objective of this group was to have a
real workcamp experience while taking part in the improvement of their village.
Successful experience !!!! The team has helped to restore a small wall near the
city hall . This first workcamp was the occasion to launch a real dynamics on
the commune as well as to propose a
real animation: excursions in the area, realization of a film, TV reporting.
The positive evaluation from last year incite to repeat the experience while
proposing to young people of the village to organize a new workcamp in 2007.
Today this group is organising himself to be ready to host you.
Thus you will be integrated into the village
daily life and take part in various animations and excursions the young people
already start to imagine for you.
St Sulpice is rich of
an old and traditional heritage on which the young wish to be involved. At the moment we don't know exactly what
will be the support of the workcamp but for sure it will enable you to discover
the old techniques of construction ( traditional masonry works) and the
richness of the local heritage.
Location : St
Sulpice is a village of 1500
inhabitants near Rennes in direction of Mont St Michel, 50 km far away from the
Breton coast. T: Rennes: Nearest
airport: PARIS. Meeting point: on 09/07/07 at 14h00 in Rennes
train station A: in tents
Special remarks:
French speaking camp
FraCb05-07 POUANCE 1
09-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
TEEN/RENO 11 V. Ages 16-17 Fee:$500.00
The small town of
Pouancé is situated on the border of Anjou and Haut Maine, historically a
strategic region when Bretagne was still independent of France. The 13th and 14th century fortress of
Marches of Bretagne and the Doors of Anjou dominate the walled town. Today, only some towers and walls remain to
give testimony of this important monument. International volunteers have
already come in recent years to restore certain parts of the castle and carried
out different types of work: maintenance of paving stones, restoration of
walls, sizing of stones for the reconstruction of underground stairs and so
on.Step by step the castle is rebuilt
and to valorise it even more, the municipality wishes to create a visit walking path to develop its frequentation during the summer. Last
year, it was installed a metal footbridge "modern drawbridge!" to
give access to the visit. This year you
will arrange a circuit of visit within the castle giving access to a new part
of the castle recently restored: "the southern gate." This restoration
work allows to have knowledge of the technique of stone masonry with lime mortar, repointing, pavement renovation.
L: Pouance is located at around 60km from Rennes, Angers, Laval and Nantes T:
chateaubriand - Nearest airport: PARIS
Meeting point : on
09/07/07 at 14h00 in chateaubriand train station A: Camping just below the château, by the edge of a
pond.
Language: French/ English
FraSci06.3-07 Vitry/Seine 3 09-Jul-07 to 18-Aug-07
ENVI 12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
The project of Planete
Lilas, situated in a regional park in the south of Paris, aims to create an
activity of biological farming and fair trade, an open space for inhabitants of
the area, a place for debates and discussion, and a collective garden. It is a
new project and the working site has to be set up.. Going to Paris will not be
possible every day and create an international and dynamic atmosphere in the
area is one of the objectives of your presence. W : volunteers will mainly do gardening and set up the garden
(building the foot path and the fence), but also, host visitors and promote the
project around the park. A: unknown There will be vegetarian
food served only.
FraUnarec68A-07 Volvic 1/Auvergne 10-Jul-07 to 19-Jul-07
TEEN/ENVI 12 V. Ages 11-13 Fee:$765.00
In centre of France,
the village of Volvic is hosting workcamps since 1992. Every year international
volunteers help maintaining footpaths and elements of the built heritage
(washing places, ovens, fountains). We are glad to improve this long
partnership by organising a workcamp for 11-13 year old volunteers on the topic
of environment. You will participate in the clearing of footpaths. Some works
of cleaning and pruning are also planned. The village of Volvic will surprise
you by the richness of its built heritage. You will discover there a medieval
castle of the 12th century, a roman Church, a museum and many fountains. This
village of quarrymen is worth a visit with its narrow streets and its black
stones houses. The preserved nature is made up of volcanoes, lava flows and
forest paths where you can practice biking or hiking. You can also visit the
site of the Springs of Volvic which release a mineral water well known in the
whole world. A: in tents. Languages: French, English Nearest "big
town": Clermont Ferrand nearest airport: Clermont Ferrand Meeting Point:
Clermont-Ferrand train station on the 10th of July (end of the afternoon)
FraUnarec64A-07 Montaigu le Blin/Auvergne 10-Jul-07
to 26-Jul-07 TEEN/RENO
20 V. Ages 14-17 Fee:$765.00
The medieval castle of
Montaigu Le Blin (13th century) located in centre of France is waiting for you
to continue its renovation! We propose you this year to continue the renovation
of the surrounding wall (repointing and raising the stone foundations). Other
works will be made on one of the two towers (preserved on two levels).The yard
of the castle is open again to the public and the volunteers might have the
possibility to participate in guided tours.Montaigu is a small village (100
inhabitants) located 30 km far from Moulins (the nearest town). Languages:
French, English. A: in tents, on a former football ground. Nearest "big
town": Moulins nearest airport: Clermont Ferrand Meeting Point: St Germain
des Fosses train station on the 10th of July or 7th of August (end of the
afternoon)
FraSj28-07 Sevres
10-Jul-07 to 31-Jul-07
KIDS/SOC?RENO 15 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
DATES TO BE
ANNOUNCED:This will be a two week project, dates to be announced. P: The
non-profit making organisation " Les Enfants Animateurs " organises
social and cultural events for children. It wishes to improve the area around
its buildings, for example by making a garden or an outside activity area.
The work undertaken by
volunteers will be the result of discussions with children of the local
community. L: Sevres is in south-eastern Paris
FraCon152-07 Château de Fressin 10-Jul-07 to 01-Aug-07
RENO 15 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: For the first time
we’re working in the castle’s ruins in Pas de Calais region. Located in a green
and rural valley is well-know because of Georges Bernanos love novels. The
castle has been saved for some many years thanks to a passionate and dynamic
association which has taken care of it. Actually, they have already organized
some light-based spectacles and some activities to enrichment this historical
place. W: Castle’s rehabilitation: entrance’s complex (ballots, drawbridge, and
barbican); artillery towel and in the base on the strongest towel. Work on
evacuation of ballast and mass of fallen rocks, repairing landscape and
historical place. Lo: Fressin is in Pas de Calais department, close to Touquet-Paris-Plage,
the NW beach of the department. A: In tents; access to shower Meeting Point:
Hedsin’s train station Requirements: During one of the weeks, you will share
experiences with a young group of the sports local’s office.
FraCon163-07 Nanteuil le Haudouin 10-Jul-07
to 01-Aug-07 RENO
14 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: In the centre of
Valois, there’s a charming village called Oise, which desire to organize a
specific animation during July’s month thanks to the participation of French’s
and foreigner’s volunteers. Valois region is close to Paris but in the
countryside, so it will be possible to do some excursions around the zone (like
the visit to the Chantilly’s castle).W: You will repair a supporting wall in a
park close to a municipal school, in the small street “The wild water”. Your
tasks will consist in replacing stones and rejoining the wall. You will work inside one listed perimeter
(where the church is close). Lo: Nanteuil le haudiuin is not far away from
Senlis et d’Ermenonville (well-know because of JJ Rousseau’s house) in the
south of the Oise’s department and in the outskirts of the Parisian’s region.
A: In a school.
Meeting point: Nanteuil-le-Haudouin’s train station.
FraUnarec90A-07 Polignac 1/Auvergne 10-Jul-07
to 23-Jul-07 ARCH/RENO
10 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
The organization
"Fondation Forteresse" of Polignac runs the castle of Polignac, which
belongs to the family of Polignac since centuries. This former medieval
fortress has undergone evolutions and changes of use during centuries. Today,
the fortress remains a famous place of interest of Haute-Loire department. Over
an area of 3,000m², there are many remains which require special attention in
order to understand the organization of the site. Many places of the area
remain unexplored; so we will do that by a 1st drilling to clear away or even
to do excavations (but we are still waiting for the agreement of the
archaeological authorities). The Fondation Polignac and etudes ET chantiers
will work together for the 2nd time on this project; 3 workcamps are planned
from July to September.
Excavations are
organized in the castle during the summer. An archaeological team present on
the site will run the work and participate to volunteers' introduction to
archaeology. The volunteers represent an active support for the excavation
work.
2 important types of
works are planned - they might change from a session to another:- Renovation of
buildings: 2006's works have permitted to discover a wall (around 10 metres
long and 1.50 metres high) which has to be renovated and strengthened following
the traditional renovation technique with lime. You will make the joints and
strengthen the top of the wall.- Clearing the archaeological excavations site:
several archaeological excavations have been realized on this site the last
years. The studied material (stones, earth) has not been treated. The work will
consist in tidying up, stocking and evacuating the material. This project takes
place in Auvergne region, a few kilometres from the town le Puy en Velay, in
incredible scenery. The area is very rich of historical built heritage. Many
nature activities are possible around Polignac: hiking in the mountains,
swimming in the Loire River, playgrounds... You can also visit traditional
shops and local farms (cheese and beer production farms). Many activities are
organized with the inhabitants, particularly with people working on the castle
(guides). A: to be confirmed Nearest "big town": Le Puy en Velay
nearest airport: Clermont Ferrand
Terminal: Le Puy en
Velay train station Meeting Point: Le Puy en Velay train station on the 10th of
July, 7th of August or 4th of September. Important to know before applying:
Caution! Clearing works realized on the Polignac workcamps require physical
efforts and are exhausting.
FraSj27-07 Bocage Sud I 10-Jul-07 to 31-Jul-07
CONS/ENVI 17 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: The work consists
in building a hiking path and in the site developpment of a former coal
mine. More over, the volunteers will
discover the local area step by step. L: Le Bocage is a village located 25 km
next to Moulins.
FraCon069-07 Clermont 1
11-Jul-07 to 02-Aug-07
MANUAL 16 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: since 1993,
Concordia has been renovating footpaths in the outskirts of Clermont-Ferrand.
This activity aims upgrade the value of the site, attractive green place at the
borders of the town with 25kms of hikingpaths. This year one side of this
workcamp will be meeting with local people. In this aim, some preparatory work
will be done between your camp leader and youth workers of neighbourhood house
in order to exchange with the local youth. In addition of masonry work, you may
take part in a land art creation according to the project advance. W: Walls
restoration and clearing, replacing of stones, making joints. Land art
creations implantation around “way” theme (sealing, earthwork, trimming
vegetable). Lo: Clermont-Ferrand is between the regional Parc des Volcans and
the Parc Livradois-Forez. 200 km W from Lyon and 400 km S from Paris. A: in a
building (to be confirmed). T:
Clermont-Ferrand train station. Special remarks: urban
workcamp. Accommodation and work are far from the town centre. Work on a steep
path.
FraCon125-07 Sainte Suzanne 11-Jul-07 to 02-Aug-07
RENO 15 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: the Sainte-Suzanne
citadel over looks from its rampart the river Erve and the forest of Charnie.
Its donjon, castle, old residences and museum of the Audience, testify the
richness of its history. It is within this framework that the volunteers will
take part in the restoration of a retaining wall, which is the follow-up of the
project started last year. The castle is classified as Historical Monuments and
enjoys a significant reputation in the area. Volunteers can expect to see
festivities and animations organised around the medieval themes in this small
city and its surroundings.W: traditional masonry. Strengthening and rejoining.
Very physical work and access to the site is quite difficult.Lo: At the border
of the Sarthe and Mayenne, a rural district. www.sainte-suzanne.com. A: in
collective tents. Facilities on the municipal camping. Bring a groundsheet. Rendez-vous: The Evron train station. Special
requirements: hard work.
FraCon195-07 Massals 1
11-Jul-07 to 02-Aug-07
RENO 12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: the district
planing authority of Les Monts de St Alban planed to give a second life to an
old seminary of 2600m², empty since 25 years, in the very isolated village of
Massals. This work will be done with several workcamps to come to its
preservation.W: rooms and chapel cleaning (sorting the furniture, ranging,
excavation). A secondhand market should be organised. Clearing vegetation and
basic masonry on external walls. Lo: very isolated village in the Tarn, in
south of France, between Millau and Albi
A: in different rooms of the “castle”, Terminal: bus stop of Alban !only
2 buses per day. So, don’t miss them!
FraJrTR07A-07 TRETS
11-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
RENO 4 V. Ages 20-30 Fee:$250.00
W: You will
participate in agricultural work, planting and harvesting; maintenance of the
buildings, the installation of folds for animals in the pinewood in front of
the house, in the restoration of the access path to the farm and in the
vegetables plantations. As the farm also runs as a biological farm, with hosting
of visitors, you may (if you wish) participate in preparation of meals for
visitors A: In the main house, one room for the group of 4 international
volunteers, space available is quite reduced. All facilities are available.
Active members of the association live in the house (4 persons permanently).
Shared meals for lunch; volunteers organise and take diner on their own. Nb :
home stay type requires effort from everyone. No internet access in the house,
no TV. There is a library on Trets where books can be lent with internet access
(however, the farm is isolated from the village centre, at 4 km). Bring some
games for evenings.LANGUAGE: FRENCH / and : English
LO: Nearest towns :
Marseille is at 40 km; Aix en Provence is at 25 km. Southern part of France. T:
TRETS SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Minimum age : 20. NB : there is no campleader;
volunteers work under supervision of the active members of the association.
Group is composed of 4 volunteers only. Volunteers should be interested in
contributing to the development of the project; to work at different tasks
according to the needs; be ready to share one room with other volunteers,
respect the rules of home stay and common family type living.
FraCon127-07 Vimoutiers
11-Jul-07 to 02-Aug-07
RENO/HERI 15 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: for the 7th year,
Vimoutiers organizes an international workcamp. The volunteers will continue working on the promotion and the
development of the public washhouse and its washtubs, which started last years
with a workcamp. This site, not very known by the inhabitants, has a vocation
to be the communal meeting place for the neighbourhood. Like the previous
years, the municipal team awaits impatiently the volunteers’ arrival and
reserves them a cordial welcoming. The volunteers will commute between work and
lodging by walk or bicycle, which would give them the occasions come in contact
with the inhabitants.
Work: various works
including traditional masonry on the surrounding wall and cleaning-up. Lo: in
the Orne Department, 50 km SE from Caen, (the Battle of Normandy).
www.mairie-vimoutiers.fr. A: in tents. Facilities at the municipal camping.
Rendez-vous: bus stop of the town hall of Vimoutiers. Special remarks:
French-speaking workcamp.
FraCon189-07 Murviel les Montpellier 11-Jul-07
to 02-Aug-07 TEEN/ENVI
12 V. Ages 15-17 Fee:$500.00
P: it is the third
year that this village works with Concordia. The town council has environmental
fitting out projects and works on heritage elements in the village (fountain,
church place). You’ll discover this region near Montpellier between the see and
the hinterlands. Young people from the village will be present on this project.
W: this year, you’ll arrange a foot path on clearing vegetation and rebuilding
the bordering dry stone walls. Lo: 20
Km W of Montpellier http://www.ville-murviel-les-montpellier.fr/accueil.php T:
bus stop of Murviel les Montpellier A: under tent (if you have one, you may
bring it)
FraCon128-07 Fresnay sur Sarthe 11-Jul-07 to 02-Aug-07
TEEN/ENVI 15 V. Ages 16-20 Fee:$500.00
P: for the 6th year,
the “Fresnay sur Sarthe” city organizes an international workcamp close to the
old medieval city. Volunteers will take part in the development of Coteau des
Vignes (Slope of vines) where the fitting out of dry stone wall will be
alternated with the restoration of country hedges. “Fresnay sur Sarthe”, from
its headland, overlooks the Sarthe Valley which is classified as natural area
of animalistic and floristic ecological importance. You will discover the local
history around textile manufacture or agriculture. W: dry stones building and
clearing hedges or paths. Lo: In the Alps area. www.fresnaysursarthe.fr
A: Gymnasium, primary
school canteen.Rendez-vous: The La
Hutte Coulombiers train station. Special requirements: Exiguity of the lodging
place.
FraCon185-07 Fort-Brescou 1 11-Jul-07 to 02-Aug-07
RENO 12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
Restoring the inner
walls of a maritime fortress. P: Fort-Brescou is an island opposite Le Cap
d'Agde on which a fortress has been build in the 16th, and used for a while as
a jail. Unique in the area, famous touristic attraction, this fortress suffers
from the wind and the sea. Since twelve years the village council of Agde has
requested Concordia to restore it. In 2007, two new groups will settle on the
island for three weeks. Isolated between 6 PM and 11AM, you’ll be visited by
the tourists during the rest of the day. W: Restoration of the walls, to
repoint (work on scaffolding) Lo: 25 km from Béziers and 45 km from
Montpellier. In fort-Brescou there is not electricity, running water...only
tourists coming to visit the fortress by boat 4 times a day. This workcamp is
reserved for the bold adventurers.
www.ville-agde.fr. A: basic lodging in a room of the fortress T: Agde
train station. Special requirement:
train to Agde then boat to finish the journey. Neither shower nor electricity.
FraJr07A-07 Trets en Provence 11-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
MANU/AGRI/RENO 4 V. Ages 20-30 Fee:$250.00
Host: The association "La ferme de Noé"
has purchased in 2003 a property of 4 hectares in the village of Trets en
Provence, to make an open farm with organic market gardening, an educational
farm for children and suffering people and a resturant (in activity). The
association counts 50 members, principally young people who participate in the
developement of the farm. For the time being, the objective is to develop the
economic aspect of the activity to achieve financial autonomy. Work : You will participate in agricultural
work, planting and harvesting; maintenance of the buildings, the installation
of folds for animals in the pinewood in front of the house, in the restoration
of the access path to the farm and in the vegetables plantations. As the farm
also runs as a biological farm, with hosting of visitors, you may (if you wish)
participate in preperation of meals for visitors Accomodation and Food : In the main house, one room for the group
of 4 international volunteers, space available being quite reduced. All
facilities are available. Active members of the association live in the house
(4 persons permanantly). Shared meals for lunch; volunteers organise and take
dinner on their own. Nb : homestay type requires effort from everyone. No
internet access in the house, no TV. There is a library on Trets where books
can be lent with internet access (however, the farm is isolated from the
village centre, at 4 km). Bring some games for evenings. Location
Nearest towns : Marseille is at 40 km; Aix en Provence is at 25 km.
Southern part of France. Requirements
~ Minimum age : 20. NB : there is no campleader; volunteers work under supervision
of the active members of the association. Group is composed of 4 volunteers
only. Volunteers should be interested in contributing to the developement of
the project; to work at different tasks according to the needs; be ready to
share one room with other volunteers, respect the rules of homestay and common
"family type" living.
FraCon124-07 Thoré la Rochette 11-Jul-07 to 02-Aug-07
TEEN/RENO/HERI 12 V. Ages 15-17 Fee:$500.00
P: for the 2nd year,
Concordia and the City Youth Office work again together. Thoré la Rochette, 10
km from Vendôme, overhangs the Loir Valley and it is the departure point of the
touristy train. This year, thanks to traditional technical and with the help of
city services, you will build a vineyard house. In the middle of “Loir et
Cher”, you will appreciate the town heritage and its cultural dynamism.
Work: masonry, wood
work. Lo: between Tours and Orleans. www. Vendome
.eu/intro/1p1e-632-thore-rochette.html A: in tents (bring your sleeping bag and
ground sheet). Rendez-vous: Vendôme
train station.
FraCon121-07 Colleville-Ouistreham 11-Jul-07
to 02-Aug-07 TEEN/ENVI
15 V. Ages 16-20 Fee:$500.00
Environment Entre
terre et mer III-P: it is the 3rd year that the commune of
Colleville-Montgomery and Ouistreham work with volunteers to take part in a
marsh development of a natural zone. Located on the edge of the sea, it is a
historical place (Battle of Normandy). Volunteers will make excursions and animation
in environment thanks to a participation of local people. W: Bush clearing,
willow plantations and ditches, installation of hiking trails or banks
stabilization. Lo: 10 km from Caen. Loading’s harbour for UK. A: in tents at
the Ouistreham Young House, facilities in building. Bring ground sheet. Rendez-vous: The Caen train station.
Special requirements:
hard work in damp zone, bring boots.
FraCon005-07 Cognin
11-Jul-07 to 26-Jul-07
TEEN/ENVI 13 V. Ages 16-20 Fee:$500.00
Work in the Forézan
domain P: This is the 2nd work camp organised with an enthusiastic and
motivated town, keen to promote meetings between international teenagers. You
will take part in workshops in the pedagogic farm of Forézan, where you will
work. You will have many possibilities to enjoy yourself: trekking in the
Massif de Bauges or in the Chartreuse, baths in the Bourget lake, visit
historical Chambery. W: new duck and goose wooden hut building, fence pickets
reviewing, botanical path and pastures cleaning. Lo: in the Greater Chambéry,
in the Savoie Region. A: Kitchen and lavatories in the leisure centre on the
domain, sleeping under tents really close to the leisure centre. Rendez-vous: Chambéry train station.
Special requirements:
Bring good walking shoes and hard work gloves.
More details:
www.123savoie.com
FraCon129-07 Lavernat
11-Jul-07 to 02-Aug-07
TEEN/ENVI 15 V. Ages 16-20 Fee:$500.00
P: The new Concordia
partner, Lavernat village, is on the edge of the Bercé forest. It is the better
place to begin forest walking. Nouzillard tree (chestnut family), which brings
little sweet round fruits, is really preponderant on the region and it is put
on light by the village thanks to the “Nouzillard yearly party” in autumn and
cultures layout. For sure, you won’t be insensitive to this typical rural
village with its old church from the 12th century. Nature and trees lovers, we
are waiting for you. W: wood work, signpost building and fences laying. Lo: between
Tours and Le Mans, in the South of Sarthe department. A: in tents. Rendez-vous: Château du Loir train station.
FraUnarec21-07 Le Menil/Lorraine 12-Jul-07 to 02-Aug-07
ENVI 14 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
The project which aims
at developing the banks of the river of the "Gouttes" is part of a
program supported by the community of Senones area (east part of France). Many
actions in order to embellish the landscapes and to protect fragile natural
areas of its territory are planned. Cleaning the rivers and preserving the
banks are extremely important to keep a varied fauna and flora, in order to
clear the landscape and to fight floods.You will have to remove branches in
order to reduce the obstruction, and to eliminate the ageing vegetation,
limiting the heap of firewood. You will make some wood or plaited branches
supports to maintain the river banks and to protect the bed of the river.Saint
Die, the nearest town, is situated 20 minutes away by car. You will have the opportunity
to meet people through local cultural events, visits of exceptional natural
sites (lakes, mountains), exchanges with others international workcamps and
visits of the surrounding towns (Nancy, Strasbourg) and region (Alsace). A:
tents nearby the village hall where you will have a room, a kitchen and a
bathroom at your disposal. Nearest "big town": Nancy nearest airport:
Nancy-Metz/Strasbourg T: Etival Clairefontaine train station Meeting Point:
Etival Clairefontaine train station on the 12th of July at 17:30pm Important to
know before applying: You will live in a typical valley of the Vosges region,
where wild nature and former industrial small towns live together.
FraUnarec22-07 Les jardins animes/Lorraine 12-Jul-07
to 02-Aug-07 ENVI/RENO
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
It is an innovative
project of development run by the inhabitants of Raon l'Etape on a municipal
plot; they develop a garden producing flowers and vegetables and it is used as
a support for artistic and educational projects. The camp takes place in the
small town of the headquarters of etudes et chantiers in the Lorraine region;
You will work on the
roof structure of a shed, lay out the landscape and eventually work on river's
banks with an environment technician. The region of the Vosges offers you many
possibilities of excursions. The natural setting is a major asset of the area,
as well as the nearby big towns (Strasbourg, Metz, Nancy) which are always the
main trip destination of the volunteers. A: technical school of the town, which
is all equipped and not far from the garden.Nearest "big town":
Saint-Dié-des-Vosges-nearest airport: Nancy-Metz / Strasbourg T: Raon l'Etape
train station
Meeting Point: Raon
l'Etape train station on the 12th of July at 5.15 pm
Important to know
before applying: You will also participate in organized activities with the
local population during the "fête du flottage" (floating party).
FraUnarec46-07 Prat Bonrepaux/Midi Pyrenees 13-Jul-07
to 27-Jul-07 TEEN/RENO
20 V. Ages 14-17 Fee:$765.00
The community of communes of Bas Couserans in
South-west of France invites you to participate in a first workcamp in the
village of Prat-Bonrepaux. 5 locals will join international volunteers in this
project; we hope this meeting will be a real success for everyone! You will
have to clear some parts of the footpath and mainly to put signposts. The work
will be divided into two parts: the preparation of the signs in workshop and
then the installation of the signposting. You will often have to walk to reach
the workplaces. Prat Bonrepaux is listed among the most beautiful villages of
France. The town of St Girons is also few kilometres away and you will find
there all the facilities. Languages: French
A: tents and you will use the premises of the multipurpose hall for the
group life (shared room, kitchen, bathroom). Nearest "big town":
Saint Girons-nearest airport: Toulouse
Meeting Point: Lacave
bus stop on the 13th of July (end of the afternoon)
FraCon156-07 ST Erme outre et Ramecourt 13-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 RENO/HERI
14 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: For the second time
St Erme Outre ET Ramecourt will organize an international Volunteer
Workcamp. The thematic will be
Heritage/ Church Restoration. This village is made up of three small villages
that went up together two centuries ago.
Situated in a green valley, this village has a traditional character,
thanks to its stone architecture and its small lanes. The History left its mark on the landscape around the village,
especially during Middle Ages and the First World War with the famous « chemin
des Dames ». Several opportunities of nice excursions! W: You will work inside the nave of the
church: strip the plaster off the walls. Lo: St Erme Outre et Ramecourt is
located in the department of Aisne (02), 20 km from Laon, the administrative
centre of the department, and 40 km from Reims. A: camping ground with tents
Meeting Point: at St Erme train station.Requirements: Work in scaffolding and
attention to asthmatic people because of the powder.
FraJr225-07 Bonnet le Chateau/St etienne chateaucreux 14-Jul-07
to 03-Aug-07 RENO
15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: With a municipal
employee and a mucipal board member, you will participate in the renovation of
a wall in the village : removing of coating, cleaning of the stones. Some
painting works will be done in a school. A: In a communal lodging. We cannot be
responsible for you if you arrive before the beginning of workcamp. Possible
accommodation (at your expense).LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: At about 20
kilometres from St-Etienne and with about fifteen from Montbrison, St Bonnet le
Château associates middle age inheritance, tourism and industrial future. Its
church, surrounded by the old boroughs, its camp-site near a small lake, an
industrial area separated from the touristic part and an important shopping
centre, make up a pleasant and quiet living environment. Many activities are
possible: pedestrian excursions and mountain bike, swimming, walks on river
Loire banks. Visit St Bonnet le Chateau, surrounding medieval boroughs, museum
of the XXth century in Estivareille, Eco-museum of the Mounts du Forez in Usson
en Forez, Vignal mills in Apinac, Loire cstles T: St Etienne Chateaucreux
FraSj29-07 La Batterie de la Pointe 14-Jul-07
to 04-Aug-07 ENVI
10 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: This gun-site was
built between 1874 and 1884, as part of the Plateau de Palaiseau fortifications
to defend Paris. Volunteers will clean the area.
This workcamp follows
one done in 2006 which was an opportunity for local inhabitants to rediscover
their surroundings. This year, besides work, the volunteers will also discover
the area and be in contact with the locals (open day, activities, exhibitions,
international cooking etc.) L: Palaiseau is in the county of Seine et Marne,
30km south of Paris
FraJr319-07 MONLEON-MAGNOAC/Lannemezan 15-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 FEST
12 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: In association with
the association, you will participate in the preparation, the organisation and
the closing of the music festival, during which many bands will be on the stage
and where many debates and cultural and gastronomical events will take place.
Your tasks will include the handling and the assembling of the equipment, the
preparation of the stages, the events linked with the theme of the festival
(debates, exhibitions, etc.) and finally the cleaning and disassembling of the
stages. Attention: a certain flexibility in the work is required according to
the needs of the festival. A: tents, on one of the camping grounds of the
festival. The meals will be taken with the organisers and the volunteers of the
festival. You will take part in the preparation of the meals. We cannot
accommodate you if you arrive before the starting date of the
workcamp.LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English
L: About 20km from the
town of Lannemezan, near Tarbes. Altitude:
340m, 350 inhabitants. The rural village of Monléon-Magnoac is
situated in the midst of a hilly landscape with amazing viewpoints over the
Pyrenees Montains. This location offers the possibility for many excursions in
the mountains: the “Pic du Midi” (2877m of altitude), the Gavarnie cirque, the
Esparros cave, etc... Possible free time activities: hiking around the village,
bathing,... However, the main entertainment activity during your stay will be
the festival in itself!.T: Lannemezan
FraJr111-07 Chaussenac/Aurillac/Clermont ferrand 15-Jul-07
to 28-Jul-07 ENVI
12 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: You will be guided
by a local employee. Forest of Cussac: release the branches, make panels to
indicate the origin (name) of the trees. Additional project: restoration of a
wooden bridge and its rambarde at Cussac.A: Under tents beside the school,
kitchen room at the village hall (except the week-end of the village
celebration), showers at the football stadium (10 min by foot) / Walk to go to
the workcamp / One shop in the village / Altitude: 700 m. Please bring warm
clothes. / If you arrive before the beginning of the workcamp, you can stay, at
your charge,
LANGUAGE:
FRENCH/English LO: Close to the town of Mauriac, Chaussenac is a small village
of Le Pays de la Xantrie, on the verge of La Dordogne. Chaussenac is a village
still protected from the excesses of modern civilization. Population: 300
inhabiatnts / Towns nearby: Mauriac (15 kms). Jeunesse et Reconstruction will
organize one visit during the workcamp. Possible free time actvities : visit of
farms, Visit of the Windmill at Ostenac, Visit of the church, Participation of
the village festival, Visit of the Castle at Escorailles, Museum at
Escorailles, Hike at the Puy Mary, Visit of Pleaux, Mauriac, Mauriac
celebration (fête du plan d’eau) Salers, Mini-golf at Pleaux, Walks, Meeting
with the workcamp of Bassignac and Trizac and Salins. T: Aurillac / Clermont Ferrand
FraJr222-07 HAUTE RIVOIRE 15-Jul-07 to 28-Jul-07
CONS 15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: With a communal
employee you will build 2 low walls on each side of the staircase leading to
the village hall: shaping of the walls, sorting of the stones, making of the
mortar, will be among the tasks you will carry out. A: In a communal room. We
will not be responsible for you if you arrive before the beginning of the
project. Possible lodging, at your expenses.LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO:
Located in the heart of the Lyon Monts, in a preserved natural space, half way
between two big famous cities: Lyon and Saint-Etienne, Haute Rivoire is dynamic
and accessible municipality. You will be able to discover this region by
different means : hiking, horse riding, bicycle riding, and see the beauty of
its panoramas. You will meet friendly and active people. Visit historical
heritage of Haute Rivoire, Villechenève, Ste Foy L’Argentière and surrounding
villages (aqueduct, churches and castles). Excursion In Lyon. Outdoor activities,
pedestrian or bicycle excursion, Village feast on July 21 and 22.
FraSj31-07 Valence D'agen/Tarn et Garonne 15-Jul-07
to 05-Aug-07 CULTURAL
15 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: The Festivalence
association organizes each year the festival of sound and light in the village
Valence d'Agen (5000 inhabitants), near to the Channel of the two seas. The
festival is composed of 7 evenings with theatre which will show the historical
spectacles. The spectacles are played
by inhabitants. The installation of this festival implicates each year 300 to
400 local volunteers. This year the Festivalence association will organize for
the first time an international workcamp. The volunteers will take part in the
preparation of this festival. They will make an installation of decoration and
light, prepare the costumes and other accessories and
receive the people A:
building L: Valence d'Agen is located 60 km in the North-West of Montauban. T: Valence d'Agen.
FraSci09.4-07 CHATEAU DE BLAMONT 4 15-Jul-07
to 29-Jul-07 CULT/RENO
10 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
The association "
Clé de Voûte du Blâmontois ", created in 1991, is renovating a medieval
castel in the village of Blâmont, between Nancy and Strasbourg. W: Identical to
the first one, but without clearing and maintenance work asked for that second
workcamp. A : The volunteers need to bring their own tent and sleeping bags. Q
: It is good but not obligatory to speak a little bit of French because 10 other
french volunteers will be present
FraJr315-07 Eauze/Auch
15-Jul-07 to 04-Aug-07
MANUAL 15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: You will work under
the supervision of the technical staff of the municipality. Work will be
organised in teams according to the needs, to carry out the following tasks :
maintenance of green areas, painting and renovation of the school, and
maintenance of the village infrastructures. A: In the building of the municipal
stadium. Lodging in dormitory style, kitchen and sanitary facilities are
available. We cannot accommodate you if you arrive before the starting date of
the workcamp.
LANGUAGE:
FRENCH/English LO: Altitude 160m. Near the towns of Auch and Condom. Eauze is
one of the most important towns of the Gers district (4400 inhabitants). It has
a very rich historic patrimony from the roman period. Today, the village is
renowned for its gastronomy, its Armagnac and for its laid-back way of life.
Possible free time activities: cinema, free swimming pool, cultural visits,
beautiful landscapes and hiking trips, lakes, typical villages.T: Auch
FraJr216-07 LA GARDE ADHEMAR/Valence ville 15-Jul-07
to 04-Aug-07 ENVI
15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: With a communal
employee and a member of municipal board, you will reopen a footpath by
clearing undergrowth and cleaning of the path, development of certain spaces
which will be used to host art creations of (masonry work) A: In a communal
building. We will not be responsible for you if you arrive before the beginning
of the project. Possible lodging, at your expense.LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO:
Looking down on the Rhone valley, A la Garde Adhémar is a superb village which
has preserved its medieval character. You will be able to visit many places
according: Roussas (village), Grignan (castle and night market), Montélimar
(old borough), Valréas, Ayguebelle (monastery and manufactures of syrups and
drinks); Pierrelatte (the crocodile farm, the nuclear thermal power station,
baths, chocolate factory), Nyons (manufactures of oil, and brewery). Excursion In Avignon T: Valence ville
FraJr104-07 ST PRÉJET D'ALLIER 1/Monistrol (monistrol
d'allier) 15-Jul-07 to 04-Aug-07 RENO
12 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: You will carry out
the first project on this oven. At the beginning of your stay, you will carry
out excavations and research on the spot in order to recover old materials
(stones of the vault, other parts of the walls). Then, you will rebuild the
walls on the whole of the oven (i.e. approximately 0,5 m high) and will rebuild
the vault and the chimney. You will be led by an employee of our association,
mason. This work is rather physical and technical but very interesting from the
point of view of heritage. There will be some work on a small scaffolding.A: In
the cure; possibility to use sanitary facilities of the close camping site;
Lodging in the village centre, close to a river. /Altitude: 850 m (bring warm
clothes). No shops in the village; shops in Saugues (13 kms). We will not be
responsible for you if you arrive before the beginning of the project. Possible
lodging, at your expense. LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: The Community of
communes of the Country of Saugues is a rural territory located between the
gorges of Allier and the Margeride Monts. It is a vast territory of mountains,
located between 600 and 1500 meters, which is composed of 16 municipalities.
The Country of Saugues is also the place where was born the legend of the beast
of Gévaudan, which attracts each year curious tourists. This territory located
on the way to St Jacques of Compostele is also marked by religion, which forms
integral part of the life of people of the country. St Préjet d’Allier is
characterized by its situation. This small rural village, located in a deep
small valley where two rivers (Ance and Virlange) run, offers a pleasant
environment for those in love of fishing. Two dams were built in the village of
St Préjet d’Allier, which feed the hydroelectric factory of Monistrol d’Allier.
Population: 200 inhabitants; Close towns : Saugues (13 kms), Puy in Velay (35
kms). Jeunesse et Reconstruction will organize one visit during the workcamp.
Possible animations on the spot:
welcominc drink offered by the municipality, meetings with local
population, taking part in animations of the camp-site, exchanges with the
festival Committee, Initiation to fishing on river Ance, international meal,
Visit of St Préjet (roman Church, Gallo-Roman Vestiges with Veyrines, Dams
Pouzas and Valette), visit of the rock of Verdun, the rock of the Farmhouse of
Teuch, the gorges of Ance and Virlange, football. Possible animations in the
neighbourhoods: Visit of Saugues, Visit of Langeac, Rafting on river Monisrol,
Horse riding in Saugues. T: Monistrol (Monistrol d'allier)
FraJr300-07 SAINT-PARTHEM/Viviez-decazeville 15-Jul-07
to 04-Aug-07 RENO
15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: A masonry
specialist will initiate you to dry stonework techniques, you will participate
in the reconstruction of various stonewalls, typical of this region. The work
will take place in various places within the village.A: In a dormitory style
accommodation (school building), in the village, with kitchen and common bathroom
and toilet. We cannot accommodate you if you arrive before the starting date of
the workcamp.LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: Saint Parthem is located
approximately 2 hours by car North-East of the city of Toulouse, in the
district of Aveyron. In the afternoon, it will be up to you to organize, in
group, your animations: the natural environment is very pleasant, wild and
preserved: there is a river nearby, meadows and nice locations to discover:
abbeys, viaduct of Millau (the highest bridge in Europe), nice hikes, culinar
specialities, sport, or relaxation. The annual fest of the village will take
place during the camp (music and celebrations!).T: Viviez-Decazeville
FraJr209-07 ST JULIEN EN ST ALBAN/Valence ville 15-Jul-07
to 04-Aug-07 CONS
15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: You will have to
build a wall that will make safer the car park next to the chapel. Masonry work
under the supervision of a municipal employee, who has been leading and
training groups of volunteers since many years.A: In the village hall, with
toilets in the changing rooms of the football ground, at 200 m. We will not be
responsible for you if you arrive before the beginning of the workcamp.
Possible lodging, at your charges, if you arrive before the beginning:
LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: St Julien St Alban is located at 4 km east of the
Rhône valley. Town of 1000 inhabitants, it is located in a broad plain, at 125
m high, along the Ouvèze gorges which open on the “Portes du Bas-Vivarais”. The
village has two historical sites: the castle of St Alban’s ruins and its small
Roman church. Possible free time activities (you can organise them, at your
charges, with the coordinator)-some visits will be organised by the
association. Discover of the region with visits of the towns of Privas (its
night market), of Valence and of Montélimar; visit of the paleonthology museum
(fossils) on La Voulte; discover of many picturesque villages (Coux, Pranles,
Ajoux, St Vincent de Barrès, Chomérac). sports activities (hikes, rides,
swimming in river); visit of caves; meals; sporting tournaments with
inhabitants. Local swimming pool. Excursion in the Ardèche gorges. Meeting with
other workcamps.T: Valence ville
FraCon196-07 Vinassan 1
16-Jul-07 to 31-Jul-07
RENO 12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: this little town of
1400 inhabitants works, for the fifth time, with Concordia. The township and
the Régional natural parc of the narbonnais decided to finish the restoration
of an old “larder” begun 5 years ago.” It is a large larder hollowed out of the
rock which was originally used for storing food which needed to be kept cold.
This larder was full and the volunteers cleared it away. W: for this workcamp,
you’ll carry on excavations and restore the access walls Lo: 5 km east of
Narbonne http://www.vinassan.fr .
You'll discover this splendid area, famous for its wines, for its heritage,
between see and Corbières. A: under tent. If you have one, you may bring it T:
Narbonne train station.
FraSci04.5-07 NOEUX-LES-MINES 16-Jul-07 to 26-Jul-07
DISABLED 6 V. Ages 20+ Fee:$250.00
In an APF center
(Association of handicapped persons, France) in the North of France, the
workcamp will focus on animation activities. W : Volunteers will take part to
animation activities and to the residents daily life. They will do some
artistic work: paintings, decoration.
according to their abilities. A : Accommodation in the centre. L : It is
necessary to speak french. Q : We ask
volunteers to have artistic competencies such as drawing, painting,
sculpture. X : We ask volunteers to be
at least 20 years old, very motivated for this camp and to speak French. They
have to send a motivation letter in french with the standard application form.
No volunteer will be accepted until we get this motivation letter.et.
FraUnarec41-07 Villeneuve Minervois/Languedoc Roussillon 16-Jul-07
to 30-Jul-07 RENO
10 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
For many years,
enthusiastic inhabitants, helped by the town council, renovate the built
heritage of the village of Villeneuve Minervois. This summer you will continue
the works started last year in the church.Following the renovation of the main
chapel of the church and the reconstruction of a drystone wall done last year,
you will participate this year in the renovation of two other chapels of the
church on scaffoldings (3 metres at most), and you will have to free the stones
from the plaster coating and to repoint while keeping the stones
visible.Villeneuve is a small wine-producing village in the Minervois area (20
km away from Carcassonne), located on the south side of the Montagne Noire
(South-West of France). This village is really dynamic. A: Kitchen and bathroom
of the multi-purpose hall will be at your disposal and you will organize there
the sleeping arrangements at your convenience. Nearest "big town":
Carcassonne nearest airport: Carcassonne/ Toulouse T: Carcassonne train station
Meeting Point: Carcassonne train station on the 16th of July (end of the
afternoon) Important to know before applying: You will have the opportunity to
have a swim in the river, go walking and discover many places of interest in
the surrounding area: the town of Carcassonne, abbey and marbles of Caunes
Minervois, the Cathares castles.
FraUnarec48A-07 Lescure I/Midi Pyrenees 16-Jul-07
to 29-Jul-07 ARCH
8 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
This workcamp will
take place in the site of la Mechasse famous for its Gallo-Roman iron forge
(from extraction to production). You will work with local volunteers who have
participated in the first excavations. You will work on last year discovered
areas and you will also participate to the cleaning and classification of the
objects found. You will not work on Saturday afternoon and on Sunday.The
village of Lescure is situated in the community of communes of Val Couserans
and near the Saint Girons town which is at the foot of the Pyrenees of
Ariege.Of course the area is the good place for walking in a beautiful natural
setting, but also for discovering the architectural heritage (Roman, Cathar),
the local craft industry or the prehistoric caves. A: in tents. The municipal
school's rooms and the soccer stadium's bathroom will be available for group
life. Nearest "big town": St Girons nearest airport: Toulouse T:
Saint Girons train station Meeting Point: St Girons train station on the 16th
and 31st of July Important to know
before applying: The inhabitants gave us a warm welcome last year and they are
glad to host new international volunteers.
FraSj32-07 AUBETERRE
(Poitou-Charentes)
Charente 16-Jul-07
to 27-Jul-07 ENVI
10 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: 'Pond
Rehabilitation!'In partnership with Charente Nature and the Discovery Centre,
the volunteers will apply themselves to the 'natural' ponds that are slowly
disappearing from the area, with the help from the Discovery Centre (a network
of four ponds and a small lake are among the projects developped by workcamps
since 1993). The volunteers will work with local resources and the best methods
(digging, removing plants, sizing trees) to reaffirm, along with the
inhabitants, their rich history! A: tents L: between Angoulême and Bordeaux
(South Charente), West France T: Angoulême (Charente)
FraCb18-07 LE TRAIN HISTORIQUE DE RILLE 16-Jul-07
to 04-Aug-07 TEEN/RENO
6 V. Ages 16-17 Fee:$500.00
This workcamp is
located in the outskirts of a little village named Rillé, with an association
called "le petit train historique de Rillé" (the little historical
train of Rillé).
The objective of this
association is, by means of the railway activity and the renovation of old
trains, to gather all the persons who want to share, exchange, meet young and
not-so-young people around activities about the train renovation. This workcamp
follows upon that which was held last 2 years, and we will continue the
roundhouse construction. The works will be: Construction of brick pillars.
Works of masonry mainly and some work of maintenance in the site (painting,
cleaning, small manual work in the trains) will be done. A group of teenagers
will join the international volunteers team and will participate in all
workcamp activities, also in leisure and everyday life activities. There will
be exchanges with volunteers from other workcamps located in the department. L:
Rillé is located 50 Km west from Tours and about 250 Km from Paris. Nearest
airport: PARIS. A: in tents in the camping located at a 5 minute-walk.
Language: French/ English
FraJr229-07 Lentilly
17-Jul-07 to 30-Jul-07
RENO 15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
DATES TO BE
CONFIRMEDRENO-LANGUAGE: FRENCH / and : English
LOCATION: -TERMINAL: -
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 1 / At the end of the workcamp, no transportation will be
organized by our association. You will then have to arrange your own means of
transport to return to the train station.2 / Our association does not provide a
car during the workcamp. 3 / Foreigners belonging to the European Union must
bring with them the E111 form (for the refunding of medical expenses in your
country).4 / Do not forget to bring : a sleeping bag, warm clothes (a sweater
and rain-coat), a bathing suit. For male volunteers : short pants are generally
prohibited in the public swimming pools in France, please bring a bathing suit.
For work : worn out clothes and strong shoes. Your games, songbooks, cassettes,
musical instruments and recipes, will be also welcome! To make exchanges and
encounters easier, please also bring photographs of your home, some postcards,
small gifts. REMARKS: DATES A CONFIRMER
FraJr308-07 arascon-sur-ariège/BEDEILHAC 17-Jul-07
to 30-Jul-07 RENO
12 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
DATES TO BE CONFIRMED!
W: Supervised by the members of the local association, you will participate in
the first phase of the project which consists in improving the access path that
goes to the Tower. It is steep and needs to be made practicable for the
advancement of the project. Furthermore you will clear the area and sort out
the stones laying around the site which will be useful for the reconstruction
work (2008 phase). Your work will consist in clearing out the bush and trees,
leveling and preparing the path. A: in a community building in Bedeilhac, in
dormitory style with kitchen and sanitary facilities. We cannot accommodate you
if you arrive before the starting date of the workcamp. LANGUAGE: FRENCH/and:
English LO: Altitude : 600m. 150 inhabitants. The small village of
Bedeilhac-et-Aynat is located in the heart of the Pyrenees Mountains, in the
Saurat Valley which climbs up to the Port pass, a privileged passage point for
the Tour de France cycling race. 5km from Tarascon-sur-Ariege, this quiet
valley is surrounded by peaks and is connected to the Ariege Valley which leads
to Spain. Nearby: the towns of Ax-les-Thermes (30km) and Foix (20km) and the
principality of Andorra. Possible free time activities: hiking and cycling
tours, the Bedeilhac Cave, many historical sites (castles, churches, etc), and
outdoors sports (canoeing). Exchanges with the members of the local association
who will warmly welcome you. T:
Tarascon-sur-Ariège
FraCon070-07 Wclermont-Ferrand 17-Jul-07 to 01-Aug-07
FEST 9 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
World Cultures
Festival-French-speaking P: for 30 years, ‘Cultures et Traditions’ has been
organising an “ World Cultures Festival” with musicians and artists from all over
the world, to promote cultural exchanges. Cultures and folklore are discovered
by music, crafts works, culinary and artistic specialities and by meetings and
debates. You will work with local volunteers (400 persons) helping to organise
and prepare the festival which will take place from July 20th to the First of
August. You will take part in the festival. W: logistic support: pitching the
tents, big top, stands, stalls and decoration. Work in the kitchen and in
stands. LO: 48 km from Clermont-Ferrand. It is an agricultural region which
owns lots of architecturally treasures. A: basic, in tents for sleeping (bring
your sleeping-mat) and big tent for group life. T: Gannat (train station)
Special requirements: you have to provide a motivation letter in French. You
have to be motivated to work even during the night. More information:
www.gannat.com
FraJr321-07 BRENAC/QUILLAN 17-Jul-07 to 30-Jul-07
RENO 12 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
DATES TO BE CONFIRMED!
W: Under the supervision of a technician, you will participate in the
maintenance and restoration of “capitelles” (kind of stone houses, typical
housing of this region which used to shelter the local peasants) and “garennes”
(stone structures which were used for rabbit raising). Your work will consist
in clearing the bushes around the site and rebuilding some of the capitelles.
A: in a community
building of the village, with kitchen and sanitary facilities on the spot. We
cannot accommodate you if you arrive before the starting date of the workcamp.
LANGUAGE: FRENCH / and : English L: Brenac is a very beautiful village of about
150 inhabitants, located in the Aude department, in the Cathar country, at the
foot of the Pyrenees mountains. Its architecture and heritage are remarquable
and very well preserved. Possible free time activities: wild and preserved
nature to discover, between forests and Middle-Age heritage with very beautiful
viewpoints. Nearby Brenac: a lake, Cathar castles, the medieval city of
Carcassonne, Perpignan and the mediterranean coast. Sports activities: hiking,
cycling, outdoors sports (canoeing, rafting) T: Quillan
FraCon071-07 Les Ancizes-Comps 2 18-Jul-07
to 02-Aug-07 RENO
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: this first project
of two camps is undertaken in partnership with the community of Les
Ancizes-Comps. The purpose of the works is to improve a site in the village
called “La Brousse”. This site is composed by a big washhouse and two
fountains.
The community wishes
putting on light these pieces because they’re part of the local history. It
will be the opportunity to save a place that is steeped in heritage and to
create a leisure area for hikers and tourists. Also, it gives access for
farmers to get water for their cattle. W: masonry work on the washhouse and on
the fountains. Cleaning recipients, making joints and repairing the dry stone
wall.
Location: 35 km NW
from Clermont-Ferrand. It is an agricultural region with a variety of
contrasting scenery. A: in tents at the Ancizes community camp site (bring your
own mattress). Community life in a common “Marabout” (big tent).
Meeting point:
Saint-Georges-de-Mons train station.Special remarks: your hiking boots and warm
clothes (nights can be cool).
.
FraUnarec25A-07 Sentier des etoiles I/Lorraine 20-Jul-07
to 03-Aug-07 ENVI
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
Badonviller, in the
Lorraine region, is situated in the foothills of the Vosges Mountains (East
part of France); it is known as the town of birth of a famous French
astronomer, named Charles Messie (18th and 19th century). A local association
of astronomy lovers works with the village and the community of communes in
order to develop this heritage. The "Sentier des Etoiles" ("the
path of stars") is a representation of the solar system, reduced on scale,
which elements are built in the landscape above a lake. This achievement is a
step towards the development of an astronomical observation site which suits perfectly
thanks to its situation.You will help to install bases or markers which will
represent the position of the planets around the sun (with a circle of 3,5 m of
diameter) situated on a cliff, which overhangs the lake. Works are varied:
building work with the local red sandstone, strong artistic aspects, putting in
place of explicative boards, calculations of distances Badonviller (1,500
inhabitants) is at the foot of the mountain of the Vosges. In the past it was a
famous site, listed today in the museum of glass and ceramics. A: in tents,
probably in tepees (Amerindian tents) near a holiday centre (bathroom, kitchen
area and a room will be at your disposal). This centre is situated between
Badonviller and the workplace;. Nearest "big town": Nancy nearest airport:
Nancy / Metz T: Luneville train station
Meeting Point:
Luneville train station on the 20th of July or 3rd of August (in the afternoon)
Important to know before applying: The main attraction in this village is the
lake of Pierre Percee, one of the most beautiful of eastern France. There are
all facilities in the town, and in the summer, many activities with the
inhabitants, who wants to develop tourism in this nice and welcoming region.
FraUnarec29-07 Hautes Vosges/Lorraine 20-Jul-07
to 12-Aug-07 ENVI
15 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
The Nature Regional
Park of Ballons des Vosges hosts once again international volunteers to work
within the framework of its plan of protection of sensitive natural areas. The
workcamp will be hosted in one of the
most prestigious areas of the Vosges mountains: the pick of Hohnneck (at a
height of 1,200m). Volunteers will install facilities in order to avoid the
damage caused to the area by numerous hikers in summer. This time, one of the
three weeks will be reserved for the animation of the site, with creative
actions or happenings, in order to inform the people visiting the park, about
the importance of the work that is done.
Installing and
repairing fences along the paths; installation of leaks and others small wooden
facilities, signposting. It is a workcamp for nature lovers and large open
spaces. You will live during three weeks in the middle of the mountain of the
Vosges, where you will be likely to go walking in order to discover forests, thatches,
lakes and peat bog. You will take part in fairs and activities organized in the
surrounding villages in summer. A: a mountain refuge fully equipped and
reserved for the workcamp (dormitories). Nearest "big town": Colmar
nearest airport: Strasbourg / Mulhouse-Bale T: Munster train station Meeting
Point: Munster train station on the 20th of July (in the afternoon) Important
to know before applying: Note that these works require sometimes physical
efforts, and workplaces are not always accessible by car!
FraCon197-07 Lattes
20-Jul-07 to 11-Aug-07
TEEN/ENVI 12 V. Ages 15-17 Fee:$500.00
Wood arranging around
a pond. Project: the town council and the “House of the Nature” planed to
arrange a bird zone of observation around the Etang du Méjean. You’ll discover
this region between the sea and Montpellier. Young people from the village will
be present on this project. W: in order to prepare this zone you’ll have to
excavate and to build an observation fence made of wood so that a bicycle shed.
Lo: town with tourist appeal 6 Km south of Montpellier
http://www.ville-lattes.fr/index.asp A: in a school T: at the bus stop of Lattes
FraUnarec23A-07 Terre d'histoire I/Lorraine 20-Jul-07
to 03-Aug-07 RENO/STUDY
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
Language : French Land
of history, Land of future: on a small land at the foot of the massif of the
Vosges, three international workcamps will allow the volunteers and the
inhabitants to discover the richness of the local history and to develop coming
projects. The use of renewable energy, the heritage of a great astronomer
(SENTIER DES ETOILES), and finally with TERRE D'HISTOIRE, the memory of a
precursor of the fight for human rights and slavery abolition. (the Father
Grégoire, contemporary of the French Revolution). On this project, you will
participate in a dual purpose workcamp:- Working with natural stone, improving
the access to a stream, building a support wall for a public track. it means discovering
a traditional technique and live a real experience working as a team. Works
take place on two different sites situated in the same area.- An active
participation in thinking about the foundation of a democratic society, looking
for and sharing ideas about still current issues such as liberty, equality and
fraternity involves a real interest in the past and future social models. Part
of the time of the workcamp will be devoted to these works, and to share
thoughts with other workcamps during organized activities.Blamont is a small
town of 1,300 inhabitants with a lot of shops and facilities. You will have the
possibility to discover the towns of Nancy, Metz, Strasbourg, while enjoying
the natural setting of the mountains of the Vosges. Embermenil is a pleasant
village located 10 kilometres far away from Blamont.
A: tents in the
municipal campsite, not far from the work place and you will have the village
hall at your disposal with a big kitchen for the meals.In Embermenil, you will
camp by the lake, with kitchen and bathroom there, and you will have access to
a classroom in the village school. Nearest "big town": Nancy nearest
airport: Nancy-Metz / Strasbourg T: Luneville train station Meeting Point:
Luneville train station on the 20th of July or 3rd of August at 6.00 pm
Important to know before applying: The ability to communicate in both English
and French languages is necessary to participate in this workcamp, as well as
having courage and humour in order to link the hard reality of the work with the
soft utopian dreams!
FraSj33-07 Souvigny
21-Jul-07 to 10-Aug-07
FEST 12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: For his eleventh
birthdays, an association Souvigny Grand Site proposes for volunteers to take
part in the preparation and the management of a big medieval festival. About
30.000 visitors will participate in this festival. The group will take part in
an installation of scene, will animate the
stands, and then will contribute to disassemble a scene. It should be noted
that this workcamp requires a strong implication of the volunteers. L: Souvigny
is a village, located in the center of France, 100 km in the north of
Clérmont-Ferrand.
FraSj34-07 St Etienne-de-Vicq 21-Jul-07 to 11-Aug-07
RENO 15 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: The commune St
Etienne-of-Vicq wishes to re-use an old Roman bridge. The renovation work is
necessary. It is important to install a way of wood which will allow to pass on
the other bank and also to renovate a footpath. This village is located near
the mountain "bourbonnaise", one of the most beautiful parts of
Allier. L: St Etienne-of-Vicq is a village, located 10 km in the north of
Vichy, in the center of France.
FraSj35-07 CUBRY LES SOING 21-Jul-07 to 14-Aug-07
RENO 16 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: The community of 'Cubry les Soing' possesses
a horse-watering place which is very famous for the surface of its pavement
(510 m²) and for its architectural elements : cesspool, two ensembles of
washing and rinsing places, 15 metres of horse-watering places, with the two
areas (human and animal area) separated by a small wall. This place has been
abandoned for longtime and for years the communal group wants to begin with a complete
restoration equivalent to the original. Since 1997, 6 workcamps have taken
place in order to renovate the place. This year there will be the final
workcamp hosted by the village to finish the washing place. There will be a big
final ceremony taking part where all the volunteers who have participated
during the last ten years are invited.The volunteers and the inhabitants are
working in the field of masonery ( cutting stones, making zement, posing the
pavement) to finish the last 70 m2 of
the pavement. The idea of this cooperation is also to create a connection with
the partner organisation " living in Cubry". A: inside the houses; showers at the
inhabitants L: Cubry is situated 15 km at the east of
Vesoul T: Vesoul
FraSj36-07 Chepniers Charente-Maritime 21-Jul-07
to 14-Aug-07 RENO
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED:
END JULY- AUGUST P: The community of Chepniers hosted an international workcamp
back in 2000, where the volunteers worked to develop the surroundings of the
Robinson pond (small lake), a site which honnours its natural environment. Now,
several years later, this site is again in need of some attention, including
restoring an old kiosk and developing the area around the pond. The project's
aim is to inject a little youth into the area! It is a however a frequented
spot, as it provides a resting-place for visitors on the rambling trail where
it is situated. Furthermore, the project provides a great opportunity for
cultural exchange and participating in local activities and events.
FraSj37-07 ARCHIAC- Charente-Maritime 21-Jul-07
to 14-Aug-07 RENO
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
END JULY- AUGUST:
DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED. P: Archiac has already hosted several international
workcamps in previous years. The dynamics of this village and that of visiting
groups has therefore always allowed for interesting and varied experiences.
This year, the work will be based around the development of a garden, situated
behind the local 'hotel des impots'. This exceptionally pretty building is
currently being converted into a space for housing the village's local
assocations, and the new library. By restoring the outside area, including
removing a badly placed wall and rejointing another, the villagers hope to make
the environment as pleasant and as attractive as possible. A: tbc L: 75 km from
the sea and to the north of Bordeaux (south of Charente Maritime), the west of
France
T: Jonzac (Charente-Maritime)
FraSj38-07 LAMERAC
21-Jul-07 to 14-Aug-07
RENO 12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
END JULY-AUGUST: DATES
TO BE ANNOUNCED. P: Motivated by two successful workcamps held in 2003 and
2005, the community of Lamerac has decided to welcome a group of volunteers for
workcamp number three, to finish the restoration works on the local church. W:
To repare and refill the joints of a rough stone wall. The villagers are
already preparing for the arrival of the volunteers and are very much looking
forward to the exchange! A:
tbc L: Sud de la Charente, à 90 km au nord de Bordeaux. T: Angoulême.
FraSj39-07 VENDEUVRE DU POITOU 21-Jul-07
to 14-Aug-07 RENO
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
END JULY- AUGUST.
DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED. P: The municipality and the House of Youth and Culture
of Vendeuvre wish to experience the adventure that is an international
workcamp, with the ultimate aim of bringing together the young volunteers and
the perhaps not-so young local people to work side by side on this project,
allowing for a great deal of intercultural exchange. Motivated by the prospect
of welcoming people from all over the world, the townspeople are already
preparing activities to help you, the volunteers, discover their territory and
culture. The work itself consists of
the restoration of an old barn, which, once developed, will become a new
meeting premises for the young people of Vendeuvre and the surrounding areas. The workcamp will also begin at the same
time as the traditional town party, an ideal introduction to the town and a
perfect occasion for meeting new people. A: tents. L: 25 km North of Poitiers,
to the West of France T: Poitiers (Vienne)
FraJr214-07 Clansayes/Valence ville 22-Jul-07
to 11-Aug-07 ENVI
15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: Guided by a local
employee, you will enhance ramparts. Clearing and cleaning: cutting of small
trees and feet of ivy, clearing of the vegetation which invades the footpath
and covers the ramparts. The restoration of the fallen stones.A: In a room. We
will not be responsible for you if you arrive before the beginning of the
workcamp. Possible lodging, at your charge, if you arrive before the beginning
of the workcamp: LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: the southern part of Drôme
department, the town of Clansayes belongs to “Pays de Grignan”: at 20 km away
from Montélimar and at 5 km away from St Paul trois Châteaux. Located on a
steep rock piton, Clansayes has the tracks of its rich past. Possible free time
activities (you can organize them, at your charge, with the coordinator)-some
visits will be organized by the association. Visit of Grignan (night market and
castle), Pierrelatte (crocodiles farm), Montélimar, Suze sur la Rousse. Avignon
festival. Excursion in gorges of Ardèche: swimming, canoe, hikes. Visit of the
Aiguebelle monastery or the cathedral cellars of St Restitut. Meeting with
other workcamps. T: Valence ville
FraJr206-07 Crest Jazz Vocal/Crest 22-Jul-07
to 11-Aug-07 FEST
15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: Guided by
volunteers of the association which organizes the Festival and by people in
charge for the engineering department, you will participate in the installation
of the stages and platforms, in the support of the Festival promotion (posters;
distribution of leaflets in the region), in the cleaning after each
performance, and in the dismounting and the arrangement of the whole material
of the Festival. NB: these are tasks which are repetitive, but essential;
organizers of the festival rely on your motivation to help them before, during,
but also after the festival; hours of the work will be very VARIABLE according
to the needs; little time for leisure or the group life.A: In the sport hall.
We will not be responsible for you if you arrive before the beginning of the
workcamp. Possible lodging, at your charges, if you arrive before
camp.LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: Drôme valley, in the south of the regional
park of the Vercors, the small town of Crest has 8000 inhabitants. It is a town
which owns an inheritance of quality, dominated by its medieval tower (52 m
height). Very animated in summer period, the town offers many activities as
well sporting as cultural. Towns nearby: Montélimar (40 km) or Valence (30 km).
Possible free time activities (you can organize them, at your charges, with the
coordinator)-some visits will be organized by the association. Visit of the
Tower and abseiling; visit of the towns of Valence, Montélimar (museum of the miniature
and manufacture of nougat) or Die (old town and cooperative cellar); night
markets; canoe (on river Drôme); visit of a magnanery at Sailans, of an oil
mill at Aouste; free conerts within the jazz festival; hikes: 3 Becs, Piegros
la Clastre, discover of the Vercors; swimming pool; meeting with other
workcamps . T: CREST
FraJr316-07 Beaumont/Auch 22-Jul-07 to 11-Aug-07
RENO 10 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: You will work under
the supervision technician for the renovation of the outside walls and the
modification of the entrances of the former school of Beaumont. Situated next
to the townhall building, the school dates back from the beginning of the 20th
century, and it requires a “freshing up work”. Various masonry work, and
probably the fitting of new doors need to be done. NB: you might have to work
on scaffoldings. A: You will be hosted in the school building, in dormitory
style, kitchen and sanitary facilities are available. We cannot accommodate you
if you arrive before the starting date of the workcamp. LANGUAGE: FRENCH / and
: English LO: The small village of Beaumont (120 inhabitants) is very typical
of the Gers district. It is situated at about 8km from Condom; one of the most
important towns of the area. This district is very famous for its gastronomy,
its Armagnac liquor and its “laid-back” way of life. Nearby cities: Auch
(50km), Toulouse (150km). Possible free time activities nearby: hiking and
cycling tours, cultural visits (castles, churches, typical village), a very
rich architectural heritage, museums, typical regional farm products making,
vineyards. Beaumont has also the particularity of hosting a castle which the
property of Eve Ruggieri (quite famous journalist and writer in France), but also
has a Roman-style church from the 10th century. T: Auch
FraJr110-07 Brout Vernet/Vichy 22-Jul-07 to 04-Aug-07
FEST 12 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: You will be guided
by volunteers of the Galib’art association. Before the festival: help with the
installation of the marquee, stands, barriers, stages, camp-site, toilets,
catering place, cooking: preparation of the international drink (drinks and
meals – please bring your recipes), Preparation of a stand for Jeunesse et
Reconstruction (decoration, panels) During the festival: preparation of the
reception of visitors. You will have to hold the stand Jeunesse et
Reconstruction and the stand international drink. After the festival:
Dismantling of the installation, cleaning of the site. You will have to work a
lot the first week except on Monday and will benefit then of free days after
the cleaning of the site. Be careful! The rhythm of the work can vary from one
day to another. Be flexible and committed. The work is physically demanding.
According to your likings, you will be able to choose to do either cooking,
installation, decoration, electricity.A: Under tents, next to the football
changing rooms. You will eat with the association Galib’art during the
festival. After the festival (Th, Fr, Sa), you will eat in the room next to the
changing rooms. You will be accommodated near 5 persons with physical handicap,
who will also work for the festival. It’s an occasion to create an interesting
relationship. The accommodation is on the site of the festival / football
stadium at 5 min from the village / few shops in the village If you arrive
before the beginning of the workcamp, you can stay at Vichy or Brout Vernet, at
your charge.
LANGUAGE:
FRENCH/English LO: Brout Vernet is located 20 km north-west of Vichy. It has
been the site of Rock Preserv’ festival organized by the Galib’art association
for more than 10 years. This rock festival gathers almost 5,000 people during
an evening. It is very eclectic and we can find there pop music, metal, reggae,
electronic and experimental music. Those concerts are the opportunity for local
and national groups to become more popular. For the association, the festival
represents 200 volunteers who offer to the public a festival where the good atmosphere
and the friendship dominate. Come to create the festival with them and bring
your happiness and love for the music. You will follow the rhythm of the
association. Prepare yourself for the festival by bringing your ideas of
cocktails and recipes for the international drink and meal. Bring your Cd’s to
share musical moments. Population: 1,124 inhabitants. Towns nearby: Vichy (15
kms) / Possible free time activities : Sport with the volunteers of Galib’art :
volley, foot, badminton, Game of bowls (typical french), Canoe, Visit of Brout
Vernet with the association Azi la Garance, Swimming-pool. T: Vichy
FraJr223-07 Cobonne/Valence ville 22-Jul-07
to 11-Aug-07 RENO
15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: Clearing of undergrowth
and cleaning of 2 abandoned spaces. Work of protection of an old tiling behind
the church and in the lanes: some stone stairs, consolidation of a low wall and
ruins.A: In a communal room. We will not be responsible for you if you arrive
before the beginning of the project. Possible lodging, at your expense.
LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: Located in the heart of the department of Drôme, a
few kilometres from Crest, in mountainous area, near the Vercors mountains,
Cobonne is a small village that has about 100 inhabitants. Visit of old town of
Crest, tower, of Saillans, Valence, Die, Montélimar (castle of Adhemars and old
city)... Excursion In Lyon. Excursions, swimming pool at Crest, Tower of Crest,
canoe-kayak in, Concerts of festival Crest Vocal Jazz.T: Valence ville
FraJr102-07 DOMAIZE/Courpière 22-Jul-07 to 11-Aug-07
RENO 16 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: Restoration of a
building, former pigsty: removing of plaster of the external walls, recoating
with lime. Construction of a dry stone wall: preparation of the trench,
construction of a 50 height cm low wall approximately on 4, 5 m broad. Cleaning
around the Mill of Runs up (to remove the vegetation, Coupe shrubs around the
bridge, interior Nettoyage of Recoule). Help with the organization of the
festival of Domaize: installation (stands, tents, electricity, security fences,
and information panels), reception of the public, ticketing, cleaning after the
festival. You will be led by an assistant for the work on the walls and
volunteers of association Do’mais’en’corps for the festival. Work on the dry
stone wall is technical and interesting. You will possibly work in two groups.
1 week and half is devoted to the building of the walls, 1 week is devoted to
the festival.A: Under tents, beside the old canteen, sanitary facilities in the
multipurpose hall; in the village centre; You will go by foot to work place
(not more than 3 kms); Altitude: 500m/a grocery store/a bBar in the village. We
will not be responsible for you if you arrive before the beginning of the
project. LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: In the heart of Livradois Hill, Domaize
is a small rural village of 300 inhabitants It has a remarkable natural
inheritance with the gorges of Dore and Miodet, brooks and cascades, many
panoramas on the chains of Puys and the Castle of Mauzun and for the who love
birds, it is a site of reproduction. Domaize also owns a very rich built
heritage on the whole of its hamlets. Population: 330 inhabitants; close towns:
Thiers (26 kms), Clermont Ferrand (48 kms). Jeunesse et Reconstruction will
organize one visit during the workcamp. Possible animations on the spot:
welcoming dring by the municipality, Exchanges with the young people of Association Do’ mais’ en’ corps, Festival of
Domaize in August 4, Excursion with Association Leisure Friendship, Meal or
plays with the Elderly club, initiation to fishing in the gorges of Dore river,
meeting with an artist (living in Domaize), international meals, excursions in
the neighbourhoods with panoramas on the chain of Puy, Castle of Mauzun, Visits
of Billom T: Courpière
FraUnarec38A-07 Rambouillet I/Ile de France 22-Jul-07
to 03-Aug-07 TEEN/RENO
14 V. Ages 14-17 Fee:$765.00
For the second time, the
Bergerie Nationale (National Sheep Barn) will host an international workcamp.
The area of this farming organization spreads on 220 ha of cultivated land;
there are a lot of animal in the educational farm: cows, horses, pigs, sheeps.
You will renovate the wall at the entrance of the site where many visitors pass
everyday: clearing, cleaning out and
renovation of the wall as it has partly collapsed. The town of Rambouillet is
50 kilometres away from Paris. It has 26,000 inhabitants, 2000 hectares of
forests and more than 300 shops. You will live 2 kilometres away from the town
centre, in the heart of the forest.Languages: French, English A: site of the
Bergerie Nationale, in dormitories. There is a room equipped for cooking.
Nearest "big town": Rambouillet and Paris nearest airport: Paris-Orly
Meeting Point: Rambouillet train station on the 22th of July (end of the
afternoon).
FraJr210-07 Roussas/Valence ville 22-Jul-07
to 11-Aug-07 RENO
12 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: Under the
supervision of municipal employees, you will work in several teams :
continuation of the laying out of terraces, clearing of the vegetation and
removing of the surplus of ground; building of a dry stone wall: selection and
laying of the stones; landscaping: levelling of the ground to prepare
plantations. Another teal will work on the maintenance of green areas (village
outskirts, botanical village, ...).
A: In the changing
rooms of the foot ball ground. We will not be responsible for you if you arrive
before the beginning of the workcamp. Possible lodging, at your charge, if you
arrive before: (contact them to check availabilities) LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English
LO: Located in southern Drôme, in the country of Grignan, at the edge of the
Rhone valley, the village of Roussas is located around a rock piton. It is one
of the nine botanical villages of la Drôme. A superb botanical circuit goes
through thus the village and enables visitors to discover plantations of new
roses and Mediterranean plants. The village has also a rich cultural heritage
with its castle and its two chapels. Towns nearby: Montelimar (20 km) Orange
(55 km). Possible free time activities (you can organize them, at your charges,
with the coordinator): visit of Grignan (night market and castle), Pierrelatte
(crocodiles farm), Montélimar, Nyons, Suze la Rousse, swimming pool at Grignan,
Festival of Avignon. Excursion in gorges of Ardèche: swimming, canoe, hikes.
Visit of the Aiguebelle monastery or of cathedral cellars at St Restitut. Foot
or game of bowls tournaments with the locals.T: Valence ville
FraJr121-07 Arches/Aurillac/cleermont ferrand 22-Jul-07
to 11-Aug-07 RENO
16 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: Refurbishing the
inside rooms of the Monastery (painting, sandpapering windows). Help with the
organisation of the exhibitions and of the animations planned for the Monastery
such as maintenance of the outside garden for the theatre shows; installation
of the stage props and of their decoration for shows and concerts; guiding the
visitors, cleanup after the demonstrations. You will be supervised by a town
employee and a town volunteer helping with the organisation of the
exhibitions.A: In the Monastery. Altitude: 400m. The Monastery which is located
8 km from the village and 10-minute drive from Mauriac. There are no shops in
the town; only a post office and a bar. If you arrive before the beginning of
the workcamp, you can stay, at your charge, in Arches or Mauriac.LANGUAGE:
FRENCH/English. LO: Nearby city : Mauriac (15kms). Arches, located in the high
valley of Dordogne, is a rural village of 175 inhabitants. A section of the
territory of the municipality dominates the Dordogne River, which represents a
natural and an administrative limit in one, because it separates the Cantal
from the Corrèze departments but also the regions of AUVERGNE and LIMOUSIN.
Jeunesse et Reconstruction will organize one visit during the workcamp.
Possible free time activities: Welcoming drink; exchanges with the local population
(meal, evening parties); exchanges with the Senior Citizens’ Club; participation with the exhibitions of local
artists and concerts; international
meal; visit of the village; sightseeing
the surrounding area; evening
gatherings at the local bar. Surroundings free time activities: visit of
Mauriac, Swimming activities in Mauriac, visit of Bort-les-Orgues, visit of the
Val Castel.T: Aurillac / Clermont Ferrand
FraJr113-07 Langeac
22-Jul-07 to 04-Aug-07
FEST 16 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: You will be guided
by volunteers of the association the Beautiful Day. You will certainly be
divided into small groups. Help with the organization of the festival :
(according to needs, you will do several tasks): decorations, installation of
wooden barriers, tables, stands, kitchen (peel vegetables) assistance in rapid
restoration and refreshment bar, participation in scenes and processions, cover
the traffic signs to hide them, disassembling after the festival, cleaning. You
will have to work a lot the first week and will benefit then of free days after
the cleaning of the site. NB: The rhythm of the work can vary from one day to
another. Be flexible and committed. The work is physically demanding. Persons
who are passionate on history are expected.A: Kitchen in a communal building
called Delongevialle (Dumas street) and dormitory just in front in a building
above the apartments of the Centre CADA / Altitude: 500 m (bring warm clothes)
/ If you arrive before the beginning of the workcamp, possible accommodation at
your own charge. LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: Town of history and tradition,
Langeac was one of the thirteen good towns of Auvergne to be represented with
the State-Generals of the Province of Auvergne. That Langeac became in 1786 the
Marquisat of the Lafayette General is an event of local history at the time
very important. For 200 years, the universal notoriety of the hero of the two
worlds, who got passion for freedom and human rights, has amplified the importance
attached to its personality. Indeed, Lafayette since its glorious return of the
United States fights concretely in France for civic freedom and the abolition
of slavery. Three years before the Revolution, the langeadois (inhabitants of
Langeac) hope to get a little more freedom with the arrival of the General.
Sunday August 13, 1786, La Fayette enters Langeac to receive the keys of the
city and to officially take possession of its new Marquisat. This day, another
young man, Jean-Baptist Belmont, lawyer at the Parliament, attends this event
and reports the adventures in a text entitled: The Beautiful Day. This
Beautiful Day reconstituted since 1997 each year at the end of July, is the
occasion of one homage to freedom at the same time as a great popular festival.
Population: 4200 / close Cities: Puy in Velay (44 kms), Clermont Ferrand (97
kms) Jeunesse et Reconstruction will organize one visit during the workcamp /
Possible free time activities in the village: Visit of Langeac (Museum of
Jacquemard, Chapel of the illuminations, forest of Pourcheresse), Meetings with
the volunteers of the association the Beautiful Day, Participation in the
festival of the Beautiful Day, Walks, horse-ridding, Canoe-kayak, fishing,
touristic train / in the surroundings: Visit Gorges de l’Allier, Visit of
Chavaniac Lafayette castle, Visit of salmon breeding at Chanteuges, Visit of
Saugues: Museum of the beast of Gévaudan, English Touwer, Visit of Le Puy en
Velay T: Langeac
FraSjT80-07 ST LOUP SUR THOUET
Haute-Saône
(Franche-Comté) 23-Jul-07 to 03-Aug-07 ENVI/TEEN
8 V. Ages 15-17 Fee:$550.00
PROJECT: Carried by
the General Council of Two-Sevres and the sociocultural Center of Airvault,
this project of the valorization of a pond and Sheep Barn is supported
technically by the Education service of the General Council within the
framework of a young building site. Through this building site, the work on the
natural inheritance of the area of Cbron is an occasion to set up complementary
activities to discover the protected fauna of the wetlands. The building site
is an
opportunity for an
environmental project carried out by a
young public coming from all horizons. ACCOMODATION: in tents SITUATION: 150 km
to the seaside, 50 km in the west of Poitiers (Nord Deux-Svres), in the west
France Terminal: Poitiers (Vienne)
FraUnarec03-07 Arzano/Bretagne 23-Jul-07 to 10-Aug-07
RENO 12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
For the second year a
workcamp is organised to renovate the mill of Roc'h which has not worked since
1971. It is one element of the beautiful heritage dating from the Middle Ages.
The site was bought by the town council in 1998 which is now expecting its
renovation and its development. Masonry works with lime. You will repoint and
repair some damaged part of the walls. You will possibly participate in the
clearing and also in the research of elements (especially mechanical) of the
mill in order to put them in a safe place.Arzano is a small village (1,300 inhabitants)
situated between the sea and the countryside, 20 km away from the town of
Lorient. You will enjoy the maritime landscape, and also discover many castles,
menhirs, abbeys and take part in the famous Breton festival the
"Fest-noz". A: tents near the mill site in an exceptional setting
(orchard located in a small valley on the banks of a river). You will have
access to the bathrooms of the sports ground.
Nearest "big
town": Lorien nearest airport: Rennes T: Lorient train station
Meeting Point: Lorient
train station on the 23th of July at 4.35 pm Important to know before applying:
The village of Arzano, its youth centre and the local population are very
dynamic: many exchanges are planned! (Diners, activities, visit.)
FraUnarec43A-07 Fumel/Aquitane 23-Jul-07 to 05-Aug-07
RENO 12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
This project takes
place in South-West of France. Renovated in 1994 by a first group of young
volunteers, the castle of Fumel - which is now the town hall - needs to be
renovated again. You will first take the rendering down in order to clean the
stone walls (you will work on a scaffolding of 4 meters at the most); then you
will remove the skirting boards and the old mouldings. Finally you will render
a section of a brick wall before to put on a new paint coat The history of the
old town of Fumel coincides with the history of its castle which (at the end of
the 11th Century) was commanding from the origin the way of the valley of the
Lot. A: located in the upper part of the town, the municipal reception centre
will host you in its brand new premises: you will be accommodated in rooms for
3 or 4 with private bathrooms and you will have access to a shared room and a
cafeteria. You will also use a fitted kitchen and a refectory will be at your
disposal.Nearest "big town": Villeneuve-sur-Lot nearest airport: Agen
T: Monsempron-Libos train station
Meeting Point:
Monsempron-Libos train station on the 23rd of July or 7th of August at 2pm Important to know before applying: Located
in the North-East of the department, the town has also the famous medieval
castle of Bonaguil that can be visited. All facilities are accessible in Fumel
and there are many footpaths in the area around.
FraSci10.1-07 BOQUEN
23-Jul-07 to 07-Aug-07
SOL/ART/CULT 10 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
The cultural
organisation of Boquen organizes thematic meetings on social issues as well as
artistic workshops. W : Boquen owes a
former traditional farm, and the volunteers will help renovating it (cleaning
and maintenance work) A : in the farm
FraUnarec68B-07 Volvic 2/Auvergne 24-Jul-07 to 09-Aug-07
TEEN/ENVI 20 V. Ages 14-17 Fee:$765.00
The village of Volvic
is hosting workcamps since 1992. Every year international volunteers help
maintaining footpaths and elements of the built heritage (washing places,
ovens, fountains).you will participate in the clearing of footpaths. Some works
of cleaning and pruning are also planned. The main operation will take place in
the hamlet of Tourtoule. You will have to renovate the surrounding dry-stone
walls. The village of Volvic, at the foot of the Puy de la Bannière will
surprise you by the richness of its built heritage. You will discover there a
medieval castle of the 12th century, a roman Church, a museum and many
fountains.. This village of quarrymen is worth a visit with its narrow streets
and its black stones houses. The preserved nature is made up of volcanoes, lava
flows and forest paths where you can practice biking or hiking. You can also
visit the site of the Springs of Volvic which release a mineral water well
known in the whole world.Languages: French, English A: In tents Nearest
"big town": Clermont Ferrand nearest airport: Clermont Ferrand
Meeting Point: Volvic train station on the 24th of July or 14th of August (end
of the afternoon)
FraSj45-07 La Ferme de la Grange aux Moines 25-Jul-07
to 16-Aug-07 CONS
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: La Ferte Alais has hosted international
workcamps since 2001 as a tool for community development. This year the
volunteers are going to work on an educational farm where they will build a
bread oven and sanitary installations. The farm will propose some activities to
discover the surrounding area. A: in tents L: La Ferte Alais is in Essonne, 40
km south of Paris
FraCon188-07 Capdenac le Haut 2 27-Jul-07 to 18-Aug-07
RENO 13 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: for the fourth time
Capdenac le Haut welcomes Concordia’s volunteers to restore a part of the
rampart surrounding this historical town. The region is very touristic and
welcoming so the volunteers will have many possibilities of visits, hikes,
leisure. W: you’ll dispoint the week parts, to repoint and sometimes rebuild in
traditional masonry. Work on scaffolding.Lo: Capdenac le Haut is a splendid
historical village in the heart of a very touristic region. Near Figeac,
between Cahors and Rodez http://www.tourisme.fr/office-de-tourisme/capdenac-le-haut.htm
A: under tent. If you have one, you may bring it.T: Capdenac-Gare
FraCon157-07 ST Erme outre et Ramecourt 28-Jul-07
to 12-Aug-07 RENO/HERI
14 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: St Erme Outre and
Ramecourt wants to renovate one of their churches. This village is made up of
three small villages that grouped them together two centuries ago. Situated in
a green valley, this village has a traditional character, thanks to its stone
architecture and its small lanes. The History left its mark on the landscape
around the village, especially in the Middle Ages and the First World War with
the famous « chemin des Dames ». W: inside the nave of the church, striping the
plaster off the walls. Lo: 20 km from Laon and 40 km from Reims. A: camping
ground with tents Meeting Point: St Erme train station.Requirements: Work in
scaffolding and attention to asthmatic people because of the powder.
FraJr117-07 Le Mont Dore 29-Jul-07 to 18-Aug-07
ENVI 10 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: You will clear an
invasive plant, from the banks of the Dordogne river : clearing, cut the
plants. You will be guided by the camp leader of Jeunesse et Reconstruction and
supervised by local employees. NB : physical work because the plants are very
high and thick, banks are sometimes very inclined. Bring boots. A: In a school.
Altitude : 1050m (bring warm clothes) / Walk to go to the workcamp. If you
arrive before the beginning of the workcamp, you can go, at your charge, to the
Youth Hostel-LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: Close to the Puy de Sancy mountain,
at the heart of the regional Park Volcans d’Auvergne (park of volcanoes), in
the valley of la Haute Dordogne, the Mont-Dore station has three main
vocations: tourism, water cures, winter sports. Nature is well protected in the
regional park and particularly in the valley of le Mont-Dore, where the
Dordogne river has its source. Please bring warm clothes as Le Mont-Dore is
located 1050 m high, and even summer evenings can be very cold. Population:
1,735 inhabitants. Towns nearby: Clermont Ferrand (43 km). Jeunesse et
Reconstruction will organize one visit during the workcamp. Possible free time
activities : Hikes in the Massif du Sancy with a guide on average mountain,
tennis, cycling, Visit of waterfalls, Meeting with young people, climbing,
aquagym, Participation of Animations at Le Mont Dore, Visit of the Chambon
lake, visit of the funicular railway station, Visit of Le Mont Dore,
Discovering of lava enamels, Swimming-pool at la Bourboule, ice-skating, Visit
of a cheese farm, Jazz concerts, Visit of Clermont Ferrand T: Le Mont Dore.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Bring Boots
FraSj41-07 VERFEIL/
Tarn
et Garonne 29-Jul-07 to 20-Aug-07 HERITAGE
15 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: The Commune of
Verfeil (approximately 450 inhabitants) will organize this year for the second
time an international workcamp for renovating the old laundry. The aim of the
project is to build a drain around the laundry according to techniques of
traditional masonry. The volunteers and the inhabitants will pass work and
spare time together. The international volunteers will also take part with a
team of local
volunteers in the
preparation of the music festival organized each year in Verfeil, which will
take place the 17,18 and 19th of August. A: camp-site L: Verfeil is located 70 km in the North-East of Montauban.
T: Lexos.
FraJrS02-07 FLEURY SUR ORNE/Caen 29-Jul-07
to 11-Aug-07 DISABLED
3 V. Ages 20-30 Fee:$250.00
(FRENCH-SPEAK) W: You
will take part in the organisation the leisure activities of the residents.A:
In the centre. LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: Near the town of Caen.T: CAEN
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: NB : minimum age 20, a motivation letter in French is
needeed. Knowledge of French preferable. However, volunteers do not speaking
French, but having a good contact and a strong sense of communication, are
welcome to participate.
FraJr215-07 PIEGROS LA CLASTRE/Valence 29-Jul-07
to 18-Aug-07 RENO
12 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: The group will be
spread to work on different locations, to carry out following work: masonry
work on a ancient building, cleaning and clearing of footpaths,
A: In the changing
rooms of the basket ball ground and under tents. We will not be responsible for
you if you arrive before the beginning of the workcamp. Possible lodging if you
arrive before the beginning: LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: 7 km from Crest, on left bank of river
Drôme, in a valley bordered with vineyards, the village of Piégros is located
at on the northern slope of the mountain line which separates the valley of
Drôme from the valley of Roubion The village has an original architectural
heritage with a feudal castle being restored and the St Médar chapel. Possible
free time activities (volunteers can organize their activities, at their
charges, with the coordinator): Dicovery of the Drôme valley through visits of
towns of Crest (visit of the tower, old village, swimming pool, concerts), of
Saillans (La Magnagnerie) and of Die (the ramparts, and the cooperative
Cellar). Excursions at Valence and at Montélimar. Hikes, canoe, rides.
Excursions in le Vercors or in the “Trois Becs” mountain during a week end.
Vocal Crest Jazz Festival. Interworkcamps meetings during an excursion to
discover the department.
T: Valence ville
FraJr103-07 GELLES/aqueuille 29-Jul-07 to 18-Aug-07
RENO 16 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: Restoration of the
surrounding wall of the martyrdom: Cleaning and brushing of the wall, removing
of plaster of the stone wall, recoating with lime (using a machine). Replacing
of the stones. You will be led by a communal employee and an assistant. You
will also take part in the organization of the village feast from the 11 to 15
August. You must thus bring the traditional costumes of your countries to take
part in the processions. You will be living into an environment of festival
with fireworks, concerts, processions, balls. A: In the presbytery; in the
heart of the village and close to the working place; altitude: 800 m, bring
warm clothes/there are shops in the village. We will not be responsible for you
if you arrive before the beginning of the project. Possible lodging, at your
expense. LANGUAGE: FRENCH /English LO: 850 m of altitude, the municipality of Gelles covers a surface with 4753 ha and
gathers a population of 1002 inhabitants. Gelles is sheltered by the small
chain of Puys (Neuffont, Vialle, Banson, and Boucaud). Gelles owns beautiful
houses made of gray-blue stones, around the Saint-Georges church. Formerly, it
was a stage on the Roman way from Clermont to Limoges. Today, close to major
roads of communicaiton, it offer beautiful nature. Population: 1000
inhabitants: close towns : Clermont Ferrand (46 kms). Jeunesse et
Reconstruction will organize one visit during the workcamp. Possible animations
on the spot: welcoming drink by the municipality,, celebration of village feast on 11 to 15 August, exchanges
with the Conscripts (young people of the village who organize this festival),
musical evening and traditional dance
of Auvergne with folk group “Bruyères et Jonquilles”, excursion to Gelles,
basket ball, initiation to fishing, pétanque at night every Friday during
summer, Gel’ Arc: shooting with bow, international meal, football, tennis,
hiking and mountain bike, discover a botanical garden, Visits churches, .
Possible animations in the neighbourhoods: Visit of Vulcania, Visite castle of
Cords, Puy de Dôme, Excursion in Clermont Ferrand Internet sites:
T: Laqueuille
FraJr217-07 Secheras/Valence ville 29-Jul-07
to 18-Aug-07 ENVI
15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: Under supervision
of a communal employee, you will do the clearing of undergrowth and cleaning of
the path and ruins of the castle. Rebuilding work of the way will consist in
making it again practicable (work of clearing and earthwork.)
A: Under tent. We will
not be responsible for you if you arrive before the beginning of the project.
Possible lodging, at your expense. LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English
LOCATION: Located at
the north of Ardeche, the village of Secheras is at 10 minutes of Tournon. It
offers many possibilities of excursions. You will be able to visit many
picturesque villages by travelling with the small tourist train of the valley
of Doux, visit of Annonay, Valence, Tain l’Hermitage, Tournon,
Romans, visit and tasting of many products of the soil (cheeses, wines,
pork-butcheries, produced containing sweet chestnut) T: Valence Ville
FraJr224-07 Ecotay L'Olme/Montbrison 29-Jul-07
to 18-Aug-07 ENVI
15 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$250.00
W: With a communal
employee and a member of the municipal board, you will take part in the
restoration of the house of the Chaplain: clearing of undergrowth covering the
ruins, consolidation of the walls, rebuilding of crumbled parts. Another of
your duty will be to revalorize the botanical path which passes in front of the
house of the chaplain: cleaning the path in order to valorise its , opening of
a section along the river in order to avoid that visitors use the main road,
clearing of undergrowth and cleaning of the neighbouring path. A: Under tent.
We will not be responsible for you if you arrive before the beginning of the
project. Possible lodging, at your expense. LANGUAGE: FRENCH/English LO: A the
limit of the Forez valley, crossed by the Loire and close to the Forez Mounts,
which form a geographical border between Auvergne and the Rhone-Alps area,
Ecotay Olme is located at a few kilometres from Montbrison, at 30 km from St
Etienne. In the heart of a country of Art and History, its heritage is rich, in
terms of history and natural sites. Many possible excursions allow to discover
the area, hiking, cycling. Visit of Montbrison (municipal Park - Museum of
Allard, archaeological Museum of the Diana...), of St Etienne, of Moingt
"the Roman", of Essertines in Chateneuf (castle of Chevallard...),
of Chalmazel (castle of Marcilly Talaru. Excursions Loire-Drill some, bathe,
Boules and other outdoor games. T:
Montbrison
FraSjT81-07 MAULEON TEENAGE CAMP
Haute-Saône
(Franche-Comté) 30-Jul-07 to 10-Aug-07 TEEN/RENO
6 V. Ages 15-17 Fee:$550.00
6 volunteers (3 French
- 3 International) PROJECT : Water, a vital and fragile part of our life. For
12 days we will restore and protect water areas: an ancient granite fountain
and a network of seas. Restauration work including painting will be on the
program, in addition to activities including accrobranch...the project will be
realised in partnership with the municipality and the exchanges with local
french inhabitants will be frequent.
ACCOMODATION: tents SITUATION: 150km from the Sea and 20kms from Cholet
(North Deux Sevres) West of France. TRAIN STATION:Cholet
FraUnarec01B-07 Le Palacret/Begard 30-Jul-07 to 17-Aug-07
TEEN/RENO 10 V. Ages 14-17 Fee:$765.00
Since 2000 international
workcamps are organised in Begard area; they aim at renovating and at
protecting the natural and built heritage. This year you will renovate the wall
of the Languoerat Chapel.Works of masonry with lime: reconstruction of the
Chapel wall (15th -17th centuries).The project is situated 30 minutes away from
the towns of Lannion and Guingamp, in a small isolated valley.
You will have the
chance to participate in "Fest-noz" (famous Breton celebrations) and
to discover the charming Brittany region with its amazing pink grained coast ;
Le Palacret is situated about 30km away from the sea. A: in tents in the
municipal campsite of Begard. Languages: French, English Nearest "big
town": Guingamp nearest airport: Saint Brieuc / Rennes / Paris Meeting
Point: Guingamp train station on the 30th of July (end of the afternoon)
FraUnarec55-07 St Lizier/Midi Pyrenees 30-Jul-07
to 17-Aug-07 TEEN/RENO
20 V. Ages 14-17 Fee:$765.00
We organise an international teenage workcamp
for the second time in this nice town of South-West of France. You are expected
for renovation work on a wall.
You will participate
in masonry works: you will clean a wall, and then you will repoint it with
mortar and lime. The project will take place in the alleys of the upper town
and on overhanging terraces. Saint-Lizier is a village of history and artistic
interest; it is a former Roman village listed among the most beautiful French
villages. Situated at the foot of the Pyrenees Mountain, the village is a great
panoramic viewpoint onto the Couserans Mountains very appropriate for walks and
hiking! There will be some summer cultural events in Saint Lizier.Languages:
French, English
Accommodation:. You
will live in tents (possibility to sleep in the multi purpose hall in case of
bad weather). The school premises will be at the disposal of the group (kitchen
and bathroom) Nearest "big town": St Girons nearest airport: Toulouse
Meeting Point: St
Girons train station on the 30th of July (end of the afternoon)
FraSci04.4-07 Marseille
30-Jul-07 to 26-Aug-07
DISABLED 6 V. Ages 20+ Fee:$250.00
The Centre of Bellevue
in Marseille accommodates disabled persons (physically handicapped). W : The volunteers will organize animation
activities. They'll be careful to maintain exchanges with the residents and
then, to try to create a friendly and dynamic atmosphere. They will help during
the meals some persons who can't eat alone. The volunteers are encouraged to be
dynamic and take initiatives. A : in
the centre. L : It is necessary to speak french.X : We ask volunteers to be at
least 20 years old, very motivated for this camp and to speak French. They have
to send a motivation letter in french with the standard application form. No
volunteer will be accepted until we get this motivation letter. Driving licence
would be an asset.
FraSci09.5-07 ETAPLES
30-Jul-07 to 12-Aug-07
HERI 8 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
In the north of France
the volunteers will help an association working on saving martim heritage.W : repair old boats for an exhibition in
a maritim museum S : maritim historyA : camping Q : ability or enthusiasm for
woodwork, curiosity for boats and maritim history.
FraSci04.3-07 Hospitalet
30-Jul-07 to 19-Aug-07
DISABLED 4 V. Ages 20+ Fee:$250.00
The workcamp will be
held in a residence for heavily handicapped persons, near Blois. A specialised
work is done in order to give the residents a self-aptitude to their daily
tasks. W : The volunteers will help the
animation team, taking part in the residents daily activities : games, debates,
visits outside, picnics. A : in the centre L : it is necessary to speak
french X : We ask volunteers to be at
least 20 years old, very motivated for this camp and to speak French. They have
to send a motivation letter in french with the standard application form. No
volunteer will be accepted until we get this motivation letter. Project dates
have been confirmed.
FraJr032-07 A PETITS PAS/Arras 30-Jul-07 to 12-Aug-07
TEEN/MANUAL 25 V. Ages 18-30 Fee:$500.00 Xtra Fee: $465.00 REPORT
REFUND: $0.00
WORK: The topic of the
workcamps is "Around Donkeys". Tow weeks to restore and
improve equipements used by donkeys: construction of a wooden shelter,
maintenance of hiking material, laying out of a workshop, renovations of
stalls... All the work will be done according to the principal of
eco-construction. There will also be plenty of time to go our for hikes and
camping with the donkeys, to participate in artistic workshops, to discover new
activities, to meet local youth, to discover the region. A: In a former and
restored farm. LANGUAGE: FRENCH /English LO: Volunteers will work at the main
centre of the association & quot;A Petits Pas", located in the
village of Ruisseauville, located at 35 km south of St Omer, and 60 km west of
the town of Arras, and 100 km sout-west if Lille. Accommodation is different
from working place, and is located on the village of Lisbourg (8 km from
Ruisseauville).
TERMINA: ARRAS
FraSj42-07 CORNEILLA DEL VERCOLL 30-Jul-07
to 20-Aug-07 YOUTH/SOC
16 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: The Youth &
Culture Centre (MJC) wishes to propose activities to young people to get them
more involved in community social life. So 4 to 6 local youngsters will
participate in this workcamp. The work is to restore a chapel outside the
village by renovating its facade. The
aim is also to create awareness amongst young people of the need to preserve
their cultural heritage.This is the third time that the MJC is hosting a
workcamp. A: in tents next to the local
sports club, where volunteers can use the kitchen and bathroom facilities. L:
10 km from Perpignan, 10 km from the sea T: Perpignan
FraSci09.6-07 La Chapelle-Bouexic 30-Jul-07
to 15-Jul-07 CULTURE
12 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
La Chapelle-Bouexic is
a small village situated in the south-west of Rennes. The municipality wish to
renovate the local castle to make it a multiple activity centre.
W :Volunteers will
clean the castle (inside and outside). They will also participate in the
organisation of evenings in the garden. Volunteers will be able to discover
local culture. Volunteers will also work with children in the activity centre.
A: In a building of
the castle (elementary)
FraSj40-07 Le CLAJ de Rochejean 31-Jul-07
to 20-Aug-07 SOCIAL/YOUTH 16 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
P: The leisure club
and action for youth is an organisation who works for creating leisure
activities for everybody. They offer a hosting center named "Le
Souleret" and a farm pedagogique named "La Batailleuse ".The aim
is to sensibilize the people for the environment by working at the farm,
discovering the region and the local culture. The international volunteers
participate at the activities of the organisation. They will help to organise
different activities and the volunteers are going to participate at the daily
work of the farm ( looking after the animals) and another activity is also to
realise changing the place by working in the field of masonery - a zisterne for
gathering the rainwater.A: tents L:
Rochejean is situated at the region called Haut-Doubs T: Pontarlier
FraUnarec48B-07 Lescure II/Midi Pyrenees 31-Jul-07
to 13-Aug-07 ARCH
8 V. Ages 18+ Fee:$250.00
This workcamp will take place in the site of la
Mechasse famous for its Gallo-Roman iron forge (from extraction to production).
You will work with local volunteers who have participated in the first
excavations. You will work on last year discovered areas and you will also
participate to the cleaning and classification of the objects found. You will
not work on Saturday afternoon and on Sunday.The village of Lescure is situated
in the community of communes of Val Couserans and near the Saint Girons town
which is at the foot of the Pyrenees of Ariege.Of course the area is the good
place for walking in a beautiful natural setting, but also for discovering the
architectural heritage (Roman, Cathar), the local craft industry or the
prehistoric caves. A: in tents. The municipal school's rooms and the soccer
stadium's bathroom will be available for group life. Nearest "big
town": St Girons nearest airport: Toulouse T: Saint Girons train station
Meeting Point: St Girons train station on the 16th and 31st of July Important to know before applying: The
inhabitants gave us a warm welcome last year and they are glad to host new
international volunteers.