Nestled against the virgin rainforest of La Cangreja National Park; our Sustainable Education Center has been teaching; exploring; and promoting techniques of living harmoniously in the landscape for 12 years. Renowned for its natural building and delicious culinary spreads of fresh homemade food; our Ranch provides visitors an opportunity to see Permaculture principles in action. Visitors will experience a rural Costa Rican community; delight in 325 acres of pristine forests and waterfalls; and participate in a working Permaculture farm.
We offer profound; innovative and impactful internships for individuals interested in a hands-on introduction to sustainability practices. As a working farm and education centre we provide the opportunity for hardworking; conscientious; and responsible individuals to immerse themselves in techniques and technologies related to sustainable living (e.g. natural building; Permaculture; etc).
Our program aims at providing a balance between hands-on instruction and experiential learning that allows interns to quickly take on leadership roles in our beautiful kitchen; amongst our hundreds of fruit and nut trees; with our playful goat herd; and on building sites throughout the Ranch. Commonly a life changing experience for participants; interns routinely return year after year as they become part of the Ranch family and its projects.
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31 July – 1 October, 2023
2 months
Adults of both sexes 18+
There are no specific required qualifications, but prospective interns are highly encouraged to read the internship page of our website and follow the application steps there. Volunteers should speak English or Spanish.
US$1400 for the 2 month period which includes full room and board (expect dinner on Sundays), and full access to our facilities, extensive library, and private wildlife reserve.
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