APPLICATION FORM
GoEco's Facebook Community
Code
GoEco07
Location
Kerem Maharal is situated 30 km south of Haifa in the beautiful Carmel Forests
About
Eretz Carmel, a non-profit, non-political, grass roots organization, initiates & promotes models of sustainable growth and revival of the environment, while at the same time preserving quality of life and building for a better future. Eretz Carmel is currently implementing practical daily-life solutions through its 3 projects: (1) Compost Hakerem – a new and unique model for recycling of organic garbage in which the individual becomes a partner in solving the problem of organic garbage, by separating organic household garbage which is collected and converted into compost by Eretz Carmel. (2) Education program – a perfectly balanced outdoor ecological environment which serves as an educational centre offering lectures, workshops, and programs on the importance of social and environmental harmony, sustainable ecological agriculture, the recycling of organic garbage ("Kerem Compost" project), the need for ecological building, and more. The centre aims to educate through experience. (3) Ecological Agriculture Project – methodology of vegetable-growing and organic orchards while preserving the environment, using the Eretz Carmel model to create sustainable agriculture. The project offers a practical solution to the problems of modern agriculture and the need to preserve open areas and nature resources.
Volunteer tasks & contribution
volunteers will partake in the Ecological Agriculture Project in activities such as: creation and maintenance of waterhole systems and compost projects, traditional farming, agricultural work on the organic orchard, earth building, education programs and many more.
Project dates
From the 14 August 2008 – 28 August 2008
Minimum requirements
• Age above 18
• Keen interest in agriculture and conservation
• High level of independence and flexibility
• Full travel and health insurance
• Conversational English
• Physically fit
• Good health
Place available
5 volunteers
Accommodation
Volunteers will sleep under the stars in a shared forest shelter at the project camping site. The site includes shared bathrooms, mattresses, showers, and fully equipped kitchen. Volunteers may bring their own tent. A natural rock pool may be used by the volunteers after work.
Orientation in Tel Aviv
As part of the project, an orientation will be provided for all the participants during the 14th – 17th August 2008 together with other volunteers from GoEco projects. The orientation will include preparation lectures regarding Israel and the project, walking tour of old Tel Aviv and Jaffa and ample time to enjoy the beach, meet new friends and party or enjoy cultural venues. Includes light breakfast and Friday night dinner.
Language
English
Participation fee
€210
Price includes
• Administration
• Accommodation in forest shelter
• 3 day orientation in Tel Aviv
• Transportation to project (one way).
• Professional training & supervisionn
Price doesn't include
• Flights to Israel
• Food (5-10 Euros per day)
• You are required to purchase full travel and health insurance
• Personal expenses (i.e. alcohol, clothes, etc…)
Nearest airport
BenGurion Airport, Tel Aviv
Meeting point
From 16:00 on the 14 August at the Old Jaffa Hostel, Tel Aviv
How do I register?
Stage 1: If you would like to join this project, please complete the application form and submit it to GoEco.
Stage 2: Once we receive your application form, GoEco will evaluate your suitability for the project that you have chosen. At the same time, we will check the availability of dates. (When completing your registration form, it is advisable to indicate a second and third choice in case your first choice is fully booked or the dates requested are not available). Once GoEco receives confirmation of your acceptance to the project, we will notify you immediately by email.
Stage 3: Once you have been accepted on a project and we have answered any additional queries that you may have, you will be asked to transfer the participation fee of €210 in order to reserve your place within 7 days. This payment is non-refundable.
Stage 4: After receiving your deposit, GoEco will send you a Disclaimer
form and a Declaration form as well as a file containing all the relevant information about the project, including recommended ways to reach the site. You should return the two forms, duly signed, by mail to our office. Only upon the receipt of these forms, will we be able to complete the registration process.
General note: It is important for you to know that during the registration process and the duration of the project, the GoEco team is always on hand to answer your questions and offer any assistance needed.
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