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International workcamps

2013

www.cocat.org



WHO WE ARE… COCAT is a Catalan non-governmental and non-profit coordinating platform created to represent Catalonia’s international workcamp organizations. COCAT is the link between the international and the national (local) levels of voluntary movement. Our workcamps is like scenery of the global and local relations in the field of voluntary activity. You can see it on the picture

below.

GLOBAL LEVEL

Catalan Organizations There are several catalan organizations organizing workcamps in Catalonia. Among them, there are the members of COCAT:

Fundació Escolta Josep Carol Fundació Catalana de l’Esplai CRUC Ascalfó Club Excursionista Empordanès Grup Espai Vidrerenc

These organizations design projects for the community and the youth on different areas, organizing and preparing the workcamp, taking into account the needs of the community and the educative value for the volunteers.

Direcció General de

Joventut This area of the Catalan government it’s involved in the development of the work camps held in Catalonia. From one side they grant the organizations to support them financially to organize the camp.

COCAT is member of two international networks promoting the International Voluntary Service: Alliance and CCIVS

Alliance Alliance is an European voluntary Service organization that had been 30 years promoting the volunteering among the youth in Europe. It has 49 members from 30 countries in Europe, America and Asia. www.alliance-network.eu

CCIVS The CCIVS is an International Voluntary Service platform with organizations from all over the world, and had been coordinating the IVS for more than 60 years and 80 organizations nowadays. The CCIVS bases all its actions on Human Rights principles and constitutes therefore a microcosm where it is possible to experience and experiment an international society based on equality, mutual cooperation, participation, respect and non-discrimination.

Thanks this membership COCAT can work with partnership organizations from different countries. They send us volunteers for our work camps that’s

why we call them Sending

organizations .

Each sending organization prepares its

Volunteers for the work camp.

Volunteers usually are 18-30 years old (most of them 18-25 years old) and pay a fee to their sending organization to participate to the camp.

NATIONAL

and

LOCAL LEVELS

YOUR LOVELY WORK CAMP

http://www.alliance-network.eu/



THE AIMS OF COCAT:

To develop workcamps and voluntary service as a tool for personal,

collective and community development, with the central values of

interculturality, culture of peace, sustainability and social justice and

equality;

To represent and bridge the local Catalan youth associations organising

international workcamps in Catalonia, with the international voluntary

service movement. The development of networking is our aim and our

methodology: synergies are our goal.

WORKCAMPS

Our workcamps are non formal learning proposals for young people coming

from many different countries and cultures. Workcamp projects are a living

way to share culture, supporting non profit world and developing local

communities traditions, promoting ideals of solidarity and citizenship.

FORMULA OF SUCCESSFUL CAMP:

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OUR PROPOSALS

YOUR MOTIVATION

TO DO VOLUNTARY

WORK AND POSITIVE

ATTITUDE

WORK WELL DONE

HAPPY

VOLUNTEERS



OUR PROPOSAL TO YOU AS A FUTURE VOLUNTEER IS…

…to take part in a project that will provide:

Full-learning experience of voluntary service for local

communities, in intercultural

framework

Leisure activities to enjoy your free time, being in contact with

local community

Accomodation and food (be ready that it can be a bit simple but good enough to

enjoy a camp)

Third part liability

insurance



YOUR MOTIVATION IS A DRIVING FORCE OF THE CAMP

We really expect your motivation to take part into the project… So when you come, come prepared to:

Contribute with energy and action, to the daily life of the camp as a

group member

Work about 30 hours per week

To cooperate with other volunteers and local

people

Respect and enjoy cultural and social

diversity of participants and locals

Bring your own insurance that covers you as an

individual in case of illness or accident



CATALONIA

All our workcamps will be implemented in small cities and villages of Catalonia. It is good chance for volunteers to know more deeply our

country, learn its picturesque landscape and traditions. Catalonia is situated in the North East of the Iberian Peninsula. It has a

territory of 32.000 km2 and around 7.000.000 inhabitants.

Catalonia is a European Mediterranean country with a strong personality

and very motivated to enhance its customs and traditions. The Catalonian

landscape is very varied one: Pyrenean

Mountains contrast strongly with coast regions,

desert landscape are mixed to the most beautiful

Mediterranean ones. The historical invasions and

political conquests, gave Catalonia the awareness

to open its door to intercultural dialogue and to

live together with the old tradition of Catalan

community and values.

The present structure of political power in

Catalonia, after 40 years of dictatorship and

denial of its language and traditions, was

defined basically by the Statute of Autonomy

(1979, revised in 2006) and by the political

institutions of the Generalitat de Catalunya

(Catalan Autonomous Government).



LANGUAGE

The language of the country is Catalan, one of the group of western neo-

Latin languages together with Spanish, Portuguese and French. However,

everyone learns Spanish at school so there is no problem for non-Catalan

speaking visitors.

Catalan culture is a ten million people community,

living in France, Spain and Italy (l’Alguer).

Catalan is a living language spoken in the

everyday life, studied at schools, colleges and

universities and used on radio, television and

newspapers and most importantly in the everyday

life of each person.

USEFUL INFORMATION

YOUTH HOSTELS IN CATALONIA

The Catalan Hostels Network comprises 40 hostels. For information,

contact: TURISME JUVENIL DE CATALUNYA

Tel. + 34 93 483 83 41 www.tujuca.com www.xanascat.cat

TRANSPORTS

Find information on buses, trains, taxis, underground and discount cards on

the following web sites:

Trains: www.renfe.es

Bus from and to Barcelona: www.barcelonanord.com

http://www.gencat.es/catalunyajove

http://www.xanascat.cat/



To move inside Barcelona: www.bcn.es, www.tmb.cat

Special railway: www.fgc.net

By car: www.dgt.es

INFORMATION AND MAPS

Information on the following web pages:

www.bcn.es

AVERAGE PRICES €

A load of bread (1/4 kg) 0.90 €

A bus ticket (inside Barcelona) /10

tickets bonus

2.00 / 9.25 €

An underground ticket / 10 tickets bonus 2.00 / 9.25 €

A night in a hostel 18-25 €

A beer in a bar 2.50 €

Coffee in a bar 1.30 €

http://www.bcn.es/



Cocat International Workcamps 2013

CODE CAMP ORG FROM TO LOCATION TYPE VOLS AGE

CAT01 Turó del Montgròs –

Archeology in Catalonia Fundació Catalana de l’Esplai

29/06/13 13/07/13 El Brull ARCH 21 18-29

CAT02 The river in the city Fundació Catalana de l’Esplai

30/06/13 14/07/13 Sabadell ENVI 21 18-29

CAT03 The Iberian citadel of

Calafell Fundació Pere

Tarrés 02/07/13 16/07/13 Calafell ARCH 21 18-29

CAT04 Archeology in Garraf Fundació Catalana

de l'Esplai 07/07/13 21/07/13 Begues ARCH 21 18-29

CAT05 International Traditional

Music Festival of Cantonigròs

Fundació Escolta Josep Carol

11/07/13 25/07/13 Vic FEST 21 18-29

CAT06 Recovery of the

archaeological heritage

Coordinació Rural

de Catalunya 14/07/13 28/07/13 Peramola ARCH 13 18-29

CAT07 Rural development, After

the fire Coordinació Rural

de Catalunya 14/07/13 28/07/13

Pinós del Solsonès

ENVI 13 18-29

CAT08 Montsoriu castle Consell de Jovent

d'Arbúcies 15/07/13 29/07/13

Montsoriu Castle - Arbúcies

ARCH 21 18-29

CAT09 Aulàs, inventing a new

village Fundació Catalana

de l'Esplai 17/07/13 31/07/13 Aulàs – Tremp

ENVI/ RENO

21 18-29

CAT10 Algerri ‘13 Ascalfó 17/07/13 31/07/13 Algerri ENVI/ RENO

21 18-29

CAT11 Sils, drop by drop Fundació Escolta

Josep Carol 21/07/13 04/08/13 Sils ENVI 21 18-29

CAT12 St Iscle Castle, looking for

a past Grup d'Esplai

Vidrerenc 28/07/13 11/08/13 Vidreres ARCH 21 18-29

CAT13 Balaguer ‘13 Ascalfó 01/08/13 15/08/13 Balaguer ENVI 21 18-29

CAT14 St Ferran Castle: one of the

biggest ones

Centre Excursionista Empordanès

15/08/13 29/08/13 Castell de Sant

Ferran (Figueres)

ARCH/ RENO

21 18-29

CAT15 Vilajuïga, where the wine

comes from

Centre Excursionista Empordanès

01/09/13 15/09/13 Vilajuïga ENVI / AGRI

21 18-29

Starting placement on the 19th March and will not accept

applications before that day!



Girona

Barcelona

Tarragona

Lleida

CAT 10

CAT 09

CAT 08

CAT 14

CAT 07

CAT 06

CAT 05

CAT 04 CAT 03

CAT 02

CAT 01

CAT 15

CAT 12 CAT 11

CAT 13



CAT01 TURÓ DE MONTGRÒS – ARCHEOLOGY

IN CATALONIA

29/06/2013 to 13/07/2013 Montgròs - El Brull (Osona) ARCH 21 vols 18-29

The workcamp takes place in the Turó de Montgròs, an iberian fortress located in

the Montseny Natural Park. The objectives of the workcamp are to excavate and

help maintain the archeological site and at the same time learn and appreciate

the richness of the natural environment.

Partner organization: Fundació Catalana de l'Esplai

Work: Excavation and extraction of land to expose various sectors of the

fortress; Draw different stratigraphic sections and preparing files on the objects retrieved; Cleaning, sifting and classifying the objects found; Maintenance tasks

on the forest surrounding the archeological site.

Accommodation: in tents on a camping site provided by the council next

to the archeological site.

Free time activities: Volunteers will have a wide range of afternoon

activities, evening and night games, that aim to improve group relationships and

venture into the area of human values.

There will be an opportunity to visit the region and appreciate the most of its

rich nature making visits to the Montseny Nature Park, and also producing

articles and files on the visits that the volunteers will make.

Location: Montgròs – El Brull (Osona)

Nearest airport: Barcelona

Special requirements: None



Remarks!

CAT01 TURÓ DE MONTGRÒS – ARCHEOLOGY IN

CATALUNYA

Hard Work? No

Motivation letter No

New in this camp New camp

Don’t forget! Accommodation in tents in a natural park!

Accessing Accessing! For socioeconomic background and mental

disabilities



CAT02 The River in the City

30/06/2013 to 14/07/2013

Sabadell ENVI 21 vols 18-29

The workcamp takes place in Sabadell with the objective to conserve and

improve the natural spaces of the Ripoll river and its surroundings. It is also an

objective to make an impact in the population of Sabadell towards environmental

protection, recuperation and knowledge.


Work: Recuperate and maintain the river’s natural habitat so that its natural

fauna can reclaim it; Maintain the areas free of invasive plants and follow up on

the work developed in previous years; Maintenance and repair work on the

hostal and the sports area of Basses de Sant Oleguer; Participate in activities of

local associations and traditions such as the “castellers”.

Accommodation: In Molí de Sant Oleguer, that is part of the network of

Catalonian Hostels run by the ACCC (FCE). The dormitories are of 4-6 beds with

plenty of common bathrooms and showers and the meals are catered for. There

is also a swimming pool that volunteers can use.

Free time activities: There will be a wide range of afternoon, evening

and night activities that aim to improve companionship among the group. They

will also get to know and participate in the activities organized by local people.

These leisure activities are based on an education for values and have the

objective to create the necessary conditions to encourage reflection and

coexistence that allow new forms of social relationships: co-education,

interculturality, peace or sustainability. These activities are adapted to the

expectations and interests of the group. There will be a day visit to Barcelona

and a two day excursion with trekking to Montserrat.

Location: Alberg del Molí de Sant Oleguer (Sabadell)




Remarks!

CAT02 The River in the City

A comment from a last year’s volunteer:

>> I really loved the atmosphere of the group. I

became friends with everybody (especially my

roommates) and it was so worthy to learn and

exchange different cultural features <<

Hard Work? No


Don’t forget! Day visit to Barcelona and

excursion to Montserrat

Accessing Accessing! For socioeconomic

background and mental disabilities



CAT03 The Iberian citadel of Calafell

02/07/13 to 16/07/13 Calafell ARCH 21 vols 18-29

Ciutadella Ibèrica de Calafell (Calafell Citadel) is an archaeological site which

shows how the life of a community of the Iron Age was. During the year 2007-

2008, the site has been closed to the public in order to reformulate a new

museum project based on experimental archeology. This new project aims to

place the archaeological site as a point of reference in the European framework

of this kind of outdoor museum and at the same time aims to make the

Ciutadella a pioneer in the experimental investigation of the Iberian world.

The volunteers of the workcamp will learn about Iberian history, architecture and

antic ways of building with earth.

Partner organization: Fundació Pere Tarrés

Work: Volunteers will do different tasks in order to participate in the

reconstruction of the archaeological site such as restoring the roof, the ledges

and more generally the indoor and outdoor rehabilitation of the site.

The organization will provide technical and historical content about ancient

construction with earth. Volunteers will put into practice these ancient

methodologies during the workcamp.

Accommodation: In the gym of a high school of Calafell. Sleeping will be

on the floor with mattresses provided.

Free time activities: Games, trips to the beach, excursions to Tarragona

(visiting the roman part) and Barcelona (the Gothic part), workshops (relaxation,

handicrafts, etc.), intercultural evenings, activities with the youngsters of the

town (sports, castellers, etc.). With special focus and activities related on

Catalan World Heritage, as castellers (human towers) and excursion to the

roman part of Tarragona.

Location: Calafell.

Nearest airport: El Prat, Barcelona.




Remarks!

CAT03 The Iberian citadel of Calafell


>> I wanted to try new kind of volunteering work and was excited about what will happen. In the end I had

a great time here in Calafell! <<

Hard Work? No, only if the temperature is very

high Motivation letter No

New in this camp The archeological works can also

include other sites than the citadel. Don’t forget! Bring old clothes and sleeping bag.

Shared accommodation for the whole group (just one space for all)

Accessing No



CAT04 Archeology in Garraf

07/07/13 to 21/07/13 Begues ARCH 21 vols 18-29

This is an archeological project which will take place in the Cave Can Sadurní in

the town of Begues. Volunteers will work in the excavations of various sectors of

the cave of Can Sadurní. They will have the opportunity to discover other

excavations and the beautiful region of Garraf.

Partner organization: Fundació Catalana de l'Esplai.

Work: The general objectives of the workcamp include learning the main

techniques of archaeological excavation, awareness about the importance of

excavations, to analyze, interpret and define hypothesis concerning the

prehistory and history.

During the workcamp, the volunteers will:

- Do excavation and extraction activities, explore various sectors of the Can

Sadurní cave.

- Participate in drawing stratigraphic sections and writing data of the pieces

found, recover some heritage elements of dry stone of the surroundings of

Mas Can Sadurní.

- Carry out the washing, classification and inventory related to the

archaeological material (pottery, metal, animals) found during the excavation.

Accommodation: In a sports centre of the school village, mattresses are

provided. The meals are catered for and there’s the municipal swimming pool

available.



venture into the area of human values.


rich culture: overnight excursion to Garraf Natural Park, Trip to Barcelona (one-

day visit), Theatre play open to the entire population of Begues (the last evening

a play will be done to represent the historical aspects of the cave from the

findings), farewell party with technical team and mayors.

Location: Begues (Garraf).

Nearest airport: El Prat, Barcelona.



Remarks!

CAT04 Archeology in Garraf

Hard Work? No, only if the temperature is very high.


Don’t forget! Old clothes for the working hours


disabilities



CAT05 International Traditional Music Festival of Cantonigròs

11/07/2013 to 25/07/2013 Vic FEST 21 vols 18-29

The purpose of this workcamp is that the participants become involved in the

technical organization of the festival and discover the Catalan popular culture

from the shared experiences between the volunteers, the organizers of the

festival and the participants. The Festival is organized by the "Associació Festival

Internacional de Música de Cantonigròs", which organizes this festival since 1983

with the support of public institutions. In this festival the participants are bands,

choral groups and folk dances and it is now part of "European Festivals

Association."

Partner organization: Fundació Escolta Josep Carol.

Work: Volunteers will work before, during and after the festival. The technical

tasks are: Assembly and dismantling the structures, facilities and area of the

festival; Organization support for the festival’s services (shop, kitchen, etc.);

Support in logistics; Controlling the access to the events during the festival.

Accommodation: Camping space provided by the Council of Vic (Old

Monastery). Before and after the Festival meals are prepared by the volunteers

and during the festival there is catering provided.

Free time activities: At the beginning of the workcamp, the festival will

have not started yet. The participants will have time to know each other, and the

organizers will explain to the participants their tasks during the festival. There

will be activities to get to know the surroundings and the area with the

participation of the locals that provide a nice mood. There will be also leisure

time activities, where volunteers will learn different games & workshops in order

to promote group cohesion and motivation.

Location: Vic

Nearest airport: Barcelona or Girona

Special requirements: Motivation Letter.



Remarks!

CAT05 International Traditional Music Festival of

Cantonigròs


>> I fulfilled all my expectations which were to meet people

from all over the world and getting to meet other cultures

through the International music festival of Cantonigròs. <<

Hard Work? Not specially (depending on the Day and just some tasks of putting up

and taking down structures) Motivation letter Yes

New in this camp Excursions and visits to nearby villages (Cantonigròs, Tavertet, Rupit)

Don’t forget! The working hours are not marked, but

depending on the arrival of the festival participants and logistics.

Accessing Accessing! For socioeconomic background. Not adapted to people with

physical and or intellectual disabilities.



CAT06 Recovery of the archaeological heritage

14/07/2013 to 28/07/2013 Peramola ARCH 13 vols 18-29

In the town of Peramola there are about 15 prehistoric sites and it's important to

reclaim the prehistoric archaeological heritage. The workcamp is part of a long-

term project, with the support of the City of Peramola, teachers of the UPC and

the UAB and the Regional Council of Alt Urgell.

Apart from the technical tasks young people will discover and enjoy community

life through workshops and activities in the afternoon and evening.

The village of Peramola has a population of 300, and an international project

involving young people can be very positive both for participants to experience

living in rural areas and for local people to interact with youth from around the

world.

Partner organization: Coordinació Rural de Catalunya

Work: - Surveying and mapping the sites using a GPS, map, and other

instruments.

- Work on the database and interpretation of the objects found in the sites.

Accomodation: Fonda's farmhouse of Peramola, rooms with beds, 3-4

people. You will need a sleeping bag.

Free time activities: Workshops with “Gegants i Bastoners” (cultural

tradition of Catalonia), Itinerary to Pedró dels Quatre Batlles, Visit to Barcelona,

Visit to the Dinosaur Museum of Coll de n'Argó, Gymkhana in the town,

Exchange with local associations, Participation in the Rural Conference, ....

Location: Peramola, Alt Urgell

Nearest airport: Barcelona or Girona



Remarks!

CAT06 Recovery of the archaeological heritage


>> I wanted to improve my English, to do a voluntary activity,

to help people and to fit in the group and I think I did all of

this. <<

Hard Work? No


Don’t forget! It is a village of 300 inhabitants,

and it has a shop. There will be one day when participants will

visit Barcelona. Accessing Accessing! For socioeconomic

background and mental

disabilities



CAT07 Rural development, After the fire

14/07/2013 to 28/07/2013 Pinós del Solsonès ENVI 13 vols 18-29

After the devastating fire in Central Catalonia and Solsonès in 1998, a great

damage was caused. This social and environmental project was born in order to

restore the area affected by the fire and spread awareness on self-care of the

local environment. The camp takes places in Pinós, and now it involves physical

tasks as well as the partnership with the Summer activities of the children of

Ardèvol, participation in the popular dinner and discovering activities so that

participants understand well the reality of rural life.

Partner organization: Coordinació Rural de Catalunya

Work: Participants will work on the ancient sanctuary and geographical centre

“Rosa dels Vents” on maintenance, reconstruction and cleaning tasks. They will

also organize activities with the children of Ardèvol, and participate in excursions

to explore the natural surroundings and truly understand the rural way of life.

Accommodation: Pinós social centre (participants will sleep all in the

same place). In mattresses, sleeping bag needed. All services provided.

Free time activities:

- Excursion to Pedró dels Quatre Batlles

- Multicultural Popular Dinner

- Visit to Barcelona

- Visit to a farmer’s house

- Visit to Solsona & Market

- Football match with local youth

- Archeology workshop

- Visit Ardèvol

Location: Pinos, Solsonès




Remarks!

CAT07 Rural development, After the fire


>> I wanted to meet a lot of people and improve my Spanish

and English level and my goals are fulfilled. Furthermore I

learned a lot about the region and about their living

conditions. <<

Hard Work? No


Don’t forget! Rural area so you must love countryside! It is a bit isolated,

shared accommodation for the whole group!

Accessing Accessing! For socioeconomic Background and mental

disabilities



CAT08 Montsoriu castle

15/07/2013 to 29/07/2013 Montsoriu Castle - Arbúcies ARCH 21 vols 18-29

This 21th workcamp takes place in one of the most important and biggest gothic

castle in Catalunya.

In the morning participants will do the technical work, based on archaeological

excavation in an area of the castle Montsoriu and subsequent cleaning and

sorting, guided by archaeologists. In the afternoons and evenings camp leaders

offer various leisure activities. On weekends, the camp is moved to Arbúcies and

one Saturday there's an excursion to the coast.

Partner organization: Consell de Jovent d'Arbúcies

Work: It is an archaeological excavation moving rocks; rubble and soil lower

the ground level to the original floor of the castle. Participants can find

archaeological ceramics, metal, glass, etc of architectural style ... It is heavy

work but a very rewarding and encouraging teamwork always guided by

professional archaeologists.

Accomodation: In a room with bunk beds in the castle during the week,

with portable wc and showers. There is also a kitchen and a dining room tent

outside of the castle. On weekends, accommodation is located in a space

provided by the municipality. It is a dance hall municipal sports center but does

not have beds, so we ask participants to bring sleeping bags and mattresses.

Free time activities: Camp leaders offer leisure activities in the

afternoons and evenings and are always open to volunteer’s participation in

proposing and changing activities. The organization expects other organizations

or partners will go up to the castle to propose activities to exchange knowledge

and experience. Activities can be relaxing, role-playing, guidance, workshops,

history, cultural exchange, gastronomy, astronomy ... Two trips are planned:

One to the village of Breda and another to Tossa.

Location: Montsoriu Castle - Arbúcies



Nearest airport: Girona or Barcelona

Remarks!

CAT08 Montsoriu castle


>> Before the workcamp I only expected to like it and I

wanted to learn something. I can say that I am very happy with this experience and I want to come back again. <<

Hard Work? Yes, but can be adapted to each person’s abilities

Motivation letter

No

New in this camp

Every year an area of excavation is established by the technical team from the

Museu d'Arbúcies Don’t forget! It is hard work but is varied and very

rewarding. Suitable footwear must be worn (Mountain boots) to do the technical work.

The living conditions of the camp are simple, there is no hot water and then the showers

are cold water only!. The castle is situated on

an isolated hill 12 km from the village of Arbúcies. On weekends participants will go to

Arbúcies. Accessing Due to the topography of the hill where the

castle stands, the workcamp is not suitable for people with physical difficulties.



CAT09 AULÀS, INVENTING A NEW VILLAGE

17/07/2013 to 31/07/2013 Aulàs - Tremp (Pallars Jussà)

RENO / ENVI 21 vols 18-29 The workcamp takes place in Aulàs, an ancient village in the Pre-Pyrenees of

Catalonia that had been abandoned and has recently been populated. There has

been an effort of the population to restore and preserve its natural and historic

heritage.


Work: Working together with the inhabitants of the village to reconstruct the

ancient stone structures of the village. Clearing and maintaining the Noguera Pallaresa river and its surroundings. Promoting the village to the neighboring

populations and local tourism.

Accomodation: in tents on a camping site provided by the council next to

the village.



venture into the area of human values. One of the key objectives is the

intercultural exchange between the volunteers and the population of Aulàs.


rich nature making a two-day excursion to the Montsec and a visit to the town of

Tremp.

Location: Aulàs – Tremp (Pallars Jussà)

Nearest airport: Lleida or Barcelona




Remarks!

CAT09 AULÀS, INVENTING A NEW VILLAGE

Hard Work? A little but adapted to volunteer’s abilities



Don’t forget! An isolated village ideal for mountain and nature lovers!


disabilities



CAT10 Algerri’13

17/07/13 to 31/07/13 Algerri ENVI / RENO 21 vols 18-29

This project aims to improve the environment of the town of Algerri, and will

involve the local population. Volunteers will have the opportunity to discover the

region and the Catalan culture.

Partner organization: Ascalfó

Work: The work consists in cleaning out waste and plant debris from public

areas of Algerri. The work focuses on two areas of Algerri: the surroundings of

the chapel and the stream that crosses the village. The work will be done with

the population of the village.

-The first area is within the village, a park area next to the chapel that is

currently in a bad state and damaged. This area will be cleaned and arranged in

a way the population will enjoy it after the workcamp.

-The second part is the work around the stream that crosses the village and

serves as drainage when there are heavy rains. People took to the habit to throw

garbage into it. The cleaning of the stream will encourage the inhabitants to

change this habit.

There will be also activities related to the topic of the workcamp: workshops on

recycled paper and ecological events.

Accommodation: In a space of the local council. Volunteers will sleep on

the floor with mats. There will be access to the swimming pool, where the

showers are located.

Free time activities: Volunteers will visit beautiful places of the region.

There will be integration moments as a welcoming dinner party, visit with local

guides, popular games, communication games, evenings and night games,

chats, games with children, and a lot more.

Location: Algerri, Noguera.

Nearest airport: Barcelona airport.



Remarks!

CAT10 Algerri’13

Hard Work? No


Don’t forget!

Footwear suitable for walking mountain, sleeping bag, work

gloves (garden type). Accessing Accessing! For socioeconomic

background



CAT11 Sils, Drop by Drop

21/07/13 to 04/08/13 Sils ENVI 21 vols 18-29

This project aims to recuperate the wetlands of Sils that have been reduced in

size during decades because of the use of land for agriculture and pasture. Now

there has been a recovery of this area for its richness in flora and fauna,

educating the population on its environmental importance and the economic

impact of protecting their natural resources.

Partner organization: Fundació Escolta Josep Carol

Work: Cleaning them from invasive species, maintaining it in good conditions

such as putting barriers for animals and cleaning the pathways. There will also

be investigation and identification of the local fauna and flora.

Accommodation: In a space of the local council. Volunteers will sleep in

the floor with mats.

Free time activities: Volunteers will visit Sils and other local villages.

There will be activities related to environmental studies and exploring and nature

orientation. There will also be different intercultural activities, getting to know

each other games, workshops, etc.

Location: Sils – La Selva


Special requirements: Motivation Letter



Remarks!

CAT11 Sils, Drop by Drop

Hard Work? A bit but flexible to participant’s abilities

Motivation letter YES!


Don’t forget! Great camp for learning more about nature!

Accessing Accessing! For socioeconomic

background. Not adapted to people with physical and or

intellectual disabilities.



CAT12 St Iscle Castle, looking for a past

28/07/2013 to 11/08/2013 Vidreres ARCH 21 vols 18-29

The St. Iscle Castle is situated in Vidreres, a town of the XII century. The castle

is an historical patrimony of big importance in Catalonia that for many years was

degraded and abandoned. There's the will to recover the castle in order to re-

establish its value as it has played a great historical role in the past. The project

aims to establish intercultural relations among international volunteers and locals

from Vidreres by doing several cultural and popular events.

Partner organization: Grup d'Esplai Vidrerenc

Work: The technical work of the project "The castle and the chapel of St.

Iscle" is divided into full archaeological excavation, its restoration and

rehabilitation and its subsequent management and public dissemination;

recovery from the daily work of the various rooms and items that make up the

fortress castle of St. Iscle, to later make possible its restoration. Participants will

be provided with the necessary tools and our archaeologists will explain the basic

techniques about restoration of the ruins.

Accommodation: At the Salvador Espriu School. The accommodation is

held in a big tent with bunk beds. The living facilities will be in the same school.

Toilets and showers will be the ones of the school and of the swimming pool and

soccer field (they are 50 meters from the school). Meals will be held at the

school canteen and prepared by a professional cook.

Free time activities: Cultural excursions (Girona, Barcelona, Lloret de

Mar and Costa Brava ...), sports and arts, etc...

Location: Vidreres


Special requirements: Since all skills will be learned there, no previous

experience is required.



Remarks!

CAT12 St Iscle Castle, looking for a past


>> I wished to learn more about ordinary archeological

excavations and I am absolutely satisfied.<<

Hard Work? The work is suitable for everyone

in normal physical condition. Motivation letter No

Don’t forget! The accommodation is 10 minutes walking from village

centre, basic living conditions. Accessing Accessing! For socioeconomic

background and mental

disabilities



CAT13 Balaguer’13

01/08/13 to 15/08/13 Balaguer ENVI 21 vols 18-29

This project aims to improve the environment of the town of Balaguer, and will

involve the local population. Volunteers will have the opportunity to discover the

region and the Catalan culture.

Partner organization: Ascalfó

Work: The work will be cleaning the area around river Segre where it passes

through the town- The tasks will be to remove garbage and restore the

vegetation, as well as taking out weeds and trimming the trees.

Accommodation: In a space of the local school. Volunteers will sleep in

the floor with mattresses. There will be access to the town’s swimming pool.

Free time activities: Volunteers will visit Balaguer and its market and the

city of Lleida. There will also be a three-day excursion through Mont-Roig. There

will be integration moments as a welcoming dinner party, visit with local guides,

popular games, communication games, evenings and night games, chats, games

with children, and a lot more.

Location: Balaguer– La Noguera





Remarks!

CAT13 Balaguer’13

Hard Work? No



Don’t forget! Footwear suitable for walking mountain, sleeping bag, work gloves

(garden type). Accessing Accessing! For socioeconomic

background and mental disabilities



CAT14 St Ferran Castle: one of the biggest ones

15/08/2013 to 29/08/2013 Castell de Sant Ferran (Figueres)

ARCH / RENO 21 vols 18-29 The workcamp aims to restore the historic and natural heritage of the St. Ferran

Castle and its surroundings, and develop the knowledge and relevance of such

heritage.

Partner organization: Centre Excursionista Empordanès

Work: Collecting ruins of the walls.

Clearing and cleaning of various moats.

Repainting the halls of accommodation.

Cleaning of stairs and paths.

Cleaning and adjusting the tunnels of mines.

The work will be in the mornings.

Accommodation: In one of the rooms of the castle, in bunk beds. Very

simple living conditions.

Free time activities: There are a number of activities to understand and

get to know the local area and its environment and heritage: cultural visits,

workshops, etc. There will be a weekend excursion to Cap de Creus and

Cadaques, and a day visit to Figueres and the Dalí museum.

Location: Castell de Sant Ferran - Figueres

Nearest airport: Girona

Special requirements: Be able to ride a bike.

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Remarks!

CAT14 St Ferran Castle: one of the biggest ones

>> I wanted to meet many different people, learn something

new during the work, take some rest from the life at home and

get to know something more about the country and the

spanish people. All of them were fulfilled in 100%.<<

Hard Work? Yes but flexible to each

participant's abilities. Motivation letter No

Don’t forget! It is on the outskirts of Figueres.

Accommodation to be shared with all participants (one single

space) and cold showers. Accessing Yes. Up to 2 participants.

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CAT15 Vilajuïga, where the wine comes from

01/09/2013 to 15/09/2013 Vilajuïga ENVI / AGRI 21 vols 18-29

Catalonia has a long historical tradition regarding the wine. The workcamp aims

to show the process of wine from the plant to the table.

It will also show the modus vivendi of the area through agriculture and

stockbreeding, paths and dry stone houses.

Partner organization: Centre Excursionista Empordanès

Work:

Recovery of vineyards, olive trees and pastures.

Cleaning paths.

Restoration of dry stone cabins.

Maintenance of gardens of the town.

The work will be in the mornings.

Accommodation: In a cultural and sports center with tents, and portable

wc & showers. The municipal swimming pool will be available and close by for

the volunteers to enjoy.

Free time activities: There are a number of activities to understand and

get to know the local area and its environment and heritage: cultural visits,

workshops, etc. There will be a weekend excursion to Cap de Creus and

Cadaques, and a day visit to Figueres and the Dalí museum.

Location: Vilajuïga

Nearest airport: Girona

Special requirements: Be able to ride a bike.

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Remarks!

CAT15 Vilajuïga, where the wine comes from


>> My expectations were completely fulfilled, I met great

people, I worked in an interesting project and had new

experiences.<<

Hard Work? A little bit, but the tasks will be

changing Motivation letter No

Don’t forget! It is an isolated rural area,

technical work early in the morning. Sleeping on the floor

and cold showers! Accessing Yes. Up to 2 participants.

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