New project in the north of Portugal, need help planting trees, growing crops and implementing permaculture project.
The farm has 1 hectare and is located about 1 hour North of Porto, surrounded by beautiful scenery and a short distance from the world famous Camino de Santiago route.
Looking for help with planting and caring for trees, planting crops using organic methods, improving habitat for native species, preventing spread of fire by creating clear passages, and generally making the space a paradise. We can also provide teaching about permaculture, organic gardening and self-sufficiency. *PLEASE NOTE: it is a busy project and you should be able to work by yourself at times, use your own initiative and be proactive - preference is for people with previous reviews or at least some volunteering experience.*
Type of work (depending on season):
1. Planting/caring for trees.
2. Clearing areas of land for planting of crops.
3. Helping create perimeter.
4. Weeding.
5. Sowing seeds for new plants.
6. Creating pathways and borders.
7. Composting and preparing soil.
8. Clearing areas and creating pathways.
9. Watering trees/plants in summer.
10. Interior refurbishment and restoration in winter.
11. Caring for animals.
12. Working with stones (building and restoring walls).
13. Help with general construction tasks.
14. Cooking and cleaning.
15. Local community restoration (rubbish collection, improving biodiversity, identifying rare species).
The area, which is close to the town of Ancora by the sea, is perfect for walking, hiking, cycling, swimming, bird watching and discovering some nearby attractions. These include lots of natural streams with drinkable water and the river Ancora, which has many waterfalls.
The work schedule is at 6 hours a day for 4-5 days a week but the best approach is one of flexibility where there is willingness to help and learn. We can cover all food. Accommodation is in different options, depending on the time of year and availability. The first is in the house, for up to two people, or you can bring your own tent or van for camping. The placement is suitable for up to three people (a couple and single person, or two single people).
The hosts are Justin and Soraya, alongside David (10) and Priscilla (18), two dogs (Choco and Trovoa), cat (Urze) and chickens (plus more to come!). Justin dedicates himself to implementing regenerative practices. He designed and implemented permaculture projects that integrate sustainable food production, ecological restoration, and community resilience, always driven by a deep passion for animal welfare, bioconstruction, and forestry. His work reflects a commitment not only to the health of the Earth, but also to the well-being of all who depend on it. Alongside these practical actions, Justin explores ways to transform our relationship with each other – and with nature – through meditation, ceremonies, and the respectful use of medicinal plants. He sees these practices as essential tools for cultivating inner awareness, strengthening community bonds, and guiding humanity towards a more harmonious and balanced way of life.
Soraya is dedicated to creating solutions that strengthen community networks for the regeneration and protection of human and natural systems. A descendant of farmers, she has felt a deep connection to the Earth since childhood. Her initial training in permaculture reconnected her to her roots and showed her how to actively contribute to regeneration. She began by applying these practices in her family's food forest project, where she experimented, learned, and led workshops. Through ongoing training in regenerative agroforestry, the urgency to act and share tools and knowledge for the collective regeneration of human and ecological systems became even more evident. Soraya combines therapeutic and ecological wisdom to support the integral regeneration of life, from the Earth to humankind.
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Learning opportunities
Vegetable farming
Fruit or nut farming
Forestry
Aromatic or medicinal plants, teas
Seed saving or production
Vegetable or fruit preservation
Green Building
Food justice / sovereignty
Mechanics / tools / technology
Methods or systems
Holistic management
Permaculture
Regenerative agriculture
Host type
Self-sufficiency property
Former WWOOFer
1
Hectares
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2.5
Acres
