Since 2001 we started to build Base Camp site of MCE at the Kids camp workcamp site. During the last years we built houses, planted trees and built a toilet for the local kids and for the International volunteers. This year we are planning to continue our work to develop Kids camp workcamp site. Volunteers will work in the construction of the camp. Most probably painting houses and do some other small construction work.
Work:
We will work on construction/painting of summer camp site of local kids. Also some other repair work inside of volunteers house. Anyway please be ready for any type of construction and even some agricultural work.
Study theme:
Information and know how on how to improve camp conditions.
Leisure time:
Cultural exchange programme, excursions, etc.
Accommodation:
Summer house or ger (Mongolian traditional tent).
Location:
Ulaanbaatar. One third of population in the country (3 million) live in this capital city. The temperature will be about 15-25 C, but be careful as weather can change a lot. Camp site is located 40 km far from Ulaanbaatar. Beautiful hilly area with real nomadic life.
Terminal:
Ulaanbaatar, Chinggis Khaan International airport or International train station of Ulaanbaatar.
Qualifications:
To like construction work and simple nomadic life.
Participation fee:
250 USD (or equivalent amount of MNT or Euro by current rate of Mongolian bank) to be paid on your arrival directly.
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