The goal of the group “fRilingue” is to offer teenagers (age: 10 -18 years) language camps. The aim of “fRilingue” is the combination of language courses (French and English) in the morning with free time activities such as sport, music, dance, theatre and cinema in the afternoons. The youngsters will learn outside or in tents if the weather is bad. During the Workcamp you have also the time for trips or workshops in the afternoon and discovering the region on the weekends.
WORK:
The main work of the volunteers will be the preparation of the daily meals (breakfasts, lunches, dinners). Together with a cook they organise the menu schedule, do the shopping and wash the dishes afterwards. Volunteers will also do housekeeping and cleaning rooms, showers and toilets. It would be helpful if volunteers know how to prepare a meal for a bigger group.
ACCOMMODATION:
The Volunteers will sleep in dormitories. It is very simple, but there is a kitchen, toilets and showers.
LOCATION:
The village Cudrefin is a getaway and holiday resort on the boarder of the lake of Neuchâtel. There is an infrastructure for tourists with holiday houses, camping ground, a swimming beach and two big sailing harbours.
REMARKS/ SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Volunteers should have interest in leading a group of young people. We are looking for mature persons. The group fRilingue is looking for people who like sport and creative activities and who like to support youngsters in their own talents. Volunteers should be able to prepare a meal. The international Workcamps consist of small groups of four Volunteers, additionally they will work together with Swiss Volunteers from fRilingue. If you are interested to be a part of this workcamp please send a short motivation letter.
LEISURE ACITIVITIES/ BENEFITS FOR VOLUNTEERS:
Volunteers will get to know the magic region of Cudrefin. Twice a week, they will accompany the adolescents on an afternoon journey to the close by region. On the weekends longer excursions are planned. The evenings will involve social events where the volunteers can participate and enjoy.
On a daily basis, every volunteer will have a special task to fulfil. As all buildings are being wood-heated, firewood has to be in place at all times. According to the abilities, volunteers are contributing to the communal household with general maintenance tasks, offer child care, work on the construction site or help out in the garden.
Accomodation & food:
The volunteers have their own space in the main building. Toilets and showers are nearby, the communal room is equipped with a kitchen, where volunteers cook for themselves at night. Even though volunteers live on the countryside, the site is accessible with public transports.
Location & leisure:
Essertfallon, a tiny village is located in the northern highlands of Switzerland. The river Doubs, the frontier with France, is really close by. The closest village is the medieval fortress St-Ursanne, wherefrom Basel can be reached by train within one hour. In their leisure time volunteers can go for a walk in the nearby woods. The families are used to share their free time with volunteers and invite them to join in, when they undertake occasional trips. As there s public transport, volunteers could visit Porrentruy etc. by themselves.
Requirements:
Volunteers are living in a remote area. As the hilly surroundings are an eye-catcher, nature lovers wanting to live away from bigger cities for some time will surely be happy. It s an Access 4 All project which is open for people with and without handicaps.
The main work of the volunteers will be the preparation of the daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner). Together with a cook they organise the menu schedule, do the shopping and wash the dishes afterwards. Volunteers will also do housekeeping and cleaning rooms, showers and toilets. It would be helpful if volunteers know how to prepare a meal for a bigger group.
Accomodation & food:
The volunteers will sleep in tents or in dormitories. It is simple, but there is a kitchen, toilets and showers.
Location & leisure:
Schwarzsee is blessed with nature s bounty and lies 3 435 feet about sea level. The village is framed by impressive mountains and an idyllic mountain lake. The River Sense Country is on the so-called Rostigraben. The rolling countryside appeals due to its magnificent landscapes and varied cultural assets - it is definitely worthwhile to stay a bit longer Discovering the charming region of Schwarzsee with its fascinating wildlife and nature - ideal for nature lovers, families and sports lovers Twice a week, volunteers will accompany the adolescents on an afternoon journey to the close by region. On the weekends longer excursions are planned. The evenings will involve social events where the volunteers can participate and enjoy.
Requirements:
Volunteers should have interest in leading a group of young people. We are looking for mature personalities. The group fRilingue is looking for people who like sport and creative activities and who like to support youngsters in their own talents. Volunteers should be able to prepare a meal. The international Workcamps consist of small groups of four Volunteers, additionally they will work together with Swiss Volunteers from fRilingue. If you are interested to be a part of this workcamp please send a short motivation letter. Age: 20
The main work of the volunteers will be the preparation of the daily meals (breakfasts, lunches, dinners). Together with a cook they organise the menu schedule, do the shopping and wash the dishes afterwards. Volunteers will also do housekeeping and cleaning rooms, showers and toilets. It would be helpful if volunteers know how to prepare a meal for a bigger group.
Accomodation & food:
The Volunteers will sleep in dormitories or in a tent. It is very simple, but there is a kitchen, toilets and showers.
Location & leisure:
The old historic town of Estavayer-le-Lac on the south east riverside of the lake is close to one of the most beautiful Nature Reserve in Europe. Estavayer with its two marinas is a paradise for water sport. There are two nice, sandy beaches and there are possibilities to sail, to do windsurfing or wakeboarding. The rural surrounding of Estavayer can be discovered on various hiking trails and bike routes. The soft hills in the back-country are very idyllic. Volunteers will get the chance to discover the magic region of Estavayer-le-Lac. They canalso join the weekend trips and will for sure have the time to lie on the beach and relax their minds sometimes. The evenings will involve social events where the volunteers can partici-pate and enjoy.
Requirements:
Volunteers should have interest in leading a group of young people. We are looking for mature persons. The group fRilingue is looking for people who like sport and creative activities and who like to support youngsters in their own talents. Volunteers should be able to prepare a meal. The international Workcamps consist of small groups of three international Volunteers, additionally they will work together with Swiss Volunteers from fRilingue. If you are interested to be a part of this workcamp please send a short motivation letter. Age: 20
The main work of the volunteers will be the preparation of the daily meals (breakfasts, lunches, dinners). Together with a cook they organise the menu schedule, do the shopping and wash the dishes afterwards. Volunteers will also do housekeeping and cleaning rooms, showers and toilets. It would be helpful if volunteers know how to prepare a meal for a bigger group.
Accomodation & food:
In the summer camps Volunteers will sleep in tents or dormitories. During autumn and spring camps, Volunteers will sleep in dormitories. It is very simple, but there is a kitchen, toilets and showers.
Location & leisure:
The village Cudrefin is a getaway and holiday resort on the boarder of the lake of Neuchatel.There is an infrastructure for tourists with holiday houses, camping ground, a swimming beachand two big sailing harbours.Volunteers will get to know the magic region of Cudrefin. Twice a week, they will accompany the adolescents on an afternoon journey to the close by region. On the weekends longer excursions are planned. The evenings will involve social events where the volunteers can participate and enjoy.
Requirements:
Volunteers should have interest in leading a group of young people. We are looking for mature persons. The group fRilingue is looking for people who like sport and creative activities and who like to support youngsters in their own talents. Volunteers should be able to prepare a meal. The international Workcamps consist of small groups of four Volunteers, additionally they will work together with Swiss Volunteers from fRilingue. If you are interested to be a part of this workcamp please send a short motivation letter. Age: 20 for Summer Camp
The main work of the volunteers will be the preparation of the daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner). Together with a cook they organise the menu schedule, do the shopping and wash the dishes afterwards. Volunteers will also do housekeeping and cleaning rooms, showers and toilets. It would be helpful if volunteers know how to prepare a meal for a bigger group.
Accomodation & food:
The volunteers will sleep in tents or in dormitories. It is simple, but there is a kitchen, toilets and showers.
Location & leisure:
Schwarzsee is blessed with nature s bounty and lies 3 435 feet about sea level. The village is framed by impressive mountains and an idyllic mountain lake. The River Sense Country is on the so-called Rostigraben. The rolling countryside appeals due to its magnificent landscapes and varied cultural assets - it is definitely worthwhile to stay a bit longer Discovering the charming region of Schwarzsee with its fascinating wildlife and nature - ideal for nature lovers, families and sports lovers Twice a week, volunteers will accompany the adolescents on an afternoon journey to the close by region. On the weekends longer excursions are planned. The evenings will involve social events where the volunteers can participate and enjoy.
Requirements:
Volunteers should have interest in leading a group of young people. We are looking for mature personalities. The group fRilingue is looking for people who like sport and creative activities and who like to support youngsters in their own talents. Volunteers should be able to prepare a meal. The international Workcamps consist of small groups of four Volunteers, additionally they will work together with Swiss Volunteers from fRilingue. If you are interested to be a part of this workcamp please send a short motivation letter. Age: 20
The main work of the volunteers will be the preparation of the daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner). Together with a cook they organise the menu schedule, do the shopping and wash the dishes afterwards. Volunteers will also do housekeeping and cleaning rooms, showers and toilets. It would be helpful if volunteers know how to prepare a meal for a bigger group.
Accomodation & food:
The volunteers will sleep in tents or in dormitories. It is simple, but there is a kitchen, toilets and showers.
Location & leisure:
Schwarzsee is blessed with nature s bounty and lies 3 435 feet about sea level. The village is framed by impressive mountains and an idyllic mountain lake. The River Sense Country is on the so-called Rostigraben. The rolling countryside appeals due to its magnificent landscapes and varied cultural assets - it is definitely worthwhile to stay a bit longer Discovering the charming region of Schwarzsee with its fascinating wildlife and nature - ideal for nature lovers, families and sports lovers Twice a week, volunteers will accompany the adolescents on an afternoon journey to the close by region. On the weekends longer excursions are planned. The evenings will involve social events where the volunteers can participate and enjoy.
Requirements:
Volunteers should have interest in leading a group of young people. We are looking for mature personalities. The group fRilingue is looking for people who like sport and creative activities and who like to support youngsters in their own talents. Volunteers should be able to prepare a meal. The international Workcamps consist of small groups of four Volunteers, additionally they will work together with Swiss Volunteers from fRilingue. If you are interested to be a part of this workcamp please send a short motivation letter. Age: 20
The main work of the volunteers will be the preparation of the daily meals (breakfasts, lunches, dinners). Together with a cook they organise the menu schedule, do the shopping and wash the dishes afterwards. Volunteers will also do housekeeping and cleaning rooms, showers and toilets. It would be helpful if volunteers know how to prepare a meal for a bigger group.
Accomodation & food:
The Volunteers will sleep in dormitories or in a tent. It is very simple, but there is a kitchen, toilets and showers.
Location & leisure:
The old historic town of Estavayer-le-Lac on the south east riverside of the lake is close to one of the most beautiful Nature Reserve in Europe. Estavayer with its two marinas is a paradise for water sport. There are two nice, sandy beaches and there are possibilities to sail, to do windsurfing or wakeboarding. The rural surrounding of Estavayer can be discovered on various hiking trails and bike routes. The soft hills in the back-country are very idyllic.Volunteers will get the chance to discover the magic region of Estavayer-le-Lac. They canalso join the weekend trips and will for sure have the time to lie on the beach and relax their minds sometimes. The evenings will involve social events where the volunteers can participate and enjoy.
Requirements:
Volunteers should have interest in leading a group of young people. We are looking for maturepersons. The group fRilingue is looking for people who like sport and creative activities and who like to support youngsters in their own talents. Volunteers should be able to prepare a meal. The international Workcamps consist of small groups of three international Volunteers, additionally they will work together with Swiss Volunteers from fRilingue. If you are interested to be a part of this workcamp please send a short motivation letter. Age: 20
« I had not appreciated that so few people come out in the East Asian countries that my telling them was something extraordinary. This was also the most interesting aspect of the workcamp in terms of trying to expand the awareness of other ways of living, and there was never any hostility or problems because of it. »