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A nonprofit organization dedicated to ecological restoration and the social valorization of the Espinal forest in Córdoba. Its heart is the Monte Alegre Nature Reserve. There, conservation actions are carried out, where we welcome volunteers to perform maintenance tasks in the Reserve, living a different experience, where you can learn about environmental tasks, staying overnight there and experiencing the typical field days.
16 hours of help per week
Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.
Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
1 day off per week
Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely
Intermediate English or Intermediate Spanish
Between 18 and 60 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
We believe that the restoration of the Espinal forest is only possible if many hands come together to work.
Our volunteer programs invite people of all ages to actively participate in the regeneration of the montane forest, taking part in open days, educational projects, participatory science activities, and ecological maintenance tasks.
What do we expect from our Worldpacker?
We are looking for people who are excited about working in nature, with initiative to join daily tasks and a good willingness to learn about ecological restoration.
That they be a team player, since living together and working on the hills require flexibility, empathy and a willingness to collaborate in a community environment.
That they respect nature's rhythms, the space's rules, and the tools of the trade. No prior technical experience is required, but a strong interest in learning and responsibility when carrying out tasks.
What can you expect from us?
We provide a practical learning space, where we will teach about the Espinal flora and fauna, forest regeneration techniques, management of invasive exotic species, and the forest's interaction with other productive activities.
We offer a warm environment and cultural exchange where your ideas and contributions are welcome. We will be with you at every activity to guide you, share knowledge, and ensure that your experience is enriching, safe, and with a real impact on the territory.
Work shift: On this occasion we offer a 3-day-per-week work shift, with flexibility to extend the days of stay if requested and upon reaching a relevant agreement.
Accommodation: Shared room with access to bathrooms, hot water, and common rest areas.
Meals: We provide all ingredients for cooking in a team. Breakfast and lunch are included, and a fully equipped kitchen is available.
What to bring: Closed and comfortable footwear for walking in the hills, work clothes that can get dirty, hat/cap, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a reusable water bottle.
*The reserve facilities coexist with an agricultural stay, so when entering Estancia Las Mercedes, please respect the areas designated for agricultural use and those of the Reserve, which are signposted. Travel only along the trail and paths designated for this purpose. Visiting the reserve without prior notice and a visitation agreement is not allowed.
*Within the Reserve, travel along the signposted paths. We recommend carrying insect repellent and protection against sun rays. Wear jeans or sturdy clothing, a hat or cap, and footwear suitable to avoid thorns. To make the most of your visit, you may bring binoculars, a camera, and field guides.
*Walk carefully, watching where you step and being careful with tree branches. Respect all procedures, instructions, signs, and warnings provided by the staff in charge.
*It is not allowed to light fires in any space of the Estancia or the Reserve to prevent fires.
*Dispose of waste in the designated sites.
*It is not allowed to collect, hunt and/or disturb animals, damage vegetation or collect seeds or plant debris, as well as any mineral-origin objects. Moderate noise within the Reserve, nature has its own sounds, respect it. Do not enter the reserve with pets.
*In case of emergency stay calm and follow the instructions of the staff in charge.
*Be kind to the staff and other visitors. Please send your concerns/suggestions to the people in charge of the Reserve.
