Permaculture project Pahoa, United States

4.0
(7 reviews)7

Natural Living in Paradise- Media Techy and Hands on Land

Help a sustainable project
This host contributes to building a better and more sustainable future for all!
Connect with nature
4 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Learn about sustainability
3 travelers learned about sustainability working with this host
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Arts
Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
Painting & Decorating
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of Worldpackers’ annual plans.

Amount

US$ 10

Per day

Fee pays for

  • Benefits for travelers
  • Materials for volunteer activities

Description

I purchase food and tours and this supplements those expenses.

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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Private Room
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Team Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Tent
You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.
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.
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Tours
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Yoga classes
Take free yoga classes at our place.
Dance classes
Take free dance classes at our place.
Holistic Therapies
You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
Permaculture Course
Take part in our Permaculture course for free.
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Support
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

Im looking for a techy to photo, make a video and lend tech support for my Hawaii Natural Health Retreat. Duties also include hands on land grooming this permaculture paradise: mowing, weedwacking, mulching etc. Also help in the kitchen will include processing coconuts. You will be photo/videoing our explorations to nature: hot springs, tide pools, beaches, hiking, biking, yoga swing & dance. I have to offer ways of healthy natural lifestyle.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Over 22 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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7 Reviews

4.0

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.0

Permaculture Project

4.0

Learning & Fun

3.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 4 Get in touch with nature
  • 3 Learning about sustainability
  • 3 Practicing English
  • 2 Meeting international travelers
  • 1 Meeting locals
  • 1 Developing environmental awareness

United States

5

Sherry! Words can not amount to the abundance of grace, peace, and balance i found sharing this beautiful experience with you. I feel eternally grateful that the universe placed me in such alignment. I will keep everything short and sweet because that's just how i am. Listening to the birds sing during the day and the Coqui frog sing there little songs at night; the way the breeze brushes through the trees and wipes the land with its hand - it is truly TRULY a sacred land. The abundance is extraordinary. You made me feel very comparable and i loved nurturing the land together. Mahalo

over 1 year ago

United States

5

I really loved my stay here(: I connected with other travelers from several countries, got to meet locals and be emersed in the natural world of big island, and Sherry showed us the natural attractions like hot springs and tidal pools. The work is fun and varies day to day, mostly renovations and maintenance of the property, playing it be ear with the weather(rain). The accommodation for volunteers is definitely rustic, in other words be ok with some spiders etc, and bring ear plugs because you will hear everything in nature! It is a very beautiful property and the energy was wonderful.

over 1 year ago


Sherry replied

Mahalos! It was special to connect with you! I really enjoyed our trip to the waterfall, first Friday street music, ecstatic Bee dance was so fun, the hula was special and also working with you was a great pleasure! Mahalos!

Mexico

5

The place is absolutely beautiful. You'll be immersed in nature in your stay here. The tasks are super fun (for me they were) and there are a lot of projects to do. Sherry is very caring and nice, she's been like family, sometimes after work we went to the ponds or hot springs to rest. The place is about 30 min away by car from the closest town.

over 1 year ago


Sherry replied

Paulina,
You are so special to me! You brought so much to the mix! Really appreciate you stepping up and creating great team spirit and exciting activities! Your workshop on manifesting our lives was a real gift! You did excellent work here! I admire your abilities! The hula was a real highlight! The waterfalls, Waipio, Puako, first Friday street music, Bee dance and hike at the corner! Of course the work upstairs we did it together! Happy Travels! Mahalos! Family

Chile

4

I really enjoyed my time in sherry's house, she is very kind and she always tries to get you feel comfortable. We work hard to finish the house but she was considered and I got a totally week off. I really felt connected with the nature, the island is absolutely beautiful with a lot of good energy. Thank you sherry!

over 1 year ago

United States

3

The property was very beautiful but off the grid. If you don't mind putting in some elbow grease with the tasks you are assigned to then you should be fine, otherwise I would suggest finding another place. I got lucky and was able to get a bed. The food was a very tricky situation. If you like organic mostly vegetarian foods then it shouldn't be a problem but if not you have to get very creative on what you can make. Laundry is done maybe every 2-3 weeks so keep that in mind. If you are someone who does not like living off the grid I would not suggest this place at all.

over 1 year ago


Sherry replied

Aloha, Hannah’s stay was one week so I’m not sure how she assessed my laundry schedule which is in accurate. I do things as needed. I understand travelers need their laundry done frequently as they travel light. Also, off grid means we have our own power and water supplies and not depends t on the grid. I’m proud that I have scaled myself up to state of the art hefty power supply and rain water catchment is far superior to municipal water. We have an over abundance of power and water. Yes! I supply a wholesome healthy vegetarian kitchen with eggs, cheese, coconut meat, fruits, nuts, seeds, nut butters, grains, vegetables and occasional fish. Packers can augment more fish if they want it. Communication is key to getting your needs fulfilled. I aim to keep everyone happy. I prefer to not have red meat in the kitchen. There are 3 beds available. Hannah was here during a peak time but I’m no longer hosting more than three at a time. Again, I aim to keep everyone in their comfort zone. I also have a beautiful camp site which is secluded with new high arched tarp above, a new spacious tent and it’s very beautiful by bamboo and some palms rainbow eucalyptus for anyone who wants closer to earth experience as an option. Beds are available to all. This is heaven for those who love nature immersion and outings. Hannah didn’t participate in any outings and preferred to relax at home which is completely fine. Thanks for any feedback. I’m always aiming to provide an enriching experience. We are almost done with house renovation and now focusing on grounds garden care with less packers so it keeps changing and evolving. I welcome people who are interested in such.
Sherry

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