Help us loving and taking care to our animals in the Sanctuary
The experience
Comprehensive care for horses and other animals at the Sanctuary. Cleaning and organizing of spaces. Raking of areas. Arrangement of wood shavings. Comprehensive care for everything related to the animals at the place, as well as cleaning of spaces and garbage collection. Cleaning of common areas such as bathrooms, kitchen, etc.
Digital collaboration by enriching our social networks and website. Promotion of the site and our day-to-day work.
Self-sustaining.
What you offer
20 hours of help per week
Kitchen Hand:
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Gardening:
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Cleaning:
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Animal Care:
Help look after and take care of animals.
Additional fee required
Amount:
US$ 9
Per day
Fee pays for:
Benefits for travelers
Description:
We greatly appreciate your collaboration for meals. We usually receive 9 USD per day per person; however, we like to reach fair agreements for both parties.
What you get
2 days off per week
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.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Pick Up:
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Holistic Therapies:
You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
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
Requirements
Beginner Spanish or Beginner English
Between 21 and 70 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
At the Sanctuary we hope our volunteers have a good time, have the opportunity to experience nature up close, and learn from all the activities we carry out there.
You will have the opportunity to get to know the horse in a different way and as the Being of Light that it is, as well as what it can do for human beings and its emotional healing at very deep levels.
In this place we practice Horse-Assisted Therapy on the ground, where these animals are not ridden, since the healing they provide is achieved by giving them the special place they have as living beings, deserving of respect and love.
You will take away a unique experience that will leave you wanting to return.
The Sanctuary is under construction, so we offer a beautiful rustic and peaceful space for your stay.
We have rescued animals: dogs (5) and cats (5) and (2) horses. All of them beautiful; some require administration of certain medications as well as giving them baths regularly.
Activities & Shift
Full focus on caring for the horses and their needs
Cleaning stables and areas where the horses roam
Feeding the horses at pre-established times
Guidance to learn how to handle them
Checking both the horse and its space to maintain safety
Repairing fences and wire fences
Bathing, grooming, and caring for the horses with dedication and care
Managing social media and promoting our work
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Pending projects:
Construction and assembly of a space for cat recreation (logs, fabrics, etc.)
Delimitation and assembly of two compost bins for organic waste
Construction of foundations for stables
Selection and planting of seeds to obtain seedlings
Setting up a hydroponic space to obtain fodder for farm animals
Morning and afternoon shifts, 4 to 5 hours per day
Rules
Drug or alcohol consumption is not allowed on the premises.
It is important to maintain cleanliness in all areas, including the bathrooms.
It is important to water the plants in the assigned space. It is very important to be collaborative and to listen.