For the past four years, Concordia has been working with the youth hostel network on volunteer workcamps. This is the second year that the partnership has been developed with La Clusaz. Clément, the hostel manager, wants to continue welcoming groups of volunteers, with a view to strengthening the international and intercultural dimension of his activity. The environmental dimension is also a key priority for tourism, which is changing as a result of climate change.
İş Tanımı
Come and enjoy the sumptuous setting of the Aravis massif while continuing the permaculture garden redevelopment project.
The La Clusaz Youth Hostel welcomes many tourists all year,who take advantage of their stay to discover the beauty of the surrounding countryside and enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities. The hostel is keen to offer facilities that reflect its values. Last year, the creation of a permaculture garden reflected the local biodiversity: this garden is an open space, accessible to all, and provides an opportunity to observe nature, recharge one's batteries and understand the interactions between ecosystems. During this second volunteer work camp, your aim will be to complete the garden: signposting, improving and landscaping the outdoor pond, etc. At the same time, you may be offered the chance to build a goat house or do some street art.
No specific skills are required. If you're interested in preserving the mountain environment and enjoy working as part of a team, this is the project for you.
Konaklama ve Yemek
You will be accommodated in the Youth Hostel, in dormitories with individual beds (remember to bring your sleeping bag). Toilets and showers will be in the rooms or on the landing. Breakfast will be provided each morning by the Youth Hostel. Together, you will take part in the organisation of community life (cleaning, activities, etc.) and in the preparation of meals, taking it in turns to use locally sourced produce.
Our aim is to encourage vegetarian eating using local, seasonal produce, while respecting participants' diets and discovering local cuisines together. You'll be rubbing shoulders with the guests of the youth hostel, which will help you get to know them better. The hostel has Wifi in the common areas.
Konum ve Serbest Zaman
With breathtaking views over the Aravis valley and Mont Blanc, La Clusaz Youth Hostel is situated at an altitude of 1250 meters. Accessible on foot, by bike or by car, the establishment is close to the center of the resort, which offers a wide range of amenities (shops, local and health services, etc.). There are plenty of outdoor activities on offer, and hiking enthusiasts will be delighted by the opportunities offered by the Alps.
There are also plenty of excursions on offer: Annecy and its lake, Chamonix Mont-Blanc, Aiguille du Midi... Of course, you won't want to miss out on sampling the local cuisine, with a special mention for the cheeses! Your journey will be made easier by the proximity of Annecy train station and Geneva airport, both around forty kilometers away. There are also regular bus services to the resort.
Notlar
Don't forget to bring work clothes and shoes that are resistant to dirt.
In the mountains, despite the sunshine, the weather is surprising and can change rapidly.
For leisure activities, you'll need to take clothes suited to the climate (warm fleece or jumper, shorts and hiking trousers, windbreaker, down jacket, warm socks, etc.). For hiking, high-top, notched shoes are recommended. Don't forget sun protection (a hat or cap is essential, sunglasses with a high protection factor because of the intense reflection, sun cream with a high protection factor IP 30-50, etc.) and a swimming costume for swimming or white-water activities.
For accommodation, remember to bring a warm sleeping bag and a towel. You should also bring a backpack (in addition to your luggage), comfortable trainers and a pair of flip-flops for when you're out and about in the youth hostel. You'll also need to pack these essential accessories: a mobile phone charger, hiking poles (not compulsory, but recommended), a water bottle, a set of bandages and a headlamp or torch.
