The city hall of Montataire wishes to keep this international openness dynamic that started last year. Indeed, Montataire is a dynamic city counting around 100 local non-profit organisations and two twinings of the city: one with the German city of Finsterwalde and the second with the Palestinian refugee camp of Dheisheh.
You will be able to meet the inhabitants who are waiting for you to take part in the July 14th festivities and concert. And will be able to enjoy the festivities with the olympic flame going through the village.
İş Tanımı
Come and take good care of the local natural heritage of a dynamic and committed small town!
Montataire is a small town committed to the preservation of its heritage, whether it be the industrial built heritage or its numerous green and sensitive areas. The city is crossed by a river called Thérain, near which you can find hiking trails.
For this third project, the group will participate in the preservation and restoration of a memorial space by clearing and cleaning around the memorial area, as well as using minor masonry techniques. You will also be participating in the creation of a mural on the town’s stadium. In addition, you will also have the opportunity to meet and work with some of the local youth.
Konaklama ve Yemek
You will be accommodated in individual tents on the municipal soccer stadium. A big tent for collective life and a kitchen tent will be set up. For the sanitary and shower facilities, you will use the changing rooms of the soccer stadium with a separation between girls and boys. The group will be sharing the cleaning chores and preparing meals together, and you will participate as well in the grocery shopping and in the preparation of meals, prioritising products from the market and local producers.
Konum ve Serbest Zaman
Montataire (13 000 inhabitants) is located in the department of Oise, 45km from Paris. Due to its particular geographical situation, the city earned the name of "Mons ad theram", which means the mountain near the Therain and which later became Montataire. The region has a rich historical heritage that you can discover nearby: The Chantilly Castle, the Compiegne Palace, the Pierrefonds Castle...
More information on the city's website: http://www.mairie-montataire.fr/
Notlar
Remember to bring work clothes for the work site as well as closed shoes. As the accommodation is under tents, remember to bring your sleeping bag as well as a sleeping mat or a camping mattress for more comfort.
Don't forget your bathing suit in case you have the opportunity to go swimming! You can also bring back specialties from your country, photos, musical instruments, in short what you like and want to share on this workcamp, either with the local population or with the group.
On the last day (31/07), the departure time is usually set in the morning.
