Description: The workcamp is organized in cooperation with the Local Action Group (LAG) Radbuza. LAG Radbuza aims to protect regional values such as well-preserved nature, aesthetic landscape, local culture and healthy environment; and to support citizen initiatives at the local and regional level, including support of small enterprises, housing, education, use of leisure time, etc. The main goal is to revitalize the Rochlov Castle complex by enhancing its greenery, introducing new animals, and planting vegetation. These improvements will contribute to the castle’s sustainable operation while increasing its overall attractiveness. Additionally, cultivating the surrounding area will help accelerate the restoration of this historical monument. At this workcamp, you will actively contribute to the achieve
Type of Work: Volunteers will be involved in weeding and planting new vegetation in the gardens, feeding llamas and sheep by preparing and delivering their food, enhancing animal enclosures through painting and cladding shelters, mowing grass to create new spaces and building fences. They’ll also help painting fences, preparing for a final outdoor cultural event, setting up tents and organizing the space. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, volunteers will assist with cleaning stables and maintaining farm buildings, ensuring there’s always meaningful work to be done.
Study Theme: Study part: Through trips and excursions to nearby towns and villages (Marianske Lazne, Utery, Cheb, Chotesov), volunteers will be introduced to West Bohemia and its rather complex history. Volunteers will also visit Pilsen and its famous brewery and museum of Pilsner Urquell.
Accommodation: Volunteers will be accommodated in two buildings approximately 70 metres apart. One building has 2 rooms with 2 beds, a kitchen with a small fridge and a bathroom with a shower. The other building has 2 beds and a shared bathroom with a shower and a kitchen. A washing machine is also available. Wi-Fi included. Volunteers need to bring their towels. Some meals will be cooked by the volunteers themselves. Some will be prepared at a local restaurant. Volunteers can get coffee or tea from the coffee-roasting plant.
Language: A basic level of english is required.
Approximate Location: Location: Rochlov is a small traditional village in western Bohemia with only 310 inhabitants. There is a supermarket, a restaurant and a coffee-roasting plant. Phone coverage is good. ATMs and pharmacies are located only in nearby villages. Nevertheless, it is no problem to take the volunteers there by car if they need to. The closest biggest city is Pilsen.
Notes: There are many dog owners in the village. We require volunteers to respect the animals. Bring a towel and your local food or sweets to share with others
