ECO - Slatinka
Description: The Slatinka Association was established in 1993 as a reaction to the construction of the Slatinka water dam on the Slatina River. The association’s mission is to work at the basin of the Slatina River, to protect the environment and preserve natural areas while spreading consciousness of the project’s effects on nature. One of their main aims is to bring life back to the village of Slatinka, since many people had to leave due to the dam construction. Workcamps like this one have been organized in Slatinka since 2011.
Type of Work: The work will be done around and in the village of Slatinka and in the city park in Zvolen. The volunteers will help with cleaning the area in Slatinka: cutting the grass, taking care of the trees, cleaning the educational trail. They will be helping also at the park of Lanice, close to the town of Zvolen. The working hours are from Monday to Friday divided as follows: 4 hours in the morning and 2 hours in the afternoon. There are no special skills required. By participating to this project you contribute to protecting sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems (UN SDG 15).
Study Theme: The workcamp will have a rich environmental study part. Volunteers will learn about environmental protection efforts in Slovakia and all the issues related to the dam construction. Participants will also learn about the history of Slatinka and Zvolen. The workcamp will be visited by INEX Messenger who will organize a workshop focused on current issues in Europe. The volunteers will prepare the "Feast of cultures" - an international food evenings, and will join the “volunteering footprint” workshop. Our camps will follow the rules of Sustainability campaign
Accommodation: Volunteers will stay at local school called the Eco Center. Center has outdoor shower that requires participants to manually heat water before each shower, and toilets are dry (outhouses). There will not be access to running water, so water will be delivered or taken from well pump for showers. Drinkable water will be provided by local partner. On-site access to electricity and mobile signal is available. There are two bedrooms with mattresses,sleeping bag is required. Volunteers will be divided in kitchen teams and cook together; groceries will be provided. The food will be mostly vegetarian.
Requirements: Bring a sleeping bag, working clothes, warm clothes, cap, raincoat, strong boots, swimming suit, headlamp and a smile on your lips :) You may also bring musical instruments and USB with your favourite songs from your country to share/play with the group.
Approximate Location: Slatinka is a little village near Zvolen located in the Central part of Slovakia. The village is surrounded by beautiful nature with many touristic routes and hiking opportunities. The volunteers may visit Zvolen, where they will find a castle, a historical center and other interesting sites. There will be some free time activities planned by leaders of camp such as games, workshops, trips.
Notes: The camp is for nature and ecology lovers! Mostly vegetarian food and eco camp! For more info and pictures about the project please see: www.slatinka.sk, https://www.facebook.com/zdruzenieslatinka or https://www.instagram.com/slatinkaassociation/ You can also watch video from workcamp in Slatinka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hgtH03v7310&t=