Island – WF (worldwide friends)

Island – WF (worldwide friends)
Renovierungsprojekt und Workshops in Reykjavik auf einer Farm
Island WF166 Winter Renovation in Reykjavik and WF farm
17.02.-27.02.2015 RENO/ART 8vols
PROJECT: WF Iceland is currently renovating houses downtown Reykjavik where our volunteers are living and working. The organization is also renovating an old farmhouse in the outskirt of Reykjavik 15 km away from the capital centre.
WORK: The renovation camp in Reykjavik has two major activities. The volunteers will help
us with the renovation in Reykjavik and the farm, the work depends on the skills of each volunteer.
Volunteers will also participate in workshops related to visual art.
LEISURE: On weekends, the volunteers can enjoy Reykjavik‘s amazing nightlife, which is
world-renowned for its wide array of bars, clubs, and concerts. WF Iceland will also organise
reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most popular, beautiful areas and
natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include unique Icelandic sights such as
glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hotsprings, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs.
ACCOMMODATION: Worldwide Friends volunteers stay in our house in Sveinsstadir which is
located in the outskirt of Reykjavik. This place is like a farm in the city so you can enjoy pure
nature and at the same time the city life of the capital. Volunteers need to bring their own
sleeping bag and towels, but beds/mattresses and bed linens are provided. Wireless internet
access is provided free of charge, and volunteers also have free access to shared desktop
computers in communal areas.
Food is included for the duration of the workcamp, however everyone is expected to do
their fair share of the cooking and cleaning. Since it is always nice to try new and different
dishes, volunteers are encouraged to bring along their ffavorites recipes from home!
LOCATION: Reykjavik is a city full of energy, just waiting for you to experience it. Think of the
qualities of a great city - fun, culture, nature, clean air - and Reykjavik has them in spades. All
the advantages of a modern, forward-looking society are complemented by the beautiful
natural setting. In a country of only just over 300,000 people, the Reykjavik Capital Area has
a population of about 200,000. Reykjavik is the world’s northernmost capital city and is centred on the Seltjarnarnes Peninsula. Come at the right time of year, and in favourable conditions you will see the city’s skyline silhouetted against the glowing, shimmering curtain of
the aurora borealis, also known as the northern lights. Reykjavik is framed by the majestic
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Mt. Esja and the blue waters of Faxafloi Bay to the north, while rugged lava-fields spread to
the southeast. On a clear sunny day, the Snaefellsjökull glacier glitters on the western horizon like a crystal.
TERMINAL: Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Sveinsstadir for 45 euro which
includes the Golden circle south Iceland
EXTRA FEE: There is an extra participation fee of 180,- Euro for this workcamp.
NOTE: Die Workcamps auf Island zeichnen sich oft dadurch aus, dass die Arbeitsprojekte
hauptsächlich den Zweck haben, eine interkulturelle Begegnung zu ermöglichen. Des weiteren fallen auf Island vergleichsweise hohe Extra Gebühren an, die von den Organisationen
mit fehlender staatlicher oder anderweitiger Unterstützung für ihre Organisation, der Tatsache, dass sie aufgrund der geringen Einwohnerzahl Islands kaum Freiwillige entsenden können und den hohen Lebenshaltungskosten auf Island begründet werden.
Beide Organisationen bieten auch eine Unterkunft in Reykjavik vor und nach dem Camp,
sowie und eine organisierte Sightseeing-Tour (Minibus-Trip) zum Camport an. Beides ist mit
zusätzlichen Kosten verbunden und muss vor Campbeginn mit der Organisation abgesprochen werden.
Mithilfe in einem Gewächshaus einer Reha-Klinik
Island WF111 Hveragerði – Health and Environment
23.02.-09.03.2015 ENVI/MANU 7vols
PROJECT: Our host is the Rehabilitation and Health Clinic, which is a part of the Natural
Health Association of Iceland. Every year approximately 2,000 patients and other guests enjoy their diverse rehabilitation programs, which are focused on an approach that builds selfconfidence and personal responsibility for the patients’ own health. The Clinic has earned a
solid reputation, both in Iceland and internationally, since its foundation in 1955 for personal
and effective care of patients. It is one of the two most important rehabilitation clinics in
Iceland. In the last years this ongoing camp has been the most popular camp in our organization.
WORK: The Natural Health Association has a horticultural and environmental department,
including forestry, gardening, and greenhouses, which is where Worldwide Friends volunteers work most of the time. The nature of the work depends largely on weather conditions,
which can change quickly. Volunteers should bring clothes appropriate for outdoor work, but
also clothes for working inside the warm greenhouses. The working hours are usually from
09 am to 15 pm and volunteers will have one hour lunch break.
LEISURE: Worldwide Friends volunteers have free access to the local geothermally-heated
swimming pools. Traditionally, natural pools have played an important social role in Icelandic
culture. Most Icelandic pools offer indoor and outdoor swimming, as well as hot tubs and
saunas or steam rooms. Hveragerði is known for having great areas for hiking, including a
river heated by hot springs.
WF Iceland will also organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most
popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include
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unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas,
glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even
icebergs.
ACCOMMODATION: Worldwide Friends volunteers stay in a fully equipped bungalow consisting of several single bedrooms and a living room. Volunteers need to bring their own
sleeping bag, but beds are provided. Free wireless internet is available during evening hours,
but volunteers need to bring their own laptops if they would like to connect to it.
All meals are provided and cooked by our hosts, the Rehabilitation and Health Clinic. The
menu for the project is primarily vegetarian, but two times a week it includes locally-caught
fish.
LOCATION: Hveragerði is a small town of about 1,700 inhabitants that lies some 45 km east
of Reykjavík. This friendly little community sits on top of a highly active geothermal field,
which provides heat for hundreds of greenhouses where fruit, flowers and vegetables are
produced throughout the year. Even bananas grow in these greenhouses! The name Hveragerði means ‘hot springs garden.’ Geothermal energy is Hveragerði’s lifeblood, and you
probably won’t find such a natural wonder in the middle of a populated area anywhere else
in the world. Nearby you will find an even more geothermally active site: Gufudalur, the
lovely ‘Steam Valley’ behind the town. This whole valley is full of hot springs, geysers, mud
pots, fumaroles and steaming vents.
LANGUAGE: A basic knowledge of English is required for this workcamp.
TERMINAL: Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Sveinsstadir for 45 euro which
includes the Golden circle south Iceland
EXTRA FEE: There is an extra participation fee of 200,- Euro for this workcamp.
NOTE: Die Workcamps auf Island zeichnen sich oft dadurch aus, dass die Arbeitsprojekte
hauptsächlich den Zweck haben, eine interkulturelle Begegnung zu ermöglichen. Des weiteren fallen auf Island vergleichsweise hohe Extra Gebühren an, die von den Organisationen
mit fehlender staatlicher oder anderweitiger Unterstützung für ihre Organisation, der Tatsache, dass sie aufgrund der geringen Einwohnerzahl Islands kaum Freiwillige entsenden können und den hohen Lebenshaltungskosten auf Island begründet werden.
Beide Organisationen bieten auch eine Unterkunft in Reykjavik vor und nach dem Camp,
sowie und eine organisierte Sightseeing-Tour (Minibus-Trip) zum Camport an. Beides ist mit
zusätzlichen Kosten verbunden und muss vor Campbeginn mit der Organisation abgesprochen werden.
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Umweltbildung durch verschiedene Aktionen mit Kindern im Osten Islands
Island WF102 East of Iceland – Art and environment
25.02.-08.03.2015 ENVI/EDU/ART 12vols (no more male)
PROJECT: This workcamp is about awareness. The volunteers will be the leaders of environmental education sessions in kindergartens and children schools in Fjardabyggd. The main
goal is to create awareness among children and teenagers and promote protecting the environment in daily life.
WORK: The work will be divided between preparation of materials such as posters, brochure, info mobile centre with photos and explanations, power points, and videos. During
the second week the volunteers will visit schools and kindergartens to perform the session.
We will use different kind of art to make the awareness more interesting for the kids. The
leaders of the camp have a suitable education and/or training for the educational sessions.
A part of this workcamp will concentrate on intercultural learning and exchange. Every evening a different country will cook for the rest of the Group and will be in charge of presenting their origin country and culture in a non-formal way. It could be a presentation, games,
theater or however you would like to show it. Therefore we recommend you to bring food,
photos or whatever you think is important and nice for the worldwide evenings.
This workcamp is a way to enjoy an amazing time in Iceland with other international volunteers and to have an incredible experience where participants share their knowledge with
each other while they are exploring creativity, environmental issues and intercultural learning.
LEISURE: WF Iceland will organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the
most popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include unique Icelandic sights such as waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, lava
forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs.
The area in the East is also good for hiking so please bring your hiking shoes.
ACCOMMODATION: Worldwide Friends volunteers stay in a nice indoor community facility
offering basic facilities. Beds are provided, however volunteers should bring their own warm
sleeping bags.
Food is included for the duration of the workcamp, however everyone is expected to do
their fair share of the cooking and cleaning. Since it is always nice to try new and different
dishes, volunteers are encouraged to bring along their favourite recipes from home!
There will be internet connection available.
LOCATION: Scoured by Ice Age glaciers, the dramatic east coast boasts long, narrow fjords
with steep sides and jagged peaks which contrast with inland fertile farmlands. Natural harbours mean picture-postcard fishing villages and seemingly never-ending roads cross the
region, providing beautiful sweeping views.
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“Fjarðabyggð" is an association of villages in the Eastern fjords of Iceland. It includes the
towns of Eskifjörður, Fáskrúðsfjörður, Mjóifjörður, Neskaupstaður, Reyðarfjörður and
Stöðvarfjörður, all tiny fishing villages with steep mountains towering just behind the
houses. In this area you will see some of the features that make Iceland a unique place in the
world: spectacular fjords with a rich sea life, a great variety of birdlife, and countless breathtaking hiking paths. You will explore the area during your stay in the east.
LANGUAGE: A basic knowledge of English is required for this workcamp.
TERMINAL: Intl. Airport: Keflavík (KEF), Reykjavík. The closest national airport to the camp
site is Egilsstaðir airport which is 40 km away from the project’s site.
Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Eskifjörður for a fair price going through the
North to the East of the island. After the camp we will also offer for a fair price a trip from
the workcamp place to Reykjavik through the east and south of Iceland. This trip includes
unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas,
glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even
icebergs.
EXTRA FEE: There is an extra participation fee of 180,- Euro for this workcamp.
NOTE: Die Workcamps auf Island zeichnen sich oft dadurch aus, dass die Arbeitsprojekte
hauptsächlich den Zweck haben, eine interkulturelle Begegnung zu ermöglichen. Des weiteren fallen auf Island vergleichsweise hohe Extra Gebühren an, die von den Organisationen
mit fehlender staatlicher oder anderweitiger Unterstützung für ihre Organisation, der Tatsache, dass sie aufgrund der geringen Einwohnerzahl Islands kaum Freiwillige entsenden können und den hohen Lebenshaltungskosten auf Island begründet werden.
Beide Organisationen bieten auch eine Unterkunft in Reykjavik vor und nach dem Camp,
sowie und eine organisierte Sightseeing-Tour (Minibus-Trip) zum Camport an. Beides ist mit
zusätzlichen Kosten verbunden und muss vor Campbeginn mit der Organisation abgesprochen werden.
Renovierungen und Workshops auf der WF Farm außerhalb Reykfaviks
Island WF172 Winter Renovation in Reykjavik and WF farm
03.03.-13.03.2015 RENO/ART 8vols
PROJECT: WF Iceland is currently renovating houses downtown Reykjavik where our volunteers are living and working. The organization is also renovating an old farmhouse in the outskirt
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WORK: The renovation camp in Reykjavik has two major activities. The volunteers will help
us with the renovation in Reykjavik and the farm, the work depends on the skills of each volunteer. Volunteers will also participate in workshops related to visual art.
LEISURE: On weekends, the volunteers can enjoy Reykjavik‘s amazing nightlife, which is
world-renowned for its wide array of bars, clubs, and concerts. WF Iceland will also organise
reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most popular, beautiful areas and
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natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include unique Icelandic sights such as
glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hotsprings, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs.
ACCOMMODATION: Worldwide Friends volunteers stay in our house in Sveinsstadir which is
located in the outskirt of Reykjavik. This place is like a farm in the city so you can enjoy pure
nature and at the same time the city life of the capital. Volunteers need to bring their own
sleeping bag and towels, but beds/mattresses and bed linens are provided. Wireless internet
access is provided free of charge, and volunteers also have free access to shared desktop
computers in communal areas.
Food is included for the duration of the workcamp, however everyone is expected to do
their fair share of the cooking and cleaning. Since it is always nice to try new and different
dishes, volunteers are encouraged to bring along their ffavorites recipes from home!
LOCATION: Reykjavik is a city full of energy, just waiting for you to experience it. Think of the
qualities of a great city - fun, culture, nature, clean air - and Reykjavik has them in spades. All
the advantages of a modern, forward-looking society are complemented by the beautiful
natural setting. In a country of only just over 300,000 people, the Reykjavik Capital Area has
a population of about 200,000. Reykjavik is the world’s northernmost capital city and is centred on the Seltjarnarnes Peninsula. Come at the right time of year, and in favourable conditions you will see the city’s skyline silhouetted against the glowing, shimmering curtain of
the aurora borealis, also known as the northern lights. Reykjavik is framed by the majestic
Mt. Esja and the blue waters of Faxafloi Bay to the north, while rugged lava-fields spread to
the southeast. On a clear sunny day, the Snaefellsjökull glacier glitters on the western horizon like a crystal.
TERMINAL: Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Sveinsstadir for 45 euro which
includes the Golden circle south Iceland
EXTRA FEE: There is an extra participation fee of 180,- Euro for this workcamp.
NOTE: Die Workcamps auf Island zeichnen sich oft dadurch aus, dass die Arbeitsprojekte
hauptsächlich den Zweck haben, eine interkulturelle Begegnung zu ermöglichen. Des weiteren fallen auf Island vergleichsweise hohe Extra Gebühren an, die von den Organisationen
mit fehlender staatlicher oder anderweitiger Unterstützung für ihre Organisation, der Tatsache, dass sie aufgrund der geringen Einwohnerzahl Islands kaum Freiwillige entsenden können und den hohen Lebenshaltungskosten auf Island begründet werden.
Beide Organisationen bieten auch eine Unterkunft in Reykjavik vor und nach dem Camp,
sowie und eine organisierte Sightseeing-Tour (Minibus-Trip) zum Camport an. Beides ist mit
zusätzlichen Kosten verbunden und muss vor Campbeginn mit der Organisation abgesprochen werden.
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Mithilfe im Gewächshaus einer Reha-Klinik
Island WF112 Hveragerði – Health and Environment
09.03.-23.03.2015 ENVI/MANU 7vols (no more male)
PROJECT: Our host is the Rehabilitation and Health Clinic, which is a part of the Natural
Health Association of Iceland. Every year approximately 2,000 patients and other guests enjoy their diverse rehabilitation programs, which are focused on an approach that builds selfconfidence and personal responsibility for the patients’ own health. The Clinic has earned a
solid reputation, both in Iceland and internationally, since its foundation in 1955 for personal
and effective care of patients. It is one of the two most important rehabilitation clinics in
Iceland. In the last years this ongoing camp has been the most popular camp in our organization.
WORK: The Natural Health Association has a horticultural and environmental department,
including forestry, gardening, and greenhouses, which is where Worldwide Friends volunteers work most of the time. The nature of the work depends largely on weather conditions,
which can change quickly. Volunteers should bring clothes appropriate for outdoor work, but
also clothes for working inside the warm greenhouses. The working hours are usually from
09 am to 15 pm and volunteers will have one hour lunch break.
LEISURE: Worldwide Friends volunteers have free access to the local geothermally-heated
swimming pools. Traditionally, natural pools have played an important social role in Icelandic
culture. Most Icelandic pools offer indoor and outdoor swimming, as well as hot tubs and
saunas or steam rooms. Hveragerði is known for having great areas for hiking, including a
river heated by hot springs.
WF Iceland will also organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most
popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include
unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas,
glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even
icebergs.
ACCOMMODATION: Worldwide Friends volunteers stay in a fully equipped bungalow consisting of several single bedrooms and a living room. Volunteers need to bring their own
sleeping bag, but beds are provided. Free wireless internet is available during evening hours,
but volunteers need to bring their own laptops if they would like to connect to it.
All meals are provided and cooked by our hosts, the Rehabilitation and Health Clinic. The
menu for the project is primarily vegetarian, but two times a week it includes locally-caught
fish.
LOCATION: Hveragerði is a small town of about 1,700 inhabitants that lies some 45 km east
of Reykjavík. This friendly little community sits on top of a highly active geothermal field,
which provides heat for hundreds of greenhouses where fruit, flowers and vegetables are
produced throughout the year. Even bananas grow in these greenhouses! The name Hveragerði means ‘hot springs garden.’ Geothermal energy is Hveragerði’s lifeblood, and you
probably won’t find such a natural wonder in the middle of a populated area anywhere else
in the world. Nearby you will find an even more geothermally active site: Gufudalur, the
lovely ‘Steam Valley’ behind the town. This whole valley is full of hot springs, geysers, mud
pots, fumaroles and steaming vents.
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LANGUAGE: A basic knowledge of English is required for this workcamp.
TERMINAL: Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Sveinsstadir for 45 euro which
includes the Golden circle south Iceland
EXTRA FEE: There is an extra participation fee of 200,- Euro for this workcamp.
NOTE: Die Workcamps auf Island zeichnen sich oft dadurch aus, dass die Arbeitsprojekte
hauptsächlich den Zweck haben, eine interkulturelle Begegnung zu ermöglichen. Des weiteren fallen auf Island vergleichsweise hohe Extra Gebühren an, die von den Organisationen
mit fehlender staatlicher oder anderweitiger Unterstützung für ihre Organisation, der Tatsache, dass sie aufgrund der geringen Einwohnerzahl Islands kaum Freiwillige entsenden können und den hohen Lebenshaltungskosten auf Island begründet werden.
Beide Organisationen bieten auch eine Unterkunft in Reykjavik vor und nach dem Camp,
sowie und eine organisierte Sightseeing-Tour (Minibus-Trip) zum Camport an. Beides ist mit
zusätzlichen Kosten verbunden und muss vor Campbeginn mit der Organisation abgesprochen werden.
Renovierungen und Workshops auf der WF Farm außerhalb Reykjaviks
Island WF114 Winter Renovation in Reykjavik and WF farm
17.03.-27.03.2015 RENO/ART 8vols
PROJECT: WF Iceland is currently renovating houses downtown Reykjavik where our volunteers are living and working. The organization is also renovating an old farmhouse in the outskirt of Reykjavik 15 km away from the capital centre.
WORK: The renovation camp in Reykjavik has two major activities. The volunteers will help
us with the renovation in Reykjavik and the farm, the work depends on the skills of each volunteer.
Volunteers will also participate in workshops related to visual art.
LEISURE: On weekends, the volunteers can enjoy Reykjavik‘s amazing nightlife, which is
world-renowned for its wide array of bars, clubs, and concerts. WF Iceland will also organise
reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most popular, beautiful areas and
natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include unique Icelandic sights such as
glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hotsprings, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs.
ACCOMMODATION: Worldwide Friends volunteers stay in our house in Sveinsstadir which is
located in the outskirt of Reykjavik. This place is like a farm in the city so you can enjoy pure
nature and at the same time the city life of the capital. Volunteers need to bring their own
sleeping bag and towels, but beds/mattresses and bed linens are provided. Wireless internet
access is provided free of charge, and volunteers also have free access to shared desktop
computers in communal areas.
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Food is included for the duration of the workcamp, however everyone is expected to do
their fair share of the cooking and cleaning. Since it is always nice to try new and different
dishes, volunteers are encouraged to bring along their ffavorites recipes from home!
LOCATION: Reykjavik is a city full of energy, just waiting for you to experience it. Think of the
qualities of a great city - fun, culture, nature, clean air - and Reykjavik has them in spades. All
the advantages of a modern, forward-looking society are complemented by the beautiful
natural setting. In a country of only just over 300,000 people, the Reykjavik Capital Area has
a population of about 200,000. Reykjavik is the world’s northernmost capital city and is centred on the Seltjarnarnes Peninsula. Come at the right time of year, and in favourable conditions you will see the city’s skyline silhouetted against the glowing, shimmering curtain of
the aurora borealis, also known as the northern lights. Reykjavik is framed by the majestic
Mt. Esja and the blue waters of Faxafloi Bay to the north, while rugged lava-fields spread to
the southeast. On a clear sunny day, the Snaefellsjökull glacier glitters on the western horizon like a crystal.
TERMINAL: Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Sveinsstadir for 45 euro which
includes the Golden circle south Iceland
EXTRA FEE: There is an extra participation fee of 180,- Euro for this workcamp.
NOTE: Die Workcamps auf Island zeichnen sich oft dadurch aus, dass die Arbeitsprojekte
hauptsächlich den Zweck haben, eine interkulturelle Begegnung zu ermöglichen. Des weiteren fallen auf Island vergleichsweise hohe Extra Gebühren an, die von den Organisationen
mit fehlender staatlicher oder anderweitiger Unterstützung für ihre Organisation, der Tatsache, dass sie aufgrund der geringen Einwohnerzahl Islands kaum Freiwillige entsenden können und den hohen Lebenshaltungskosten auf Island begründet werden.
Beide Organisationen bieten auch eine Unterkunft in Reykjavik vor und nach dem Camp,
sowie und eine organisierte Sightseeing-Tour (Minibus-Trip) zum Camport an. Beides ist mit
zusätzlichen Kosten verbunden und muss vor Campbeginn mit der Organisation abgesprochen werden.
Umweltbildung für Kinder durch verschieden Aktionen im Osten Islands
Island WF118 East of Iceland – Art and environment
20.03.-01.04.2015 ENVI/EDU/ART 12vols
PROJECT: This workcamp is about awareness. The volunteers will be the leaders of environmental education sessions in kindergartens and children schools in Fjardabyggd. The main
goal is to create awareness among children and teenagers and promote protecting the environment in daily life.
WORK: The work will be divided between preparation of materials such as posters, brochure, info mobile centre with photos and explanations, power points, and videos. During
the second week the volunteers will visit schools and kindergartens to perform the session.
We will use different kind of art to make the awareness more interesting for the kids. The
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leaders of the camp have a suitable education and/or training for the educational sessions. A
part of this workcamp will concentrate on intercultural learning and exchange. Every evening
a different country will cook for the rest of the Group and will be in charge of presenting
their origin country and culture in a non-formal way. It could be a presentation, games, theater or however you would like to show it. Therefore we recommend you to bring food, photos or whatever you think is important and nice for the worldwide evenings.
This workcamp is a way to enjoy an amazing time in Iceland with other international volunteers and to have an incredible experience where participants share their knowledge with
each other while they are exploring creativity, environmental issues and intercultural learning.
LEISURE: WF Iceland will organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the
most popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include unique Icelandic sights such as waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, lava
forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs.
The area in the East is also good for hiking so please bring your hiking shoes.
ACCOMMODATION: Worldwide Friends volunteers stay in a nice indoor community facility
offering basic facilities. Beds are provided, however volunteers should bring their own warm
sleeping bags. Food is included for the duration of the workcamp, however everyone is expected to do their fair share of the cooking and cleaning. Since it is always nice to try new
and different dishes, volunteers are encouraged to bring along their favourite recipes from
home! There will be internet connection available.
LOCATION: Scoured by Ice Age glaciers, the dramatic east coast boasts long, narrow fjords
with steep sides and jagged peaks which contrast with inland fertile farmlands. Natural harbours mean picture-postcard fishing villages and seemingly never-ending roads cross the
region, providing beautiful sweeping views.
“Fjarðabyggð" is an association of villages in the Eastern fjords of Iceland. It includes the
towns of Eskifjörður, Fáskrúðsfjörður, Mjóifjörður, Neskaupstaður, Reyðarfjörður and
Stöðvarfjörður, all tiny fishing villages with steep mountains towering just behind the
houses. In this area you will see some of the features that make Iceland a unique place in the
world: spectacular fjords with a rich sea life, a great variety of birdlife, and countless breathtaking hiking paths. You will explore the area during your stay in the east.
LANGUAGE: A basic knowledge of English is required for this workcamp.
TERMINAL: Intl. Airport: Keflavík (KEF), Reykjavík. The closest national airport to the camp
site is Egilsstaðir airport which is 40 km away from the project’s site. Flights arrive at Keflavik
International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus
trip from Reykjavik to Eskifjörður for a fair price going through the North to the East of the
island. After the camp we will also offer for a fair price a trip from the workcamp place to
Reykjavik through the east and south of Iceland. This trip includes unique Icelandic sights
such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs.
EXTRA FEE: There is an extra participation fee of 180,- Euro for this workcamp.
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NOTE: Die Workcamps auf Island zeichnen sich oft dadurch aus, dass die Arbeitsprojekte
hauptsächlich den Zweck haben, eine interkulturelle Begegnung zu ermöglichen. Des weiteren fallen auf Island vergleichsweise hohe Extra Gebühren an, die von den Organisationen
mit fehlender staatlicher oder anderweitiger Unterstützung für ihre Organisation, der Tatsache, dass sie aufgrund der geringen Einwohnerzahl Islands kaum Freiwillige entsenden können und den hohen Lebenshaltungskosten auf Island begründet werden.Beide Organisationen bieten auch eine Unterkunft in Reykjavik vor und nach dem Camp, sowie und eine organisierte Sightseeing-Tour (Minibus-Trip) zum Camport an. Beides ist mit zusätzlichen Kosten
verbunden und muss vor Campbeginn mit der Organisation abgesprochen werden.
Workcamper helfen in den Gewaechshaeusern einer Reha-Klinik
Island WF116 Hveragerði – Health and Environment
23.03.-06.04.2015 ENVI/MANU 7vols
PROJECT: Our host is the Rehabilitation and Health Clinic, which is a part of the Natural
Health Association of Iceland. Every year approximately 2,000 patients and other guests enjoy their diverse rehabilitation programs, which are focused on an approach that builds selfconfidence and personal responsibility for the patients’ own health. The Clinic has earned a
solid reputation, both in Iceland and internationally, since its foundation in 1955 for personal
and effective care of patients. It is one of the two most important rehabilitation clinics in
Iceland.
In the last years this ongoing camp has been the most popular camp in our organization.
WORK: The Natural Health Association has a horticultural and environmental department,
including forestry, gardening, and greenhouses, which is where Worldwide Friends volunteers work most of the time. The nature of the work depends largely on weather conditions,
which can change quickly. Volunteers should bring clothes appropriate for outdoor work, but
also clothes for working inside the warm greenhouses. The working hours are usually from
09 am to 15 pm and volunteers will have one hour lunch break.
LEISURE: Worldwide Friends volunteers have free access to the local geothermally-heated
swimming pools. Traditionally, natural pools have played an important social role in Icelandic
culture. Most Icelandic pools offer indoor and outdoor swimming, as well as hot tubs and
saunas or steam rooms. Hveragerði is known for having great areas for hiking, including a
river heated by hot springs.
WF Iceland will also organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most
popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include
unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas,
glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even
icebergs.
ACCOMMODATION: Worldwide Friends volunteers stay in a fully equipped bungalow consisting of several single bedrooms and a living room. Volunteers need to bring their own
sleeping bag, but beds are provided. Free wireless internet is available during evening hours,
but volunteers need to bring their own laptops if they would like to connect to it.
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All meals are provided and cooked by our hosts, the Rehabilitation and Health Clinic. The
menu for the project is primarily vegetarian, but two times a week it includes locally-caught
fish.
LOCATION: Hveragerði is a small town of about 1,700 inhabitants that lies some 45 km east
of Reykjavík. This friendly little community sits on top of a highly active geothermal field,
which provides heat for hundreds of greenhouses where fruit, flowers and vegetables are
produced throughout the year. Even bananas grow in these greenhouses! The name Hveragerði means ‘hot springs garden.’ Geothermal energy is Hveragerði’s lifeblood, and you
probably won’t find such a natural wonder in the middle of a populated area anywhere else
in the world. Nearby you will find an even more geothermally active site: Gufudalur, the
lovely ‘Steam Valley’ behind the town. This whole valley is full of hot springs, geysers, mud
pots, fumaroles and steaming vents.
LANGUAGE: A basic knowledge of English is required for this workcamp.
TERMINAL: Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Sveinsstadir for 45 euro which
includes the Golden circle south Iceland
EXTRA FEE: There is an extra participation fee of 200,- Euro for this workcamp.
NOTE: Die Workcamps auf Island zeichnen sich oft dadurch aus, dass die Arbeitsprojekte
hauptsächlich den Zweck haben, eine interkulturelle Begegnung zu ermöglichen. Des weiteren fallen auf Island vergleichsweise hohe Extra Gebühren an, die von den Organisationen
mit fehlender staatlicher oder anderweitiger Unterstützung für ihre Organisation, der Tatsache, dass sie aufgrund der geringen Einwohnerzahl Islands kaum Freiwillige entsenden können und den hohen Lebenshaltungskosten auf Island begründet werden.
Beide Organisationen bieten auch eine Unterkunft in Reykjavik vor und nach dem Camp,
sowie und eine organisierte Sightseeing-Tour (Minibus-Trip) zum Camport an. Beides ist mit
zusätzlichen Kosten verbunden und muss vor Campbeginn mit der Organisation abgesprochen werden.
Renovierungsprojekt und Workshops in Reykjavik und auf der WF Farm außerhalb der
Stadt
Island WF125 Winter Renovation in Reykjavik and WF farm
31.03.-10.04.2015 RENO/ART 8vols (no more male)
PROJECT: WF Iceland is currently renovating houses downtown Reykjavik where our volunteers are living and working. The organization is also renovating an old farmhouse in the outskirt of Reykjavik 15 km away from the capital centre.
WORK: The renovation camp in Reykjavik has two major activities. The volunteers will help
us with the renovation in Reykjavik and the farm, the work depends on the skills of each volunteer. Volunteers will also participate in workshops related to visual art.
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LEISURE: On weekends, the volunteers can enjoy Reykjavik‘s amazing nightlife, which is
world-renowned for its wide array of bars, clubs, and concerts. WF Iceland will also organise
reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most popular, beautiful areas and
natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include unique Icelandic sights such as
glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hotsprings, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs.
ACCOMMODATION: Worldwide Friends volunteers stay in our house in Sveinsstadir which is
located in the outskirt of Reykjavik. This place is like a farm in the city so you can enjoy pure
nature and at the same time the city life of the capital. Volunteers need to bring their own
sleeping bag and towels, but beds/mattresses and bed linens are provided. Wireless internet
access is provided free of charge, and volunteers also have free access to shared desktop
computers in communal areas.
Food is included for the duration of the workcamp, however everyone is expected to do
their fair share of the cooking and cleaning. Since it is always nice to try new and different
dishes, volunteers are encouraged to bring along their ffavorites recipes from home!
LOCATION: Reykjavik is a city full of energy, just waiting for you to experience it. Think of the
qualities of a great city - fun, culture, nature, clean air - and Reykjavik has them in spades. All
the advantages of a modern, forward-looking society are complemented by the beautiful
natural setting. In a country of only just over 300,000 people, the Reykjavik Capital Area has
a population of about 200,000. Reykjavik is the world’s northernmost capital city and is centred on the Seltjarnarnes Peninsula. Come at the right time of year, and in favourable conditions you will see the city’s skyline silhouetted against the glowing, shimmering curtain of
the aurora borealis, also known as the northern lights. Reykjavik is framed by the majestic
Mt. Esja and the blue waters of Faxafloi Bay to the north, while rugged lava-fields spread to
the southeast. On a clear sunny day, the Snaefellsjökull glacier glitters on the western horizon like a crystal.
TERMINAL: Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Sveinsstadir for 45 euro which
includes the Golden circle south Iceland
EXTRA FEE: There is an extra participation fee of 180,- Euro for this workcamp.
NOTE: Die Workcamps auf Island zeichnen sich oft dadurch aus, dass die Arbeitsprojekte
hauptsächlich den Zweck haben, eine interkulturelle Begegnung zu ermöglichen. Des weiteren fallen auf Island vergleichsweise hohe Extra Gebühren an, die von den Organisationen
mit fehlender staatlicher oder anderweitiger Unterstützung für ihre Organisation, der Tatsache, dass sie aufgrund der geringen Einwohnerzahl Islands kaum Freiwillige entsenden können und den hohen Lebenshaltungskosten auf Island begründet werden. Beide Organisationen bieten auch eine Unterkunft in Reykjavik vor und nach dem Camp, sowie und eine organisierte Sightseeing-Tour (Minibus-Trip) zum Camport an. Beides ist mit zusätzlichen Kosten
verbunden und muss vor Campbeginn mit der Organisation abgesprochen werden.
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Workcamper helfen in den Gewaechshaeusern einer Reha-Klinik
Island WF117 Hveragerði – Health and Environment
06.04.-20.04.2015 ENVI/MANU 7vols
PROJECT: Our host is the Rehabilitation and Health Clinic, which is a part of the Natural
Health Association of Iceland. Every year approximately 2,000 patients and other guests enjoy their diverse rehabilitation programs, which are focused on an approach that builds selfconfidence and personal responsibility for the patients’ own health. The Clinic has earned a
solid reputation, both in Iceland and internationally, since its foundation in 1955 for personal
and effective care of patients. It is one of the two most important rehabilitation clinics in
Iceland. In the last years this ongoing camp has been the most popular camp in our organization.
WORK: The Natural Health Association has a horticultural and environmental department,
including forestry, gardening, and greenhouses, which is where Worldwide Friends volunteers work most of the time. The nature of the work depends largely on weather conditions,
which can change quickly. Volunteers should bring clothes appropriate for outdoor work, but
also clothes for working inside the warm greenhouses. The working hours are usually from
09 am to 15 pm and volunteers will have one hour lunch break.
LEISURE: Worldwide Friends volunteers have free access to the local geothermally-heated
swimming pools. Traditionally, natural pools have played an important social role in Icelandic
culture. Most Icelandic pools offer indoor and outdoor swimming, as well as hot tubs and
saunas or steam rooms. Hveragerði is known for having great areas for hiking, including a
river heated by hot springs.
WF Iceland will also organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most
popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include
unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas,
glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even
icebergs.
ACCOMMODATION: Worldwide Friends volunteers stay in a fully equipped bungalow consisting of several single bedrooms and a living room. Volunteers need to bring their own
sleeping bag, but beds are provided. Free wireless internet is available during evening hours,
but volunteers need to bring their own laptops if they would like to connect to it. All meals
are provided and cooked by our hosts, the Rehabilitation and Health Clinic. The menu for the
project is primarily vegetarian, but two times a week it includes locally-caught fish.
LOCATION: Hveragerði is a small town of about 1,700 inhabitants that lies some 45 km east
of Reykjavík. This friendly little community sits on top of a highly active geothermal field,
which provides heat for hundreds of greenhouses where fruit, flowers and vegetables are
produced throughout the year. Even bananas grow in these greenhouses! The name Hveragerði means ‘hot springs garden.’ Geothermal energy is Hveragerði’s lifeblood, and you
probably won’t find such a natural wonder in the middle of a populated area anywhere else
in the world. Nearby you will find an even more geothermally active site: Gufudalur, the
lovely ‘Steam Valley’ behind the town. This whole valley is full of hot springs, geysers, mud
pots, fumaroles and steaming vents.
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LANGUAGE: A basic knowledge of English is required for this workcamp.
TERMINAL: Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Sveinsstadir for 45 euro which
includes the Golden circle south Iceland
EXTRA FEE: There is an extra participation fee of 200,- Euro for this workcamp.
NOTE: Die Workcamps auf Island zeichnen sich oft dadurch aus, dass die Arbeitsprojekte
hauptsächlich den Zweck haben, eine interkulturelle Begegnung zu ermöglichen. Des weiteren fallen auf Island vergleichsweise hohe Extra Gebühren an, die von den Organisationen
mit fehlender staatlicher oder anderweitiger Unterstützung für ihre Organisation, der Tatsache, dass sie aufgrund der geringen Einwohnerzahl Islands kaum Freiwillige entsenden können und den hohen Lebenshaltungskosten auf Island begründet werden.
Beide Organisationen bieten auch eine Unterkunft in Reykjavik vor und nach dem Camp,
sowie und eine organisierte Sightseeing-Tour (Minibus-Trip) zum Camport an. Beides ist mit
zusätzlichen Kosten verbunden und muss vor Campbeginn mit der Organisation abgesprochen werden.
Outdoorarbeiten in kleinen Doerfern im Osten Islands
Island WF139 East of Iceland – close to nature
13.04.-25.04.2015 ENVI/MANU 12vols
PROJECT: “Fjarðabyggð" is an association of villages in the Eastern fjords of Iceland. It includes the towns of Eskifjörður, Fáskrúðsfjörður, Mjóifjörður, Neskaupstaður, Reyðarfjörður
and Stöðvarfjörður, all tiny fishing villages with steep mountains towering just behind the
houses. Most of the work will consist of cleaning and beautifying the towns and the surrounding area. We will also do some other environmental tasks for example clean the coastline, plant trees or build hiking paths.
WORK: Our work will also depend on weather conditions and that’s why we have to be flexible. Please keep in mind that the work might be physically hard and you should be prepared
for unfriendly weather, even though, hopefully, it will be nice most of the time. This is a perfect camp for people who like outdoor work and physical challenges.
LEISURE: Worldwide Friends volunteers have free access to the local geothermal-heated
swimming pool in Eskifjörður. Traditionally, natural pools have played an important social
role in Icelandic culture. Most Icelandic pools offer indoor and outdoor swimming, as well as
hot tubs and saunas or steam rooms.
WF Iceland will organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include unique
Icelandic sights such as waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, lava forests, hotsprings,
rhyolite
mountain
ranges,
steam-vents,
or
even
icebergs.
The area in the East is also good for hiking so please bring your hiking shoes.
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ACCOMMODATION: The volunteers will stay In the WF house in Eskifjordur.
Beds/mattresses will be provided and everyone is asked to bring his/her own warm sleeping
bags and towels. We will have access to showers at the local swimming pool and sports centre.
The food will be supplied for the duration of the work camp and everyone is expected to do
his/her fair share of the cooking/cleaning. It would be nice to try new and different dishes,
so please remember to bring along recipes from your own countries.
LOCATION: Scoured by Ice Age glaciers, the dramatic east coast boasts long, narrow fjords
with steep sides and jagged peaks which contrast with inland fertile farmlands. Natural harbours mean picture-postcard fishing villages and seemingly never-ending roads cross the
region,
providing
beautiful
sweeping
views.
“Fjarðabyggð" is an association of villages in the Eastern fjords of Iceland. It includes the
towns of Eskifjörður, Fáskrúðsfjörður, Mjóifjörður, Neskaupstaður, Reyðarfjörður and
Stöðvarfjörður, all tiny fishing villages with steep mountains towering just behind the
houses. In this area you will see some of the features that make Iceland a unique place in the
world: spectacular fjords with a rich sea life, a great variety of birdlife, and countless breathtaking hiking paths. You will explore the area during your stay in the east.
LANGUAGE:
The
language
of
the
camp
is
English.
TERMINAL: Intl. Airport: Keflavík (KEF), Reykjavík. The closest national airport to the camp
site is Egilsstaðir airport which is 40 km away from the project’s site.
Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Eskifjörður for a fair price going through the
North to the East of the island. After the camp we will also offer for a fair price a trip from
the workcamp place to Reykjavik through the east and south of Iceland. This trip includes
unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas,
glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even
icebergs. If you join our minibus both ways than you will go all around the island if the road
condition will allow us
EXTRA FEE: There is an extra participation fee of 180,- Euro for this workcamp.
NOTE: Die Workcamps auf Island zeichnen sich oft dadurch aus, dass die Arbeitsprojekte
hauptsächlich den Zweck haben, eine interkulturelle Begegnung zu ermöglichen. Des weiteren fallen auf Island vergleichsweise hohe Extra Gebühren an, die von den Organisationen
mit fehlender staatlicher oder anderweitiger Unterstützung für ihre Organisation, der Tatsache, dass sie aufgrund der geringen Einwohnerzahl Islands kaum Freiwillige entsenden können und den hohen Lebenshaltungskosten auf Island begründet werden.
Workcamper helfen in den Gewaechshaeusern einer Reha-Klinik
Island WF119 Hveragerði – Health and Environment
20.04.-04.05.2015 ENVI/MANU 7vols (no more male)
PROJECT: Our host is the Rehabilitation and Health Clinic, which is a part of the Natural
Health Association of Iceland. Every year approximately 2,000 patients and other guests enjoy their diverse rehabilitation programs, which are focused on an approach that builds selfconfidence and personal responsibility for the patients’ own health. The Clinic has earned a
solid reputation, both in Iceland and internationally, since its foundation in 1955 for personal
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and effective care of patients. It is one of the two most important rehabilitation clinics in
Iceland. In the last years this ongoing camp has been the most popular camp in our organization.
WORK: The Natural Health Association has a horticultural and environmental department,
including forestry, gardening, and greenhouses, which is where Worldwide Friends volunteers work most of the time. The nature of the work depends largely on weather conditions,
which can change quickly. Volunteers should bring clothes appropriate for outdoor work, but
also clothes for working inside the warm greenhouses. The working hours are usually from
09 am to 15 pm and volunteers will have one hour lunch break.
LEISURE: Worldwide Friends volunteers have free access to the local geothermally-heated
swimming pools. Traditionally, natural pools have played an important social role in Icelandic
culture. Most Icelandic pools offer indoor and outdoor swimming, as well as hot tubs and
saunas or steam rooms. Hveragerði is known for having great areas for hiking, including a
river heated by hot springs.
WF Iceland will also organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most
popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include
unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas,
glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even
icebergs.
ACCOMMODATION: Worldwide Friends volunteers stay in a fully equipped bungalow consisting of several single bedrooms and a living room. Volunteers need to bring their own
sleeping bag, but beds are provided. Free wireless internet is available during evening hours,
but volunteers need to bring their own laptops if they would like to connect to it.
All meals are provided and cooked by our hosts, the Rehabilitation and Health Clinic. The
menu for the project is primarily vegetarian, but two times a week it includes locally-caught
fish.
LOCATION: Hveragerði is a small town of about 1,700 inhabitants that lies some 45 km east
of Reykjavík. This friendly little community sits on top of a highly active geothermal field,
which provides heat for hundreds of greenhouses where fruit, flowers and vegetables are
produced throughout the year. Even bananas grow in these greenhouses! The name Hveragerði means ‘hot springs garden.’ Geothermal energy is Hveragerði’s lifeblood, and you
probably won’t find such a natural wonder in the middle of a populated area anywhere else
in the world. Nearby you will find an even more geothermally active site: Gufudalur, the
lovely ‘Steam Valley’ behind the town. This whole valley is full of hot springs, geysers, mud
pots, fumaroles and steaming vents.
LANGUAGE: A basic knowledge of English is required for this workcamp.
TERMINAL: Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Sveinsstadir for 45 euro which
includes the Golden circle south Iceland
EXTRA FEE: There is an extra participation fee of 200,- Euro for this workcamp.
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NOTE: Die Workcamps auf Island zeichnen sich oft dadurch aus, dass die Arbeitsprojekte
hauptsächlich den Zweck haben, eine interkulturelle Begegnung zu ermöglichen. Des weiteren fallen auf Island vergleichsweise hohe Extra Gebühren an, die von den Organisationen
mit fehlender staatlicher oder anderweitiger Unterstützung für ihre Organisation, der Tatsache, dass sie aufgrund der geringen Einwohnerzahl Islands kaum Freiwillige entsenden können und den hohen Lebenshaltungskosten auf Island begründet werden.
Beide Organisationen bieten auch eine Unterkunft in Reykjavik vor und nach dem Camp,
sowie und eine organisierte Sightseeing-Tour (Minibus-Trip) zum Camport an. Beides ist mit
zusätzlichen Kosten verbunden und muss vor Campbeginn mit der Organisation abgesprochen werden.
Outdoorarbeiten in kleinen Doerfern im Osten Islands
Island WF140 East of Iceland – close to nature
25.04.-07.05.2015 ENVI/MANU 12vols
PROJECT: “Fjarðabyggð" is an association of villages in the Eastern fjords of Iceland. It includes the towns of Eskifjörður, Fáskrúðsfjörður, Mjóifjörður, Neskaupstaður, Reyðarfjörður
and Stöðvarfjörður, all tiny fishing villages with steep mountains towering just behind the
houses. Most of the work will consist of cleaning and beautifying the towns and the surrounding area. We will also do some other environmental tasks for example clean the coastline, plant trees or build hiking paths.
WORK: Our work will also depend on weather conditions and that’s why we have to be flexible. Please keep in mind that the work might be physically hard and you should be prepared
for unfriendly weather, even though, hopefully, it will be nice most of the time. This is a perfect camp for people who like outdoor work and physical challenges.
LEISURE: Worldwide Friends volunteers have free access to the local geothermal-heated
swimming pool in Eskifjörður. Traditionally, natural pools have played an important social
role in Icelandic culture. Most Icelandic pools offer indoor and outdoor swimming, as well as
hot tubs and saunas or steam rooms.
WF Iceland will organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include unique
Icelandic sights such as waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, lava forests, hotsprings, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs.
The area in the East is also good for hiking so please bring your hiking shoes.
ACCOMMODATION: The volunteers will stay In the WF house in Eskifjordur.
Beds/mattresses will be provided and everyone is asked to bring his/her own warm sleeping
bags and towels. We will have access to showers at the local swimming pool and sports centre.
The food will be supplied for the duration of the work camp and everyone is expected to do
his/her fair share of the cooking/cleaning. It would be nice to try new and different dishes,
so please remember to bring along recipes from your own countries.
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LOCATION: Scoured by Ice Age glaciers, the dramatic east coast boasts long, narrow fjords
with steep sides and jagged peaks which contrast with inland fertile farmlands. Natural harbours mean picture-postcard fishing villages and seemingly never-ending roads cross the
region, providing beautiful sweeping views.
“Fjarðabyggð" is an association of villages in the Eastern fjords of Iceland. It includes the
towns of Eskifjörður, Fáskrúðsfjörður, Mjóifjörður, Neskaupstaður, Reyðarfjörður and
Stöðvarfjörður, all tiny fishing villages with steep mountains towering just behind the
houses. In this area you will see some of the features that make Iceland a unique place in the
world: spectacular fjords with a rich sea life, a great variety of birdlife, and countless breathtaking hiking paths. You will explore the area during your stay in the east.
LANGUAGE: The language of the camp is English.
TERMINAL: Intl. Airport: Keflavík (KEF), Reykjavík. The closest national airport to the camp
site is Egilsstaðir airport which is 40 km away from the project’s site. Flights arrive at Keflavik
International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus
trip from Reykjavik to Eskifjörður for a fair price going through the North to the East of the
island. After the camp we will also offer for a fair price a trip from the workcamp place to
Reykjavik through the east and south of Iceland. This trip includes unique Icelandic sights
such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even icebergs. If you join our
minibus both ways than you will go all around the island if the road condition will allow us
EXTRA FEE: There is an extra participation fee of 180,- Euro for this workcamp.
NOTE: Die Workcamps auf Island zeichnen sich oft dadurch aus, dass die Arbeitsprojekte
hauptsächlich den Zweck haben, eine interkulturelle Begegnung zu ermöglichen. Des weiteren fallen auf Island vergleichsweise hohe Extra Gebühren an, die von den Organisationen
mit fehlender staatlicher oder anderweitiger Unterstützung für ihre Organisation, der Tatsache, dass sie aufgrund der geringen Einwohnerzahl Islands kaum Freiwillige entsenden können und den hohen Lebenshaltungskosten auf Island begründet werden.
Camper helfen in den Gewächshäusern einer Reha-Klinik
Island WF121 Hveragerði – Health and Environment
04.05.-18.05.2015 ENVI/MANU 7vols
PROJECT: Our host is the Rehabilitation and Health Clinic, which is a part of the Natural
Health Association of Iceland. Every year approximately 2,000 patients and other guests enjoy their diverse rehabilitation programs, which are focused on an approach that builds selfconfidence and personal responsibility for the patients’ own health. The Clinic has earned a
solid reputation, both in Iceland and internationally, since its foundation in 1955 for personal
and effective care of patients. It is one of the two most important rehabilitation clinics in
Iceland.
In the last years this ongoing camp has been the most popular camp in our organization.
WORK: The Natural Health Association has a horticultural and environmental department,
including forestry, gardening, and greenhouses, which is where Worldwide Friends volun19
teers work most of the time. The nature of the work depends largely on weather conditions,
which can change quickly. Volunteers should bring clothes appropriate for outdoor work, but
also clothes for working inside the warm greenhouses. The working hours are usually from
09 am to 15 pm and volunteers will have one hour lunch break.
LEISURE: Worldwide Friends volunteers have free access to the local geothermally-heated
swimming pools. Traditionally, natural pools have played an important social role in Icelandic
culture. Most Icelandic pools offer indoor and outdoor swimming, as well as hot tubs and
saunas or steam rooms. Hveragerði is known for having great areas for hiking, including a
river
heated
by
hot
springs.
WF Iceland will also organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most
popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include
unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas,
glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even
icebergs.
ACCOMMODATION: Worldwide Friends volunteers stay in a fully equipped bungalow consisting of several single bedrooms and a living room. Volunteers need to bring their own
sleeping bag, but beds are provided. Free wireless internet is available during evening hours,
but volunteers need to bring their own laptops if they would like to connect to it. All meals
are provided and cooked by our hosts, the Rehabilitation and Health Clinic. The menu for the
project is primarily vegetarian, but two times a week it includes locally-caught fish.
LOCATION: Hveragerði is a small town of about 1,700 inhabitants that lies some 45 km east
of Reykjavík. This friendly little community sits on top of a highly active geothermal field,
which provides heat for hundreds of greenhouses where fruit, flowers and vegetables are
produced throughout the year. Even bananas grow in these greenhouses! The name Hveragerði means ‘hot springs garden.’ Geothermal energy is Hveragerði’s lifeblood, and you
probably won’t find such a natural wonder in the middle of a populated area anywhere else
in the world. Nearby you will find an even more geothermally active site: Gufudalur, the
lovely ‘Steam Valley’ behind the town. This whole valley is full of hot springs, geysers, mud
pots,
fumaroles
and
steaming
vents.
LANGUAGE: A basic knowledge of English is required for this workcamp.
TERMINAL: Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Sveinsstadir for 45 euro which
includes
the
Golden
circle
south
Iceland
EXTRA FEE: There is an extra participation fee of 200,- Euro for this workcamp.
NOTE: Die Workcamps auf Island zeichnen sich oft dadurch aus, dass die Arbeitsprojekte
hauptsächlich den Zweck haben, eine interkulturelle Begegnung zu ermöglichen. Des weiteren fallen auf Island vergleichsweise hohe Extra Gebühren an, die von den Organisationen
mit fehlender staatlicher oder anderweitiger Unterstützung für ihre Organisation, der Tatsache, dass sie aufgrund der geringen Einwohnerzahl Islands kaum Freiwillige entsenden können und den hohen Lebenshaltungskosten auf Island begründet werden.
Beide Organisationen bieten auch eine Unterkunft in Reykjavik vor und nach dem Camp,
sowie und eine organisierte Sightseeing-Tour (Minibus-Trip) zum Camport an. Beides ist mit
zusätzlichen Kosten verbunden und muss vor Campbeginn mit der Organisation abgesprochen werden.
Outdoorarbeiten in kleinen Dörfern im Osten Islands
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Island WF124 East of Iceland – close to nature
07.05.-20.05.2015 ENVI/MANU 12vols (no more male)
PROJECT: “Fjarðabyggð" is an association of villages in the Eastern fjords of Iceland. It includes the towns of Eskifjörður, Fáskrúðsfjörður, Mjóifjörður, Neskaupstaður, Reyðarfjörður
and Stöðvarfjörður, all tiny fishing villages with steep mountains towering just behind the
houses. Most of the work will consist of cleaning and beautifying the towns and the surrounding area. We will also do some other environmental tasks for example clean the coastline,
plant
trees
or
build
hiking
paths.
WORK: Our work will also depend on weather conditions and that’s why we have to be flexible. Please keep in mind that the work might be physically hard and you should be prepared
for unfriendly weather, even though, hopefully, it will be nice most of the time. This is a perfect camp for people who like outdoor work and physical challenges.
LEISURE: Worldwide Friends volunteers have free access to the local geothermal-heated
swimming pool in Eskifjörður. Traditionally, natural pools have played an important social
role in Icelandic culture. Most Icelandic pools offer indoor and outdoor swimming, as well as
hot
tubs
and
saunas
or
steam
rooms.
WF Iceland will organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include unique
Icelandic sights such as waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, lava forests, hotsprings,
rhyolite
mountain
ranges,
steam-vents,
or
even
icebergs.
The area in the East is also good for hiking so please bring your hiking shoes.
ACCOMMODATION: The volunteers will stay In the WF house in Eskifjordur.
Beds/mattresses will be provided and everyone is asked to bring his/her own warm sleeping
bags and towels. We will have access to showers at the local swimming pool and sports centre.
The food will be supplied for the duration of the work camp and everyone is expected to do
his/her fair share of the cooking/cleaning. It would be nice to try new and different dishes,
so please remember to bring along recipes from your own countries.
LOCATION: Scoured by Ice Age glaciers, the dramatic east coast boasts long, narrow fjords
with steep sides and jagged peaks which contrast with inland fertile farmlands. Natural harbours mean picture-postcard fishing villages and seemingly never-ending roads cross the
region,
providing
beautiful
sweeping
views.
“Fjarðabyggð" is an association of villages in the Eastern fjords of Iceland. It includes the
towns of Eskifjörður, Fáskrúðsfjörður, Mjóifjörður, Neskaupstaður, Reyðarfjörður and
Stöðvarfjörður, all tiny fishing villages with steep mountains towering just behind the
houses. In this area you will see some of the features that make Iceland a unique place in the
world: spectacular fjords with a rich sea life, a great variety of birdlife, and countless breathtaking hiking paths. You will explore the area during your stay in the east.
LANGUAGE:
The
language
of
the
camp
is
English.
TERMINAL: Intl. Airport: Keflavík (KEF), Reykjavík. The closest national airport to the camp
site is Egilsstaðir airport which is 40 km away from the project’s site.
Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Eskifjörður for a fair price going through the
North to the East of the island. After the camp we will also offer for a fair price a trip from
the workcamp place to Reykjavik through the east and south of Iceland. This trip includes
unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas,
glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even
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icebergs. If you join our minibus both ways than you will go all around the island if the road
condition
will
allow
us
EXTRA FEE: There is an extra participation fee of 180,- Euro for this workcamp.
NOTE: Die Workcamps auf Island zeichnen sich oft dadurch aus, dass die Arbeitsprojekte
hauptsächlich den Zweck haben, eine interkulturelle Begegnung zu ermöglichen. Des weiteren fallen auf Island vergleichsweise hohe Extra Gebühren an, die von den Organisationen
mit fehlender staatlicher oder anderweitiger Unterstützung für ihre Organisation, der Tatsache, dass sie aufgrund der geringen Einwohnerzahl Islands kaum Freiwillige entsenden können und den hohen Lebenshaltungskosten auf Island begründet werden.
Renovierung, Workshops und Farmarbeit auf der WF Farm
Island WF302 Sustainable living in Reykjavik and the WF farm
12.05.-22.05.2015 RENO/ART 8vols (no more male)
PROJECT: The organization is renovating an old farmhouse in the outskirt of Reykjavik 15 km
away from the capital centre. Since the creation of Worldwide Friends, the organization has
been looking for the opportunity to set up a project to renovate and work in a farm.
WORK: The sustainable living camp has two major activities. The volunteers will help us with
the renovation and to take care of the work in the farm. We have chickens, a green house
for growing herbs, tomatoes and cucumbers and a big piece of land where we grow potatoes, carrots, lettuce and other types of vegetables. Volunteers will also participate in workshops related to visual art and decoration in the farm and surrounding area.
LEISURE: On weekends, the volunteers can enjoy Reykjavik‘s amazing nightlife, which is
world-renowned for its wide array of bars, clubs, and concerts. WF Iceland will also organise
reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most popular, beautiful areas and
natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include unique Icelandic sights such as
glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hotsprings,
rhyolite
mountain
ranges,
steam-vents,
or
even
icebergs.
ACCOMMODATION: Worldwide Friends volunteers stay in our house in Sveinsstadir which is
located in the outskirt of Reykjavik. This place is like a farm in the city so you can enjoy pure
nature and at the same time the city life of the capital. Volunteers need to bring their own
sleeping bag and towels, but beds/mattresses and bed linens are provided. Wireless internet
access is provided free of charge, and volunteers also have free access to shared desktop
computers
in
communal
areas.
Food is included for the duration of the workcamp, however everyone is expected to do
their fair share of the cooking and cleaning. Since it is always nice to try new and different
dishes, volunteers are encouraged to bring along their ffavorites recipes from home!
LOCATION: Reykjavik is a city full of energy, just waiting for you to experience it. Think of the
qualities of a great city - fun, culture, nature, clean air - and Reykjavik has them in spades. All
the advantages of a modern, forward-looking society are complemented by the beautiful
natural setting. In a country of only just over 300,000 people, the Reykjavik Capital Area has
a population of about 200,000. Reykjavik is the world’s northernmost capital city and is centred on the Seltjarnarnes Peninsula. Come at the right time of year, and in favourable conditions you will see the city’s skyline silhouetted against the glowing, shimmering curtain of
the aurora borealis, also known as the northern lights. Reykjavik is framed by the majestic
Mt. Esja and the blue waters of Faxafloi Bay to the north, while rugged lava-fields spread to
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the southeast. On a clear sunny day, the Snaefellsjökull glacier glitters on the western horizon
like
a
crystal.
TERMINAL: Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Sveinsstadir for 45 euro which
includes
the
Golden
circle
south
Iceland
EXTRA FEE: There is an extra participation fee of 180,- Euro for this workcamp.
NOTE: Die Workcamps auf Island zeichnen sich oft dadurch aus, dass die Arbeitsprojekte
hauptsächlich den Zweck haben, eine interkulturelle Begegnung zu ermöglichen. Des weiteren fallen auf Island vergleichsweise hohe Extra Gebühren an, die von den Organisationen
mit fehlender staatlicher oder anderweitiger Unterstützung für ihre Organisation, der Tatsache, dass sie aufgrund der geringen Einwohnerzahl Islands kaum Freiwillige entsenden können und den hohen Lebenshaltungskosten auf Island begründet werden.
Beide Organisationen bieten auch eine Unterkunft in Reykjavik vor und nach dem Camp,
sowie und eine organisierte Sightseeing-Tour (Minibus-Trip) zum Camport an. Beides ist mit
zusätzlichen Kosten verbunden und muss vor Campbeginn mit der Organisation abgesprochen werden.
Outdoorarbeiten in kleinen Doerfern im Osten Islands
Island WF19 East of Iceland – close to nature 14.06.-26.06.2015 ENVI/MANU 12vols
PROJECT: “Fjarðabyggð" is an association of villages in the Eastern fjords of Iceland. It includes the towns of Eskifjörður, Fáskrúðsfjörður, Mjóifjörður, Neskaupstaður, Reyðarfjörður
and Stöðvarfjörður, all tiny fishing villages with steep mountains towering just behind the
houses. Most of the work will consist of cleaning and beautifying the towns and the surrounding area. We will also do some other environmental tasks for example clean the coastline,
plant
trees
or
build
hiking
paths.
WORK: Our work will also depend on weather conditions and that’s why we have to be flexible. Please keep in mind that the work might be physically hard and you should be prepared
for unfriendly weather, even though, hopefully, it will be nice most of the time. This is a perfect camp for people who like outdoor work and physical challenges.
LEISURE: Worldwide Friends volunteers have free access to the local geothermal-heated
swimming pool in Eskifjörður. Traditionally, natural pools have played an important social
role in Icelandic culture. Most Icelandic pools offer indoor and outdoor swimming, as well as
hot
tubs
and
saunas
or
steam
rooms.
WF Iceland will organise reasonably-priced weekend excursions to some of the most popular, beautiful areas and natural wonders that Iceland has to offer. Excursions include unique
Icelandic sights such as waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas, glaciers, lava forests, hotsprings,
rhyolite
mountain
ranges,
steam-vents,
or
even
icebergs.
The area in the East is also good for hiking so please bring your hiking shoes.
ACCOMMODATION: The volunteers will stay In the WF house in Eskifjordur.
Beds/mattresses will be provided and everyone is asked to bring his/her own warm sleeping
bags and towels. We will have access to showers at the local swimming pool and sports centre.
The food will be supplied for the duration of the work camp and everyone is expected to do
his/her fair share of the cooking/cleaning. It would be nice to try new and different dishes,
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so please remember to bring along recipes from your own countries.
LOCATION: Scoured by Ice Age glaciers, the dramatic east coast boasts long, narrow fjords
with steep sides and jagged peaks which contrast with inland fertile farmlands. Natural harbours mean picture-postcard fishing villages and seemingly never-ending roads cross the
region,
providing
beautiful
sweeping
views.
“Fjarðabyggð" is an association of villages in the Eastern fjords of Iceland. It includes the
towns of Eskifjörður, Fáskrúðsfjörður, Mjóifjörður, Neskaupstaður, Reyðarfjörður and
Stöðvarfjörður, all tiny fishing villages with steep mountains towering just behind the
houses. In this area you will see some of the features that make Iceland a unique place in the
world: spectacular fjords with a rich sea life, a great variety of birdlife, and countless breathtaking hiking paths. You will explore the area during your stay in the east.
LANGUAGE:
The
language
of
the
camp
is
English.
TERMINAL: Intl. Airport: Keflavík (KEF), Reykjavík. The closest national airport to the camp
site is Egilsstaðir airport which is 40 km away from the project’s site.
Flights arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF), just south of Reykjavik, Iceland. WF Iceland will offer a minibus trip from Reykjavik to Eskifjörður for a fair price going through the
North to the East of the island. After the camp we will also offer for a fair price a trip from
the workcamp place to Reykjavik through the east and south of Iceland. This trip includes
unique Icelandic sights such as glacial lagoons, waterfalls, volcanic and geothermal areas,
glaciers, geysirs, lava forests, hot-springs, rhyolite mountain ranges, steam-vents, or even
icebergs. If you join our minibus both ways than you will go all around the island if the road
condition
will
allow
us
EXTRA FEE: There is an extra participation fee of 180,- Euro for this workcamp.
NOTE: Die Workcamps auf Island zeichnen sich oft dadurch aus, dass die Arbeitsprojekte
hauptsächlich den Zweck haben, eine interkulturelle Begegnung zu ermöglichen. Des weiteren fallen auf Island vergleichsweise hohe Extra Gebühren an, die von den Organisationen
mit fehlender staatlicher oder anderweitiger Unterstützung für ihre Organisation, der Tatsache, dass sie aufgrund der geringen Einwohnerzahl Islands kaum Freiwillige entsenden können und den hohen Lebenshaltungskosten auf Island begründet werden.
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