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Organic farms want you
Farming may seem an idyllic life to the harried city dweller, but try a few days of physical labor in the hot sun and the romance quickly fades. So found Chris Smaje, who spent some time volunteering at organic farms in the Pacific Northwest. But he also found experiences that ranged from educational to annoying to bewildering to inspirational. He can fill you in on each stop, in his story in The Indendent. The various farms, open to volunteers through World-Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF), offer a range of programs from volunteer/work stays, to training programs, to just-drop-by visits.
WWOOF’s Web site lists farms around the world. You can join the organization, then make your own arrangements with the farmers.
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Greetings,
Yes, organic farming “holidays” or volunteerships are not for everyone…that’s true. But there are dozens of options out there now to visit farms, work a little or a lot with local farmers. The experience can be extremely enriching…we’re talking major cultural immersion here. And when you are in the fields you can learn so much about your local hosts…the people, the country, the festivals revolving around the harvest and cuisine. That’s more than you’ll see from the Hilton lobby in Athens or Paris.
Besides that, you are directly helping local communities…not necessarily by picking a few grapes…but by being there and supporting their own hard work.
So I hope you won’t rule out visiting organic farms just because this WWOOF program was too rigorous for a particular volunteer. Clearly, many others have enjoyed such experiences or WWOOF would not be so well-known today. Just google “organic holidays” or agritourism and see the diverse options out there.
Best regards,
Nikki Rose
Founder & Director of Crete’s Culinary Sanctuaries
Eco-Agritourism Programs