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BRA001
City: Bonito
State: Pernambuco
Type of property: Small farm with garden
Size (ha): 20 h total com 6 ativo
Crops: house garden, goats, siviculture
We speak: Portugues, speak fluent English and basic German
Description: Small garden with caprine(goat) husbandry. Planted forest with harvesting of wood. fencing, pruning, some carpentry, brick work, stone work, landscaping. Whatever life tosses at us. 25 Hours labour per week, sometimes hard, in exchange for meals and sleeping quarters. Bring high top sneaks or boots, rubbber boots in rainy season, *** canvass backed leather gloves*** The Sitio is primarily geared for healthy , wise and community living experiences.
Accomodation: Please contact at least 2 weeks in advance of arrival to reserve a spot. max 2 or 3 Wwoofers per stay. Beds, sheets, nets provided. 1 of 2 houses available for volunteers. Laundry Sink available. We ask for 5 hrs work per day with freetime for personal upkeep and (recovery!) most woofers leave slimmer and trimmer.
Food: 90% vegetatian, can Accommodate vegetarian, lacto veg and vegan are out of luck, sorry. You will eat with the family (3 meals) and be required to help with the dishes once daily. Weekends we encourage wwoofers to fend for themselves or do extra chores. Kitchette avail in guest house. Potable water available
We are: We are a Canadian family of 5 living and loving in the beautiful Northeast of Brasil. Quite laid back and not at all professional farmers.
When to come: Prefer woofers Sept to April. May to Aug expect rain and prehaps woodworking or reno work.
Additional comments: We respect all cultures and people and expect the same. Be prepared for hot sweaty work, bring good gloves. We eat healthy and sleep early. Bring Antihistamines if any dangers of allergies. Primary contact via Email. Phone service is sketchy. Location and directions upon contact.
Children: perhaps

BRA002
City: Botucatu
State: Sao Paulo
Type of property: farm
Size (ha): 42
Crops: wheat, rye, sillage, corn & sorghum, onions, potatoes, winter species forgreen manuring & winter grazing. Fruit harvesting, varied. Field cultures: In summer a lot of tree planting.
Green houses with onions and horticulture
We speak:English, German. Portuguese is necessary to communicate with the locals.
Description: Located amongst a 500 people neighbourhood (grown around the farms), a Waldorf School nearby, a house for courses (agriculture, education, etc.), and other activities. In a beautiful savannah region, with lake, many waterfalls and other landscape features nearby. Also running a vegetable/fruit processing unit & bakery. Farmshop.
Two farms, 1st 42ha, 2nd 130 ha. Biodynamic management. Basic operation dairy cows, all milk processed to 14 products in a cheesery as well as producing the only organic ice cream in the country!! Minimum skills required.
Accommodation: in spare rooms
Food: Communal meals, vegetarian meals OK
We are:Two families, many children. Chicken, horses, ducks, dogs, cats.
When to come: Help needed all year round, preference for long (6 month) stayers.
Additional comments: NO smoking in house. No alcohol. Children b.a...
Children *NO

BRA006
City: Londrina
State:Parana
Type of property: community
Crops:
We speak: portuguese, spanish and english
Description: Our community is located in a semi-rural environment in Londrina, the capital of the state of Parana. We are part of a couple of sister-communities in Brazil that are running for more than 15 years. Our main occupations are organic gardening, whole wheat bread baking, and the development of alternative energy using permaculture methods. Our life together in
community is a simple expression of the love we have for one another.
The deep personal relationships we have with each other are being built
daily through our common life in the community. Our community and our common
life together are based on our obedience to the simple, clear teachings of
our master Yahshua, the Son of God. Our lives and relationships are being
restored daily through our life of love. We invite and welcome all who
are interested in our life and our community to come and visit. Our homes
and our hearts are open to you.
Accomodation: we can accomodate lots of WWOOFers!
We are: a small community of about 80 people.
When to come: all year round
Children *YES

BRA007
City: Duque de Caxias
State: Rio de Janeiro
Type of property: Rural - organic farm
Size (ha): 10000m2
Crops: We grow many organic vegetables such as couve manteiga, cucumber, mustard leaves, parsley, basil, tomatoes, radishes, beets, carrots, sweet peppers, lettuce and pumpkin - we have plans to plant more varieties in the future. We also raise new chickens.
We speak: Portuguese, Spanish, English, German & Dutch fluently
Description: We are situated in the middle of the Tingua Reserve, outside of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. We work to take children away from aggression, drugs and criminality in Rio and its surrounding suburbs by providing them with shelter, nutrition, education and a lot of freedom to play.
We are looking for volunteers interested in learning farming/gardening skills while participating in a social project at an orphanage. Since its creation in 2007 our organic farm has grown immensely. This year we have added an apprenticeship program to get our teenagers involved in the project, called Clube Verde. Volunteers will be responsible for daily maintenance and will also work closely with the teenagers. A desire to work with adolescents is essential! Organic farming skills are very welcome since our project is young and our team is still learning. However, this is not a must and you will quickly learn the basics. It is important that you be ready to work hard and have a willingness and ability to do physical labor!
We are also looking for a project leader to help with continuity and development and to enhance the involvement of the children and the community. Volunteers in this position must efficiently manage the project and the other organic farming volunteers. As the project is still evolving we are open to new ideas and suggestions.
Open to volunteers willing to work approximately 6 hours a day in a team of Brazilian staff, adolescents, and international volunteers. We need enthusiastic, hardworking, and nature-loving volunteers. We are situated at the outskirts of the Tingua nature reserve, which means that you will be surrounded by beautiful green mountains. This is a fantastic experience and a great opportunity to get to know Brazil, its people, the local way of life, and yourself on an entirely new level!
Long Term objectives of our farming project:
1. Provide quality food to the children and teenagers
2. Provide farming education to the children and teenagers
3. Make the project self-sustaining and guarantee continuity
4. Pass on knowledge to the surrounding impoverished farmers
Accomodation: Volunteers receive accommodation and food in exchange for their services. Shared accommodation is available in the volunteer's house, which houses up to 10 volunteers involved in various roles in the orphanage. There is normally space for 2-3 WWOOFers to work on the organic farm.
Food: Meal times are shared with the children as a community. There is also a kitchen available in the volunteer's house if you wish to prepare your own food.
We are: a group of volunteers, the local staff and the kids!
When to come: All year - minimum stay of 6 months
Additional comments: The organic farming project is located within the orphanage grounds, therefore it is important that volunteers enjoy or have experience working with children. Volunteers can combine their organic farming work with various tasks in the orphanage and activities with the children.
Children: yes

BRA016
City: Itapetininga
State: Sao Paulo
Type of property: ORGANICS - HORTI-FRUTI
Size (ha): 8
Crops: HORTI-FRUTI
We speak: portuguese, spanish and english
Description: The property is still under development but we do have large space for camping and 7 rooms -can sleep 3. There are still limited organic production but working on it and would like to expand variety.
Food will be prepared by someone at the property, help is welcome of course!
Its a family run property.

BRA020
City: Picada Cafe
State: Rio Grande do Sul
Type of property: Rural
Size (ha): 80
Crops: Fig, hibiscus, peach, guava, grapes, strawberries, lettuce, tomato, rebolho, green pepper, cado of milk.
We speak: Portuguese and German
Description: We are a group of farmers with small properties of about 10ha each. Each farmer and family produce for self sustent and whatever is left is comercilized by the cooperative. We are involved in all the steps of the final the product (producing, packaging, selling at the farmer's market etc.) We participate in Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Brasilia and Rio Grande do Sul's farmer's market. The market's we participate in are usually organic or revolving to solidary economy.
We believe in fair trade. Toxics are not used in our soil. To summarize, our production can be considered rudimental as we still use the "old ways" to produce vegetables, fruits.
For those who would like to come to Brasil and help in our properties, we would like to leave a couple of quotes for those who are planning to visit us:
"Work is the doctor of nature and its essential for the happiness of humanity."(Galeno)
"To rest is good, but boredom is brother of rest" (Voltaire)
"Quality is never achieved accidentally; it is always a result of hard work and intelligence". Accomodation: We have 2 rooms with one bed in each. At the farmer's house.
Food: The kitchen will be in the house of the farmer. We are not vegetarians but we do produce and consume healthy food. You will be eating with the family.
Children *NO

BRA023
City: Planaltina
State: Distrito Federal
Type of property: Rural
Size (ha): 109
Crops: soy , corn, beans, birds
We speak: Portuguese and German
Description: You will be welcomed to join us in our family run property in Distrito Federal. The surrounding is tranquil and family atmosphere.
Our main activities are to take care of bids in our property. We started growing birds since 1994, now we have more than 20 species.
All the food fed to our animals are prepared here.
Accomodation: You will have your own room with washroom
Food: You will be eating with our family.

BRA024
City: Piata
State: Bahia
Type of property: family run
Size (ha): 170
Crops: fruits, mangoes, vegetables
We speak: portuguese and a little english (simple)
Description: we are located in a montaneous region surrounded by preserved area in the Chapada Diamantina at an altitude of 1100m. We are a farm that uses organic and biodinamics techniques to produce coffee, mangoes and vegetables. With a total area of 170 ha, 70ha is used and the rest is still untouched. You will be included in planning and the execution (preparing the soil, planting, harvest) of the projects at our farm. Other activities will be according to season and/or as needed.
Accomodation: house for 4 with 2 washrooms, simple furniture but confortable.
Food: collective kitchen where we prepare our food.
Additional comments: no drugs
Children *YES
We are currently looking for volunteers for our coffee harvest season (May to August 2010). We are looking for volunteers who can stay for a period of one month or 2 months at a time. We look forward to your contact!

BRA025
City:Crissiumal
State: Rio Grande do Sul
Type of property: 8 families
Size (ha): 80 ha
Crops: Organic sugar cane, native medicinal plants, and other organic cultures (beans, watermelon, melon, potato, pumpkin)
We speak: Portuguese, Spanish, Italian and English
Description: We grow organic sugar cane and other(beans, watermelon, melon, potato, pumpkin). Industrialization of artesanal cachaca, bottling and selling for internal and external market. We also work with environmental projects (refloresting of the matas ciliares at the Vale do Rio Uruguai) and the training of farmers. We have a small factory and a training center.
Accomodation: 2 rooms with 2 beds and place for camping
Food: colective kitchen and mixed diet
Comments: We work in community for a more organic world.

BRA026
City:Sao Joaquim
State: Santa Catarina
Type of property: Family run
Size (ha): 18
Crops: variety of fruits and vegetables
We speak: portuguese
Description: Dairy activities include taking care of apples, and a variety of vegetables. And you can also help in the delivery; we travel to Rio, SP, Curitiba, porto alegre and florianopolis. There are three residences made of wood, and a room where we store all our equipments. We will be starting to plant organic tomatoes this year, our 2nd year. Strawberries were tentatively planted although without success.
It is a very quite and beautiful place where nature is in harmony, with space to share and to exchange our culture and language.
Temperatures in the summer are around 18C and our winters can get pretty cold.
We prefer someone who can stay longer! And all year round you are welcome to come!
Accomodation: We have two rooms available, can accomodate up to 4 people (would prefer 2 males and 2 females)
Food: You will eat with us, the family, mixed and varied diet.
Additional comments: We would like individuals who are eager to help in our projects working with organics and with the development of suitanability without harming the nature. People who believe in our projects and who is willing to participe in all the activities are welcome.

BRA028
City: Juazeiro
State: Bahia
Type of property: Rural
Size (ha): 12 ha
Crops: mangoes, coconut, maracuja and banana
We speak: portugues & a little english
Description: rural property, caprinovinoculture,meliponiculture, apiculture.
Planting of mangoes, coconuts, bananas & maracujas.
Family run property
Accomodation: room with bed - our accomodation is very simple. One WWOOFer for now
Food: Mixed diet & you will be eating with us
Additional comments: No Drugs & Alcohol allowed at the property.
Our life is very simple but we welcome anyone who is interested in joining our family.
Children: *NO

BRA029
City: Japonvar
State: Minas Gerais
Type of property: Rural
Size (ha):
Crops: fruits from the Cerrado,Pequi, fruits from the garden, agropecuaria, lavouras, cereals, vegetables
We speak: Portuguese
Description: Cooperative of rural farmers & pequi's collectors. All the members are of a cooperative. Our main product is pequi.
We are all very happy to have you here and to share our experiences.
We work hard to preserve the Cerrado and other Matas Nativas around our region.
Accomodation: simple rooms, can accomodate up to 5 WWOOFers (in pousadas, associations or farmer's homes)
Food: simple (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Children* Yes

BRA033
Cancelled as of June 8th, 2010

BRA034
City: Cavalcante
State: Goias
Type of property: Sitio
Size (ha): 75 hectares
Crops: nativos, vegetables, fruits and other
We speak: Portugues
Description: We have a land of 75 ha with river, native matas do Cerrado, native fruits. We are located 40KM from the city of Cavalcantes. We are in the Chapada dos Veadeiros next to the Kalungas. We are happy, hard workers.
Activities: Art work using the material available in the Cerrado// Culinary with fruits from the Cerrado//Apiculture with native bees// Harvesting of different fruits.
Accomodation: There is only space for camping. 2 WWOOFers.
Food: Generally is shared cooking, and vegetarian (and again we try to use as much of what is available locally)
When to come:
We are: husband and wife and 3 dogs
Additional comments:
CRITERIAS FOR ADMISSION...
1) 18 or older
2)To be students or im professional apprenticeship compatible with the work developed by the "Segredos do Cerrado" in other words: Cerrado estrativist collect of fruits and raw materials; Craftsmanship and workshop im general; Cerado cuisine;Virarium of plants and plantings;Cerado native apiculture and general services (like to clean, to weed, etc).
3)Union spirit, solidarity and community of interest.
4)In case of health problems, vices,etc we appeal to WWOOF inform us will ahead of time.
5) Maximum period to stay is 3 months (it can be adjusted as needed).
6)To bring good will and genuine desire to pass anything to approve from herself culture to our local comumnities as well as to receive our native culture with genuine consideration with respect to all individuals.
Excuse for our translating to English.
Children:NO

BRA035
Nao estamos recebendo wwoofers neste momento./ Not taking wwoofers at this time. May 28th, 2010

BRA040
City: Pirenopolis
State: Goias
Type of property: granja leiteira
Size (ha): 18 ha
Crops: dairy products & milk
We speak: portugues, spanish and italian
Description: In the property we have a herd of jersey cows that produce type 'A' milk, which is processed into milk and other dairies products (yogurt, crem of milk, and chanchiche) in our modest dairy. The herd is treated with homeopatia following the principles of well being of the animals. We are currently working on a new project-clean energy making use of biodigestor; All the work at the farm is done by my husband, myself and a helper. We love what we do and we have a lot of information about our region, ecological agriculture, healthy lifestyle, environmentalism, etc... Our city has 28 mil inhabitants, in Goias. At 136 km of Goiania, the capital of Goias and 150 km of Brasilia, capital of Brasil.
Accomodation: Room in our house for one person.
Food: We are vegetarians and everything we eat we produce them here at the farm, buy or through exchange with other organic farmers in the area. We make our own bread, butter, cheese, yogurt, cookies, cakes. Everyone contributes in preparing the meal and we eat together. Everyone helps with the chores at home as well.
We are: a couple with two grown up daughters, who have moved out. Besides cows and bezerrinhas there are some chickens in our property.
When to come: All year round. Just let us know before hand because when our daughters come home we can't accomodate any WWOOFers.
Additional comments: We are close to all the producers in the area, who we help as a consultant since 2001. I am part of/contribuite to: slow food, rede cerrado de ongs, Grupo de Agricultura Organica (GAO),etc. With WWOOF BRAZIL we hope that everyone who comes to visit us will learn and participate a bit more of our reality.
Children *No for now

BRA041
City: Bertioga
State: Sao Paulo
Type of property: Familiar farm - permaculture volunteer exchange
Size (ha): 39 hectareas
Crops: Apicultura - agricultura intensiva - agrofloresta - manejo ecologico de solos
We speak: portuguese, english and spanish.
Description: The site is located in the Serra do Mar de Sao Paulo, not more than 25km away from Bertioga city, in Sao Paulo coast. From its 39 hectares at least 30 are of native forest, with all the exuberance that has this type of forest. Working with beekeeping since 2005, and its use retrofitting based on the methodology of Permaculture design, the site is undergoing changes in its structure using alternative technologies and appropriate management of land, eco-building for retrofit of existing buildings with the practice activities and workshops on Permaculture. The site has a good house, 2 large bedrooms, a living room and kitchen, now we are improving residency after several years without use by the family. The facilities are very nice but rustics, received daily squirrels, monkeys and butterflies the times abound around us always! Our site is one of the properties where happens InPDC volunteer program, a course around living, practicing and sharing Permaculture ideas and philosophy, voluntarily and collective.
Accomodation: Today, as we have 2 bedrooms and we can offer both for receive volunteers with us, allowing a total of 4 volunteers. We can still get volunteers to stay in tents(6 volunteers), but did not indicate this type of accommodation for the winter, quite strict in the region.
Food: We usually eat vegetables and cereals, fats and avoiding meat, but not except carnivores by the issue of respect to human beings. The food are prepared collectively, enabling all inhabitants of the site can share their knowledge with other culinary. To the moments of food are sacred, and always sought to make them all together.
We are: Despite the site be family,I am the only who has done this work at site, receiving the support of my family and friends where necessary. Also count on the support of other members of the collective permacultores and neighbors of sites that are part of the Collective Serra do Mar.
When to come: The volunteer can come throughout the year. We have not defined the activities for 2009 yet.
Additional comments: The work we are doing volunteer work and we're offering follows a very libertarian line, enabling the voluntary choose their own path of activities within the area, provided with our support in knowledge born and living, allowing the mutual learning and constant since trade of daily coexistence.
Children: *Yes

BRA042
City: Colombo
State: Parana
Type of property: Organic Farm
Size (ha): 7
Crops: Veg-garden, Corn, Bean, Orchard (peach, grape, apple, persimmon, fig...), chicken, turkey, Forest
We speak: Portugues, English, basic Italian and spanish
Description: we are located 15km to the Curitiba, the capital of the Parana state. Our family are in this land for more then 30 years, Our main occupations are care to the chicken, turkey, veg-garden, orchard, cooking and develop sustaninable system to our land, there are still limited variety of production but we would like to expand.
Accomodation: there is one bedroom to 2 wwoofers and place to camping.
Food: all the alimentation is together, we are not vegetarian, but we have a healthly alimentation.
We are: We are a Family, father, mather, 2 boys, 1 cat and many dogs.
When to come: all year aroud.
Additional comments: We are have experience around the world like a wwoofer and help exchang, and we would like to learn more about onother cultures e teach peaple as well.
Children: yes

BRA043
City: Brasilia
State: Distrito Federal
Type of property: Chacara
Size (ha): 4
Crops: Agroforestal systems
We speak: Portuguese, basic english and spanish
Description: Our farms is a small property near the urban area of Brasilia at about 20km away from the center. Utlizamos principios da permacultura e de sistemas agroflorestais sucessionais. The basic requirement is that you are willing and enthusiastic.
Accomodation: There is a room with matress or you can make your own tent. Up to 3 wwoofers at one time.
Food: the volunteer will eat with us in our home. Our food is organic and vegetarian, mostly from our own garden.
We are: a family, me(Filipe), my wife(Lia), and our daughter (Maira) and a dog.
When to come: We are open to receive you all year round.
Additional comments: We welcome everyone who is interested in getting to know and contruibute with our work. Thanks.
Children: Yes

BRA044
City: Alto Paraíso
State: Goias
Type of property: Farm - Private ambiental reserve
Size (ha): 200 ha
Crops: Agroflorestry
We speak: portuguese, english and spanish
Description: Located at 250 kms from Brasilia, 24 kms on em estarda de terra, 210 kms sao por rodovia asfaltada. Private area dedicated for preservation with permacultural practice (bio-constructions, recuperation of degraded areas --metodologies use SAF - Sistema Agroflorestal)
Accomodation: The main house has a kitchen and washroom. potable water. Area for camping has simple structure. At the moment we only have 2 rooms that can receive 4 people each.
Also there is plenty of space for camping.
dry washrooms and kitchen are simple
We don't have electricity. Instead we have solar panels for some lamps and flashlights.
Food: basically vegetarian but not strictly
We are: a group of 4 friends with permacultural and sustainable ideas that we would like to implement even more, we started the project 2 years ago.
When to come: Year around, where april to october (dry season) for bio-constructions like super-adobe, and november to march (rain season) for planting, florestry and manejo de florestas e hortas.
Additional comments: A place for learning and to share your experiences.
We have been present in the permacultural world and alternative energy for a while, participating in courses around the world, always enthusiastics in sharing, and we have organized/welcomed some group interested in learning more about permaculture, bio-construction etc. Atenciosamente
Children: Everyone is welcome, but the place might not be adequate in the reception of children yet.

BRA045
City: Resende
State: Rio de Janeiro
Type of property: Sitio
Size (ha): 3,5
Crops: Bana, cafe, horta, roca de milho, feijao, cana de acucar.... de tudo um pouco
We speak: portugues, frances e ingles, espanhol, lo entiendo pero hablar es mas dificil
Description: Montaneous region in the Serra da Mantiqueira, lots of water and mata atlantica...
The area around our house is flat, the rest is inclined, but mostly 'clean' for the horse to eat...
We live in a 50 years old brick house, outside there is a atalier and another small house 10 minutes from ours for wwoofers
Normal washrooms, serpentina showers, solar plate for light
Our activities: a lot of planting, and we want to know more and more about permaculture...
May - June: harvest of coffee
May to August: colecting and usage of bambu and banana leaves, posibility of activities with ecoconstruction
August to September: preparing the soil for planting season: corn, beans, pumpkin, mandioca.
Art craft: jewerly atelie working with silver and sculture on wood
Accomodation: A small house 10 mins from ours (will have to check availability);
A room in our house as well and camping.
A total of 3 volunteers
Food: Brasilian based: rice, beans, mixed…organic whenever possible.
Sometimes meat and fish
We are: a family: Cecile (31 anos), Alvaro (36), Clementine (3) e Noe (1); a horse: Ribeirao and a few chickens
When to come: All year. We won't be able to receive anyone in July & August 2009.
Rainy season (october to march)- everything is harder (activity and access)= rocado e plantacoes (arvores);
feverero e marco: preparacao da horta.
Dry season (april to september) also season of cold (1300m of altitude), good for hiking and turism
Best time to come is dry season
Additional comments: To reach our place it takes one hour and 10 minutes by foot. It can take us more than 15 days to reply to you, as we live more than 25km from where we have access to internet and to get our mail where the letters arrive.
Turism projects with the community (small rural producer) and ecoconstructions.
Period: 15 days renewable
Daily work hour: 4H for breakfast and lunch, 6 days a week.
Children: *No

BRA046
City: Novo Hamburgo
State: Rio Grande do Sul
Type of property: ecological farming - rural
Size (ha): 52
Crops: garden, dairy farm (milking and management of cows), bakery and dairy
We speak: Portuguese, it is necessary that the wwoofer understand and speak a bit of spanish at least.
Description: A cooperative, ecological property with 52 hectares of vegetable, fruit, biscuits, spices, accommodation, rural tourism, production of yogurts, cheese, breads, cookies, visit our website --
Started in 1989, we have been producing and selling organic products (mainly vegetables) in our area. Now we have a bakery and also produce dairy products, with plans of expanding to no-gluten food. During the year, we also receive groups of kids, schools, companies, and religious retreats.
We need the most help with in the summer(december to end-of-March): cleaning, planting and weeding of flower beds, winter (June - september): help in bakery, kitchen (preparing, lunch and cleaning) and garden
We need wwoofers who can speak at least a bit of portugues or spanish.
Accomodation: 2 volunteers, casas mobiliadas
Food: lacto-ovo vegetarian in the cafeteria
We are: a cooperative with 20 participants
When to come: all year
Additional comments: Welcome!
Children: No, because there is no place for the kids to stay at.

BRA047
Not receiving wwoofers at the moment. May 10th, 2010.

BRA048
City: Jaboticabal
State: Sao Paulo
Type of property: Sitio
Size (ha): 18,5
Crops: Hortalicas, frutas, sistemas agroflorestais, ovinocultura, galinhas poedeiras, horta circular.
We speak: portuguese
Description: The activities are integrated in an organic system where the bees and the chickens help in fertilizing the soil and the transformation of the environment. A small fraction of the Cerrado (biome) reflects so that new areas will be regenerated, within the permacultural vision, where all natural elements are the base of our projects. Instalations: three buildings for living, the animals house, house for storage of food and tools.
Activities: mandala gardening (circular), agroflorestal systems, pastos moveis, among others.
Accomodation: Wwoofers can stay at a house, up to 4
Food: Colective kitchen, pre-arranged menu, everyone helps in the kitchen, eat and clean together. Almost all the food comes from our own farm.
We are: A couple with no kids and a couple partner who help us out with the production
When to come: We can receive volunteers in July, October, November, December, February, March and April
Additional comments: We have the pleasure of sharing our knowledge in respect of the nature. We are constantly trying to find a balance between a healthy environment and humans. We need help all the time. And we would prefer those who are concious about our earth, values a healthy lifestyle.
Children: please consult

BRA049
City: Lencois
State: Bahia
Type of property: Fazenda agroecologica
Size (ha): 230
Crops: Fruteiras, arvores/agrofloresta nativa, pimentas,ervas medicinais e especiarias tipo urucum, arueira
We speak: Portuguese
Description: Our fazenda has a house, a deposit, rain water tank, area for planting, pasture and the rest is forest (70%).
On one side we have Marimbus (tropical wetland), very rich in diversity and on the other side we are limited by Serra do Cincora and Capivara river. We are located in a protected area, which is around the National Park of Chapada Diamantina.
Horses and donkeys (a total of 8), gado, fruticulture, beekeeping and native trees. We also process fruits and especiarias.
15km from the city. No bus. The only way to reach us is with car, ride, bicycle, horse, taxi. We can give you a ride if previusly arranged.
Accomodation: We have rooms with beds. One volunteer.
Food: vegetarian with flexibility. Prepared by everyone, including the volunteer. Colective kitchen.
We are: I am a vet (46yrs) with two kids 14 and 19 who live in Salvador
When to come: All year we are open to receive volunteers
Additional comments: Our fazenda it is still at its initial phase. It has been 3 years that we have been working on it. We are still building the infrastructure so at this time it will be good for one volunteer and who is specially interested in helping us through its beginning projects and to work in garden
Children: Not at the moment

BRA051
City: Bugre-Balsa Nova
State: Parana
Type of property: chacra, certified organic production
Size (ha): 32
Crops: horti-fruti, no animals
We speak: Portugues
Description: We have an organic production of fruits and vegetables(no animals) with comercialization in new organic section of the public market of Curitiba.
We provide environmental teaching and alimentary reeducation and we also take part to and host several events.
Accomodation: For now we can receive a maximum of two wwoofers at the same time. We have two private rooms to host you in the house.
Food: We have a collective kitchen, we like to prepare food in group. We are vegetarians so we cook meat free food.
We are: The owner is coordinating the production and comercialization but lives in Curitiba. She visits the \"ch・ara\" several times a week. There are two stable workers involved with the practical work on the ch・ara.
When to come: February to November
Additional comments: We prefer that you stay a minimum of one month.
Children: No

BRA052
City: Seabra
State:Bahia
Type of property:organica
Size (ha): 20
Crops: hortalicas, minhocultura
We speak: Portugues
Description: We have a holistic space with auditorium, kitchen, 2 rooms in the farm, 10Km from the center of the city. There are three main areas of work: hoticultura organica, minhocultura, promoting courses, and training for planting fruits and preservation of refloresting.
Some of the things the volunteer can help us are: keeping record of the information of the horta and minhocario, light activities in the seed nursery and maintaining the gardens, packaging of veggies, cleaning duties of the living area (kitchen, washroom) and take care of your own laundry.
In the farm we also have an area that we work with the agroflorestal system.
Accomodation: 02 volunteers in the farm
Food: macrobiotic or vegetarian
We are: Family: me, wife and 3 sons (18, 17, 10) and colaborators
When to come: 02 volunteers for one month starting september 2009, all year round
Additional comments: We have had experience of hosting people at our place. And believe that it is a mutual benefit to be in touch with other cultures while contruibuiting to a better world. We welcome you to our place!
Children: No

BRA053
City: Colombo
State: Parana
Type of property: chacara
Size (ha): 24000
Crops: batata doce, mandioca, milho, horta organica
We speak: Portugues
Description: In our property there are 4 houses (mine, my parents, and two brothers with their family)
My parents work with the plantation of grama(grameiras), my mother takes of the the garden, chickens, and daily chores in the property.
Some of the activities that we need help with are:
Capinar a plantacao (sweet potato, pumpkin, corn, mandioca, beans)
cut the grass, clean canteiros, planting and seeding of vegetables
take care of the exotic plants in our garden
cut wood for our fireplace
trimming of fruits trees
Accomodation: in the house, space for the wwoofer with a sofa bed (living room) One volunteer. Camping area also available.
Food: vegetarian, with the possibility of wwoofer to make their own meal
We are: myself-an adventurous person- with 3 cats and one dog
When to come: Year around, except for december and january
Additional comments: Where I live is extremely beautiful, a micro paradise. Everyone who visits us love the place.
Children: No

BRA055
City: Brazlandia
State: Distrito Federal
Type of property: Chacara
Size (ha): 37
Crops: Vegetables, fruits, agrofloresta
We speak: Portugues, English, Dutch
Description: Ananda Vasundhara Master Unit is a rural development project, aiming to create self sufficiency for the project and comunity surrounding the project thru combination of ecological farming, education and cottage industry. We are part of a non profit spiritual and social service organization, Ananda Marga and follow the principles of Neohumanism (which in short is love for all humans, other living beings and animate and inanimate) and permaculture. We have just started to develop our project and the main activities right now are related to building up the place for all its (future) activities, through bioconstruction, food forrests, organic farming, as well as starting some comunity service projects. The activities are diverse and any expertice in different fields is welcome. The volunteers work according to the wwoof-brazil recommended hours, but working hours may vary according to the work going on, for exact information better to contact us. We generally work monday thru saturday and have sundays off. Volunteers can stay for a few days or for longer time.
Accomodation:There is one small house with 2 rooms, bathroom and veranda for up to 4 volunteers.
Food: Our food is taken collectively and is lacto-vegetarian (vegan is possible too). We don´t eat onion, garlic and mushrooms. And no alcohol is allowed.
We are: The project is run by a yogic nun who has dedicated her life to self-realization and service to humanity. I teach yoga and meditation and besides this work as a missionary of Ananda Marga to serve the community where needed. Usually there are some volunteers and local people nearby, and we have dogs, cats and many other interesting creatures nearby.
When to come: We can receive volunteers the whole year around. Just let us know ahead when you want to come.
Additional comments: We are open for anyone interested to work in a spiritual environment, and expect that you will respect our spiritual norms and values during your stay. Smoking and drinking is not allowed.
Children: yes

BRA056
City: Piata
State: Bahia
Type of property: projeto para uma ECOVILA
Size (ha): 30
Crops: pomar
We speak: Portugues
Description: Located in a very special place, where Rio de Contas in Chapada Diamantina is born.
Simple house, with three rooms, hot water, recuperation of fruits trees, apiculture and garden.
We are interested in preserving and producing healthy food.
We are looking to start an ecovillage.
At this time we would prefer people with some knowledge in ecovillages, and who are eager to each stage of the project.
The day usually starts at 7am, breakfast at 8am, following with the list of priorities for that day.
Accomodation: at the house, also space for camping, hot water shower
Food: Open kitchen, daily chores shared and organized with wwoofers, vegetarian or not.
We are: there are 3 of us
When to come: all year round, please contact us to arrange details
Additional comments: n/a
Children: yes

BRA058
City: Bonito
State: Mato Grosso do Sul
Type of property: area rural, ribeirinha
Size (ha): 37
Crops: mudas de nativas, e comestiveis
We speak: Portugues
Description: An area of 37 ha, characteristic of the Cerrado, at the margins of Formoso river. The owners aquired the property in 1997 to start a turist business.
In 2001, we received our first visitors interested in arborism.
Since the beginning we have always tried to use the resources and materials in our area, with construction techniques of low impact, following the fundamentals of permaculture.
From 2007, doors have opened to permacultural projects, courses to high school students..
we get busier and you will see more people when we have those courses.
we are planning to build a nursery for native mudas so we can eventually use them to reflorest our area and distribute the extra
Activities which wwoofers will be helping with are contruction, restauration, planting, artcraft-in a relaxed atmosphere where the wwoofer may engage in the activities accordingly.
Accomodation: colective room in a beautiful separate house, with beds, some books, small living room, protected
Also, hammocks can be put up in the open structures as well
a maximum of 4 volunteers
Food: Normally we eat a lot of vegetables, beans, dough, meat very seldom. Colective kitchen, shared chores, served together.
We are: We are a family of four, with friends who help us out.
Everyone involved has sincere interest and will to work towards something we believe in.
When to come: the times are not defined, as it will depend on when we will be available to receive people. Most of the time we will be welcoming wwoofers except for december, january, february and july.
Additional comments: n/a
Children: please contact us to discuss

BRA061
City: Palmeiras
State: Bahia
Type of property: rural
Size (ha): 0.4
Crops: organic vegetables and fruits trees, medicinal herbs
We speak: Portuguese
Description: small plot of land, with river, part agroflorestry, mandala garden, a house, dry toilet, an orchard, an artesanal studio, a wood-fired oven for pizzas and bread, no electricity but looking at installing a solar plate
Accomodation: 1-4 volunteers, depending when there might be a comunal room, best will be camping.
Food: colective kitchen, vegetarian
We are: 2 people, always open to visitors, the local community also participates in the activities
When to come: all year
Additional comments: Welcome to artists who wants to share their arts, musicians (here we play in a band and there is possibility of recording).
Children: yes

BRA064
City: Rio Pomba
State: Minas Gerais
Type of property: Small farm
Size (ha): 47
Crops: Food forest, gardens, herbs, jussara (a kind of palm tree)
We speak: Portugues, English, german (basic) and spanish
Description: We are a mixed of institute of alternative tecnologyes and ecovillage. We live in five friends working toghether on bioconstruccion, food forest using tradional variety. we raise bees, we have a horse to give us a little help hand some times, looking for to be self-suficient in food. We are linked with the agroecology course of the Federal Institute in Rio Pomba to work in a degrades part of our property wich was destroyed for the milk extensive produccion. We have acoomodation for until 2 voluntaries for the moment but we wish receive more voluntaries at the same time. Our meals are vegetarians and we apreciatte play music every day!! Come to visit us we need exchange knowledge!!!
Accomodation: 2 beds or camping area as wish. We have acoomodation for until 2 voluntaries for the moment but we wish receive more voluntaries at the same time as sson as possible.
Food: Vegetarian meals and we eat all togehther.
We are: 5 friends, a dog, a cat and 5 goats.
When to come: always
Additional comments: n/a
Children: yes

BRA065
City: Itacare
State: Bahia
Type of property: Farm - aiming on self- sufficiency
Size (ha): 5
Crops: fruit and veges, focusing on planting Mangoistene, Bananas and Coco.
We speak: English, portuguese
Description: Partly mata rainforested area over looking the Rio du Contas and the ocean. Treks to the water falls, surfing trip to empty breaks. Only 15 min out side of Itacare.
Accomodation: Tents as many that come. Hamock sleep max 4. More accomodations will be available with completion of construction. Several tree houses are in the plans.
Food: A variety of foods. Fruits and vegtable gardens are a plenty. Wwoofers can feel free to cook with what grows around.
We are: Guy from New Zealand moved here 6 years ago. Work as a carpenter and running a pousada in Itacare.
When to come: Anytime
Additional comments: Fruit cocktails are accepted and we encourage a general good time.
Children: Yes

BRA066
Nao estamos recebendo wwoofers neste momento./ Not taking wwoofers at this time. May 28th, 2010

BRA067
City: Resende
State: Rio de Janeiro
Type of property: sitio
Size (ha): 1.5
Crops: corn, beans, cassava, vegetables, etc …
We speak: Portugues, italian (basic)
Description: big covered garden, organic products, a chicken coop -not
functioning at the time, two woods, Madeira de Lei trees, nursery seedlings of fruit trees and ornamental plants.
Accomodation: a room with bathroom in the house, for two.
Food: shared cooking, natural and wholefood meals, with consumption of meat ocasionally.
We are: myself, my daughter and 3 grandchildren, 4 dogs who takes care of our house.
When to come: February, March, April, may, august, september, october, november
Additional comments: We will learn together, it will be an exchange, an exchange in all possible ways. We like people who are interested in planting, tea, cooking, crafts, etc..people who like to exchange experiences.
Children: not at the moment.

BRA068
City: Terenos
State: Mato Grosso do Sul
Type of property: Farm (in certification phase)
Size (ha): 900
Crops: hortfruti (fruits and vegetables) citrus, livestock breed of wagyu and natural agriculture
We speak: Portugues, japanese(fluent), english (basic)
Description: Located at 15km of Terenos (15.000 habitants) and 50km from Campo Grande (700.000 habitants) in the state of Mato grosso do sul, 1050 km from Sao Paulo.
900 hectares, with varied farming activities like natural agriculture, livestock (porks), 50 ha of native fruits, 35 ha of citrus tree (poncan).
Some of the activities are: planting of fruits, vegetables, seedling of forage grass species (Brachiaria) and legumes, making our own compost.
facilities: served by dining and kitchen, bedrooms with bathrooms, electricity, phone and internet in the city.
Accomodation: Wwoofers can stay at three different locations: at the farm (2 rooms, 6 people); organic garden in campo grande (1 room, 4 people); livestock farm (4 rooms, 15 people)
Food: served to the volunteers (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) Monday to Friday. On the weekends, wwoofers will need to cook.
We are: japanese family who immigrated to Brasil for more than 30 years.
When to come: we are open all year, depending on the availability.
Additional comments: Our objectives are to produce food with better quality, greater quantity with minimum or not impact to the environment, making agriculture more sustainable, thinking about the happiness of man in harmony with nature. get closer to nature. await your contact
Children: yes

サンパウロから約１０００キロ離れたカンポグランデという町です
愛媛県出身。中高は岡山県。観光に来たまま在伯３４年。
いまだにブラきちを続けております。残りの人生、何か地球、 自然、そして社会に多少でも貢献したいと考えております。 自然大好き、美味しい物大好き、人間大好き。 盛和塾ブラジルで勉強させて頂いております。
→周辺には、パンタナール、 ボニートなどブラジル有数の観光地があり、ボリビア、 パラグアイにも近く行けます。

○事業内容
→ 亜熱帯向きの牧草の種子生産・販売。特に亜熱帯向きのマメ科（ 主体事業）
→ 自然農法に基づく養鶏、和牛を中心とした牧畜（最大限、 自然有機循環農業に努力してます）
→ 自然農法に基づく野菜作り
○目的 →自然と調和した、 おいしい食を広く多量に提供することによって、 本来的な人の幸福を普及させること
○野菜作り →牧草の種生産に伴う副産物を粉状にしたもの（ マメ科のアルファッファと同等の栄養価がある） をミミズの餌とし、 それを食べたミミズが畑を耕すことによって土地ができ、 その土地で野菜を作る
現在は、 0.4 ヘクタールの土地で野菜作りを行ってます。 今後は、さらに規模を拡大したいと思ってます。 はじめたばかりで未熟な点が多くありますが、同じ想いをもって、 一緒に切磋琢磨して頂ける方を募集してます。
○その他→仕事が休みの日には、川くだり、釣り、乗馬、 バーベキューなども楽しめます

BRA069
City: Paraty
State: Rio de Janeiro
Type of property: Sitio
Size (ha): 19
Crops: Seedlings of native trees, family-run organic farm
We speak: Portuguese
Description: We are located at 15Km from the center of Paraty in the Serra da Biocaina. Our work involves: cultivation of native trees of the Mata Atlantica, develop 'templates' for sustainability and organic continuation, our construtions methods follow indigenous techniques while using modern materials, organic farming based in the principles of agroforestry, and reflorestation.
Activities for wwoofers: planting at the nursery, colectinb seeds, at the organic farm, daily chores, etc.
Accomodation: Two rooms in a house for 3 wwoofers, space for camping (3)
Food: Kosher (no red meat and chicken), colective kitchen.
We are: a family, a company, an institution…with dogs! And with lots of energy!
When to come: all year, depending on the availability
Additional comments: n/a
Children: yes

BRA070
City: Viamao
State: Rio Grande do Sul
Type of property: Rural EcoTurismo
Size (ha): 10
Crops: Bambu, feijao, Horta, Cana de Acucar, leite
We speak: Portugues
Description: Our main activity is to receive groups interested in hosting events related to nature. We are about an hour from Porto Alegre.
Main house with an event hall (80m2), lodging space with washrooms and
colective kitchen.
Stables and engine room. Creations pony, cow and oxen, and 3 dogs.
A few of the projects: started an experimental bambu (guadua) forest, recuperation of the matas nativas.
We prefer people with skills in bio-construction, electrician, irrigation, and with good heart and dedication.
We look forward to those with great attitude and who wants to know more about the south of Brazil.
There is tons to do! See you soon!
Accomodation: We can receive up to 4 volunteers.
Food: colective kitchen
We are: a couple, children who doesn't live with us.
When to come: all year
Additional comments: we look forward to receiving wwoofers!
Children: no

BRA072
City: Rolandia
State: Parana
Type of property: Rural lodge with production of organic jams, pates and liqueurs
Size (ha): 7.2
Crops: Several fruits like mango, banana, jabuticaba, guava, Jussara, raspberry.
We speak: Portuguese, German, English and some French.
Description: We are located about 30 minutes from Londrina, 7.2 hectares of land, where 1/3 of the land is preserved, with a small river with a waterfall, nature trail, organic orchards, one horse
We receive visitors for weekend visits or for their holidays at one of the two cottages available and we also produce fruits jams which we sell them.
Accomodation: Can receive up to 2 volunteers giving each one a room with 1 bed. The bathroom is communal.
Food: Cook for everyone (whether guests or helpers) and eat together. Vegetarian.
We are: Grandparents, Father, mother and two children, we have 3 dogs, 1 horse
When to come: We receive volunteers throughout the year.
Additional comments: n/a
Children: yes

BRA073
City: Santo Antonio de Posse
State: Sao Paulo
Type of property: Agro organic livestock
Size (ha): 150
Crops: fruits, vegetables, dairy
We speak: Portuguese
Description: A farm producing fruits, cereals, milk, dairy products and cereal processing.
Accomodation: A house with 2 bedrooms, kitchen and bathroom for up to 4 people
Food: partially organic food served at the family or providing food for their preparation
We are: 3 owner families and 10 families colaborators. We have dogs, some horses and other domestic animals and others
When to come: all year
Additional comments: no
Children: yes

BRA074
City: Alexania
State: Goias
Type of property: Organic Farm
Size (ha): 44
Crops: shiitake mushroom, small garden, orchard and apiary
We speak: Portuguese and English
Description: Our property is totally organic and certified, the main crop being shiitake mushroom. Furthermore, we have a garden, an orchard, a rustic chicken coop, a small apiary and a nursery (variety of ornamental trees and medicinal) which needs to be organized. The total area is approximately 3 hectares with the crops and the four houses and a barn. The rest of the property is part of preserved area of savanna (Cerrado). Water is from our land. It also has a stream and spring. Our aim is to become a model site of autosuficiency. We welcome all skills specially those who know about generation of electricity, maximizing local inputs, improvement of productivity, alternative constructions, and implementation of couses in the area of self-development, and natural cooking. Use of alcohol and other drugs, legalized or not, are not allowed.
Accomodation: A guest house with two rooms with capacity for up to six people each, shared bathroom. There is also another room within the building of the restaurant. And for those who prefer to camp, there is plenty of space in the garden. Please bring your own tent and gear. The number of volunteers will depend on the season, which is varied. Rainy season, we need help with maintaining the garden and the place, cutting grass, plants, gardening, planting of trees, etc. Dry season, we focus on watering the entire crop, beekeeping, and other. Depending on the wwoofers skill we can suggest the best time to visit us!
Food: Weekdays, the meals will be in two houses. In the house of the worker (which includes red meat) and the owner's house (lighter meals: vegetables, mushrooms, chicken or fish). On the weekends, the kitchen duties will be shared.
We are: a couple, a chef friend, and a helper and friends and family at different periods. Wild cats and dogs. There are a few horses.
When to come: Please let us know so we can arrange something, the times are varied. At first from March-June, August to November. In periods of mushroom planting help is particularly welcomed!
Additional comments: n/a
Children: yes

BRA075
City: Marau
State: Bahia
Type of property: Farm
Size (ha): 230
Crops: Cocoa, acai, seringueira(rubber tree), indian clove
We speak: Portuguese, English, Spanish and German.
Description: A farm that focuses on preservation of the Atlantic Forest. Cultures that do not occupy more than 25% of the total area, focuses on Agroforestry System (AFS). We raise chickens, sheep and native stingless bees.
The main house is comfortable with European standards with a library and musical instruments. We offer the main house as "Farm" with 6 rooms for (paying) guests.
Volunteers can help in the collection and processing of cocoa and acai. Who has skill can also help in improving the infrastructure of homes and garden.
Accomodation: Besides the main house we offer 3 more bedrooms, a basement of 80m 2, and areas for camping. At the headquarters there are 7 full bathrooms. A 3 volunteers at the same time.
Food: The kitchens are open, depending on availability and ability of visitors cooking can be collective. We give preference to traditional and regional dishes. (Bahian cuisine is rich in traditional dishes brought from Africa by slaves).
We are: a couple with a child born in 2007. I was born in Bahia but I am of German descent. My wife is native to the region.
When to come: We can receive volunteers throughout the year. In the summer season (December to February) the main house may be occupied by guests, but we can always find a way to accommodate you.
Additional comments: We have created a non-profit organization to support the rural properties around us, and intend to start a school, 'Rural Family House', at our farm.
Children: yes

BRA076
City: Porto Alegre
State: Rio Grande do Sul
Type of property: Small property with ecological production
Size (ha): 2
Crops: Horticulture, fruit growing and self-consumption crops
We speak: Portuguese
Description: Ecological production following the principles of agroecology, activities in agro-tourism, culture and cuisine workshops with unconventional food plants (PANC). Rustic but confortable instalations. No smoking permitted.
Accomodation: Two bedrooms with beds for a total of 4 people.
Food: Kitchen for everyone to serve together. Diet Lacto-ovo vegetarian.
We are: couple with nephew, dogs and cat.
When to come: all year
Additional comments: The property has partnerships with universities by recieving students completing their Masters and PhD and accepts interns from various related courses. We are part of the Association of Ecological Producers of Lami and the Asociacion Rural Porto Alegre.
Children: no

BRA077
City: Campo Largo
State: Parana
Type of property: Rural
Size (ha): 30
Crops: Vegetables, orchard, chicken coop, cabril, erva mate
We speak: Portuguese
Description: On the site we Vegetables, orchard, chicken coop, cabril, mate. We also have a bit of alternative energy, an industry of teas, a workshop of shoes ...
Volunteers can help with all kind of tasks. Can help in the garden, the orchard, the workshop, washing dishes, the chicken .. Our community is located in a semi-rural environment in Campo Largo, the capital of the state of Parana. We are part of a couple of sister-communities in Brazil that are running for more than 15 years. Our main occupations are organic gardening, whole wheat bread baking, and the development of alternative energy using permaculture methods. Our life together in
community is a simple expression of the love we have for one another. The deep personal relationships we have with each other are being built daily through our common life in the community. Our community and our common life together are based on our obedience to the simple, clear teachings of our master Yahshua, the Son of God. Our lives and relationships are being
restored daily through our life of love. We invite and welcome all who are interested in our life and our community to come and visit. Our homes and our hearts are open to you.
Accomodation: Rooms with beds and cabana. Can receive up to 5
Food: collective kitchen, eat all together. We are almost vegetarians.
We are: A community of 60 people
When to come: all year round
Additional comments: n/a
Children: yes, but we give notice before

BRA079
City: Jardim Floresta, 35Km de Presidente Figueiredo
State: Amazonas
Type of property: private
Size (ha): 140
Crops: we have a wide variety of fruit and palmtrees, these include mango, avocado, cacao, brazilian nut, papaya, banana, biriba, acai, tucuma, pupunha, buruti…
We speak: Portuguese, English, German, Dutch, Japanese, Spanish
Description: We are located in the Amazon of Brazil, 125km north of Manaus. The property covers 140 hectares of virgin rainforest with rivers and hills, springs and valleys. About one hectar of the land is planted with a wide variety of native and tropical fruit- and palmtrees. We have started in 2007, things are still in development and not all plants are producing yet. We do permaculture and our objective is to promote and develop ecologically sound and healthy living. Our hut can not be reached by car as it is beyond the end of the road and we have to walk about 20 minutes to reach it. Living conditions are very basic: little electricity (solar panels), no telephone or internet (at the closest city -Presidente Figueiredo), drinking water comes from a fresh water spring on the property, personal hygiene and washing your clothes will take place in the river.
Accomodation: Currently we only have one hut and we will all sleep together in it. We will sleep in hammocks. There is room for a maximum of 4 volunteers.
Food: We will cook the food together and decide on what to eat. Still the food will be mostly vegetarian. We will use as much as we can from our own produce.
We are: Up to now it is only one person
When to come: In principle all year round. But please contact us in advance to know when it is best.
Additional comments: no
Children: No

BRA080
City: Taquara/TresCoroas
State: Rio Grande do Sul
Type of property: Rural - eco-turism - starting project
Size (ha): 5
Crops: horticulture for guests' consumption
We speak: Portuguese, French, English and spanish
Description: In a rural area of 5 hectares in the Atlantic Forest, with two waterfalls and an old orchard. The Refuge was created with the goal of bringing visitors from the Khadro Ling Tibetan Buddhist Temple located in Rio Grande do Sul, a five minutes drive from the property ( 4 kmts). The project of self-sustaining is in the process of being implemented, would like to receive volunteers to help with creating an organic garden and herbs for consumption by residents and guests (24 people), and the creation of a system of dehydration of fruits. I am also interested in planting fruit trees in the area that is available. I am currently installing solar collectors for water heating in bathrooms and kitchen. There a possibility to install a mini hydro power taking advantage of existing waterfalls in the valley.
Accomodation: Two per season. Minimum 30 days, maximum of 6 months. Dormitories in bunk beds. Collective baths. We provide accommodation, food and bedding washed. Preference for non-smokers and to those who have new ideas and experiences which can be helpful to the projects mentioned (starting a organic garden, drying of fruits, other projects as they come).
Food: Natural food, organic, fish and possibly meat. The kitchen is open and meals will be made in conjunction with the owner.
We are: The owner is a journalist, practitioners of Tibetan Buddhism, and the property has two employees and four dogs. The frequency is higher and breakfasts on weekends, can reach 24 people.
When to come: All year, for a minimum of 30 days and a maximum of six months. Renewal is subject to assessment of the support offered.
Additional comments: I would like to receive people who have commitment and participate in all activities of daily life of the property.
Children: No

BRA081
City: Guarapuava
State: Parana
Type of property: small property
Size (ha): 5
Crops: shitake mushrooms, shimeji, organic garden, fish and flowers.
We speak: Portuguese
Description: Small property, organic, with permacultural activities, with a main house, another for visitors, production sheds and greenhouse, tanks of fish, beekeeping, and we offer courses once in a while (agroecology, yoga, natural food, ufology, and Rahma groups). We have routine activities and other activities depending on the time you visit us. In exchange for your help, we will provide you with accomodation and food. Food will be prepared by the volunteer.
Accomodation: Place for camping, house for guests. We can receive up to 5 volunteers.
Food: Cooking is done by the volunteer in the visitor's house.
We are: A family with 5 people, dogs.
When to come: The activities are year round; we welcome wwoofers all year.
Additional comments: We welcome volunteers who are open to a new world - healthier, enviromentally correct with a lot of cooperation and sharing.
Children: yes

BRA082
City: Carlos Euler (Passa Vinte)
State: Minas Gerais
Type of property: Reforestation of the Atlantic Forest-not a farm
Size (ha): 75
Crops: curitiba, cinnamon, guapuruvu, Brazilian wood, pau ferro
We speak: Portuguese
Description: We are dedicated to reforesting the property with all the native species that are in extinction. We collect the seeds, cultivate and plant them. The functional activities are: cut grass, collect seeds, plant, arrange the beds, catalog, to geo-reference the locations of planting . Other activities could be arranged according to wwoofers' skill. There is a lot of potential for other activities for reasearch specially as we are located in an area where the Atlantic Forest and Cerrado (savanna ecoregion) meet.
Accomodation: We have a house available with: 2 bedrooms, bathroom, living room, kitchen. Can receive up to 4 volunteers.
Food: Meals are prepared by us during the day.
We are: A family that resides in Rio de Janeiro and that every weekend goes to the farm to continue with the farm work. There are 3 employees working in the property during the week.
When to come: all year
Additional comments: Our mission is to show our neighbors that there are other sources of income besides milk, because the region is a major producer of dairy products, which creates deforestation to allow open pastures.
Children: no

BRA084
City: Una
State: Bahia
Type of property: Agroflorestal farm ? organic producer certified by IBD (Instituto Brasileiro de Biodinamica)
Size (ha): 37
Crops: Agroflorestal system and permaculture used for cocoa, coconut, banana, rubber tree, manioc, etc
We speak: Portuguese
Description: The farm is located in the city of Una ? south of Bahia, distant 48 Km from Ilheus. We’re part of an ecological corridor formed by the Biological Reserve of Una and other farms; this reserve is considered one of the most important in Brazil due to its biodiversity. The farm has a permanent view to the ocean and has a beautiful river surrounding its area. By walking just 1 km is possible to enjoy a good bath in Dependence bay (3 rivers that arrive on the sea) and on a desert beach. Temperatures in this region in Bahia are very nice, our summer (January to May - dry season) is around 28C and in winter (June to October - rainy season) is around 18C. It is a tropical humid zone. The property is still under development and just work with permaculture / agroflorestal systems and bioconstruction techniques. We’re willing to create and expand our activities through sustainable development. We want to start apiculture activities and this region is very well-known by its production of polen, honey and propolis. Any knowledge in this area will be very helpful! During 2010 we are planning to organize many activities and volunteers are more than welcome to participate and share with us a good community life. Some of 2010 activities are: - Bioconstruction using adobe, cob, calfitice and other techniques to build a new house, small structures like dry toilets and a new rain water usage system. - Planning and execution of preparing the soil, planting, harvesting, etc cocoa, banana, manioc, etc. Other activities will be according to season and/or as needed. - Veggie Garden - compost, plant, weed, etc... - Tropical Fruits care, multiplication and harvest - Vivarium care
Accomodation: We have basic facilities, communal house to accommodate 4 people (please bring all your sleeping gear) and a big camping site, kitchen and shower to share with everybody. We use solar electricity only.
Food: Lacto-vegetarian and fish in general, but Wwoofers are free to cook their own meal if want.
We are: We’re 2 life-friends and 2 dogs who share a dream of build a natural life with better quality and minimum or not impact to the environment, making agriculture more sustainable, thinking about the happiness of man in harmony with nature.
When to come: All year round.
Additional comments: Wwoofers are very welcome to bring an spirit of union, solidarity and interest in community life. To bring good will and genuine desire to share life and culture to our local comumnities as well as to receive our native culture with genuine consideration with respect to all individuals. In case of health problems, vices, etc we appeal to WWOOFers to inform us ahead of time.
Children: Yes

BRA087
City: Chapadao do Ceu
State: Goias
Type of property: farm
Size (ha): 366
Crops: agroflorest, permaculture
We speak: Portuguese
Description: The farm is located on the banks of the Rio Formoso (a good river for swimming and rowing) close to the National Park EMAS in the state of GOIAS. Our place has been created to by a group of friends, with the objective to start a permacultural station, and with it to save the planet. We are working with agroforestry and permaculture. We have compost, a system of evapotranspiration, nurseries, orchards, agroforestry areas and ecological buildings. Our farm is free of alcohol, cigarettes, drugs and weapons. We receive volunteers as needed seasonally and also welcome students.
Accomodation: Area for camping and a lodge. 5 to 8 volunteers.
Food: vegetarian food and homemade, colective kitchen
We are: an NGO with families and coaches.
When to come: all year
Additional comments: We aim to make a better world with techniques and alternative crops. Bringing opportunities to study and practice of work and leisure.
Children: yes
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BRA088
City: Sao Carlos
State: Sao Paulo
Type of property: Urban, with production for self-sufficiency
Size (ha): 1
Crops: vegetables and fruits
We speak: Portuguese, english, spanish and russian
Description: We are located near the center of the city of San Carlos (15 minutes walk distance to the centre of the city). We are currently working on implementation of systems that will let us become autonomous in all areas possible - many of these projects started from collective studies of permaculture. Other activities are: horticulture and maintenance of everything - beds, nursery, seed, composters etc. - is an ongoing task and with it we strive to achieve self-sufficiency. Also, there are two three-story buildings already constructed, with bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, living rooms and a space for musical practice.
Accomodation: a room for two wwoofers.
Food: open and colective kitchen, mix diet, tend to be vegetarian.
We are: 4 people and a giant cat-Golias.
When to come: We can always receive wwoofers when we are not travelling.
Additional comments: Please write or call if you want to chat or ask something.
Children: yes

BRA089
City: Palmeiras de Goias
State: Goias
Type of property: agricultural / organic gardening / herbs
Size (ha): 20
Crops: organic herbs
We speak: Portuguese
Description: House with 3 rooms, large kitchen. We enjoy cooking and music. We need help to get ready for our planting season which starts approximately starts October until about March. Welcome!
Accomodation: podemos receber ate duas pessoas por periodo pre agendado. Quarto com cama dentro de casa.
Food: the volunteer will be eating the same as we, free diet
We are: a family with three kids, dogs and many family and friends visiting us all the time.
When to come: October- March, with previous arrangment.
Additional comments: We always try to grow and develop spiritually. To care for humans and animals, and nature will always be our concern.
Children: sim

BRA091
City: Sao Joao da B. Vista
State: Sao Paulo
Type of property: Farm
Size (ha): 10
Crops: Vegetables
We speak: Portuguese, english, french
Description: In our 10 hectares land we grow vegetables and will soon be hosting 100 saanen goats in order to produce organic goat cheese. In this way, activities in the farm involve mostly the vegetable garden and the goat\'s facility (milking, feeding, making cheese, cutting grass etc). Up in the Mantiqueira Mountains, 1500 m high, we have a beautiful view of over 20 cities.
Accomodation: We have 3 rooms available with 2 beds each so we can take up till 6 volunteers at a time.
Food: Volunteers will have access to the kitchen and will be able to cook to themselves as they like. We also prepare brazilian everyday food which consists in rice, beans, meats, salads, vegetables, juices and fruits.
We are: We are 2 brothers and a sister (28 to 35 years-old) who inherited this farm from our Dad. We have 3 dogs and there is a couple who live here and work for us. Iracy will cook and clean the dishes for us.
When to come: We accept volunteers any time of the year for at least 1 week.
Additional comments:n/a
Children: no

BRA092
City: Paraty
State: Rio de Janeiro
Type of property: Family farm
Size (ha): 2.6
Crops: Horticulture, organic garden and orchard
We speak: Portuguese
Description: We are located in the Atlantic Forest, very cold in the winter (June-August), summer very hot(December-March). Bring boots or running shoes. Most of the time we spend in the garden, tending for the nursing beds, taking care of the seedling in the greenhouse, in some seasons we also harvest coffee, pruning, harvest cassava, beans, corn .... and planting throughout the year, following the biodynamic calendar. We wake up with the sun and sleep at sunset. And whenever we have free time, we go the falls.
Accomodation: Place for camping. No rooms available. We can receive 4-5 volunteers.
Food: We are vegetarians, open kitchen, eat together after prayer.
We are: Ana (mom),Case(father),Ze Bento (5 year old kid),Pedro (gato)and Shira (gata).
When to come: all year, with a limit of 10 days max. per stay.
Additional comments: n/a
Children: yes

BRA093
City: Pirenopolis
State: Goias
Type of property: rural
Size (ha): 5
Crops: vegetables and flowers
We speak: Portuguese
Description: reforested area with a lot of water, agroforestry, our lovely home and a restaurant. It has been 10 years since we started to work on recuperating our land. With a lot of work-weeding and planting of native plants over the years, now we have a area full of trees. There is a garden and we are also looking to start planting more edible and ornamental flowers. We need help in all areas.
Accomodation: Can receive up to 4 guests in a cabin equipped with bath, electric shower and a mini kitchen.
Food: food served and the possibility of cooking it yourself
We are: Mother and two children
When to come: all year
Additional comments: We are seeking volunteers to expand activities, planting of ornamental and edible flowers as well.
Children: yes

BRA094
City: Casimiro de Abreu
State: Rio de Janeiro
Type of property: small property in development
Size (ha): 100
Crops: banana, pineapple
We speak: Portuguese
Description: Property under development, will soon become a private preserved natural heritage (conservation area designated by the government). The facilities are poor and need reform, so I will provide lodging at my house, which is 6km from the farm. I'm interested in getting people who have any interest in bio-construction to start with the reform of the place. Organic production, which would transform it in an agroforestry system. Mostly for self consumption. The volunteers were helping an average of six hours daily.
Accomodation: 1 room with two mattresses in my house. If you wish, wwoofers can camp at the farm.
Food: I can cook a few days and provide food for wwoofers to cook.
We are: myself and the farm keeper and family
When to come: anytime, 3 volunteers
Additional comments: n/a
Children: no

BRA095
City: Nova Friburgo
State: Rio de Janeiro
Type of property: Farm/wildlife sanctuary
Size (ha): 96
Crops: manioc, maize, beans, initiating extensive permaculture gardens, food and medicinal herbs
We speak: Portuguese
Description: Most of the property is covered with rain forest, about 8 hectares is not covered. The farm is surrounded by two rivers, we have about 3 km of riverbank with high possibilities for swimming, canoeing, rafting etc.. and we have a small inn, 5 suites. We started to build an ecovillage on the property, based on bio-building and permaculture. We are looking for volunteers to help plant the gardens and assist in the construction of necessary structures.
Accomodation: We have a camp and a cabin with a bathroom and a wood stove... can receive up to 6 volunteers
Food: We are vegetarians ... but we have no prejudice about other diets. Kitchen and food will be available to wwoofers.
We are: Three friends (two man one woman), caretaker and his family, some friends who help realize our projects, somtimes we have workshops and courses, working with alternative therapies, and the purpose of our place is: learn to live in harmony with nature, see
When to come: all year
Additional comments: n/a
Children: yes

BRA096
City: Casimiro de Abreu
State: Rio de Janeiro
Type of property: Private Natural Heritage Reserve
Size (ha): 556.5
Crops: Agroforestry, organic gardening and flowers
We speak: Portuguese
Description: Our place is located at 105Km from Rio de Janeiro. With a total area of 556.5 ha, 91% is made up of Atlantic Forest. Since 1988 our fazenda has been recognized as Natural Reseve. Wwoofers will be helping out with feeding of chickens and birds, organic garden, agroforestry, cleaning of trails accessing to the main house and trails in the property; making cheese, sweets, jams; fermanting and drying of food. Other activities will be according to what projects we have scheduled for the year, bioconstruction (to start June 2010). Wwoofers will be expected to help out for about 6 hours. The schedule of activities is subject to choice / suitability of the applicant's experience.
Accomodation: Lodging and camping. Ten volunteers.
Food: We east a lot of raw food. Cooking together.
We are: A couple in love with nature, we would like to create and mulitiplicate how to produce and eat well while living in a reserve.
When to come: all year
Additional comments: Always welcome!
Children: Yes

BRA097
City: Sao Luiz do Paraitinga
State: Sao Paulo
Type of property: Organic Farm since 2009
Size (ha): 319
Crops: pigs, dairy cattle, broilers and honey
We speak: Portuguese, English
Description: located in the Serra do Mar, near the State Park Serra do Mar (Nucleo Santa Virginia). Approximately 180km from Sao Paulo. We need all kinds of help: animal care (cleaning, feeding, etc), cleaning, and work depending on the season what the priority is. Key requirements: non-smoker, very hard worker (we are still in the initial phases) and comfortable with isolation (nearest real towns, Sao Luiz do Paraitinga and Ubatuba, are each 1 hour and 15 minutes away).
Accomodation: bedroom with three beds, separate from the main house
Food: collective kitchen
We are: a family - husband and wife and son (21 years)
When to come: all year
Additional comments: n/a
Children: No

BRA098
City: Teresopolis
State: Rio de Janeiro
Type of property: Family farm
Size (ha): 30
Crops: Corn, Cassava, Yam, Spices, Beans, Peanut, Coffee, Potato, Onion, Cane, and other fruits and vegetables.
We speak: Portuguese
Description: Family owned farm, located at 40km of Teresopolis, about 120 km from Rio de Janeiro. We grow a variety of produce all based in the concepts of agroflorestry. We work together with nature, seeking integration with the environment we live in, food sustainability, financial and cultural. We sell only the excess of our production at the farmer's market twice a week in Teresopolis. We plant: corn, corn, cassava, yams, spices, beans, peanut, coffee, potato, onion, cane, and other fruits and vegetables. And we also practice apiculture. Activities will vary according to season. We ask for 6 hours of help daily, with activities such as: preparing the soil, plant, harvest, organizing the space, weeding, food processing, packaging and selling.
Accomodation: House for volunteers, 2 max, with kitchen where volunteers can cook if they wish. Wwoofers are responsible for keeping the place clean. There is a library with books, magazines, guides and handouts regarding activities at our place and just research material.
Food: Breakfast, lunch and snacks and fruits of the season are available
We are: A family: myself, daughter with her husband, and my grandson. There are ther people at our place, who are taking classes, or who come to colaborate permanently.
When to come: all year
Additional comments: We check our emails twice a week (saturdays and Wednesdays).
Children: yes, as long as there is a way to take care of them.

BRA099
City: Conceicao do Almeida
State: Bahia
Type of property: Family farm
Size (ha): 10
Crops: arrowroot, cocoa, cows
We speak: Portuguese
Description: Our site is located at 160Km from Salvador. We mainly produce arrowroot. We need more help in the winter (June-August), but there is always work. We are also planning to implement agroforestry. We can give you a ride at the station if you let us know in advance!
Accomodation: a bedroom in the house, one volunteer
Food: breakfast: fresh milk (cow) or powder, bananas, bread and butter lunch: normal night: Mingala, and usually soup japa, cashew, mango, etc.. We always eat according to season, so it varies all the time.
We are: family, two children, girl who works here
When to come: all year - (with exeption of October-November 2010, traveling at the time)
Additional comments: n/a
Children: no

BRA100
City: Piata
State: Bahia
Type of property: Family farm
Size (ha): 4
Crops: coffee, banana
We speak: Portuguese, french
Description: small family farm, with production of organic coffee and dried bananas, beautiful location, lots of water and waterfalls in the region.
Accomodation: accommodation available for 3 people in a simple but clean and pleasant structure.
Food: natural and tasty cuisine.
We are: A couple, no kids
When to come: From December to April.
Additional comments: n/a
Children: No

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