Beach/mountain cleaning supporter
Coordinator | Jose
Coordinator | Jose
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Highlights
Improve the coastal and ocean ecosystem by making sure that none of the trash kills marine life or is toxic enough to disrupt the marine life cycle.
Do good for the environment
Be concerned about the environmental impact of our actions
Learn or improve your Spanish while being involved in Spanish way of life
Contribute to the health of oceans and mountains doing something rewarding for the lives of others
Since many beaches and mountains are not yet adequately protected from an environmental point of view, the support of volunteers is required.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 14+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+
Wheel Chairs
Since many beaches and mountains are not yet adequately protected from an environmental point of view, the support of volunteers is required. With your volunteer work in this project, you make a significant contribution to the preservation of ecosystems and marine and environmental life. Information, awareness and educational work towards people to take an active role in change and to be more aware of what each of us can contribute so that the environmental impact is one of the significant tasks of this program.
The objective of this project is to improve the quality of sea water, collecting kilos/pounds of garbage from beaches and/or mountains, protect natural and marine ecosystems, preserve places for surfers, pedestrians and hikers, educate people about pollution and what each of us can do to improve and eradicate pollution with our actions and leave a clean planet for future generations.
Waste Reduction
Hotspots
Language Course
Activities
Beach Cleaning
Bilbao
Ocean Cleaning
Plastic Reduction
Spanish Courses
Scouts
Typical day
During the first 2 weeks, you take Spanish courses in the mornings from 9.30 to 13.30. In the afternoons you participate in the volunteer activity doing something significant for the environment, contributing yourself for a better world. This is usually from 2-6 p.m. We also offer program cultural activities during the week such as excursions, salsa lessons, tapas tours etc and you can join us for free.
Sectors of the beach and mountains are cleaned in specific bags for recycling. It is recommended to bring gloves and specific material including raincoats. You work 20 hours a week maximum and the metro ride is not included (around 10€ per week).
Free-time activities
During weekdays we organize free leisure and cultural activities such as salsa lessons, wine tasting, excursions, tapas tours or visits to museums. All of them are free of charge for our volunteers.
At weekends students can also enjoy their passions such as hiking, surfing or going to a winery. The area is full of potential activities to enjoy beaches and mountains. You can also enjoy the astonishing areas where some of the chapters of game of thrones was played. Be sure that Saint James walk is also going through Bilbao. To sum up, a place where you can not get bored.
Concert/
Music
Music
Sightseeing
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Climbing
Hiking
Museum/
Opera
Opera
Sports
Requirements
In order to join the program you need to be at least 14 years old on the program start date.
You need to speak English (intermediate level)
or Spanish (basic level)
CV
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Any relevant experience working with hands is appreciated.
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
from
02:00
- 18:00
What's Included
- Spanish course 20 hours per week
- Accommodation dorm room
- Equipment
- Free leisure and cultural activities during weekdays
- Supervisor and regular evaluation meetings during your program
- Support 24 hours and 7 days a week from our associated local staff
- Certificate of volunteering at the end as well as the Spanish course with the level achieved
- Center Accredited by the Cervantes Institute
- Volunteering 20 hours per week
Airport pick-up from Bilbao airport included.
We provide dorm rooms in shared apartment with all facilities. Wifi, cleaner once per week, kitchen, bathrooms etc are included. The apartment is in walking distance to our school. In case you want single room please ask for a price difference
Good access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
Food, snacks or beverages are at extra costs.
The nearest airport is Bilbao Airport (BIO) in Bilbao. We assist you to find cheap flights to Spain.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Spain provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Spain you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Spain.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
You can join us any Monday all year round. Totally flexible. Orientation and supervison included.
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2 - 50 weeks
Program fees
2 weeks
(min. stay)
$1,176
4 weeks
$1,770
5 weeks
$2,016
9 weeks
$2,974
17 weeks
$6,160
50 weeks
(max. stay)
$16,912
Average fees
$463
/week
The organization charges its fees in EUR. The price table in USD is subject to currency fluctuation.
Instituto Hemingway
will let you know about the final price during your application process.
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Beach/mountain cleaning supporter
Since many beaches and mountains are not yet adequately protected from an environmental point of view, the support of volunteers is required.
$414/week
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