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Horse Ranch Caretaker

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4 - 12 weken  ·  Leeftijd 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Icelandic ranching, gaining firsthand experience of the country's rich culture and nature.
  • Improve your horsemanship skills and enjoy exhilarating horse riding adventures throughout your stay.
  • Meet like minded-people while volunteering!

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Icelandic ranching, gaining firsthand experience of the country's rich culture and nature.
  • Improve your horsemanship skills and enjoy exhilarating horse riding adventures throughout your stay.
  • Meet like minded-people while volunteering!
  • Develop valuable farming skills through hands-on experiences and guidance.
  • Embrace an amazing opportunity to visit and explore the breathtaking beauty of rural Iceland while living like a local. .
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    Vooral geschikt voor

    Leeftijd 18+
    Alleenstaanden
    Koppels
    Families
    Groepen
    50+

    Over het programma

    Are you looking for a project that takes you away for your everyday life? Travel to Iceland and take part in our amazing Horse Ranch in the stunning Icelandic nature!

    Our Iceland Horse Ranch program was designed for the horse and nature lover at heart looking to spend some time on a ranch or farm away from all the bright lights and big cities. This program is for people looking to learn something new and about the community where they’ll be placed. It also ...

    Over het programma

    Our Iceland Horse Ranch program was designed for the horse and nature lover at heart looking to spend some time on a ranch or farm away from all the bright lights and big cities. This program is for people looking to learn something new and about the community where they’ll be placed. It also enhances your skills and knowledge about horse care and ranching in general. 

    This experience gives participants a chance to become involved with family activities or hang out with other volunteers. You will have all access to all facilities of the farm, i.e. riding their horses, driving the tractor and so much more! The program is not only about horse riding, it also entails a cultural exchange where candidates get a real inside feel of the local culture, mentality, etc.

    Quite a few horse ranches are part of this program each with their own charms and locations. Depending on your preference there are ranches where the focus is more about being part of the family as the only volunteer (often sleeping in the main ranch house) where the family also takes the participant along with them when they visit neighbors, do their grocery shopping or when they go to events and community festivals. The other ranches with a bit larger set ups you will instead be part of a team of volunteers living in a separate cabin or trailer on the ranching grounds where you will be spending more team and do more activities with the other international volunteers. 

    This program is available for a minimum duration stay of 4 weeks with a maximum duration of 12 weeks. Join now and be surrounded by nature, go on trail rides, take care of horses and travel to stunning Iceland!

    Dagelijkse activiteiten

    Days can start early but varies by the time of year but in general start around 7 - 8 AM. 

    As a volunteer at the ranch you will have some of the following responsibilities:
    • Feeding and grooming of the animals
    • Exercising horses
    • Cleaning barn and stables
    • Gardening
    • Some farm maintenance like checking and ...

    Dagelijkse activiteiten

    Days can start early but varies by the time of year but in general start around 7 - 8 AM. 

    As a volunteer at the ranch you will have some of the following responsibilities:
    • Feeding and grooming of the animals
    • Exercising horses
    • Cleaning barn and stables
    • Gardening
    • Some farm maintenance like checking and repairing fences
    • Light household chores
    • You will learn a great deal about horses and farming in general.
    This experience gives participants the chance to become involved with family activities of a horse ranch. Participants can utilize all facilities of the farm, i.e. riding their horses, driving the tractor etc. 

    The program is not only about the horses; it is a cultural exchange program where candidates get a real inside of the local culture, mentality etc. 

    Daily chores: Feeding and watering the animals cleaning of kennels & stables. Grooming during the spring and summer, walks during the spring and summer, maintenance of the stables (straw, fixing houses, cleaning up). There are additional daily duties which change with the seasons. Wood must be put on the fire first thing in the morning and last thing at night during the colder months.

    Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

    Iceland is a an amazing and popular travel destinations for nature lovers and adventure seekers. There are almost endless options. When you are looking to take a brake from exploring Iceland by horse back you can consider awesome activities like dog sledding, whale watching, Off roading, driving the ...

    Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

    Iceland is a an amazing and popular travel destinations for nature lovers and adventure seekers. There are almost endless options. When you are looking to take a brake from exploring Iceland by horse back you can consider awesome activities like dog sledding, whale watching, Off roading, driving the golden triangle, visiting Reykjavik, relaxing a natural hot springs and so much more!

    Voorwaarden

    Voorwaarden

    Minimum leeftijd: 18 jaar

    Om deel te nemen aan het programma dien je tenminste 18 jaar oud te zijn op de startdatum van het programma. Er kunnen uitzonderingen gemaakt worden indien je een bewijs van toestemming kan aantonen van uw wettelijke voogd(en) of samen met je ouders deelneemt.

    Taalkennis

    Je dient over volgende taalkennis te beschikken Engels (gemiddeld niveau)

    Vereiste documenten

    CV, Letter of motivation, Application Form, 2 pictures and Liability Waiver and Volunteer Policy forms (provided during application process)

    Nationaliteitsbeperkingen

    Geen beperkingen. Helpende handen van over de hele wereld zijn welkom.

    Andere vaardigheden

    Outgoing, Initiative, Flexible, At least intermediate level English speaking and understanding.

    Tijdsinzet

    Uw helpende hand wordt verwacht op maandag, dinsdag, woensdag, donderdag, vrijdag en zaterdag

    Diensten ingesloten

    Diensten ingesloten

    Diensten op locatie

    • Placement
    • Iceland Horse Ranch
    • Accommodation
    • Private room in house or trailer
    • Meals
    • 3 meals a day included
    • Airport pick  up and transfer back to the airport
    • Mail-holding service
    • You can use FRONTEERINGS office as a reliable address to have your mail delivered
    • Ongoing service
    • If there are any problems with your volunteer project we are always there to help you and mediate between yourself and the organization.
    • Tours
    • Through FRONTEERING you have the possibility to book tours in Iceland after you have finished your volunteer project.
    • 24/7 Emergency contact
    If there are any problems during you stay in Vancouver you can reach us 24/7 to assist you.

    Afhaal aan de luchthaven op Reykjavik International Airport

    We will pick you up from the airport and transport you to the ranch. At the end of your program we will transfer your back to the airport from the ranch.

    Accomodatie

    Volunteers will have a private bedroom situated in the ranch or in a trailer at the ranch with linen and towels, (please make sure that your room is cleaned before you leave) together with (usually) a shared bathroom.  You are responsible to clean and tidy your own room.

    Eten & Drank

    Dinner and most of the time breakfast is eaten with the family or other volunteers. You may have to prepare your own breakfast and lunch and dinner in other case you will be able to cook with the family or with other volunteers. Specific catering for vegetarians/vegans only available on request. Meals are wholesome and nutritious. 

    If you require additional food outside of the meal times, you will need to provide this yourself. You will be required to wash and dry dishes. On the ranch they love to experience different foods, so if you would like to cook or bake, this would be just wonderful. There is a limited amount of snacks, soda drinks and fresh fruit provided. 
    You are more than welcome to travel with the family to town, if you need to do your own personal shopping.

    Internet toegang

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    Vlucht tickets

    De dichtste luchthaven is Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) in Reykjavik. We assisteren u met het vinden van goedkope vluchten naar IJsland. VIND GOEDKOPE VLUCHTEN

    Reisverzekering

    Naar het buitenland reizen is een avontuur en het is best om goed voorbereid te zijn. Plots ziek worden of gewond raken, annulaties of diefstal - een reisverzekering voor IJsland biedt zekerheid en is een meerwaarde. KRIJG EEN OFFERTE

    Vaccinaties

    Als je de intentie hebt om als vrijwilliger aan de slag te gaan in IJsland dien je eerst medisch advies in te winnen alvorens je eropuit trekt. Kijk de benodigde vaccinaties na voor IJsland. VACCINATIE CHECKER

    Gegevens over jouw aankomst

    This program can be started all year round and any day of the week. 

    Beschikbaarheid
    jan. feb. mrt. apr. mei. jun. jul. aug. sep. okt. nov. dec.

    Programmakosten

    $370 per week 4 - 12 weken Leeftijd 18 - 50+

    Betaalmethodes

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

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    Duurtijd

    4 - 12 weken

    Aanbetaling

    Reserveer je plek met slechts een paar klikken en een kleine, veilige aanbetaling. Je kunt betalen met creditcard, PayPal of andere handige methoden.

    Restbetaling

    Tijdens de aanmeldingsprocedure spreek je met de lokale organisatie af hoe je de restbetaling doet. Deze restbetaling is pas verschuldigd dichter bij het begin van je reis.

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