WWOOF Volunteer Travel

Best places to WWOOF - WWOOFing has grown a lot since the movement began in the 1970s in the UK. The organization is now spread worldwide and anyone can do volunteer work on farms for days or weeks at a time. If you’re looking for the best places to WWOOF, this guide can help you. We will also offer tips for first-time WWOOFers, how to select a host, WWOOF reviews and more. There are over 88 WWOOFing locations around the world with more than 6,000 hosts so you won’t be lacking in choices. Each country has great hosts and offers a unique experience. Indeed, your experience with WWOOF hosts in the same country can vary considerably. Some countries do provide more exciting opportunities for various reasons. Here are the best places to WWOOF. Best Places to WWOOF ~ Top Countries for WWOOFing WWOOF in New Zealand This is a popular choice for a lot of volunteers because of the stunning locations and the number of different opportunities available. While … [Read more...]

WWOOF - After volunteering for five days on an Argentine chacra (small farm) -- complete with ultra fresh meals and a bit of farming work in a picture perfect setting. I've learned a good bit about WWOOF and WWOOFing (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms). In retrospect, there are a few things I wish I would have known before going. Overall, the number one thing to ask yourself before you choose a volunteer program is "why do I want to do this?" Your answer, be it "I spent all my money and need to live for free until my plane ticket home" or "I want to know how to garden" or "I want a different experience," should help you figure out what type of farm you want and how long you want to stay. If you're considering volunteering on a farm, read this first. How to Become a Traveling Locavore 5 Great Farm Stays to Get Back to Nature Chacra Millalen: Volunteering on an Argentina Organic Farm Why I Love Farmers Markets and Reusable Bags Top Spots for Agritourism: … [Read more...]

All about WWOOF - Organic farming has grown by leaps and bounds, and the need for farmers to communicate and interact grows more each day. This is where WWOOF comes in as a movement that aims to join organic farmers and growers with volunteers in an effort to increase cultural understanding. It's all about constructing a global community. Here's all about WWOOF. Learn all about WWOOF WWOOFing stands for 'World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms.' The volunteer or ‘WWOOFer,' gets the opportunity to spend time in an organic farm, learn what it’s like, how it works and what sustainable agriculture is all about. During your stay in the farm, you don’t have to pay for board or lodging. It is not a monetary exchange program. WWOOF is an educational program and it offers the visitors / WWOOFers the chance to learn what WWOOFing is about. It is all about learning how to farm, taking part in the organic agriculture program and learning the culture. WWOOFing is a … [Read more...]

Argentina Organic Farm - We had the experience of a lifetime volunteering at Chacra Millalen, an organic chacra (farm) just outside of El Bolson. It was spring when we went so there was plenty of farming work to do. We also helped cook and clean and participated in other daily activities. We were on an extended stay in Argentina, and stayed in Buenos Aires a week before traveling to other parts of the country. We had no idea what to expect so we went there with open hearts and adventurous spirits. We scheduled to be on the farm for 5 days. Here's our story.... How to Become a Traveling Locavore 5 Great Farm Stays to Get Back to Nature Why I Love Farmers Markets and Reusable Bags Top Spots for Agritourism: From Pizza Farms to Cheese Trails How to Find Food Trucks and Farm-to-Table Restaurants Going to Chacra Millalen We took a public bus from nearby El Bolson to the tiny town of El Hoyo, then taxied out to Chacra Millalen, the small organic farm in the Patagonia … [Read more...]

In Volunteering Abroad: 10 Things to Know Before You Go, we discussed everything you should think about before you sign up. With proper planning, it can be the experience of a lifetime. Volunteer Travel Programs Local and Abroad - Volunteer travel is an amazing way to see a place, get to know local culture, and leave a positive footprint. We volunteered while traveling through Argentina. We learned a ton about WWOOFing -- World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms -- and had an amazing experience at Chacra Millalen. It's been awhile since we've written about volunteer travel and since summer is here (or so it feels in Minnesota today) with summer vacation planning underway, I thought I'd revisit the subject focusing specifically on volunteer travel abroad versus volunteer travel locally. Local vs. Abroad Volunteer Travel Whether its sandbagging for a flood emergency in Fargo or picking strawberries on an organic farm in California there are plenty of opportunities to take … [Read more...]