• 短期ワークキャンプ
  • CONCF-6906
  • フランス
  • 2025/07/16(水)～2025/07/30(水)

THE MIDI STONES QUARRIES

国 フランス
コード CONCF-6906
プログラム名 THE MIDI STONES QUARRIES
開催期間 2025/07/16(水)～2025/07/30(水)
背景 Saint-Paul-Trois-Ch?teaux is a town committed to preserving its environment and promoting its cultural wealth. This volunteer project is the result of a strong partnership with the municipality, which shares our goals and values: safeguarding the territory, raising environmental awareness, and fostering connections with the local population. You will have the opportunity to meet residents, including children from the nearby leisure center, to share your experiences and introduce them to your culture. Other community activities may be organized to enhance these exchanges and enrich your stay.
仕事内容 You love nature and history ? Come help restore the historical stone quarries of Saint-Paul-Trois-Ch?teaux, a site full of hidden treasures !
Did you know that the stones from this small town in the Dr?me region were used to build monuments in Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and even New-York ? Today, this remarkable site still bears traces of this once-flourishing industry.
By joining this project, you will contribute to the preservation of the local heritage.
Your mission: restore access paths damaged by erosion and protect local wildlife. On steep, wooded, and rocky terrain, you will set up drainage channels to facilitate water flow and prevent further degradation, as well as build steps to make the area more accessible. This work is a continuation of the restoration work carried out over the past three years. It requires dedication but provides an immersive and enriching experience.
Whether you're a history buff, nature lover or simply looking for a meaningful human adventure, this is the project for you!
No prior skills are required - just motivation and the desire to contribute to a valuable initiative in the heart of the Dr?me Proven?ale.
宿泊 You will sleep in individual tents (provided by Concordia) set up on a dedicated site near the municipal stadium. This location is just a few minutes from the town center. Access will be secured with keys provided to participants to control entry and exit. The stadium’s locker rooms will be separated, with single-sex sanitary and shower areas, ensuring comfort and privacy. A communal hall will be available for meals and will also serve as a shelter in case of extreme weather. Tasks will be shared collectively, and meals will be prepared together. A budget will be allocated to the team leaders, and you will participate in grocery shopping, prioritizing healthy and locally sourced products and vegetarian meals. A laundromat is located a 7-minute walk from the accommodation, and its use will be at the participants’ expense. There is no Wi-Fi on-site but you can hotspot with other volunteers.
場所 Saint-Paul-Trois-Ch?teaux. Located in the Dr?me department, in the Auvergne-Rh?ne-Alpes region, Saint-Paul-Trois-Ch?teaux (9,000 inhabitants) sits in the heart of the Rh?ne Valley, a region with a Mediterranean climate. This privileged setting?surrounded by vineyards, lavender fields, and rolling hills?makes the Dr?me Proven?ale a sought-after destination for its heritage, unspoiled nature, and quality of life. You will discover its architectural treasures, including a Roman cathedral, elegant townhouses, and archaeological collections. The town is also famous for its gastronomy, particularly the Tricastin black truffle, a renowned regional product.

In your free time, you will enjoy a diverse program to explore the area and engage with locals. Guided tours, workshops and various summer events (concerts, artisan and craft demonstrations) will enrich your experience. For outdoor activities, the region offers numerous possibilities: hiking, cycling and kayaking on the Ard?che River. Organized excursions will allow you to visit iconic sites such as the Ard?che Gorges, the Chauvet Cave, and Mont?limar, famous for its nougat.
集合場所 The meeting point is at the Charles Gounod bus stop in Saint-Paul-Trois-Ch?teaux, in the late afternoon. The exact time will be provided in the detailed worksite schedule. This stop is served by bus D42 from Pierrelatte SNCF station. As the bus runs every two hours, we recommend checking the timetable in advance. If necessary, our coordinators can pick you up at Pierrelatte train station. For your journey: from Lyon Part-Dieu, regular TER trains connect Lyon to Pierrelatte, sometimes requiring a transfer at Valence Ville. From Paris, travel to Pierrelatte requires at least one transfer, either via Valence or Avignon. Train reservations open approximately four months before departure and can be booked on the SNCF website: www.sncf-connect.com The closest airports are: - Lyon-Saint Exup?ry Airport (LYS) (approximately 150 km). To go to Pierrelatte, take the Rh?nexpress tram to Lyon Part-Dieu station, then a TER train to Pierrelatte. - Marseille-Provence Airport (MRS) (approximately 140 km). To go to Pierrelatte, take a shuttle to Marseille Saint-Charles station, then a TER train to Pierrelatte. - Avignon-Provence Airport (AVN) (approximately 65 km). To go to Pierrelatte, take a bus to Avignon Centre station, then a TER train to Pierrelatte. We strongly recommend planning your itinerary in advance and checking train and bus schedules to ensure a smooth journey to the meeting point.. Nearest airport is MRS. Nearest train or bus station is Pierrelatte train station.
資格 Age 18-99. Foreigners belonging to the European Union must bring with them a personal EHIC (European Health Insurance Card), and everybody must, in any case, bring their insurance certificate. If there are health issues on the project, volunteers will have to pay for it, and then be reimbursed once back in their home country.
備考 Remember to bring gloves and appropriate clothing for work. You will be working on steep terrain, so it is essential to have high-ankle, lug-soled hiking boots, preferably reinforced, to prevent injuries.
For both leisure and work activities, make sure to bring clothing suited to the climate, as temperatures can be very hot in summer. Don't forget sun protection : hat or cap, sunglasses and sunscreen. Also, bring a swimsuit (no board shorts for men) for swimming at the aquatic center or for water activities. For sleeping, bring a sleeping bag and a pillowcase (you can stuff it with clothes to make a pillow). Also, pack a backpack (in addition to your main luggage), comfortable sneakers, and a pair of flip-flops. Other essential items include: phone charger, reusable water bottle, basic first aid kit (band-aids, antiseptic, etc.), headlamp or flashlight.
Don’t hesitate to bring home specialties, photos, games, music instruments, etc.
募集人数 11人
主催者・支援機関詳細 1950年に、仏独英が力を合わせて再建するために結成したNGO、CONCORDIA。国際協力を通じ、教育・文化・社会・経済の向上を目指す。青少年省と環境省に認可され、単独のワークキャンプNGOとしては世界最大級。ワークや運営の質が、多くのボランティアから高く評価されています！公用語は英語と仏語

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