📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
Nature and environmental lovers, welcome to Valojoulx! This small village is located in the heart of the Vallée de l'Homme, rich in many prehistoric sites. The town is a haven of peace, dynamic and friendly population.
💼 What the programme involves
You will work on the Turançon stream, which passes through the middle of the village: with the advice of a professional technician and the help of local volunteers, you will participate in the maintenance of the banks: size of the plants, strengthening of the banks, removal of dead wood... Intervention with hand tools is preferred: pruning shears, saws, cutting branches... to preserve this fragile environment. You will work in the mornings.
🏠 Accommodation on site
You will be welcomed in the village hall. Mattresses will be provided, showers and toilets will be available. As well as a kitchen where you can take turns preparing delicious meals.
📍 About the location
Valojoulx is located in the south-west of the Dordogne, 35 km from Périgueux.
Leisure activities: Swimming, canoeing, site visits, local festivals... You will be welcomed by the local population and the charm of the landscapes and their heritage through activities. Along with the leaders and the other volunteers you can plan a program of activities (walks, swimming, canoeing on the Vézère), and take in many summer events: gourmet markets, festival of world dances...
⚠️ Requirements
You will often work with your feet in the water! Bring boots or sandals and appropriate clothing that can get wet!