VOLUNTEER
WITH FREYJA
Freyja Foundation is reshaping how the wild, public policy, carbon emissions, people and their livelihoods all define environmental responsibility and national parks.
Patagonia Park Argentina: Permanently protecting & Rewilding 180,000 hectares of formerly degraded farmland into a rich biodiverse wildlife corridor and ecosystem.
100Kms
of hiking and
walking trails
180,000 ha
Wildlife corridor
9
at-risk or extinct animal species
Who is
FREYJA FOUNDATION:
The Freyja Foundation is a private, charitable organization dedicated to supporting scalable, and lasting conservation solutions that protect our planet’s wild places and combat the climate crisis.
Our public-use infrastructure work adheres to the highest international standards of build and design. It includes trails, campgrounds, latrines, day picnic areas, bridges, a local concession, and signage. We work alongside Rewilding Argentina in developing the master plan and the visitor experience. Together we are building the park plan, involving the local community, creating jobs, and sequestering carbon.
Requirements include:
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A commitment of 7 weeks, which includes 1 week of travel and 6 weeks of work (Mon-Fri, 8hrs/day) building trails in beautiful Parque Patagonia Argentina.
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The season runs from November 2023 to April 2024.
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There are 3 slots available for the 2023/24 season. (Please mention which slot you are applying for in your cover letter.)
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Building start dates:
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First slot - Starts: 2 Nov 2023, Depart: 17 Dec 2023
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Second slot - Starts:: 4 Jan 2024, Depart: 18 Feb 2024
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Third slot - Starts: 22 Feb 2024, Depart: 07 April 2024
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Application and interview process and completed background check.
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Multiple seasons of trail experience preferred.
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Gain valuable and exciting experience building the new trail system in Parque Patagonia Argentina with professional trailbuilders while developing sustainable trail skills.
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Travel costs to and from the project, as well as housing and food for the duration of the 6-week work commitment, are provided.
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Enjoy *weekends exploring the beautiful park with the option of extending your stay for further travel after your 6-week work commitment.
(*weekend and post 6-week work commitment travel costs are the responsibility of the volunteer and cannot exceed 3 months in total for time in the country.)
