Volunteer opportunities

We are a small scale, hands on project relying on the contribution of resources and time from volunteers to carry out not only the community work but also our ongoing growth in accordance with environmentally sound principles.

Hostel Manager

We are currently looking for a volunteer to help manage the hostel and community projects for three months from June 2012 to August 2012. You will be rewarded room and board.

We are also accepting applicants for next year's season from November 2012 to August 2013. You must be able to commit to the full ten months. This is a paid position and room and board is included. Please contact Nate for more details.

You must speak a minimum of intermediate conversational Spanish and be fluent in English.

Kids Club

Nate, on the left, with volunteers Andrea, Nicki, Lily and Richard in Kids Club.

We are always looking for volunteers to be positive role models for the children during Kids Club. If you would like to get involved we ask that you commit to a stay of at least two weeks to create a consistent environment for the children. References and details of experience with children may be requested.

Creative arts

Isaac, Margaret and Michela's mural on the side of the main dormitory.

The Rancho and the wider property is a true multi-purpose space serving children, travelers and, of course, the volunteer family. Creating an inspiring environment that fits with the natural beauty of Jiquilillo is important to us. No one said the simple life was ugly or plain! If you're a carpenter who can incorporate natural materials like drift wood with functional design, or an artist who can paint a mural, create mosaics or sculpt, let our home be your workshop.

Organic vegetable garden and landscaping

We have the compost, we have the space, we even have willing hands... but some more green fingers would be great. If you're an expert on what grows well where, and have some good container ideas to get us above the wet season puddles you could really make a valuable contribution here. To make sure there is time to do the job well, we'd ideally like someone to come for a minimum of 4 weeks.

Future projects

We have the following projects in mind, however we need helping hands. If you think you have the skills, language, experience or expertise to help with any of these projects please get in touch:

Cultural Tours – Motivated Spanish speaker needed to expand our cultural excursions lead by members of the community.
Surf Instructor – Experienced surfer needed to teach surf and swimming lessons to local kids. If you are a female surfer your help is badly needed. Our surf club is made up of all males and we need females to teach the local girls!
Local Home Stays – Enthusiastic Spanish speaker needed to assist local families set up a home stay program.
Green Mechanic – We have an old '97 Nissan Diesel Pick Up and would like to convert it to Bio-diesel, specifically used vegetable oil. If you can help us convert it, your accomodation is free.