Community Development Projects
We believe in giving back to our community. During these projects we focus our energy on small projects that can provide big improvements in the lives of our neighbors. Examples of what this may involve are building a clean burning stove from cob for a local family or improving sanitation by constructing better bathroom facilities for a home. By keeping the scope of theses projects small, it provides an opportunity for you to make a real impact in a short amount of time.
2021 Community Development Project Schedule
Three Day Workshop
Clean and Efficient Cob Stove Build
Clean and Efficient Cob Stove Build
18 January - 21 January 2021
8 February - 11 February 2021
19 April - 22 April 2021
14 June 14 - 17 June 2021
2 September - 5 September
8 February - 11 February 2021
19 April - 22 April 2021
14 June 14 - 17 June 2021
2 September - 5 September
Cost
$300 Visitors
$250 Foreign nationals living in Central America
$200 centro americanos
$300 Visitors
$250 Foreign nationals living in Central America
$200 centro americanos
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Our focus of our 2021 Community Development Projects is to bring cleaner, more efficiently burning stoves to our community. Currently in Nicaragua the primary method of cooking is still over an open fire. These spaces are fairly enclosed to prevent wind from blowing and therefore very smokey. Also, these stoves are very inefficient requiring a that a great deal of wood be harvested from our protected UNESCO bio-reserve. It is our intention a two pronged approach to create a healthier life for the forest and those who dwell within it.
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Over the three days we will be working closely with our Nicaraguan neighbors while we bring these improvements into their homes. This is a fantastic chance to see first hand rural Nicaraguan living. The stoves will be constructed out of cob and the designs based off rocket stove mass heaters. You will learn the fundamentals of cob construction and finishing techniques leaving you well prepared to return home and construct a cob stove of your own. Come prepared to get your hands (and feet) dirty.
If you are unable to attend but would like to contribute to our project you can make a donation through gofundme.com
Workshop prices include food, lodging, instruction and course materials. Standard accommodation is provide in our dormitory. For upgrades to our private rooms or home-stay options please contact us directly at eljardinometepe@gmail.com We encourage you to stay as a guest a few days either before or after the project to have time to explore lovely Isla de Ometepe.
If you are interested in the project but think you might like to stay longer with us check out our internships. We do offer discounts for longer stays.
In addition to the costs please budget for any additional expense you may incur during your stay with us. We offer alcoholic beverages, guided tours and bicycle rentals at an additional cost. Transportation costs are not included.
In order to guarantee your place a 50 % non-refundable deposit through paypal is required.
