KARELIAN CULTURE CAMP

CODE: ALLI04

Work:

The work for volunteers is designed to be diverse. On rainy days, tasks include cleaning and organizing the school and its garden. On sunny days, volunteers will remove invasive plant species (such as wild lupine and Himalayan balsam) from roadsides and clear overgrown areas.Additionally, volunteers will assist in setting up and dismantling traditional celebration events, helping in the community cafe, and other related tasks. The work is a mix of hands-on outdoor activities and indoor maintenance, ensuring a meaningful and engaging experience for all participants. Most importantly the volunteers will be able to immerse themselves into this lively and welcoming community with rich cultural traditions.

Accomodation and food

Accommodation is provided in a traditional Finnish countryside house with four bedrooms, a kitchen, a living room, and a sauna. Volunteers will prepare their own breakfasts and snacks as a group. Lunch will be provided on-site at the work locations. The local host prepares the daily dinner with the assistance of volunteers.

Location and leisure

Uukuniemi is located in South Karelia, on the shores of the beautiful Lake Pyhajarvi, near Parikkala, Kitee, and Savonlinna. This region is home to some of Finland s purest lakes, rolling landscapes, and a warm-hearted rural community. Here, you can experience the magic of Midsummer at its best In your free time you can try canoeing, paddleboarding, swimming in crystal-clear waters, mountain biking and hiking through Eastern Finland s most scenic landscapes as well as cozy evenings by the campfire with new friends. There might even be an opportunity to spot rare birds while enjoying the peaceful wilderness

Project hosted by

The local host is an association located in a small Uukuniemi village. They maintain a community center and organize various events at the local school and in the surrounding area.

Directions to meeting point

Helsinki-Vantaa airport. You can take a train from Helsinki to Kesalahti station. The journey takes approximately 4-5 hours. You can also take a bus from Helsinki to Parikkala. Helsinki can be also reached by ferry.

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