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Volunteering at Rescue Center for abused horses

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1 - 10 weken  ·  Leeftijd 16 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Become part of our team at the exclusive IHP Horse Rescue Centre!
  • Horse management, meal preparation, stable cleaning and assisting vets, every day! We care for about 40 horses, almost all of which were seized due to abuse.
  • Even if you have no experience, you'll learn how to interact properly with horses, natural horsemanship, and the basics of ethology.

Highlights

  • Become part of our team at the exclusive IHP Horse Rescue Centre!
  • Horse management, meal preparation, stable cleaning and assisting vets, every day! We care for about 40 horses, almost all of which were seized due to abuse.
  • Even if you have no experience, you'll learn how to interact properly with horses, natural horsemanship, and the basics of ethology.
  • Live an immersive experience in contact with the horses in the Tuscan countryside, with other volunteers from all over the world!
  • Visit Florence, Pisa, Siena, Lucca, Volterra, San Gimignano, Certaldo and much more: explore Tuscany in your free time, the perfect location for Italy lovers.
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    Vooral geschikt voor

    Leeftijd 16+
    Alleenstaanden
    Koppels
    Families
    Groepen
    50+

    Over het programma

    Assistance with daily horse care and feeding tasks, with the opportunity to learn about natural horse management and equine ethology

    Our Volunteer Program takes place at the IHP Rescue Centre in Tuscany, where we host about 40 horses, most of which are under legal custody because they have been mistreated and are therefore under legal custody.🏇🏻🐴

    Volunteers are very important to us as they become part of our team and help ...

    Over het programma

    Our Volunteer Program takes place at the IHP Rescue Centre in Tuscany, where we host about 40 horses, most of which are under legal custody because they have been mistreated and are therefore under legal custody.🏇🏻🐴

    Volunteers are very important to us as they become part of our team and help us with the daily activities related to animal care: 

    • preparation of feed for elderly horses and horses with special nutrition:
    • preparation of hay for horses with asthma; 
    • daily monitoring of our guests (state of health, general condition)
    • cleaning of the infirmary stalls and other spaces; 
    • assistance with any checks and treatment by our veterinary managers.
    The work is voluntary and takes place mostly outdoors, in a group with other people who may come from various countries. We don't require volunteers to have prior experience with horses: our staff will teach everything about horses management and their ethology.
    The Centre is located on the side of a hill, so there will be a lot of walking, including on sloping terrain. We work outdoors, so it can get very hot or very cold. Sometimes we work in the rain. The tetanus vaccination is recommended (not mandatory).

    Volunteers stay in the same apartment at the Rescue Centre: two double rooms and a triple room, with a shared kitchen and bathroom. 
    We ask that volunteers have a passion for horses, care about animal rights, and enjoy a natural lifestyle and working with animals.

    Volunteers are welcome year-round, with a minimum stay of one week.

    Dagelijkse activiteiten

    The first day is dedicated to visiting the Rescue Centre, meeting our staff and the other volunteers.

    Volunteers can choose to work for the entire routine: 4 hours in the morning (starting from 6 a.m. or from 7 a.m., depending on the time of the year) and 2 hours in the evening (starting from 3 p.m. ..

    Dagelijkse activiteiten

    The first day is dedicated to visiting the Rescue Centre, meeting our staff and the other volunteers.

    Volunteers can choose to work for the entire routine: 4 hours in the morning (starting from 6 a.m. or from 7 a.m., depending on the time of the year) and 2 hours in the evening (starting from 3 p.m. or from 6 p.m., depending on the time of the year). Or they can work in the morning only.

    Important! Schedules may vary slightly depending on the season, weather, and emergencies: volunteers will be notified of any changes.

    During free time, volunteers can decide whether to spend time with the horses at the Rescue Centre or explore the countryside and cities of Tuscany. We can provide tourist advice for visiting cities such as Florence, Pisa, Siena, Lucca, San Gimignano, Volterra, Certaldo, San Miniato and other places.

    Very important: the IHP Rescue Centre is in the countryside, 5 km from Montaione and 13 km from Castelfiorentino, where the nearest railway station is located. This means that, without a car, it's almost impossible to get around to explore the area (in this case, we recommend renting a car).

    Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

    Tuscany offers stunning landscapes and picturesque villages, perfect for day trips, such as the nearby Volterra and Certaldo, where you can admire the ancient medieval walls and the incredible panoramic views; or the elegant San Gimignano, with its famous UNESCO World Heritage towers. 

    Additionally, ...

    Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

    Tuscany offers stunning landscapes and picturesque villages, perfect for day trips, such as the nearby Volterra and Certaldo, where you can admire the ancient medieval walls and the incredible panoramic views; or the elegant San Gimignano, with its famous UNESCO World Heritage towers. 

    Additionally, the cities of Florence, Siena, Pisa and Lucca are all about an hour's drive from the Rescue Centre. Upon arrival, we will provide advice and ideas on how to best organize your sightseeing trips.

    Important: to move around independently, a car is necessary. The Rescue Centre is located in the countryside, public transport is very limited and we don't provide transportation services.

    Voorwaarden

    Voorwaarden

    Minimum leeftijd: 16 jaar

    Om deel te nemen aan het programma dien je ten minste 16 jaar te zijn op de startdatum van het programma.

    Taalkennis

    Je dient over volgende taalkennis te beschikken Engels (basis niveau) ou Italiaans (basis niveau)

    Nationaliteitsbeperkingen

    Geen beperkingen. Helpende handen van over de hele wereld zijn welkom.

    Andere vaardigheden

    We are looking for highly enthusiastic volunteers: volunteering with animals is a challenging experience, both physically and mentally, but also very rewarding. We ask our volunteers to have a team spirit and a desire to learn and embrace this adventure.

    Tijdsinzet

    Uw helpende hand wordt verwacht op maandag, dinsdag, woensdag, donderdag, vrijdag, zaterdag en zondag

    Diensten ingesloten

    Diensten ingesloten

    Diensten op locatie

    We have insurance coverage for our volunteers. Upon your arrival, you will receive your IHP membership card, and upon your departure, a certificate of participation. 

    We do not provide lodging, meals, or transportation. When you submit your application, we will send you the contact information for some of our partner accommodations where you can make reservations.
    These accommodations offer double and triple rooms and the following amenities: 
    • free Wi-Fi connection, swimming pool, outdoor spaces.
    • in the bedrooms: bed linen, blankets, pillows, bedside table, wardrobe, lamps. 
    • in the common areas: equipped kitchen, bathroom with shower, washing machine, drying rack, hairdryer, first aid kit.

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    Afhaal aan de luchthaven op Pisa International Airport

    Afhaling van de luchthaven is ook niet inbegrepen in de programmakosten.

    Accomodatie

    Gelieve uw eigen accomodatie te regelen.

    Eten & Drank

    Eten, tussendoortjes en drankjes zijn bijkomende kosten.

    Vlucht tickets

    De dichtste luchthaven is Pisa International Airport (PSA) in Pisa. We assisteren u met het vinden van goedkope vluchten naar Italië. VIND GOEDKOPE VLUCHTEN

    Reisverzekering

    Naar het buitenland reizen is een avontuur en het is best om goed voorbereid te zijn. Plots ziek worden of gewond raken, annulaties of diefstal - een reisverzekering voor Italië biedt zekerheid en is een meerwaarde. KRIJG EEN OFFERTE

    Vaccinaties

    Als je de intentie hebt om als vrijwilliger aan de slag te gaan in Italië dien je eerst medisch advies in te winnen alvorens je eropuit trekt. Kijk de benodigde vaccinaties na voor Italië. VACCINATIE CHECKER

    Gegevens over jouw aankomst

    Volunteers are welcome year-round.

    The nearest airports are Florence and Pisa. 
    The closest train station is Castelfiorentino. 

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    Programmakosten

    39kr per week 1 - 10 weken Leeftijd 16 - 50+

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    Duurtijd

    1 - 10 weken

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    Restbetaling

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