International Volunteer Workcamps - season 2008
Estonia
	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST  06	KIDS	30.06.2008	03.08.2008	18+
	description
	EST  06       IMASTU          TAPA         30.06 - 03.08       KIDS/ DISA          5 vols
	
	Project
	Imastu is an institution for mentally handicapped children and youngsters. It caters for over 100 kids and young 
	adults aged 5 to 26 with severe mental and genetic deceases. Most of them are orphans. Youngsters are divided in
	 to 5 family groups where they live under supervision of staff. Children attend a special school arranged for them 
	in Imastu. Since 1994 Imastu has been hosting international workcamps in summer and since 1999 - long-term 
	volunteers to assist staff with daily work, bringing new ideas and approaches to the daily routine. In summer the 
	volunteers are particularly needed to support staff and assist work with kids, especially in July-August when it is 
	possible to offer more diverse outdoor activities for kids. 
	
	Work
	Looking after the children, helping staff in teaching them basic skills, feeding children, playing with them, arranging
	 their outings, assisting in all other required activities. Each volunteer will work in the own family groups. Volunteers
	 will work under supervision and with assistance of local staff 30-35 hours a week, 2 days a week are free. 
	
	Accommodation
	In the Institution in 2-bedded rooms. Beds and linens are provided. You do not have to bring sleeping bag, unless 
	you want to travel in your free time. Shower and toilet is in the corridor, shared with the staff. You will eat together 
	with the staff in local canteen or in your family groups. Possibility to make own food is limited. 
	
	Location
	Imastu is a very tiny village. It lies 90km east from Tallinn and 25 km west from Rakvere, administrative center 
	of the area. The nearest city is Tapa (3km), large railway junction with about 10 000 inhabitants. Useful links: 
	www.tapa.ee and www.visitestonia.com for general information about the country.
	
	Terminal
	Airport, harbour, bus & train stations in Tallinn; train or bus to Tapa.
	
	Special requirements
	You have to be really motivated and committed to the work with physically and mentally disable children. Some 
	previous experience or special knowledge is an advantage. Motivation letter is required. Although English is a camp
	 language, some knowledge of Estonian or Russian will make communication with locals easier.
	
	Leisure time
	Imastu is laying in a picturesque landscape: fields, forests, lakes and unspoiled nature. It is the ideal region for 
	hiking and cycling tours. There are good possibilities for horse riding and fishing right in Imastu. Excursions to 
	places of interest in Tallinn, Rakvere (est.1226), Lahemaa National Park as well as trips to the seaside (30km from
	 Imastu) are foreseen.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 01	MANU	13.04.2008	26.04.2008	18+
	description
	EST 01   SPRING IN KIIDI         VORU      13.04 - 26.04       MANU     9 vols

	Project
	The charm of Haanja Uplands in South Estonia lies in its lovely hilly landscape, winding roads and numerous lakes.
	 Most of its ancient villages, special dialect, handicraft, and customs have been preserved until today. The whole 
	area, called Vorumaa, is an area of outstanding beauty. It is famous for its diverse and very well preserved 
	nature. Untouched forests with wildlife, deep valleys, hills, 170 small lakes with extremely clean water, rivers with 
	caves in the steep banks - you can find everything there. 
	With the support of the state and local authorities the eco- and farm sustainable tourism has been developed in 
	this area. Besides promoting the environmental tourism, this initiative supports rural development which is an 
	important issue for Estonia. Estonian Association of Farm Tourism has launched several projects and Kiidi Farm, 
	where the camp takes place, is one of them. This is one of the oldest EstYES local partners which has been 
	hosting more than 10 camps with EstYES in the previous years.
	
	Work
	Various works in the forest: cutting unwanted trees and bushes, burning old tree brunches and brushwood, preparing
	 firewood for heating the farm, laying paths for skiing and hikes and all kind of odd jobs in the farm buildings. Most
	 of the work will be outdoors. There can be also some building/ maintaining works inside when the weather is too 
	rainy.
	
	Accommodation
	In the farmhouse in 2-3-bedded rooms. Sleeping bag is not needed. There is also a common room with fireplace. 
	WC, shower, hot water, & sauna are available. Hosts will prepare meals themselves, however, volunteers may be 
	asked to help the kitchen.
	
	Location
	Kiidi Farm is situated 20 km south of Voru, capital of the County. It has a population of 15 000 people and lies 
	about 250 km south-east of Tallinn, very close to the Latvian and Russian borders. The closest village to Kiidi 
	Farm is Rouge (3km) with a population of about 1000 people. More information about Estonia 
	www.visitestonia.com, South-Estonia www.werro.ee, www.southestonia.info and Kiidi Farm www.kiidi.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, harbour, bus or train station in Tallinn; bus to Voru.
	
	Leisure time
	There are many possibilities for leisure time, especially for those who love nature: acquaintance with nature sights 
	in the area, hiking, canoeing, etc. Excursions to the historical sites of the County of Voru are planned as well. It 
	might be possible to go to Latvia, which is just 30 km away, for a short trip. Volunteers will have a very good 
	chance to get in close contact with the local people, to experience local traditions and learn some customs like 
	enjoying hot Estonian sauna! The dates of the camp coincide with important National Day called Juripaev 
	celebrated on 23.04. On this day in 1343 the ancestors of Estonians began mighty uprising against the landlords. 
	The volunteers will have a possibility to take part in the festivities celebrating this remarkable for Estonia day.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 02	ENVI	05.05.2008	16.05.2008	18+
	description
	EST 02     SPRING in SOOMAA         PARNU        05.05 - 16.05         ENVI             6 vols
	
	Project
	The camp will take place in Soomaa National Park. Soomaa means huge bogs, rivers that flood over its banks now 
	and then, flood pains that extend on riversides, wooded in flowers, and forests that surround all this. Soomaa 
	National Park was established in 1993 in order to protect large mires, floodplain meadows and forests in Estonia, 
	and to preserve and present cultural lore characteristic to this area. The total national park area is 37 117 ha. 524 
	species of vascular plants, 172 species of birds and 46 species of mammals have been found in Soomaa. Lots of
	 them are protected and belong to the Estonian Red Data Book. On more than two thirds of the national park 
	territory any management activity is forbidden. There is possible to enjoy the charm of wildlife on different nature 
	trails. For more information visit www.soomaa.com Taking part in this camp you help preservation works in 
	Soomaa National Park and make the Park more enjoyable for future visitors!
	
	Work
	Spring works in the garden - in Karukose Farm, where volunteers will stay, there is a large apple garden. Another 
	job is cleaning of the nature trails. Karuskose Farm is situated in the middle of National Park, crossroads of 
	several Nature Study Trails. Work will be mainly outdoors. The working days are 6-7 hours long. The programme is 
	the following:
	5 of May – arrival, pick up, accommodation, introduction
	6-9 of May - four days of ecological work on different activities in the garden, in the woods
	10 of May - Visitor Center of Soomaa National park; walking on the nature trails of Soomaa
	11 of May - canoeing trip on the rivers of Soomaa, traditional Estonian smoke sauna  
	12-15 of May - four days of ecological work.
	15 of May - evening Farewell Party
	16 of May - transfer to public buses and train station.
	
	Accommodation
	In the rooms of Karuskose farmhouse, 2 persons in one room. Sleeping bags are needed. Washing in sauna - a 
	special floating (!) sauna is available. There is a dry ecological toilet. Volunteers have to prepare meals themselves
	 from the food given by the hosts. Please note the conditions are rather simple. So you should enjoy being close 
	to nature and have a sprit of adventure to stay in the camp.
	
	Location
	Soomaa National Park is situated in South-West of Estonia. National Park lies on two Counties – Parnumaa and 
	Viljandimaa. Nearest towns are Viljandi and Parnu. More information on www.viljandi.ee, www.parnu.ee.You can find
	 Karuskose on www.soomaa.com/?id=117&lang=est
	
	Terminal
	Airport, harbour, bus station in Tallinn, train to Tori or bus to Joesuu; then transfer by minivan arranged by hosts. 
	
	Special requirements
	No special skills are needed. Volunteers should love nature and be adventurous enough. English is the camp 
	language. Volunteers have to bring their sleeping bags, working clothes and gloves.
	
	Leisure time
	There are a lot of possibilities for leisure time activities – walking and hiking in National Park, canoeing, making 
	bonfire, having sauna parties, etc. If you love the nature – this is a place for you to be! Additional excursions to 
	Viljandi and Parnu can be done by volunteers in their free time.
	
	Participation fee
	As EstYES does not have funds to support your participation in this camp neither from the state nor from private 
	sponsors, you are asked to contribute 60 Euro towards cost of board and lodging, local transport and the program. 
	The fee has to be paid by volunteers upon arrival to the camp.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 03	KIDS	13.06.2008	27.06.2008	18+
	description
	EST 03     DOWN TOWN KIDS I       TALLINN      13.06- 27.06      KIDS/ TEACH       8 vols

	Project
	This project is organized for local children by the language school “In Down-Town” and non-profit association 
	“Alternative Language Programs Satellite”. The project’s aim is to introduce the diversity of world cultures to 
	children through alternative language studies. Answering kids need to practice their knowledge of English, the 
	project helps them to study national customs and traditions, develop their multicultural thinking and tolerance. Thus
	 the idea of the camp is to provide meaningful summer activities for local kids helping the school to fulfil the 
	project’s aim. 
	
	Work
	Activating participants of the school’s summer camp and providing cross-cultural learning experience for them. It 
	will be done through teaching and playing the games and music popular in the English speaking countries and the 
	countries the volunteers represent; training kids to perform pieces of amateur drama; preparing intellectual and 
	sport games for them as well as guided discussions on excursions round the places of interest; actions for peace 
	and nature protection; leading and supporting kids in their work on the team projects within the discussed topics 
	such as “Healthy body, healthy spirit”, “Good habits”, “My small home in the big world”, “War and peace”, etc.; 
	preparing and leading the kid teams’ presentations on English speaking countries and the countries the camp 
	participants are from. Each day of the camp program will have a special theme and a related activity. Volunteers 
	along with local coordinators are responsible for the program of the camp. The work can be pretty hard, involving 
	long working hours some days, requiring high commitment and responsibility for the camp program and the young 
	participants.
	The volunteers will work in pairs in the smaller groups along with local camp leaders. The age of youngsters is 10-
	12. The total number of kids is around 30. Most of kids are Russian-speaking from Russian minority community of
	 Tallinn. 
	
	Accommodation
	In the class rooms of the school which is situated in the very centre of Tallinn. Toilets and showers are available. 
	Please bring a sleeping bag. Volunteers will have breakfasts and dinners at their accommodation, lunches will be 
	organized for whole camp in the city.
	
	Location
	Camp will take place in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. More information on www.tallinn.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, bus or train station, harbour in Tallinn.
	
	Special requirements
	You have to be really motivated to work with kids. Experience in work with children is an advantage. All interesting 
	ideas of activities for kids, games etc. are welcomed. Please bring some materials, postcards, symbols of your 
	country, posters, maps, music, etc. typical for your country. We expect active volunteers with the good 
	knowledge of history and culture of their country and ability to present it. Please add a motivation letter. The good 
	level of English is required. The minimum age of vols is 20.
	
	Leisure time
	There are a lot of possibilities for leisure time activities as camp will take place in the capital where one can find 
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 04	KIDS	17.06.2008	29.06.2008	18+
	description
	EST 04  VIHASOO        LOKSA             17.06- 29.06            KIDS         6 vols
	                                                                                                        
	Project
	The group of young teachers from Tallinn’s schools runs children’s camp in Vihasoo for 15 years. Its main aim is 
	to give school children possibility of active and meaningful summer vacations. The camp is situated in the 
	Lahemaa National Park. Such location brings children closer to unspoiled nature and gives them an excellent 
	opportunity to get acquainted with Estonian national heritage richly presented in the area. Each summer period of 
	the camp has its own theme. The topic for this year is «Tour around the world» and the aim is to introduce the 
	diversity of cultures and languages to children of Estonia helping their integration into modern world. To achieve the
	 aim Vihasoo camp invites international volunteers to join it as animators. Each day of the camp will have a 
	programm completed by local coordinators and the volunteers will be helping to realize it. All your exciting and 
	creative ideas of activities are welcomed. Most of children are Russian-speaking from Russian minority 
	community of Estonia.
	
	Work
	Activating children making their vacation more exciting. It will be done through the games, drama, sport, common 
	discussions. We expect active volunteers with the good knowledge of history and culture of their country and 
	ability to present it. Volunteer will work in the partnership with professional local educators, youth leaders and youth
	 workers. The staff of the camp is about 25 people. There is going to be around 70-100 children aged 7-15.
	
	Accommodation
	In the separate house with other staff members in 4-6-bedded rooms. Volunteers will eat together with children and 
	staff in the canteen. Showers,  dry toiltets and sauna are available.
	
	Location
	Vihasoo is tiny village laying in the picturesque Lahemaa National Park. Surrounded by forest, close to the sea, it 
	is the ideal place for summer vacations. The nearest town (7km) is Vosu, spa town with about 1000 inhabitants 
	which multiplies in summer. Distance from Tallinn is 70 km.
	
	Terminal
	Airport, harbour, bus & train stations in Tallinn, specially arranged car to Vihasoo.
	
	Special requirements
	You have to be really motivated to work with kids. The work demands 24-hours commitment and it can be pretty 
	hard sometimes. Weekends are not necessarily free. Experience in work with children is an advantage. We expect 
	active volunteers with the good knowledge of history and culture of their country and ability to present it.  All 
	exciting ideas of activities for kids, games etc. are welcomed. English, Russian and Estonian are the camp 
	languages.
	
	Leisure time
	Plenty of possibilities: hiking, swimming, sunbathing, sports, games. Excursions to the places of interest in the 
	Lahemaa National Park as well as one day excursion to Tallinn are foreseen. Volunteers will have unique chance to 
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 05	KIDS	27.06.2008	11.07.2008	18+
	description
	EST 05      DOWN TOWN ENG I      TALLINN       27.06 - 11.07     KIDS/ TEACH       8 vols

	Project
	This camp is organized for teenagers by the language school “In Down Town” and non-profit association “Alternative
	 Language Programs Satellite”. The school’s aim is to introduce the diversity of world cultures to youth through 
	language studies, meetings, visits, direct contacts with young people from abroad in the hope to help young 
	Estonians’ integration into modern world. The main idea of the camp is to provide meaningful summer activities for 
	local youth helping the school to realize its aim. 
	
	Work
	Activating teenage participants of the school’s summer camp and providing cross-cultural learning experience for 
	them. It will be done through the games popular in the countries volunteers represent, drama, sports, excursions, 
	common discussions, actions for peace and nature protection, etc. Each day of the camp program will have a 
	special theme and related activity. Volunteers along with local coordinators will be responsible for the whole 
	program of the camp. The work can be pretty hard, involving long working hours some days, requiring high 
	commitment and responsibility for the camp program.
	The age of youngsters is 14-17. Besides local kids 12 teenage participants from abroad are expected to join this 
	camp. In total it is going to be around 40 children. Most of local teenagers are Russian-speaking from Russian 
	minority community.
	
	Accommodation
	In the class rooms of the school which is situated in the very centre of Tallinn. Toilets and showers are available. 
	Please bring a sleeping bag. Volunteers will have breakfasts and dinners in their accommodation, lunches will be 
	organized for whole camp in the city.
	
	Location
	Camp will take place in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. More information on www.tallinn.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, bus or train station, harbor in Tallinn.
	
	Special requirements
	You have to be really motivated to work with teenagers. Some experience in work with children is an advantage. All
	 interesting ideas of activities for kids, games etc. are welcomed. Please bring some materials, postcards, 
	symbols of your country, posters, maps, music, etc. typical for your country. We expect active volunteers with 
	the good knowledge of history and culture of their country and ability to present it. The good level of English is 
	required. The minimum age of volunteers is 20.
	
	Leisure time
	There are a lot of possibilities for leisure time activities as camp will take place in the capital where one can find 
	attractions for all tastes: sightseeing and museums, festivals, concerts, live music, pubs, etc. The camp provides 
	an excellent opportunity to establish contacts with young Estonians and to experience the local life.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 07	MANU	01.07.2008	13.07.2008	18+
	description
	EST 07   MARJAMAA    01.07- 13.07 MANU  7 vols

	Project
	It became a good tradition for EstYES to organize international workcamps in co-operation with Marjamaa 
	Community, which is the largest community of Estonia. It lies on the half way between Tallinn and Parnu, and it is 
	known for its rich historical and cultural heritage: ancient settlement in Varbola, XIII century church in Marjamaa, 
	chapel in Haimre, numerous German manor houses of XVIII-XIX centuries, etc. Local authorities see in the 
	international camps an important tool for local development - not only in terms of work done by volunteers but 
	mainly for introduction multicultural dimension to the population of local communities in the country. The camp will 
	take place in the village of Marjamaa, the centre of the community. The task of the camp is to assist local 
	authorities’ maintenance plan. 

	Work
	The work will be mainly concentrated around historical church in Marjamaa – at the graveyard and the park around 
	it. The work is simple: clearing and tiding up, mowing grass, cutting bushes, planting flowers, repairing dry stone 
	wall, etc. Another proposed work is managing green public areas in the village under the supervision of Community 
	Gardener. The work will be mainly outdoors. In case of rainy weather some odd jobs in Community House and local
	 Gymnasium may be proposed.
	.
	
	Accomodation: 
	Volunteers will stay in the premises of the Community House of Marjamaa right in the centre of village, sleeping 
	on the mattresses. Please bring a sleeping bag. Toilets and showers are available and it will be possible to try 
	Estonian sauna. Volunteers will be eating in the school canteena and local pubs. The possibility of making own food
	 is limited. 
	
	Location
	Marjamaa is a village with about 4 000 inhabitants on the half way between Tallinn and Parnu. Distance from 
	Marjamaa to Tallinn is 70 km. Being an administrative centre of community, Marjamaa has several shops, 
	department store, culture house, cinema, several pubs, night disco club, etc. Larger city nearby is Rapla (25km), 
	an administrative centre of the county, with a population of about 10 000 people. Marjamaa has good connection to
	 Tallinn, Parnu, Haapsalu. More information on www.marjamaa.ee and www.raplamaa.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, harbor, bus & train stations in Tallinn; bus to Marjamaa. 
	
	Special requirements
	Please bring sleeping bag and pillow, working clothes and gloves. English is the camp language.
	
	Leisure time
	Sport activities at the school stadium, swimming in the local swimming pool, hiking, excursions to the ancient 
	settlement in Varbola, Sillaotsa Farm Museum and other places of interest of the area. Attending activities of the 
	local youth centre. It is possible to use free days to go to Haapsalu or Parnu - Estonian popular spa towns, very 
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 08	MANU	07.07.2008	20.07.2008	18+
	description
	EST 08   KOPU         VILJANDI         07.07- 20.07           MANU       7 int + 25 locals
	
	Project
	Kopu village is a centre of Community of Kopu, one of the smallest in Estonia with total population of around one 
	thousand people. International workcamps have been taken place there since 2001. During past summers 
	volunteers helped to build sport facilities for local school, cleaned up the school park, and did some renovation jobs
	 in the old graveyard – maintaining fences, painting and cutting bushes. Besides practical help, the volunteers 
	made a significant impact on community life providing new dynamics, intercultural exchange and international 
	contacts to local youth. Inspired by years of experience Kopu Community authorities decided to continue hosting 
	international camps and invite international volunteers this summer again. This year international camp will be 
	combined with the national teenage workcamp taking place in Kopu at the same time.
	
	Work
	Kopu School occupies old German manor house and it is surrounded by the large park. There will be various jobs in 
	the school park and inside the school building. The work is mainly cleaning and tidying up of the park as well as 
	other objects of local importance of the community. Also preparing woods for the school for heating in winter period
	 and, if weather will be dry, some hay making. Work will be mostly outdoors. Volunteers will be working along side 
	with local youngsters of the national workcamp. The work will last only 4-5 hours a day from 9 to till lunch. After 
	lunch there will be various activities together with local youngsters and free time for the group own activities. The 
	age of local young people is 15-20.
	
	Accommodation:
	In the Kopu school sport facilities. There is WiFi connection in the house. Vounteers will sleep on the mattresses. 
	Mattresses are provided, but please bring your sleeping bags. Toilets and showers are available. Meals will be 
	prepared by kitchen staff and served in the school cantine. 
	
	Location
	Kopu village lies about 20 km to the west from Viljandi, an administrative centre of the county with population of 22
	 000 people. Distance from Tallinn is 180 km. The area is very beautiful - hilly with many small lakes and rivers 
	and a lot of forest with wild nature. Here begins Soomaa National Park – a very popular place for hikes and canoe 
	trips. More information on www.visitestonia.com, www.viljandi.ee, www.soomaa.ee .
	
	Terminal
	Airport, harbor, bus & train stations in Tallinn; bus to Viljandi; local bus to Kopu.
	
	Special requirements
	No special skills are needed. Tools for the work will be provided. Please bring sleeping bag, working clothes and 
	gloves. English and Estonian are the camp languages. It is important that the volunteers will follow the rules and 
	schedules of the national camp. Volunteers age is 18 - 22.
	
	Leisure time
	Sport activities at accommodation site, competitions, swimming, barbeque, hiking in Soomaa National Park, biking 
	in the area. Local community festival on the last day of the camp. Trip to Viljandi, the capital of County,  visit to 
	Tartu - second largest city in Estonia and the University centre, or to Parnu, very lively spa town on the sea side 
	can be done by volunteers in their free time
	
	Participation fee
	Due to the lack of own resourses we are forced to ask extra fee of 30 Euro to cover costs linked to free time 
	activities and local travel costs. It has to be paid by every participant upon arrival to the camp
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 09	MANU	07.07.2008	20.07.2008	18+
	description
	EST 09         KOESTI  WATERMILL I         VILJANDI      07.07 – 20.07      MANU/ RENO      10 vol
	
	EST 17         KOESTI  WATERMILL  II       VILJANDI      28.07 – 09.08      MANU/ RENO      10 vol

	Project 
	The aim of this camp is to help renovation of the historical watermill Koesti. This watermill dating from the end of 
	18th century is an important object of heritage protection for local community. The oldest part of the building 
	existing at present was built in the second half of 19th century. In 1930 the watermill was made two-storied and on 
	the river side the engineering for producing electric power was built. After the Second World War several changes 
	have been made there. Today association managing the watermill put a lot of effort into developing it into a 
	hydroelectric plant. It is planned to start the alternative electricity generating in 2008. This is a very important step 
	for the local community which goes along with the general plan to raise production use of energy from alternative 
	sources in Estonia.  At present such generating alternative energy projects have not been developed in Estonia yet
	 to the noticeable extend, therefore Koesti Watermill is an important initiative which has to be supported. 
	Work
	The work will include cleaning up the banks of Koesti creek and clearing up the green areas. You will also help with 
	different renovation works at the watermill. Volunteers will be working 6-7 hours per day and 5 days for week under 
	supervision of local technical leaders. 
	
	Accommodation 
	The accommodation facilities will be quite simple: you will stay in the mill house in camp beds. Please bring your 
	own sleeping bag! Toilets are available. Please note that the shower will be a self-made “summer shower”, which 
	means that there will not be any hot water. But you will have a good chance to try Estonian sauna at the weekend! 
	Volunteers will prepare meals themselves from the food provided by hosts using cooking facilities of the house.
	
	Location 
	The project is located at the border of Viljandi, a town situated in South Estonia on Sakala Upland. Town of Viljandi 
	with its 20,000 inhabitants is an independent unit of local authority and the centre of the county. As a culture town 
	it is well known for its valued Culture Academy, Ugala Drama Theatre and the famous international Folk Music 
	Festival (http://www.folk.ee/ ) held yearly at the end of July. Viljandi lies 160 km from Tallinn, 98 km from Parnu 
	and 80 km from Tartu. More information about Viljandi on www.viljandi.ee/?id=506 and 
	www.viljandimaa.ee/turismiinfo/?lg=eng
	
	Terminal 
	Airport, harbour, bus & train station in Tallinn; bus and train to Viljandi.
	
	Special requirements
	This camp is not suitable for volunteers allergic to different plants or hay. Be prepared for physical work. Please 
	note rather simple washing facilities in this camp. Please bring your sleeping bag and working clothes with you.
	
	Leisure time
	There are a lot of possibilities for leisure time activities as camp will take place in the town where one can find 
	attractions for all tastes: sightseeing and museums, festivals, concerts, live music, pubs, etc. You can spend 
	time at Viljandi Lake and go swimming, of course. In the weekend trips to Tartu or Parnu are possible.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 10	KIDS	11.07.2008	25.07.2008	18+
	description
	EST 10       DOWN TOWN FRA      TALLINN    11.07- 25.07      KIDS/ TEACH     4 vols
	 
	Project                                                                                                              
	This camp is organized for teenagers by the language school “In Down Town” and non-profit association “Alternative
	 Language Programs Satellite”. The school’s aim is to introduce the diversity of world cultures to youth through 
	language studies, meetings, visits, direct contacts with young people from abroad in the hope to help young 
	Estonians’ integration into modern world. The main idea of the camp is to provide meaningful summer activities for 
	local youth helping school to realize its aim. French is the language of this camp.
	
	Work
	Activating teenage participants of the school’s summer camp and providing cross-cultural learning experience for 
	them. It will be done through the games popular in the countries you represent, drama, sports, excursions, common
	 discussions, actions for peace and nature protection, etc. Each day of the camp program will have a special 
	theme and related activity. Volunteers along with local coordinators will be responsible for the whole program of the 
	camp. The work can be pretty hard, involving long working hours some days, requiring high commitment and 
	responsibility for the camp program.
	The age of youngsters is 14-17. Besides local kids 8 teenage participants from abroad are expected to join this 
	camp. It is going to be around 20 children in total. Most of local teenagers are Russian-speaking from Russian 
	minority community of Tallinn.
	NB! Since there will be German and Spanish speaking camps taking place In Down Town School at the same time 
	with this French one some joined activities for both camps (e.g. sport competitions, parties, etc.) are foreseen.
	
	Accommodation
	In the class rooms of the school which is situated in the every centre of Tallinn. Toilets and showers are available. 
	Please bring a sleeping bag. Volunteers will have breakfasts and dinners in their accommodation, lunches will be 
	organized for whole camp in the city.
	
	Location
	Camp takes place in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. More information on www.tallinn.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, bus or train station, harbor in Tallinn.
	
	Special requirements
	You have to be really motivated to work with teenagers. Some experience in work with children is an advantage. All
	 interesting ideas of activities for kids, games etc. are welcomed. Please bring some materials, postcards, 
	symbols of your country, posters, maps, music, etc. typical for your country and be ready to present it. Good 
	level of French is required for this camp. Minimum age of volunteers is 20.
	
	Leisure time
	There are a lot of possibilities for leisure time activities as camp will take place in the capital where one can find 
	attractions for any taste: sightseeing & museums, festivals and concerts, live music, pubs, etc. The camp 
	provides an excellent opportunity to establish contacts with young Estonians and to experience the local life.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 11	KIDS	11.07.2008	25.07.2008	20+
	description
	EST 11       DOWN TOWN DEU     TALLINN     11.07- 25.07     KIDS/ TEACH      4 vols
	                                                                                                               
	Project
	This camp is organized for teenagers by the language school “In Down Town” and non-profit association “Alternative
	 Language Programs Satellite”. The school’s aim is to introduce the diversity of world cultures to youth through 
	language studies, meetings, visits, direct contacts with young people from abroad in the hope to help young 
	Estonians’ integration into modern world. The main idea of the camp is to provide meaningful summer activities for 
	local youth helping school to realize its aim. The camp language is German.
	
	Work
	Activating teenage participants of the school’s summer camp and providing cross-cultural learning experience for 
	them. It will be done through the games popular in the countries you represent, drama, sports, excursions, common
	 discussions, actions for peace and nature protection, etc. Each day of the camp program will have a special 
	theme and related activity. Volunteers along with local coordinators will be responsible for the whole program of the 
	camp. The work can be pretty hard, involving long working hours some days, requiring high commitment and 
	responsibility for the camp program.
	The age of youngsters is 14-17. Besides local kids 8 teenage participants from abroad are expected to join this 
	camp. It is going to be around 20 children in total. Most of local teenagers are Russian-speaking from Russian 
	minority community of Tallinn.
	NB! Since there will be the French and Spanish speaking camps taking place In Down Town School at the same 
	time with this German one some joined activities for both camps (e.g. sport competitions, parties, etc.) are 
	foreseen.
	
	Accommodation
	In the class rooms of the school which is situated in the very centre of Tallinn. Toilets and showers are available. 
	Please bring a sleeping bag. Volunteers will have breakfasts and dinners in their accommodation, lunches will be 
	organized for whole camp in the city.
	
	Location
	Camp takes place in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. More information on www.tallinn.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, bus or train station, harbor in Tallinn.
	
	Special requirements
	You have to be really motivated to work with teenagers. Some experience in work with children is an advantage. All
	 interesting ideas of activities for kids, games etc. are welcomed. Please bring some materials, postcards, 
	symbols of your country, posters, maps, music, etc. typical for your country and be ready to present it. Good 
	level of German is requested for this camp. Minimum age of volunteers is 20
	Leisure time
	There are a lot of possibilities for leisure time activities as camp will take place in the capital where one can find 
	attractions for all tastes: sightseeing and museums, festivals, concerts, live music, pubs, etc. The camp provides 
	an excellent opportunity to establish contacts with young Estonians and to experience the local life.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 12	KIDS	11.07.2008	25.07.2008	20+
	description
	EST 12       DOWN TOWN ESP      TALLINN    11.07- 25.07      KIDS/ TEACH     4 vols
	                                                                                                               
	Project
	This camp is organized for teenagers by the language school “In Down Town” and non-profit association “Alternative
	 Language Programs Satellite”. The school’s aim is to introduce the diversity of world cultures to youth through 
	language studies, meetings, visits, direct contacts with young people from abroad in the hope to help young 
	Estonians’ integration into modern world. The main idea of the camp is to provide meaningful summer activities for 
	local youth helping school to realize its aim. The language of the camp is Spanish.
	
	Work
	Activating teenage participants of the school’s summer camp and providing cross-cultural learning experience for 
	them. It will be done through the games popular in the countries you represent, drama, sports, excursions, common
	 discussions, actions for peace and nature protection, etc. Each day of the camp program will have a special 
	theme and related activity. Volunteers along with local coordinators will be responsible for the whole program of the 
	camp. The work can be pretty hard, involving long working hours some days, requiring high commitment and 
	responsibility for the camp program.
	The age of youngsters is 14-17. Besides local kids 6 teenage participants from abroad are expected to join this 
	camp. It is going to be around 15 children in total. Most of local teenagers are Russian-speaking from Russian 
	minority community of Tallinn.
	NB! Since there will be German and French speaking camps taking place In Down Town School at the same time 
	with this Spanish one some joined activities for both camps (e.g. sport competitions, parties, etc.) are foreseen.
	
	Accommodation
	In the class rooms of the school which is situated in the every centre of Tallinn. Toilets and showers are available. 
	Please bring a sleeping bag. Volunteers will have breakfasts and dinners in their accommodation, lunches will be 
	organized for whole camp in the city.
	
	Location
	Camp takes place in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. More information on www.tallinn.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, bus or train station, harbor in Tallinn.
	
	Special requirements
	You have to be really motivated to work with teenagers. Some experience in work with children is an advantage. All
	 interesting ideas of activities for kids, games etc. are welcomed. Please bring some materials, postcards, 
	symbols of your country, posters, maps, music, etc. typical for your country and be ready to present it. Good 
	level of Spanish is required for this camp. Minimum age of volunteers is 20.
	
	Leisure time
	There are a lot of possibilities for leisure time activities as camp will take place in the capital where one can find 
	attractions for any taste: sightseeing & museums, festivals and concerts, live music, pubs, etc. The camp 
	provides an excellent opportunity to establish contacts with young Estonians and to experience the local life.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 13	MANU	14.07.2008	27.07.2008	18+
	description
	EST 13   ADVENTURE CAMP  I    POLVA       14.07 - 27.07      MANU/ ENVI    10 vols
	
	Project 
	This is a special camp for those who love adventures and are ready for unexpected situations, want to do 
	something useful and learn something new, encounter Estonian nature and make new friends. It will take place in 
	the Polva County in the village Polgaste, the area known for its outstanding beauty and well-preserved 
	uncultivated nature. The idea of the camp is to encounter Estonian nature and learn how to live in harmony with it. 
	The volunteers are invited to stay in the old watermill owned by the group of friends, who plan to use this rustic 
	place as an alternative training and a kind of meditation centre.
	Activity
	There will be one or two approximately 25-30 km one-day-long hikes to introduce you the surrounding as well as few
	 shorter ones. Even more hikes can be organised on your request! The local host will provide you with information 
	about herbs, plants, berries and mushrooms of this area and ways people can use it. Also teach you fishing trout 
	from the river, hiking in the forest, surviving in the wild nature, etc. But do not expect formal lectures and 
	exercises. The idea of the camp is learning from each other in easy relaxing and fun way. Your own contribution is 
	appreciated! Exact activities plan depends on weather conditions.
	
	Work 
	Beside hiking and adventure the volunteers are expected to work approximately 4-5 hours some of the days. Work
	 can be quite physical – various construction/ renovation works in the old watermill and odd jobs in the forest, weir 
	and at the riverside. 
	
	Accommodation 
	Volunteers will live in the big old watermill, which is quite rustic without special comfort: dry toilet, washing in the 
	river. Sometimes volunteers can use sauna at neighbours. Volunteers will prepare meals themselves in the kitchen 
	or on the open fire outside. Meals will be really simple. Food will be bought in the shop and from local farmers. You
	 have to bring sleeping bag and mat. 
	
	Location 
	Polgaste village lies in South-Estonia. Nearest towns are Polva (15 km), Võru (20 km) and Otepaa (27 km). South-
	Estonia is known above all for is natural richness. You will find picturesque forests and low hills varied with rivers, 
	creeks and beautiful lakes, several national parks and reserves. From the architectural side churches, manor 
	houses and ancient castles are certainly worth mentioning. But the greatest richness of South-Estonia is its kind 
	and hospitable people who despite of all difficulties manage to keep their traditions. More on www.southestonia.info,
	 www.polvamaale.ee, http://loodus.polvamaa.ee.
	
	Terminal 
	Airport, harbour, bus & train station in Tallinn, bus to Kanepi.
	
	Special requirements
	Volunteers have to be flexible, adventurous and be ready to give up some comfort. You have to be in a good 
	physical shape and be ready for hard work and long hikes. You should be interested in nature and environment 
	protection. Note: it is hard to provide vegetarian and lactose free food. Camp is not suitable for volunteers allergic 
	to hay or cats. 
	
	Leisure time
	Sport activities, wu-shu swimming, fishing, etc. Visit to Polva Local Life Museum. Excursions to the nearest bigger 
	towns Voru and Varska as well as tour to North of Estonia are foreseen.
	
	Participation fee
	Since EstYES does not receive funds to support your participation in the camp neither from the state nor from 
	private sponcors, you are asked to contribute 90 Euro towards cost of board and lodging, local transport and the 
	program. The fee has to be paid by volunteers upon arrival to the camp.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 15	MANU	21.07.2008	03.08.2008	18+
	description
	EST 15   VETSITALL   HIIUMAA  21.07- 03.08  MANU       5 vols
	
	Project 
	Hiiumaa –according to the Nordic sagas emerged from the Baltic Sea as a small islet more than 10,000 years ago. 
	The island of Hiiumaa was first mentioned in historical documents as a deserted island called Dageida in 1228. The 
	first inhabitants settled down at the end of the 13th century. Hiiumaa now is the second biggest island of Estonia: 
	its area is 965 sq. km, population around 11 000. It has many historical and nature sights, and there are kind 
	people known for their hospitality and good sense of humour. 
	Vetsitall is a tourist farm established on the site of old stables built in 1843. It is situated on the small island 
	Kassari (19 sq. km) which is linked to Hiiumaa. Vetsitall provides accommodation, camping, catering, excursions, 
	etc. promoting eco-tourism, keeping national heritage and cultural traditions and introducing it to the World. The area
	 provides a lot of possibilities for eco-tourism - with its beautiful sand dunes, pine woods and the high coastal 
	junipers Kassari Island is ideal for hiking, picnics, camping, sunbathing and swimming. Kaina Bay between Kassari 
	and Kaina and the numerous islets form a bird sanctuary with 70 different species - ideal place for bird watchers 
	and nature lovers. More information on http://www.vetsitall.ee/eng/tutvustus.php 
	For the number of years EstYES has been supporting the movement of tourist eco-farms in the rural areas of 
	Estonia by means of workcamps. And this camp works for the same idea. It gives a great chance to experience 
	everyday Estonian country life on the beautiful island of Hiiumaa!
	
	Work
	The work will mainly include cleaning and tidying up of the area of the farm, mowing grass, assisting tourist farm 
	with various seasonal works at the camping, kitchen end even in the pub. For some days volunteers may be 
	asked to work in the local museum. The working day is 6-7 hours. One day a week is free but not necessarily on 
	weekend.
	 
	Accommodation 
	In the camping houses of Vetsitall, where volunteers will have 2 rooms. Toilet, hot water, sauna is available. Meals 
	will be served in the local pub. 
	
	Location 
	Hiiumaa Island lies in the Baltic Sea west of Tallinn, 22 km from the mainland. Vetsitall is located near to seashore 
	on Kassari Island. The nearest town Kaina is about 10km away. See map on www.vetsitall.ee/eng/kaart.php#  More 
	information on www.hiiumaa.ee 
	
	Terminal 
	Airport, harbor, bus & train station in Tallinn; bus to Rohukula and ferry to Hiiumaa.
	
	Special requirements
	This camp is not suitable for volunteers allergic to different plants or hay. Note: it is not easy to provide diverse 
	vegetarian and lactose free food on the island. 
	
	Leisure time
	Sport activities sunbathing, swimming, hiking, birds watching, etc. Very good camp for nature lovers! It is possible 
	to get acquainted with the different farm work. Excursion around the island is planned. Life music, dancing and 
	parties in the local pub on weekends. Participants can join Estonian folk dances parties which are run every 
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 16	KIDS	25.07.2008	08.08.2008	18+
	description
	EST 16      DOWN TOWN ENG II     TALLINN       25.07 - 08.08     KIDS/ TEACH       8 vols 
	                                                                                                               
	Project
	This camp is organized for teenagers by the language school “In Down Town” and non-profit association “Alternative
	 Language Programs Satellite”. The school’s aim is to introduce the diversity of world cultures to youth through 
	language studies, meetings, visits, direct contacts with young people from abroad in the hope to help young 
	Estonians’ integration into modern world. The main idea of the camp is to provide meaningful summer activities for 
	local youth helping the school to realize its aim. 
	
	Work
	Activating teenage participants of the school’s summer camp and providing cross-cultural learning experience for 
	them. It will be done through the games popular in the countries volunteers represent, drama, sports, excursions, 
	common discussions, actions for peace and nature protection, etc. Each day of the camp program will have a 
	special theme and related activity. Volunteers along with local coordinators will be responsible for the whole 
	program of the camp. The work can be pretty hard, involving long working hours some days, requiring high 
	commitment and responsibility for the camp program.
	The age of youngsters is 14-17. Besides local kids 12 teenage participants from abroad are expected to join this 
	camp. In total it is going to be around 40 children. Most of local teenagers are Russian-speaking from Russian 
	minority community.
	
	Accommodation
	In the class rooms of the school which is situated in the very centre of Tallinn. Toilets and showers are available. 
	Please bring a sleeping bag. Volunteers will have breakfasts and dinners in their accommodation, lunches will be 
	organized for whole camp in the city.
	
	Location
	Camp will take place in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. More information on www.tallinn.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, bus or train station, harbor in Tallinn.
	
	Special requirements
	You have to be really motivated to work with teenagers. Some experience in work with children is an advantage. All
	 interesting ideas of activities for kids, games etc. are welcomed. Please bring some materials, postcards, 
	symbols of your country, posters, maps, music, etc. typical for your country. We expect active volunteers with 
	the good knowledge of history and culture of their country and ability to present it. The good level of English is 
	required. The minimum age of volunteers is 20.
	
	Leisure time
	There are a lot of possibilities for leisure time activities as camp will take place in the capital where one can find 
	attractions for all tastes: sightseeing and museums, festivals, concerts, live music, pubs, etc. The camp provides 
	an excellent opportunity to establish contacts with young Estonians and to experience the local life.
_________________________________________________________________________

	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 17	MANU	28.07.2008	09.08.2008	18+
	description
	EST 17         KOESTI  WATERMILL  II       VILJANDI      28.07 – 09.08      MANU/ RENO      10 vol

	Project 
	The aim of this camp is to help renovation of the historical watermill Koesti. This watermill dating from the end of 
	18th century is an important object of heritage protection for local community. The oldest part of the building 
	existing at present was built in the second half of 19th century. In 1930 the watermill was made two-storied and on 
	the river side the engineering for producing electric power was built. After the Second World War several changes 
	have been made there. Today association managing the watermill put a lot of effort into developing it into a 
	hydroelectric plant. It is planned to start the alternative electricity generating in 2008. This is a very important step 
	for the local community which goes along with the general plan to raise production use of energy from alternative 
	sources in Estonia.  At present such generating alternative energy projects have not been developed in Estonia yet
	 to the noticeable extend, therefore Koesti Watermill is an important initiative which has to be supported. 
	Work
	The work will include cleaning up the banks of Koesti creek and clearing up the green areas. You will also help with 
	different renovation works at the watermill. Volunteers will be working 6-7 hours per day and 5 days for week under 
	supervision of local technical leaders. 
	
	Accommodation 
	The accommodation facilities will be quite simple: you will stay in the mill house in camp beds. Please bring your 
	own sleeping bag! Toilets are available. Please note that the shower will be a self-made “summer shower”, which 
	means that there will not be any hot water. But you will have a good chance to try Estonian sauna at the weekend! 
	Volunteers will prepare meals themselves from the food provided by hosts using cooking facilities of the house.
	
	Location 
	The project is located at the border of Viljandi, a town situated in South Estonia on Sakala Upland. Town of Viljandi 
	with its 20,000 inhabitants is an independent unit of local authority and the centre of the county. As a culture town 
	it is well known for its valued Culture Academy, Ugala Drama Theatre and the famous international Folk Music 
	Festival (http://www.folk.ee/ ) held yearly at the end of July. Viljandi lies 160 km from Tallinn, 98 km from Parnu 
	and 80 km from Tartu. More information about Viljandi on www.viljandi.ee/?id=506 and 
	www.viljandimaa.ee/turismiinfo/?lg=eng
	
	Terminal 
	Airport, harbour, bus & train station in Tallinn; bus and train to Viljandi.
	
	Special requirements
	This camp is not suitable for volunteers allergic to different plants or hay. Be prepared for physical work. Please 
	note rather simple washing facilities in this camp. Please bring your sleeping bag and working clothes with you.
	
	Leisure time
	There are a lot of possibilities for leisure time activities as camp will take place in the town where one can find 
	attractions for all tastes: sightseeing and museums, festivals, concerts, live music, pubs, etc. You can spend 
	time at Viljandi Lake and go swimming, of course. In the weekend trips to Tartu or Parnu are possible.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 18	MANU	28.07.2008	09.08.2008	18+
	description
	EST 18    MARJAMAA    FESTIVAL     28.07- 09.08        MANU/ FEST         10 vols
	
	Project
	It became a good tradition for EstYES to organize international workcamps in co-operation with Marjamaa 
	Community, which is the largest community of Estonia. It lies on the half way between Tallinn and Parnu, and it is 
	known for its rich historical and cultural heritage: ancient settlement in Varbola, XIII century church in Marjamaa, 
	chapel in Haimre, numerous German manor houses of XVIII-XIX centuries, etc. Local authorities see in the 
	international camps an important tool for local development - not only in terms of work done by volunteers but 
	mainly for introduction multicultural dimension to the population of local communities in the country. The camp will 
	take place in the village of Marjamaa, the centre of the community. The task of the camp is to assist local 
	authorities’ maintenance plan. 
	
	Work
	Clearing and tiding up, mowing grass, cutting bushes, various odd jobs in- and outdoors. This work may take place 
	not only in Marjamaa but also in other smaller villages of the community. There will be international Marjamaa 
	Folklore Festival and Days of the Village on 30.07-03.08, so volunteers will be asked to help it out doing various 
	practical jobs. It is also expected that volunteers will contribute to the festival by introducing their national culture, 
	music, even food and dinks to the locals as well as organizing games and activities for local children.
	
	Accomodation: 
	Volunteers will stay in the premises of the Community House of Marjamaa right in the centre of village, sleeping 
	on the mattresses. Please bring a sleeping bag. Toilets and showers are available and it will be possible to try 
	Estonian sauna. Volunteers will be eating in the school canteena and local pubs. The possibility of making own food
	 is limited. 
	
	Location
	Marjamaa is a village with about 4 000 inhabitants on the half way between Tallinn and Parnu. Distance from 
	Marjamaa to Tallinn is 70 km. Being an administrative centre of community, Marjamaa has several shops, 
	department store, culture house, cinema, several pubs, night disco club, etc. Larger city nearby is Rapla (25km), 
	an administrative centre of the county, with a population of about 10 000 people. Marjamaa has good connection to
	 Tallinn, Parnu, Haapsalu. More information on www.marjamaa.ee and www.raplamaa.ee
	
	Terminal
	Airport, harbor, bus & train stations in Tallinn; bus to Marjamaa. 
	
	Special requirements
	Please bring sleeping bag and pillow, working clothes and gloves. It will be great if you could think about your 
	contribution to the festival and bring some materials, music, games as well as national food/ drinks for it. If you 
	can present folk songs or dances from your country or teach others it you really should not hesitate to do it  
	English is the camp language.
	
	Leisure time
	Sport activities at the school stadium, swimming in the local swimming pool, hiking, excursions to the ancient 
	settlement in Varbola, Sillaotsa Farm Museum and other places of interest of the area. It is possible to use free 
	days to go to Haapsalu or Parnu - Estonian popular spa towns, very lively in summer. Meetings with other camps 
	taking place at the same time can be organized. During camp there will be international Marjamaa Folklore Festival 
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 19	MANU	29.07.2008	10.08.2008	18+
	description
	EST 19      MAIDLA        RAPLA       29.07- 10.08      MANU/ KIDS      8 int+12 locals
	
	Project
	Maidla is an orphanage, which was established over 50 year ago on the site of the old German manor house. It 
	caters for 40 youngsters aged 3 to 18. Children attend school, gymnasium or professional school in the county. 
	The aim of the institution is to take care of children, create good conditions for their living there, ensure necessary 
	medical and psychological treatment, organize free time activities for them and finally, prepare them for the 
	independent life in future. 
	Besides the manor houses and the park, which occupies 3 ha, Maidla has also a garden, which supplies institution 
	with vegetables. Naturally there is a lot of practical work to do there, especially in summer, and assistance of 
	international volunteers will be appreciated. 
	Although many children will be away for the whole period of camp living in the “support families”, those staying in 
	Maidla will join volunteers for work and leisure.
	
	Work
	Maintenance works in the park and on the territory of institution, possibly light renovation and painting work in the 
	building, preparing and piling up fire woods for heating in winter and other odd jobs outdoors and indoors. Another 
	task of the camp will be to activate youngsters of Maidla involving them to the practical work, running a leisure 
	time program for them, organizing games and sport activities, introducing volunteers’ home countries and cultures, 
	providing practice of English language, etc. There will be around 15 young people aged 5 to 17 in Maidla at the time 
	of the camp.
	
	Accomodation:
	Volunteers will stay in the separate house, which is normally occupied by the eldest children. They will have 2-3 
	bedded rooms, shower, toilet, washing mashine. Sauna is available as well. Meals will be prepared by volunteers 
	themselves in the instituton’s  kitchen from the food provided by the institution. 
	
	Location
	Maidla is a tiny village, which lies 10 km east from Rapla, an administrative centre of the county with 7 000 
	inhabitants. Distance from Tallinn is about 60 km. Area around has a lot of small rivers and lakes as well as 
	forests with wild life – nice place for hikes, swimming, enjoying nature. More information on www.raplamaa.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, harbour, bus & train stations in Tallinn; bus  & train to Rapla; bus to Maidla.
	
	Special requirements
	No special requirements. Tools will be provided. Please bring working clothes and gloves. It would be very helpful if
	 you could bring games, songs popular in your countries, ideas for activities with children, anything you can use 
	for work with kids and teenagers of Maidla.  Your previous experience in work with kids is an advantage. English is 
	the camp language.
	
	Leisure time:
	Various joined activities with Maidla youngsters. Hikes in the forest. Sport activities using institution’s facilities. 
	Excursions and visits to the places of interest in the area. Trip to the seaside in Parnu can be organised. It is 
	possible to visit other workcamps taking place the same time in this region. Besides during this time of year, there 
	will be various cultural events in Rapla and neighbour villages (like Marjamaa Folk Festival) which is possible to 
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 20	MANU	04.08.2008	17.08.2008	18+
	description
	EST 20     JARVAMAA   CAMP    PAIDE      04.08 - 17.08         MANU    8 int + 10 locals

	Project
	Jarvamaa - Jarva County lies in the very centre of Estonia, it covers area of 2700 km2 and has a total population 
	of about 40 000 people. This area is known for he rich history, which left a lot of objects of historical and cultural 
	heritage, as well as for its beautiful nature with hills, forests, springs, rivers and lakes. The idea of the camp, held 
	for the second time in cooperation with local authorities, is to assist their maintenance plan. Another important aim 
	of the camp is introduction of multiculturalism and offering intercultural exchange to local young people of this rural
	 area, who will be very much involved to the camp.
	
	Work
	The work will include cleaning up the banks of Navesti River and Lake Eistvere and tidying up green areas. The 
	first week the camp will be spent in the Imavere community. The second week volunteers will work in the town of 
	Turi, where they will do some landscaping and general maintenance on the objects of local importance. Volunteers 
	will be working 5-7 hours per day and 5 days for week under supervision of local technical leaders. Local young 
	people will be joining international volunteers for work and leisure.
	
	Accommodation
	In the school building in the class rooms on the mattresses. Please bring your sleeping bag and pillow. Toilets and 
	showers are available, as well as kitchen with necessary equipment for cooking. Volunteers will have to make 
	some of the meals (e.g. breakfasts on their own) while the rest of the meals will be cooked and served by the 
	locals. 
	
	Location
	Imavere village lies in central-Estonia, halfway from Tallinn to Tartu, where the main road turns to Viljandi. Distance
	 from Tallinn is 120 km, from Tartu -70 km, from Viljandi - 40 km. Larger cities nearby are Poltsamaa (10 km) and 
	Paide, the capital of Jarva County (20 km). More information on www.jarva.ee , www.visitestonia.com 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, harbour, bus station in Tallinn, local bus from Tallinn to Poltsamaa or Paide. Transfer from Poltsamaa or 
	Paide to Imavere will be offered. 
	
	Special requirements
	No special requirements, except being ready for physical work. Please bring working clothes and gloves as well as 
	sleeping bags. Your interest towards history and contemporary life of local communities will be rewarded and 
	appreciated.
	
	Leisure time
	Swimming in the local lakes and rivers, hiking. Bikes will be offered for excursions to the sites nearby and minibus 
	for longer trips. It is planned to visit ostrich farm, Estonian Diary Museum and sawmill in Imavere, Põltsama 
	Castle as well as towns of Põltsamaa, Paide and Viljandi. This camp is absolutely suitable for people who like the 
	rural life and want to learn more about history and culture of Estonia staying in its heart.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 21	KIDS	08.08.2008	22.08.2008	18+
	description
	EST 21     DOWN TOWN KIDS II      TALLINN      08.08- 22.08      KIDS/ TEACH       8 vols
	                                                                                                               
	Project
	This project is organized for local children by the language school “In Down-Town” and non-profit association 
	“Alternative Language Programs Satellite”. The project’s aim is to introduce the diversity of world cultures to 
	children through alternative language studies. Answering kids need to practice their knowledge of English, the 
	project helps them to study national customs and traditions, develop their multicultural thinking and tolerance. Thus
	 the idea of the camp is to provide meaningful summer activities for local kids helping the school to fulfil the 
	project’s aim. 
	
	Work
	Activating participants of the school’s summer camp and providing cross-cultural learning experience for them. It 
	will be done through teaching and playing the games and music popular in the English speaking countries and the 
	countries the volunteers represent; training kids to perform pieces of amateur drama; preparing intellectual and 
	sport games for them as well as guided discussions on excursions round the places of interest; actions for peace 
	and nature protection; leading and supporting kids in their work on the team projects within the discussed topics 
	such as “Healthy body, healthy spirit”, “Good habits”, “My small home in the big world”, “War and peace”, etc.; 
	preparing and leading the kid teams’ presentations on English speaking countries and the countries the camp 
	participants are from. Each day of the camp program will have a special theme and a related activity. Volunteers 
	along with local coordinators are responsible for the program of the camp. The work can be pretty hard, involving 
	long working hours some days, requiring high commitment and responsibility for the camp program and the young 
	participants.
	The volunteers will work in pairs in the smaller groups along with local camp leaders. The age of youngsters is 10-
	12. The total number of kids is around 30. Most of kids are Russian-speaking from Russian minority community of
	 Tallinn. 
	
	Accommodation
	In the class rooms of the school which is situated in the very centre of Tallinn. Toilets and showers are available. 
	Please bring a sleeping bag. Volunteers will have breakfasts and dinners at their accommodation, lunches will be 
	organized for whole camp in the city.
	
	Location
	Camp will take place in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. More information on www.tallinn.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, bus or train station, harbour in Tallinn.
	
	Special requirements
	You have to be really motivated to work with kids. Experience in work with children is an advantage. All interesting 
	ideas of activities for kids, games etc. are welcomed. Please bring some materials, postcards, symbols of your 
	country, posters, maps, music, etc. typical for your country. We expect active volunteers with the good 
	knowledge of history and culture of their country and ability to present it. Please add a motivation letter. The good 
	level of English is required. The minimum age of vols is 20.
	
	Leisure time
	There are a lot of possibilities for leisure time activities as camp will take place in the capital where one can find 
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 22	MANU	11.08.2008	24.08.2008	18+
	description
	EST 22   ADVENTURE CAMP  II   POLVA      11.08 - 24.08      MANU/ ENVI    10 vols
	
	Project 
	This is a special camp for those who love adventures and are ready for unexpected situations, want to do 
	something useful and learn something new, encounter Estonian nature and make new friends. It will take place in 
	the Polva County in the village Polgaste, the area known for its outstanding beauty and well-preserved 
	uncultivated nature. The idea of the camp is to encounter Estonian nature and learn how to live in harmony with it. 
	The volunteers are invited to stay in the old watermill owned by the group of friends, who plan to use this rustic 
	place as an alternative training and a kind of meditation centre.
	Activity
	There will be one or two approximately 25-30 km one-day-long hikes to introduce you the surrounding as well as few
	 shorter ones. Even more hikes can be organised on your request! The local host will provide you with information 
	about herbs, plants, berries and mushrooms of this area and ways people can use it. Also teach you fishing trout 
	from the river, hiking in the forest, surviving in the wild nature, etc. But do not expect formal lectures and 
	exercises. The idea of the camp is learning from each other in easy relaxing and fun way. Your own contribution is 
	appreciated! Exact activities plan depends on weather conditions.
	
	Work 
	Beside hiking and adventure the volunteers are expected to work approximately 4-5 hours some of the days. Work
	 can be quite physical – various construction/ renovation works in the old watermill and odd jobs in the forest, weir 
	and at the riverside. 
	
	Accommodation 
	Volunteers will live in the big old watermill, which is quite rustic without special comfort: dry toilet, washing in the 
	river. Sometimes volunteers can use sauna at neighbours. Volunteers will prepare meals themselves in the kitchen 
	or on the open fire outside. Meals will be really simple. Food will be bought in the shop and from local farmers. You
	 have to bring sleeping bag and mat. 
	
	Location 
	Polgaste village lies in South-Estonia. Nearest towns are Polva (15 km), Võru (20 km) and Otepaa (27 km). South-
	Estonia is known above all for is natural richness. You will find picturesque forests and low hills varied with rivers, 
	creeks and beautiful lakes, several national parks and reserves. From the architectural side churches, manor 
	houses and ancient castles are certainly worth mentioning. But the greatest richness of South-Estonia is its kind 
	and hospitable people who despite of all difficulties manage to keep their traditions. More on www.southestonia.info,
	 www.polvamaale.ee, http://loodus.polvamaa.ee.
	
	Terminal 
	Airport, harbour, bus & train station in Tallinn, bus to Kanepi.
	
	Special requirements
	Volunteers have to be flexible, adventurous and be ready to give up some comfort. You have to be in a good 
	physical shape and be ready for hard work and long hikes. You should be interested in nature and environment 
	protection. Note: it is hard to provide vegetarian and lactose free food. Camp is not suitable for volunteers allergic 
	to hay or cats. 
	
	Leisure time
	Sport activities, wu-shu swimming, fishing, etc. Visit to Polva Local Life Museum. Excursions to the nearest bigger 
	towns Voru and Varska as well as tour to North of Estonia are foreseen.
	
	Participation fee
	Since EstYES does not receive funds to support your participation in the camp neither from the state nor from 
	private sponcors, you are asked to contribute 90 Euro towards cost of board and lodging, local transport and the 
	program. The fee has to be paid by volunteers upon arrival to the camp.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 23	RENO	19.08.2008	02.09.2008	18+
	EST 23
	description
	
	EST 23    CULTURE FACTORY  TALLINN         19.08 - 02.09         RENO/ FEST      8 vols
	
	Project
	In the buildings of a former Soviet rubber plant Polymer NGO Culture Factory is developing an environment for 
	workshops for artists and musicians, cultural events, youth activities etc. The former industrial spaces are being 
	renovated for new uses as exhibition and concert halls, dancing, theatre and visual arts studios, cultural, youth and
	 leisure activities. This year Culture Factory in cooperation with EstYES invites international volunteers to help 
	renovation works in the former factory continuing its transformation into alternative cultural centre as well as to 
	meeting artists, get experience with various workshops and help preparing and running annual alternative art 
	festival.
	The Culture Factory is a partner of the international Trans Europe Halles Network, an organisation uniting similar 
	centres all over Europe. More information on www.teh.net and www.kultuuritehas.ee 
	
	Work
	As the factory buildings have stood derelict for years, lots of cleaning-up has to be done. Be ready for the hard 
	and dirty work! It will be some renovation works, painting, fixing windows, cleaning, etc. but also jobs linked to the 
	festival - like preparation/ decoration of the rooms, putting exhibitions, transporting stuff, etc. The work will 
	normally last 6-7 hours a day. 
	
	Accommodation
	Volunteers will live in the factory building in a studio, where they will have a big room for living and equipped 
	kitchen for preparing own meals. Toilets and showers are available in the factory. Beds, mattresses and linens will 
	be provided, so there is no need to bring sleeping bags.
	
	Location
	Tallinn is the capital of Estonia. You can get a lot of information on Tallinn on www.tallinn.ee and 
	www.visitestonia.com . The Culture Factory is situated quite in the centre of Tallinn within walking distance (20 min)
	 to mediaeval old town, museums, pubs with intensive nightlife, etc.  
	
	Terminal
	Airport, bus or train station, harbor in Tallinn.
	
	Special requirements
	There are no special requirements. Tools will be provided. Please bring working clothes and gloves. Camp language 
	is English.
	
	Leisure time
	On site volunteers are welcome to take part in the festival and get acquainted with the work of artists and artisans.
	 During the camp Culture Factory will run the traditional festival, so a lot of cultural activities and parties are 
	foreseen: art, performances, music, etc. Besides, there are a lot of possibilities for leisure time activities since 
	camp takes place in the capital where one can find attractions for all tastes: sightseeing and museums, festivals, 
	concerts, live music, pubs, etc. The camp provides an excellent opportunity to establish contacts with young 
	Estonian artists. 
	
	Participation fee
	Since EstYES (neither its camp partner NGO Culture Factory) does not receive sufficient financial support for this
	 camp from municipality nor from private sources we have to charge participants an extra fee of 70 Euro. It has to
	 be paid by volunteers upon arrival to the camp, and it is to cover costs of materials as well as some cultural 
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST 25	ENVI	15.09.2008	28.09.2008	18+
	description
	EST 25   RISTITEE FARM    HIIUMAA    15.09- 28.09    ENVI         10 vols
	
	Project 
	Hiiumaa according to the Nordic sagas emerged from the Baltic Sea as a small islet more than 10,000 years ago. 
	The island of Hiiumaa was first mentioned in historical documents as a deserted island called Dageida in 1228. The 
	first inhabitants settled down at the end of the 13th century. Hiiumaa now is the second biggest island of Estonia: 
	its area is 965 sq. km, population around 12 000. It has many historical and nature sights, and there are kind 
	people known for their hospitality and good sense of humor. Ristitee farm is situated on the small island Kassari 
	(19 sq. km) which is linked to Hiiumaa. The farm has about 40 horses and it specializes in eco-tourism in Kassari 
	and horse riding for tourists. Indeed the area provides a lot of possibilities for this - with its beautiful sand dunes, 
	pine woods and the high coastal junipers Kassari Island is ideal for hiking, picnics, camping, sunbathing and 
	swimming. Kaina Bay between Kassari and Kaina and the numerous islets form a bird sanctuary with 70 different 
	species - ideal place for bird watchers and nature lovers. The idea of the camp is to assist the protection of one of 
	the environmental objects - coastal meadows, which are unique in Europe. Give hand to Kassari people and have 
	the great chance to experience everyday Estonian country life on the beautiful island of Hiiumaa!
	
	Work
	Volunteers will be mainly working on preserving coastal meadows. This work will include cleaning and tidying up, 
	cutting unwanted grass and bushes, deleting plants not typical for the meadows. This is an outdoors work in the 
	very wet area. In addition there can be some odd jobs in the farm, especially in the apple garden. The working day 
	is 6-7 hours. One day a week is free but not necessarily on weekend.
	 
	Accommodation 
	In the separate house on the sleeping mats. Volunteers have to bring sleeping bags. Toilet, hot water, sauna is 
	available. Volunteers will have to prepare meals themselves however with the help of locals.
	
	Location 
	Hiiumaa Island lies in the Baltic Sea west of Tallinn, 22 km from the mainland. Ristitee farm is situated on the 
	seashore very close to the forest. The nearest village is 10km away.
	
	Terminal 
	Airport, harbor, bus & train station in Tallinn; bus to Rohukula and ferry to Hiiumaa.
	
	Special requirements
	This camp is not suitable for volunteers allergic to different plants or hay. Note: it is hard to provide diverse 
	vegetarian and lactose free food on the island. Volunteers have to bring rubber boots, waterproof clothes and 
	pocket torch. Volunteers aged over 35 are especially welcome!
	
	Leisure time
	Sunbathing and swimming, hiking, birds watching, etc. Very good camp for nature lovers! Excursion around the 
	island is planned. Since Ristitee is also a horse farm you will get the possibility to exercise horse riding.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST MTV	PARNU	19.05.2008	17.08.2008	20+
	description
	EST MTV      SOOMETSA   MTV      PARNU     19.05 - 17.08   KIDS       1 vol
	
	Project
	This project is organized for the children and youth of Soometsa village by the initiative and with the support of 
	Parnu County Regional Development Centre The project’s aim is bring fresh ideas into the life of a village and 
	contribute to the local development by managing interactive functioning youth-room in the new Community House,
	 suggesting and running various summer activites for the local kids, giving them an opportunity to learn and 
	practice English in a non-formal way and friendly atmosphere. Most of those kids have little possibility to meet 
	foreigners before, so they have an actual need to discover new cultures and try a new way of communication. The
	 mission of the international volunteer coming to such a small village is to promote cultural exchanges and help the
	 local people to broaden their horizons. 
	Work 
	The volunteer is expected to help running the youth-room in the Soometsa Community House and to organise 
	summer activities for local youth and children. There are about 30 children and youngsters with whom the volunteer
	 are supposed to work with while the parents are at work during the day time. There are two age groups – kids under
	 11 and between 12 and 16. It is challenging task to communicate with the kids as their English may be not good 
	enough, but take it positively and be creative! Possible activities to do: sport, games, other outdoor activities, 
	workshops, competitions, exhibitions, hiking (Soometsa is a beautiful nature resource), excursions, initiating non-
	formal language courses (maybe a Conversation club with interactive communication). The latter can be actually 
	mutual, if volunteer is interested to learn some Estonian! There is also some manual work to do like maintaining a 
	sport ground close to the Community House.  As there will be two teenage workcamps in July and August with 8 
	international and 8 local participants MTV volunteer is also expected to become a coordinator of these camps.
	Board & lodging 
	Volunteer will have a room in the Community House. It also has toilet, shower and fully equipped kitchen, where 
	volunteer will cook using the ingredients provided by local community. Sleeping bag is needed.
	Special requirements
	Good knowledge of English and high motivation to work with children is required. Previous experience in project 
	management and organizational skills is an asset. All interesting ideas of activities for kids, games etc. are 
	welcome. You should be ready to live in a very small place in the country side and do physical work time to time. 
	It will be really appreciated if volunteer is a non-smoker. Volunteer will be working in close contacts with the kids, 
	so (s)he is kindly asked not to drink alcohol in the Community House. The minimum age is 20.
	
	Location
	Hademeeste area is distinctive Estonian bio-geographical region of bogs, holding a big variety of valuable nature 
	species. Soometsa is surrounded by Rannametsa-Soometsa nature reserves. www.luitemaa.eoy.ee/main_eng.htm 
	Soometsa village is a group of farm houses, laying in the  7 km long area, located in the Hademeeste parish of 
	Parnu County www.aboutromania.com/EstoniaMap.gif  It lies 25 km to south from the Estonian summer capital city
	 Parnu, which is famous as the most delightful of resorts, featuring various attractions especially during summer 
	season. The total population of Soometsa community is 150. The inhabitants are mostly farmers. NB! The village 
	is a long way from the municipality centre and there are no services, shops, school, etc. there. More information 
	about Soometsa on www.soometsa.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, bus or train station, harbor in Tallinn; bus to Pärnu; local bus to Soometsa.
	
	Leisure time
	This project provides excellent opportunity to establish contacts with young Estonians and to experience vivid local
	 life during three summer months. You might wish to visit Tallinn (about 2 hours from Parnu by bus) some days 
	which could be connected with Medieval Market in Old Town of Tallinn 10-13 July and the Beer Summer Festival 2-6
	 July (www.ollesummer.ee) or other events. For more information about traveling in Estonia, please, check 
	www.turismiweb.ee/en/, www.maaturism.ee/new/index.php?keel=eng, www.visitestonia.com
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST T1	STUDY	29.06.2008	11.07.2008	14-17
	description
	EST T1   DOWN TOWN ENG I    TALLINN     29.06 - 11.07    TEEN/STUDY    12 int+25 local

	Project
	International language camp is organized by the language school “In Down Town”, non-profit association “Alternative
	 Language Programs Satellite” (ALPS) and youth exchange association EstYES. The camp is aimed to introduce 
	the diversity of world cultures to the teenagers aged 14 -17 through language studies and direct contact with young
	 people from abroad in the hope to help young Estonians to integrate into modern world. At the same time this 
	camp gives foreign participants a great chance to meet youngsters of Estonia and experience local life staying in 
	the local host families. 
	
	Program
	Camp program includes visits to museums, sightseeing in the Estonian capital, meetings with organizations, social 
	games and performances in the open air, actions for peace and nature protection, talks and discussions at the 
	round table. Each day of the camp has its own theme and a special activity. To activate teenagers and run the 
	program there will be 8 international volunteers and members of local school staff. 
	
	Accommodation
	In the apartments of the host families in Tallinn. Participants will have breakfasts and dinners in their host families,
	 lunches – all together in the city.
	
	Location
	Camp will take place in Tallinn - the capital of Estonia. More information on www.tallinn.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, bus & train station, harbor in Tallinn. Pick up by families at the point of arrival is possible upon request.
	
	Special requirements
	We will welcome all interesting ideas for the program and your active participation in it. English is a camp language.
	 The age of participants is 14 - 17.
	
	Participation fee
	Unlike the traditional camp there will be no work but linguistic studies and informal educational activities. Besides 
	regular costs for board, lodging, domestic transport, materials, etc. the program involves extra expenses for 
	excursions, visits, cultural activities and general administration. Since neither EstYES nor its camp partner ALPS 
	does not receive any financial support for this camp from municipality or any private sources to make camp 
	happened we have to charge the participation fee of 175 Euro, which has to be paid by participants upon arrival to 
	the camp.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST T2	ENVI	01.07.2008	12.07.2008	14-17
	description
	EST T2       SOOMETSA I     PARNU        01.07- 12.07         ENVI/ TEEN        8 int + 8 locals   
	
	Project
	The camp will take place in tiny Soometsa village of Parnu County. Local community sees in the international 
	camps an important tool for local development – not just in terms of work done by the volunteers but mainly for 
	introduction of multiculturalism to the population of small places in rural area through intercultural exchange and 
	international contacts given to local youth. This project is organized by the initiative of NGO Soometsa Village 
	Association for the children and youth of Soometsa. The project’s aim is bring fresh ideas into the life of a small 
	village and contribute to the local development by creating facilities for the leisure time of local youth. A side idea 
	of the camp is to give local youngsters the opportunity to learn and practice English in a non-formal way and 
	friendly atmosphere meeting their peers from abroad. Most of those kids have very little chance to meet 
	foreigners, so they have an actual need to discover new cultures and try a new way of communication. 
	International volunteers coming to such a small village will promote intercultural exchange and help the local people 
	to broaden their horizons. 
	Work 
	The general theme of the camp is Environment. Volunteers will help creation of nature trail in the nature reserve 
	putting pointers and stands, making benches, preparing maps, etc. Another work is to help general cleaning and 
	tidying up of the area around Community House. A group of local youngsters will be sharing work and leisure with 
	the international group of volunteers. 
	Accommodation
	Volunteers will live in the Community House. It has toilet, shower and equipped kitchen. Volunteers will have to 
	cook themselves from ingredients provided by community. It will be possible to try famous Estonian sauna. 
	Special requirements
	No special requirements. Please bring working clothes and gloves. 
	The age of vols is 14-16 for the first shift and 16-18 for the second one.
	
	Location
	Haedemeeste area, where Soometsa is situated, is distinctive Estonian biogeographical region of bogs, holding a 
	big variety of valuable nature species. Soometsa is surrounded by Rannametsa-Soometsa nature reserves. 
	www.luitemaa.eoy.ee/main_eng.htm Soometsa is actually a group of farm houses. It is 7 km long, has only 150 
	inhabitants mostly farmers. It is located in the Pärnu County, lying 25 km to the South from the Estonian „summer
	 capital“ - the city of Parnu, famous as the most delightful of resorts, featuring various attractions especially 
	during summer season. More information about Soometsa is on www.soometsa.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, bus or train station, harbor in Tallinn; bus to Parnu; local bus to Soometsa. 
	
	Leisure time
	The camp provides an excellent opportunity to establish contacts with young Estonians and to experience local life.
	 Possible activities to do: sport, games, workshops, competitions, exhibitions, hiking (Soometsa is a beautiful 
	nature resource), excursions to the places of interest of the area. Visit to Parnu, famous spa town, a summer 
	capital of Estonia, is foreseen. 
	
	Participation fee
	Due to the lack of financial support for this  project a participation fee of 120 Euro is requested from the 
	volunteers to cover the costs of board and lodging, leisure time activities as well as administrative and pedagogical
	 costs. It has to be paid by volunteers upon arrival to the camp.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST T3	MANU	02.07.2008	13.07.2008	14-17
	description
	EST T3     PARSTI    VILJANDI   02.07- 13.07 MANU  15 int + 30 locals
	
	Project
	This project will take place in Parsti Community. Local authorities see the international camps an important tool for 
	local development – not only in terms of work done by volunteers but mainly for introduction of multiculturalism to 
	the population of small places in the rural areas through intercultural exchange and international contacts given to 
	local youth. That is why international volunteers will be working and living along with the group of local youth, who 
	will share work and leisure with volunteers. The practical side of this camp, organized in cooperation with Parsti 
	administration is to help tiding up the schools parks and take care of historical and cultural objects of Parsti 
	Community. 
	
	Work
	The work will be mostly outdoors and last 3-5 hours a day. The work will be mainly tidying up the schools park and 
	maintaining of some historical and cultural sites of Parsti Community - renovating fences, painting, cutting bushes,
	 etc. Some seasonal work in the park is possible. The rest of the day will be filled in by diverse activities like 
	excursions, visits, games, sport, etc. This part will be run as an adventure type of camp with some survival 
	practices organised together with the Estonian Defense League. A group of local youth will join international 
	volunteers to share work, camp life and leisure with them. 
	
	Accommodation
	Volunteers will stay in the large tents. You have to bring sleeping bags, mattress and warm clothes, tents will be 
	provided. If nights will be cold there will be heating inside the tents. Toilets and showers will be available outdoors. 
	Meals will be served outside, however the volunteers will be asked to help out with the cleaning. For some evening 
	barbeque is planned. 
	
	Location
	Parsti Community is situated in South-Estonia on the western part of the Sakala upland bordering on the Viljandi 
	town in the east. It has the total area of 210 sq km and the population of 3600 people, who live in 26 villages and 
	the market town of Ramsi. The territory of the community is bisected by ancient Raudna Valley & the Raudna 
	River. Large forests are situated in the western part of the area; fields and grasslands lie on the fertile moraine 
	plain originated from the glacial era. More info on www.visitestonia.com, www.viljandimaa.ee, www.viljandi.ee.
	
	Terminal 
	Airport, harbor, bus & train stations Tallinn; bus & train to Viljandi; local bus to Kulmallika.
	
	Special requirements
	No special skills are needed. Tools for the work will be provided. Please bring sleeping bags, mattress, warm 
	clothes, working clothes and gloves. English is the camp language. The age of volunteers is 14-17.
	
	Leisure time
	Joined activities with local youngsters of the camp – swimming, hiking, sunbathing, sports, games and excursions 
	to the places of interest of the area. 
	
	Participation fee
	Due to the lack of financial support for this project a participation fee of 100 Euro is requested from the volunteers
	 to cover costs of board and lodging, leisure time activities as well as administrative and pedagogical costs. It has 
	to be paid by volunteers upon arrival to the camp.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST T4	STUDY	13.07.2008	25.07.2008	14-17
	description
	EST T4    DOWN TOWN FRA   TALLINN    13.07- 25.07    TEEN/ STUDY    6 int+10 local
	
	Project
	An international language camp is organized by the language school “In Down Town”, non-profit association 
	“Alternative Language programs Satellite” and youth exchange association EstYES. The camp is aimed to introduce
	 the diversity of world cultures to the teenagers aged 14 -17 through language studies and direct contact with 
	young people from abroad in the hope to help young Estonians to integrate into the modern world. At the same time
	 this camp gives foreign participants a good chance to meet youngsters of Estonia and experience the local life 
	staying in the local host families. The language of this camp is French.
	
	Program
	Camp program includes visits to museums and sightseeing of the Estonian capital, meetings with organizations, 
	social games and performances in the open air, actions to protect peace and environment, talks and discussions at
	 the round table. Each day of the camp has its own theme and a special activity. To activate teenagers there will 
	be 4 international volunteers and members of the school staff.
	NB! Since there will be German and Spanish speaking camps taking place In Down Town School at the same time 
	with this French one some joined activities for both camps like sport competitions, parties, etc. are foreseen.
	
	Accommodation
	In the apartments of host families in Tallinn. Participants will have breakfasts and dinners in the host families, 
	lunches – all together in the city.
	
	Location
	Camp takes place in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. More information on www.tallinn.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, bus & train station, harbor in Tallinn. Pick up by host families at the point of arrival is possible upon 
	request.
	
	Special requirements
	We will welcome all interesting ideas for the program and your active participation in it. Since French is a camp 
	language, relatively good knowledge of spoken French is required in this camp. The age of participants is 14 - 17.
	
	Participation fee
	Unlike the traditional camp there will be no work but linguistic studies and informal educational activities. Besides 
	regular costs for board, lodging, domestic transport, materials, etc. the program involves extra expenses for 
	excursions, visits, cultural activities and general administration. Since neither EstYES nor its camp partner ALPS 
	does not receive any financial support for this camp from municipality or any private sources to make camp 
	happened we have to charge the participation fee of 175 Euro, which has to be paid by participants upon arrival to 
_________________________________________________________________________

	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST T5	STUDY	13.07.2008	25.07.2008	14-17
	description
	EST T5    DOWN TOWN DEU   TALLINN    13.07- 25.07    TEEN/ STUDY    6 int+10 local
	
	Project
	An international language camp is organized by the language school “In Down Town”, non-profit association 
	“Alternative Language Programs Satellite” and youth exchange association EstYES. The camp is aimed to 
	introduce the diversity of world cultures to the teenagers aged 14 -17 through language studies and direct contacts 
	with young people from abroad in the hope to help young Estonians to integrate into the modern world. At the same
	 time this camp gives foreign participants a good chance to meet youngsters of Estonia and experience local life 
	staying in the local host families. The language of this camp is German.
	
	Program
	Camp program includes visits to museums and sightseeing of the Estonian capital, meetings with organizations, 
	social games and performances in the open air, actions to protect peace and environment, talks and discussions at
	 the round table. Each day of the camp has its own theme and a special activity. To activate teenagers there will 
	be 4 international volunteers and members of the school staff.
	NB! Since there will be French and Spanish speaking camps taking place In Down Town School at the same time 
	with this German one some joined activities for both camps like sport competitions, parties, etc. are foreseen.
	
	Accommodation
	In the apartments of the host families in Tallinn. Participants will have breakfast and dinner in the host families, 
	lunch – all together in the city.
	
	Location
	Camp takes place in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. More information on www.tallinn.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, bus & train station, harbor in Tallinn. Pick up by host families at the arrival point is possible upon request.
	
	Special requirements
	We will welcome all interesting ideas for the program and your active participation in it. Since German is a camp 
	language, relatively good level of spoken German is required. The age of participants is 14 - 17.
	
	Participation fee
	Unlike the traditional camp there will be no work but linguistic studies and informal educational activities. Besides 
	regular costs for board, lodging, domestic transport, materials, etc. the program involves extra expenses for 
	excursions, visits, cultural activities and general administration. Since neither EstYES nor its camp partner ALPS 
	does not receive any financial support for this camp from municipality or any private sources to make camp 
	happened we have to charge the participation fee of 175 Euro, which has to be paid by participants upon arrival to 
	the camp.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST T6	STUDY	13.07.2008	25.07.2008	14-17
	description
	EST T6    DOWN TOWN ESP   TALLINN    13.07- 25.07    TEEN/ STUDY    6 int +10 local
	
	Project
	An international language camp is organized by the language school “In Down Town”, non-profit association 
	“Alternative Language Programs Satellite” and youth exchange association EstYES. The camp is aimed to 
	introduce the diversity of world cultures to the teenagers aged 14 -17 through language studies and direct contacts 
	with young people from abroad in the hope to help young Estonians to integrate into the modern world. At the same
	 time this camp gives foreign participants a good chance to meet youngsters of Estonia and experience local life 
	staying in the local host families. The language of this camp is Spanish.
	
	Program
	Camp program includes visits to museums and sightseeing of the Estonian capital, meetings with organizations, 
	social games and performances in the open air, actions to protect peace and environment, talks and discussions at
	 the round table. Each day of the camp has its own theme and a special activity. To activate teenagers there will 
	be 4 international volunteers and members of the school staff.
	NB! Since there will be French and German speaking camps taking place In Down Town School at the same time 
	with this Spanish one some joined activities for both camps like sport competitions, parties, etc. are foreseen.
	
	Accommodation
	In the apartments of the host families in Tallinn. Participants will have breakfast and dinner in the host families, 
	lunch – all together in the city.
	
	Location
	Camp takes place in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. More information on www.tallinn.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, bus & train station, harbor in Tallinn. Pick up by host families at the arrival point is possible upon request.
	
	Special requirements
	We will welcome all interesting ideas for the program and your active participation in it. Since Spanish is a camp 
	language, relatively good level of spoken Spanish is required. The age of participants is 14 - 17.
	Participation fee
	Unlike the traditional camp there will be no work but linguistic studies and informal educational activities. Besides 
	regular costs for board, lodging, domestic transport, materials, etc. the program involves extra expenses for 
	excursions, visits, cultural activities and general administration. Since neither EstYES nor its camp partner ALPS 
	does not receive any financial support for this camp from municipality or any private sources to make camp 
	happened we have to charge the participation fee of 175 Euro, which has to be paid by participants upon arrival to 
	the camp.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST T7	MANU	16.07.2008	27.07.2008	15-17
	description
	EST T7     KUUSTE  MALEV   TARTU     16.07- 27.07       MANU    15 int +15 locals
	
	Project
	This camp will take place in South-Estonia in Tartu County. The global aim of this project is to restore the old 
	tradition of summer students’ work camps (called “Malev” in Estonian), which where really popular in 70s and 80s in
	 Estonia. Those years thousands of school students during their summer vacations went voluntarily to the 
	countryside to help farmers to do seasonal works and to spend their free time in a meaningful way in the great 
	atmosphere of adventure and friendship. Nowadays some youth organisations are trying to re-introduce old 
	tradition, and the camp in Kuuste is one of such attempts. The participation of international volunteers is seen as 
	an innovative and attractive element aimed to introduce multiculturalism to the youth through intercultural 
	exchange and contacts local youth will get working alongside with international volunteers. Living and working 
	together is the best way to learn about each other!
	 
	Work
	Mainly manual work around cultural & historical objects: cleaning up the historical school park, maintaining fences, 
	painting, cutting bushes around old school house. International volunteers will work and live together with local 
	youngsters aged 15-18. Working time will be after breakfast till lunchtime. After lunch there will be various sport 
	and culture activities for the group.
	The work takes place from 17th to 24th of July. On 25th and 26th of July there will be a reunion of 7 local camps 
	(Malevs) of Tartu County in Lahte. It will gather around 200 young people for the sport and music competitions, big
	 party and fun.
	
	Accommodation
	Accommodation will be in the Kuuste school house.  Please bring sleeping bag and mat. Toilet and showers are 
	available. Meals will be prepared 3 times a day by kitchen stuff.
	
	Location
	Tartu County lies between two big lakes – Lake Peipsi and Lake Vortsjarv. County capital Tartu is university town 
	with 100 000 inhabitants. More information on www.tartumaa.ee, www.visitestonia.com, http://turism.tartumaa.ee  
	Kuuste, where the camp takes place, lies 17km from Tartu.
	
	Terminal
	Airport, harbor, bus or train station in Tallinn; bus to Tartu.
	
	Special requirements
	No special skills are needed. Tools for the work will be provided. Please bring sleeping bag, working clothes and 
	gloves. English is the camp language. The age of volunteers is 15-17.
	
	Leisure time
	After the work there will be games, discussions, brainstorming, culture and sport activities, hikes, theme parties, 
	dance parties etc. Besides all organized activities there is enough space for your ideas. There will be also an 
	excursion around South-Estonia. Some culture events and festivals are being held in Tartu at the same time with 
	the camp and visits to Tartu are foreseen. The big reunion of 7 camps with contests, sport, music, parties will be 
	held in Lahte on 25th -26th of July. 
	
	Partiicpation fee
	To cover administrative and pedagogical costs as well as the costs for leisure time activities of this camp 
	participation fee of 70 Euro is requested from volunteers. It has to be paid upon arrival to the camp.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST T8	STUDY	27.07.2008	08.08.2008	14-17
	description
	EST T8   DOWN TOWN ENG II   TALLINN     27.07- 08.08    TEEN/STUDY    12 int+25 local
	
	Project
	International language camp is organized by the language school “In Down Town”, non-profit association “Alternative
	 Language Programs Satellite” (ALPS) and youth exchange association EstYES. The camp is aimed to introduce 
	the diversity of world cultures to the teenagers aged 14 -17 through language studies and direct contact with young
	 people from abroad in the hope to help young Estonians to integrate into modern world. At the same time this 
	camp gives foreign participants a great chance to meet youngsters of Estonia and experience local life staying in 
	the local host families. 
	
	Program
	Camp program includes visits to museums, sightseeing in the Estonian capital, meetings with organizations, social 
	games and performances in the open air, actions for peace and nature protection, talks and discussions at the 
	round table. Each day of the camp has its own theme and a special activity. To activate teenagers and run the 
	program there will be 8 international volunteers and members of local school staff. 
	
	Accommodation
	In the apartments of the host families in Tallinn. Participants will have breakfasts and dinners in their host families,
	 lunches – all together in the city.
	
	Location
	Camp will take place in Tallinn - the capital of Estonia. More information on www.tallinn.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, bus & train station, harbor in Tallinn. Pick up by families at the point of arrival is possible upon request.
	
	Special requirements
	We will welcome all interesting ideas for the program and your active participation in it. English is a camp language.
	 The age of participants is 14 - 17.
	
	Participation fee
	Unlike the traditional camp there will be no work but linguistic studies and informal educational activities. Besides 
	regular costs for board, lodging, domestic transport, materials, etc. the program involves extra expenses for 
	excursions, visits, cultural activities and general administration. Since neither EstYES nor its camp partner ALPS 
	does not receive any financial support for this camp from municipality or any private sources to make camp 
	happened we have to charge the participation fee of 175 Euro, which has to be paid by participants upon arrival to 
	the camp.
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	Network	Country	Camp code	Type	Date start	Date finish	Age limit
	Alliance	Estonia	EST T9	ENVI	28.07.2008	08.08.2008	14-17
	description
	EST T9       SOOMETSA II    PARNU        28.07- 08.08         ENVI/ TEEN        8 int + 8 locals   
	Project
	The camp will take place in tiny Soometsa village of Parnu County. Local community sees in the international 
	camps an important tool for local development – not just in terms of work done by the volunteers but mainly for 
	introduction of multiculturalism to the population of small places in rural area through intercultural exchange and 
	international contacts given to local youth. This project is organized by the initiative of NGO Soometsa Village 
	Association for the children and youth of Soometsa. The project’s aim is bring fresh ideas into the life of a small 
	village and contribute to the local development by creating facilities for the leisure time of local youth. A side idea 
	of the camp is to give local youngsters the opportunity to learn and practice English in a non-formal way and 
	friendly atmosphere meeting their peers from abroad. Most of those kids have very little chance to meet 
	foreigners, so they have an actual need to discover new cultures and try a new way of communication. 
	International volunteers coming to such a small village will promote intercultural exchange and help the local people 
	to broaden their horizons. 
	Work 
	The general theme of the camp is Environment. Volunteers will help creation of nature trail in the nature reserve 
	putting pointers and stands, making benches, preparing maps, etc. Another work is to help general cleaning and 
	tidying up of the area around Community House. A group of local youngsters will be sharing work and leisure with 
	the international group of volunteers. 
	Accommodation
	Volunteers will live in the Community House. It has toilet, shower and equipped kitchen. Volunteers will have to 
	cook themselves from ingredients provided by community. It will be possible to try famous Estonian sauna. 
	Special requirements
	No special requirements. Please bring working clothes and gloves. 
	The age of vols is 14-16 for the first shift and 16-18 for the second one.
	
	Location
	Haedemeeste area, where Soometsa is situated, is distinctive Estonian biogeographical region of bogs, holding a 
	big variety of valuable nature species. Soometsa is surrounded by Rannametsa-Soometsa nature reserves. 
	www.luitemaa.eoy.ee/main_eng.htm Soometsa is actually a group of farm houses. It is 7 km long, has only 150 
	inhabitants mostly farmers. It is located in the Pärnu County, lying 25 km to the South from the Estonian „summer
	 capital“ - the city of Parnu, famous as the most delightful of resorts, featuring various attractions especially 
	during summer season. More information about Soometsa is on www.soometsa.ee 
	
	Terminal
	Airport, bus or train station, harbor in Tallinn; bus to Parnu; local bus to Soometsa. 
	
	Leisure time
	The camp provides an excellent opportunity to establish contacts with young Estonians and to experience local life.
	 Possible activities to do: sport, games, workshops, competitions, exhibitions, hiking (Soometsa is a beautiful 
	nature resource), excursions to the places of interest of the area. Visit to Parnu, famous spa town, a summer 
	capital of Estonia, is foreseen. 
	
	Participation fee
	Due to the lack of financial support for this  project a participation fee of 120 Euro is requested from the 
	volunteers to cover the costs of board and lodging, leisure time activities as well as administrative and pedagogical
	 costs. It has to be paid by volunteers upon arrival to the camp.
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