ESTONIA

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.

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.

EST 03     DOWN TOWN KIDS I       TALLINN                 13.06- 27.06              KIDS/ TEACH       8 vols

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 attractions for all tastes: sightseeing and museums, festivals, concerts, live music, pubs, etc. The camp provides good opportunity to experience vivid local life of the Estonian capital in summer.

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 join Mid-Summer festivities on night from 23 to 24 of June, which is actually the largest celebration in Estonia.

EST 05      DOWN TOWN ENG I      TALLINN                    27.06 - 11.07     KIDS/ TEACH       8 vols

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.  

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 timeImastu 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.

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.
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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 lively in summer.

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.

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.

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.
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.

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.

EST 13   ADVENTURE CAMP  I    POLVA                  14.07 - 27.07      MANU/ ENVI     10 vols

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.
EST 14                ZOO I                TALLINN                  15.07- 26.07                 MANU/ENVI                         5 vols

EST  24               ZOO II                TALLINN                  20.08- 31.08                 MANU/ENVI                         5 vols
Project
The World Zoo and Aquarium Conservation Strategy adopted in 2005 puts the emphasis on wildlife conservation as one of the highest priorities for the zoos around the world. Once offering only public entertainment, the zoos today must take the role of wildlife conservation centres, breeding endangered species and supporting their recovery in the wild. Tallinn Zoo (http://www.loomaaed.ee) participates in a numerous conservation projects, playing a leading role in the reintroduction project of the European mink (Mustela lutreola). It has also provided specimens for the reintroduction of the Black vulture. Tallinn Zoo introduces the public to a variety of animals and conveys information about wildlife through interpretative signs and boards, interactive devices, printed handouts and media representations. From autumn through spring classes for young animal lovers - schoolchildren of different age are regularly conducted in the Zoo
So far Tallinn Zoo has been a partner of EstYES for the local voluntary actions. In the development of our cooperation the first international workcamp was be held in Tallinn Zoo in summer 2007. Following its success this year we introduce two camps there. Tallinn Zoo was first open on the 25th of August 1939, which means that during the second shift of the camp it will celebrate its 69th anniversary.
Work
The work mainly consists of doing various gardening jobs in the green areas of the large zoo territory: clearing and tiding up, mowing grass, cutting bushes, planting flowers. There might be as well small renovation works and various odd jobs outdoors. In case of rainy weather alternative work indoors will be found. The work is planned as 7-8 hours a day. NB! Work does not include direct contact with the animals

Accomodation:
Volunteers will stay in the residential area of Tallinn in the EstYES apartment, where long-term EVS volunteers are usually accommodated. It takes about 20 min by bus to get from there to the city centre and about 40-50 min to get to the Zoo from there. Volunteers will have two rooms, equipped kitchen, shower rooms and toilet at their disposal. They will sleep on mattresses on the floor and in beds. Please bring your sleeping bags! Volunteers have to prepare their own meals for breakfasts and dinners. Lunches will be taken together with the Zoo gardening staff at the working place. Volunteers will use public transport to go to work; the tickets will be provided by EstYES.
Location
Tallinn is the capital of Estonia, the largest city with 400 000 inhabitants and nearly as many tourists during summer. You can get a lot of information on Tallinn on www.tallinn.ee or www.visitestonia.com. Zoo is situated to the west from the city centre, about 15-20 min by public transport. 
Terminal
Airport, bus or train station, harbour in Tallinn.

Special requirements
No special skills required but you have to be ready for physical work. This camp is not suitable for volunteers allergic to hay. Tools will be provided, just take your working clothes and gloves and a sleeping bag! The camp language is English.
Leisure time
Besides that volunteers will get well acquainted with the zoo and its inhabitants, there are a lot of possibilities for leisure time activities since camp will take place in the capital, where one can find attractions for any taste: sightseeing & museums, festivals and concerts, live music, pubs, etc.

Participation fee
As EstYES does not have funds to support your participation in this camp neither from the state nor from the private sponsors, you are asked to contribute 50 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.

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 weekend in Vetsitall.

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 J 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 ad Days of the Village where volunteers can join diverse activities and parties with the participants and locals.

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 attend.
 

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.

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 activities.

EST 25            RISTITEE FARM               HIIUMAA  15.09- 28.09               ENVI        10 vols
Project