About WWOOF



How do I become a WWOOFER
How do I become a WWOOF host
How long can I expect to stay with a WWOOF host?
What experience do I need?
do I need a visa?
WWOOF aims
history

How do I become a WWOOFer?

Register by clicking the button on the emain page marked "lOG IN /REGISTER" on the main page. This will take you to the WWOOF Bulgaria NING site. Complete the online form and then you can search for a host farm by moving the mouse over the word "members" and clicking "find a host". Please contact the host farm directly.

How do I become a WWOOF host?

If you are an organic farm or similar project looking for volunteers to help with organic farming or gardening work. Register by clicking the button on the main page marked "lOG IN / REGISTER" on the main page. This will take you to the WWOOF Bulgaria NING site. Complete the online form. You do not need to have an organic certificate, but we expect you to be using organic methods. If accepted your farm or project will be reviewed by a WWOOF volunteer at some time in the future.

How long can I expect to stay with a WWOOF host?

When you have looked through the database of Host Farms, choose a host/s that are appealing to you and in the areas you are interested in visiting. When you have decided the approximate dates of your travel, contact the host(s) directly and discuss your plans. How long you stay with a host is up to you, and of course up to the host. With most WWOOF hosts you are welcome to stay 1 week or longer. Some hosts request a minimum of 2 weeks so that you can orientate yourself to the farm scene; many volunteers stay 1-3 weeks then move on to another farm - thus gaining a variety of experiences.


What experience do I need?

You don't need any farm experience at all. What you do need is a willingness to learn, laugh and try your best. The hosts will guide and teach you.


Do I need a visa to be a WWOOFER?

If you are a not Bulgarian and planning to travel to Bulgaria from another country you may need to apply for a visa, do this well in advance. Internationally "WWOOFing" is recognized as World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms. The word work is best not metioned when you apply for your visa. We are not responsible for any aspect of securing a visa.


WWOOF Aims


To get firsthand experience of organic farming & gardening and to lend a helping hand wherever needed.
To get into the countryside and experience Bulgaria and its people.
To help the organic movement, which is often labour intensive and does not rely on artificial fertilizers & pesticides.
To make contact with other people in the organic movement.
To have a wonderful enriching experience in rural living.
To enable people from all over the world to have a cultural exchange with Bulgarian people.

History of WWOOF

WWOOF is a coordinating service, bringing together travellers who are seeking to explore new cultures and gain experience in organic growing and other rural activities, with host farms/families. WWOOF organisations exist around the world, beginning in Britain almost 30 years ago and now in Australia, Bulgaria, Canada, New Zealand, Italy, Germany, Austria and many other countries. This is the first year we have provided this service in Bulgaria and we hope to give this service for many years to come.

WWOOFing is a unique cultural exchange in that travellers of all ages can visit communities throughout Bulgaria and experience, for a short while, real life on a farm or a rural village. WWOOFers gain from the opportunities to learn about rural life, organic and other sustainable growing techniques as well as being in a family situation. Our hosts express delight and appreciation for the help they receive and the pleasure of sharing their passion for organic growing with enthusiastic visitors.

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