When?
From 14th untill 27th of September.
Group size
10-12 volunteers incl. 1-2 camp leaders
Together with schools, kindergartens, social organisations and families in the area, we are creating a place where educational nature activities for children, families and garden lovers can be developed.
As part of the “NichtGarten” project, we are transforming an overgrown piece of land and carefully creating a natural garden for the local community called “KeinGarten”. We will transform this garden without disturbing the amazing flora and fauna that has established itself here over decades. With an area of 5,500 square metres, located between the Stuttgart districts of Feuerbach and Botnang, it will offer different people in the region a place of peace, connection and growth where they can learn about nature.
The area in which we will be working must be prepared and designed for this goal.
The tasks will include:
- Building an enclosure with a picket fence to secure a steep slope
- Preparing the site for a herb garden
- Creating terraces in the terrain
- Constructing pathways and steps
- Maintain the surrounding forest area
- Preparing the land along a path or route called “Brunnenweg”
The project site is situated within a vibrant mosaic of vineyards, fruit gardens, community gardens and hives where there is a very rich diversity of flora and fauna that deserve care and protection.
The surrounding nature is amazing and super diverse which makes it a very good location for recreational activities like hiking, cycling, tracking and other types of outdoor activities.
Sheltered from the wind by forests to the north and southwest, the site enjoys a favorable south-southeast orientation. The breathtaking views stretch as far as the Swabian Forest and the Swabian Alb. The name Hohe Wart originates from this scenic location.
Although this location makes you feel completely immersed in nature it is well connected to Stuttgart, making it easy to explore and discover the city on the weekends.
PS: you can't miss the iconic Stuttgart television tower that has an amazing view from above!
The accommodation will be simple, sustainable, and close to nature.
You’ll be staying just 1.5 km from the town of Feuerbach, right next to the work site. The accommodation will consist of several big sleeping tents—one for men and one for women.
Meals will be prepared in an outdoor kitchen, where you’ll cook over an open fire, embracing the simplicity of camp life. Twill be a compost toilet and a private outdoor shower. Please note that there will be no Wi-Fi, so be sure to bring enough mobile data for your needs. Don’t forget to pack a sleeping bag and a pillow if desired.
As a group, you will share responsibilities such as grocery shopping and meal preparation, with the camp budget covering the food. Everyone will take turns cooking and maintaining the communal space.
Register now as a camp leader!
Register here if you would like to lead this camp.
If you have any questions about the project or your tasks as a camp leader, please send us an email or call us:
Email: projekte@ibg-workcamps.org
Phone: +49 711 649 02 63