I am Dylan Araps, a 28-year-old former software engineer known for my open source work and emphasis on simple, maintainable software.
Several years ago, my family and I left Australia to resettle in our ancestral homeland of Greece. We later acquired a long-neglected agricultural estate in the sleepy village of Amphithea on the island of Euboea.
This estate became the foundation of WILD, Project, a family farm in Euboea where natural farming, plant-based cooking, hands-on workshops, and minimalist living all come together as the goal to cultivate better people.
Volunteers have the opportunity to learn about natural farming practices, natural winemaking, olive oil production, traditional Greek plant-based cooking, and whatever seasonal projects are underway at the time.
You will be involved directly in our multi-generational family life and as such, respect and decency are assumed.
Each day, we will come together to enjoy a shared plant-based breakfast and main meal. Additional meals can be prepared by volunteers in our fully equipped kitchen. For those who prefer other options, a tavern within walking distance offers non-plant-based meals.
Sleeping arrangements vary by season and currently include tent camping, either in your own tent or in our yurts. A small house is planned for the future, but until then, all accommodation is tent-based.
Our interests include simple living, minimalism, cooking, gardening, movies, music, philosophy, hiking, mountain climbing, cycling, running, swimming, foraging, and more...
As with everything , your embrace of our life and level of commitment to our philosophy will determine how much you learn and benefit during your stay with us. You can leave as strangers who merely passed some time with us or as members of our extended family.
We respond within 24 hours and would appreciate the same courtesy. :)
Follow us on Instagram: @wild_project_gr
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Learning opportunities
Vegetable farming
Fruit or nut farming
Viticulture
Wild foraging
Aromatic or medicinal plants, teas
Beer, cider, wine, or juice making
Bakery
Natural cosmetics fabrication
Green Building
Mechanics / tools / technology
Methods or systems
Fukuoka farming
Holistic management
No-till farming
Permaculture
Regenerative agriculture
Host type
Production farm