Casa Caponetti is located in one of Italy’s most historically rich areas, nestled in the heart of the ancient Etruscan region. Originally the place was a cozy family retreat and inn created by Giorgio and Laura Caponetti. Today, with their son Lorenzo and his team at the helm, it has grown into a fully organic farm and historical reserve. Volunteers are welcome to stay on the farm, where they can learn about sustainable agriculture and tourism practices. Guests are invited to explore the past, engage with the present, and contribute to preserving the future.

About the volunteer & work exchange program

Casa Caponetti has around 500 olive trees on the farm, which are hand-harvested and processed at a communal mill nearby, using methods that date back to the Roman era. Your help would be invaluable in both the harvesting and oil processing, and you could also get involved in the farm’s vegetable production. Additionally, the farm has livestock that require daily care.

Farming can be demanding and sometimes exhausting work. Casa Caponetti operates 5 ½ days per week, typically Monday through Friday, with a half-day on Saturday and Sundays off. During the summer, work hours are from 7:30 am to 12:00 pm, followed by lunch and a break until 4:00 pm due to the heat. Work resumes from 4:00 pm until nearly 8:00 pm. In the spring and fall, work generally runs from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm, with a return from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Depending on the task, the work can be physically demanding, so it’s important to ensure beforehand that one is capable of performing such tasks. Outside of these hours, there is free time to explore the surrounding areas.

What to bring?

• Make sure you’ve got some clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty.
• Have a sturdy pair of workboots, rainboots if you come in the winter or fall, and sneakers to wear while walking around.
• At night, you’ll need a flashlight if you’re walking through the farm.
• If you’re coming from overseas, please keep in mind that you’ll need plug adapters or converters to run or charge your devices.

What’s in it for You?

• Volunteers are housed in cabins on the property, and each cabin has a full bathroom and bed with sheets and towels provided.
• There is a communal kitchen that is kept stocked with basic staples and supplies. You’ll eat lunch together with family members and co-workers, but breakfast and dinner will be up to you to cook for yourself. You are encouraged to pick your dinner from the garden every night.
• Laundry facilitites

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