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In an older post, I mentioned, that we are using chestnuts for washing. The good part is that we do not have to pay for it, because we can collect…Continue readingCollecting Chestnuts

As part of my ESC project, I have the opportunity to experience nature up close through intensive contact. On our grounds and in the surrounding area, I have made remarkable…Continue readingFascinating Discoveries in Nature: Encounters in the ESC Project

Finding Beauty In Connecting Distance Time and experiences are filled with energy in Vegetarium, which is how my decision to take a day off was rather made with guidance than…Continue readingOn Creations of a Panopticum of (In)voluntary Actions

Permaculture is a concept aimed at creating sustainable and self-regulating agricultural systems that mimic natural ecosystems. It not only focuses on food production but also promotes biodiversity and fosters a…Continue readingThe Benefits of Permaculture and the Resulting Biodiversity

At Vegetarium, one of our daily responsibilities is taking care of three chickens. This includes providing food, changing their water, cleaning the cage, and giving them around 30 minutes of…Continue readingThe Effect of Classical Music on Egg Production: A Personal Experiment with Chickens

During my second week of volunteering at Vegetarium, I became more involved in the ongoing construction projects. We have two major builds happening simultaneously: the “upper construction,” a large wooden…Continue readingImproving Construction Skills

One group of woods we are using for building is collected from the forest. Every wood that is collected is already felt down. We are not cutting wood which is…Continue readingWood peeling

Washing with chestnuts, also known as washing nuts, is becoming increasingly popular. During our trips to places like Sofia or Tserovo, we collect chestnuts, which we dry and use the…Continue readingWashing Done Different: Eco-Friendly Laundry with Chestnuts

For a small house, we use clay outside. There are some methods we should follow: Need to water the material where we want to use the clay The dry clay…Continue readingClay

Volunteering at Vegetarium has given me a fantastic opportunity to explore Bulgaria during my days off. Recently, I spent five days traveling around the historic city of Veliko Tarnovo, discovering…Continue readingExploring Veliko Tarnovo and beyond