Project: The association of le Crneau is based out of a small castle in the heart of a large property in Auvergne. Throughout the year it hosts volunteers from varying cultural and social backgrounds. The aim of the association is for volunteers to experience a different way of life. Work: This year the association wants to focus on several water-related facilities. You will use vegetable materials to protect a nearby pond and reservoir. You will participate in the construction of water-collecting and water-transportation facilities. You will also have the opportunity to participate in the gardening and renovation of the castle. Leisure activities: This project will allow you to meet people from all over the world and from various regions of France, to become familiar with ways of French rural living, to visit nearby cities (e.g. Moulins, Vichy) and touristic attractions of this area. A van will be available to you as a means of transportation between these locations. Accommodation: in tents. Location: Montcombroux-les-Mines (Allier), 45 km from Vichy. Nearest train station: St Germain-des-Fosss. Participation fees: 150 for international volunteers and 300 for French volunteers.