Project: During the 19th century, the town of La Ferté-sous-Jouarre was renowned the world over for the quality of the millstones it produced. The sale of these millstones brought the town great wealth, evidence of which can still be seen today in a number of fine buildings situated throughout the community. For 7 years the artistic festival Blue Hands has been organised by different local associations in order to promote the heritage and the history of the town related to the millstones industry.
Work: Since the creation of the festival, the association Vir'Volt has been engaged in the organisation and the animation of the festival which happens during one day. Volunteers will help making decorations for some parts of the towns where the festival will take place. The volunteers will also create a performance which will be played during the festival. This performance will be prepared through theatre and expression workshops.
Leisure activities: Volunteers will have the chance to enjoy the association's campsite and to discover the cultural and natural heritage of a region which is home to such famous products as Champagne and Brie. They will also have the opportunity to meet and socialise with local young people. Other leisure activities will be organised collectively depending on the wishes of the group and the available budget.
Accommodation: In communal tents (yurts, tipis) on the campsite of the association. Participants need to bring along a sleeping bag.
Location: The town of La Ferté-sous-Jouarre, 60 km East of Paris, in the region of Seine-et-Marne.
Closest train station: La Ferté-sous-Jouarre
Note: This project should not be seen as a sightseeing trip to Paris. If participants wish to visit Paris, they should arrive some days before or leave some days after the dates of the summer camp.