WT France 2025 Jun 30-Jul 10
Dinan, France
Location: Dinan, France
Opportunity Type: Work Trip Adventures
Dates: June 30 - July 10, 2025
WOL France ministry is reaching the French young people in a manner that is new, different and exciting and has become the most prestigious evangelistic Christian youth camp in the area. This property also serves as our base of operation in the Brittany area. Jean and Ayelen Lovat are the directors and Jean also is Pastoring the local church that is on the property. 1. Grounds crew to help in grass/weeds removal/yard cleanup 2. Food prep crew to help out for camp meals and prep. 3. House keeping crew to help with room turnovers related to camp 4. Maintenance team to fix many property issues 5. Painting/ interior and exterior 6. Fix the greenhouse dormitory/renovation[not a greenhouse] 7. Build more tent platforms and erect tents 8. Roofing /siding /drywall /exterior improvements 9. Renovate the missionary home on property Major roof challenges. 10. Set up camp games and camp meeting materials etc. 11. Bring encouragement and a heart to help serve the people we come in contact with in our sphere
Property care and facility improvements are the key points. You could be helping with lawn care, flower beds to tree removal and debris. Certain buildings need simple to more intensive renovations from drywall repairs, painting ,plumbing and electrical /lighting improvements. This could include exterior and interior projects as funding is provided. The other component to organizing camp is the preparations of camp games and activities along with having the kitchen and dining facilities ready to serve delicious meals . The scope of help needed has a job for everyone.
Details
Travel
Flying to Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris. You will be arriving in the morning, and leaving in the afternoon after an amazing adventure in France. Airline price examples change but run around JFK to CDG = $800, Montreal YUL - CDG = $600, Tampa - CDG = $1200. As the group forms Terry will help you arrange flights so the group arrives around the same time.
Visa
You can come to France for up to 90 days as a tourist without a visa so no previous paper work is needed for this trip.
Food
Awesome meals for the team are provided every day by the Staff Ladies who are all excellent cooks. You'll love the REAL French bread and desserts! We will use our camp dining facilities and can adjust meal times around the work schedule. Normally breakfast at 8 am, lunch around noon and Dinner around 7 pm. We also usually have a coffee break around 4 pm. Weather permitting, we may have a cookout. Expect French bread, pastries, and other "French cuisine.”
Housing
You will be housed at the WOL Camp in nice dorms where there are single beds (bunk beds) and bathrooms. We can house married couples as well, although on a more limited basis.
Transportation
We will take you into Paris by car (or train depending on group size) and use the Metro. We will drive you, or transport you by train, to our camp property in Dinan.
What To Bring
There are a number of tools at the camp but there is always a need for more when working with a group. A list will be provided when you sign up. You will need single bed sheets, towels, personal supplies and your Bible.
What To Wear
Work clothes that can get dirty while working. June/July temps are very nice but still can have cool nights. It doesn't get dark until around 10:00. You'll be working inside and outdoors. Church is fairly informal (some people wear jeans).
Other
The electricity is 240 volts so make sure you don't plug your 120 volt tools into the outlets. They won't work long. We intend to take you sightseeing in Paris for a day and potentially stop by the Omaha beach where D-day occurred. You'll need warm clothing to walk outdoors during these days. Disclaimer for Word of Life Overseas Work Trips Our scheduled work trips are contingent on a few things: • having the number of team members necessary to fulfill the mission of the trip • safety in the country for our group • Word of Life successfully raising the necessary funds for projects and materials required during this trip. In the event that sufficient funds are not raised, the trip may be postponed until adequate funding becomes available. We strongly recommend not purchasing your airline tickets too early or until the trip host gives the OK. It is recommended you purchase travel insurance when booking your airline ticket to protect against unforeseen changes or cancellations. Most airline tickets are non-refundable. For the "In Country" costs you have paid, those funds will remain in your individual account and can be applied to future trips. These funds do not expire and will be available for your future ministry involvement with Word of Life. Thank you for your understanding and partnership as we work together to make an eternal impact.
Finances
Cost
$894.21
About the Finances
Transportation: $120/person Host cost: $120 Sightseeing opportunities. Costs not included Work funds $125