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What is a Work Party?Work Parties are residential working holidays organised by the National Trust for Scotland to help in the conservation and management of St Kilda. What sort of skills do I need?Building, carpentry, plumbing and roofing skills are all very useful skills to have. But don't worry if you don't possess any of these, an ability to try and enthusiasm to learn are important too. A relaxed and easy-going manner is valued too! A good level of fitness is also needed. Dč bhios buidhnean obrach a’ dčanamh?Thathar cuideachd a’ sùileachadh gun cuidich buidhnean obrach le riaghladh an eilein bho latha gu latha. Gabhaidh seo a-steach glanadh nan àitichean poblach, a’ cuideachadh sa bhùth agus a’ cur fàilte air luchd-tadhail. 'I enjoyed working with professionals and learning new skills' (Buidheann Obrach 2002) 'Cothromachadh math eadar obair / ùine shaor. Bha obair nam ballachan cloiche na bu dorra na bha dùil agam! Deagh thrèanadh / deagh riaghladh.' (Buidheann Obrach 2009) Am I fit enough?St Kilda is a challenging place. The long boat journey can be exhausting and once you arrive everywhere seems to be uphill. You will be asked to do outdoor work including drystane dyking, wheel-barrowing and digging. Spare time is usually spent exploring the island - you don't have to go on the walks but it would be a pity to miss them.
A’ siubhal a HiortFaodaidh an turas-cuain a bhith doirbh agus faodaidh gum fuiling daoine le cur-na-mara. It is recommended that diabetics and others who may suffer from lack of fluids / solids consult their doctor prior to departure. 'The boat's ok - can you do something with the sea?' (Buidheann Obrach 2003) Càit an caidil mi?Two of the re-roofed 1860s houses serve as accommodation for the work parties. The single sex rooms have space for up to 7 people (at a squeeze!) in single beds. Tha solas agus teas dealain anns gach taigh. Cuimhnich gu bheil an t-àite-fuirich gu math sěmplidh. Feumaidh buill nam Buidhnean Obrach poca-cadail agus siotaichean a thoirt leotha. The work party leader and cook each have a single room of the same standard.
Ciamar a tha goireasan nan taighean-beaga is nigheadaireachd?The ‘ablutions block’ was built opposite the Factor’s House in 1957 and today is used by the work parties and any campers. On a bright sunny morning it’s a pleasant walk, in the rain at night it can seem a long way! A torch is recommended to stop you falling in the burn. Anns na goireasan tha
Cuimhnich nach eil goireasan air leth ann do dh’fhir is do mhnathan The ablutions block is kept clean and tidy and is repainted every year by work party members.
What is the food like?Each work party has a designated cook who orders all the food beforehand and arranges for it to be delivered to the boat. If you have any special dietary needs these should be included in the application form. There are no shops on St Kilda and food cannot be delivered during your stay. All food is included: breakfast (cooked), lunch, dinner and snacks. The meals are wholesome and filling and of a very high standard. Each day two work party members will help the cook prepare the food –don’t worry if you can’t cook – you’ll learn.
What if I fall ill?There is no doctor on St Kilda but there is a nurse and you are required to fill in a medical form. If you have a pre-existing medical condition that requires medication you must ensure you have an adequate supply with you. In an emergency appropriate arrangements will be made. Ach gu h-àraidhSt Kilda work parties offer a unique opportunity for people to stay on the island for 2 weeks. All other visitors to St Kilda stay on their vessels in the bay and usually only have one or two days ashore. If you are successful in your application to be part of a work party you will have an unforgettable experience.
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