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Heritage Agrarian Campus Residency: Foundations (L1)
Description (≤1200 characters) Based in Sint Maarten, Vicky’s Keys (VK) is the island’s first Heritage Agrarian Campus—a structured residency and learning hub focused on regenerative agriculture, biodiversity, climate resilience, and heritage restoration. The Heritage Agrarian Foundations Residency (L1) is our signature entry program. Residents join a weekly rhythm that blends guided agrarian learning sessions, field participation, community contribution, and an applied mini-project aligned with campus priorities (e.g., soil health, biodiversity monitoring, water stewardship, food farm systems, and documentation). This is not a volunteer exchange placement. Participation is through a structured residency model with clear expectations, supervision, and on-campus accommodation (subject to availability). The residency is designed for motivated learners, emerging practitioners, and impact-oriented participants who want a grounded, hands-on experience in a small-campus environment. Minimum stay: 4 weeks (campus season runs Nov–Jun). Strong candidates may be invited to extend into advanced pathways (L2–L4) depending on goals, experience, and campus needs.
Description (≤1200 characters) Based in Sint Maarten, Vicky’s Keys (VK) is the island’s first Heritage Agrarian Campus—a structured residency and learning hub focused on regenerative agriculture, biodiversity, climate resilience, and heritage restoration. The Heritage Agrarian Foundations Residency (L1) is our signature entry program. Residents join a weekly rhythm that blends guided agrarian learning sessions, field participation, community contribution, and an applied mini-project aligned with campus priorities (e.g., soil health, biodiversity monitoring, water stewardship, food farm systems, and documentation). This is not a volunteer exchange placement. Participation is through a structured residency model with clear expectations, supervision, and on-campus accommodation (subject to availability). The residency is designed for motivated learners, emerging practitioners, and impact-oriented participants who want a grounded, hands-on experience in a small-campus environment. Minimum stay: 4 weeks (campus season runs Nov–Jun). Strong candidates may be invited to extend into advanced pathways (L2–L4) depending on goals, experience, and campus needs.
Program Highlights
Heritage Agrarian Campus in Sint Maarten Live and learn on historic lands with a program rooted in Caribbean heritage restoration and food sovereignty.
Structured weekly learning rhythm (not ad-hoc volunteering), guided agrarian sessions, field participation, community contribution, and an applied mini-project.
Regenerative agriculture and biodiversity focus. Hands-on exposure to soil health, ecosystem stewardship, water awareness, and resilient food systems.
Applied project with real outcomes Leave with documented work (templates, field notes, reports, or a mini-project output) aligned with campus priorities.
Pathway to advanced tracks (L2–L4) Strong participants can be invited to extend into deeper innovation, professional, or fellowship-level residencies.
Quick Details
- Online
- Sint Maarten
- Throughout the Year
- Winter
- Spring
- Agriculture
- Conservation & Preservation
- Culinary Arts
- Culture
- Ecology
- Environmental Studies
- Food Science
- History
- Service Learning
- Sustainable Development
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Online
- Sint Maarten
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Agriculture
- Conservation & Preservation
- Culinary Arts
- Culture
- Ecology
- Environmental Studies
- Food Science
- History
- Service Learning
- Sustainable Development
Availability
Years Offered: 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029
- Throughout the Year
- Winter
- Spring
Age Requirement
18+
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Starts At
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- Training
- Emergency Support
- Wifi Costs
- Pre-Departure Orientation
- Course Materials
- Certificate of Completion
- Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- English
- Dutch
Language Skills Required
- Some college credit, no degree
- Associate degree
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s degree
- Professional degree
- Doctorate degree
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Written Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Resume
- Travel Insurance
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a volunteer exchange program?
No. Vicky’s Keys runs structured, paid campus residencies (not work-for-stay).
What is the minimum stay?
Minimum 4 weeks (longer stays possible depending on pathway).
What accommodation is provided?
On-campus dorm/group living for accepted residents (capacity ~12).
What will I do during the residency?
Guided learning sessions, field participation, service-learning, and an applied mini-project.
How do I apply and what’s the selection process?
Online application and screening call/video interview to confirm fit and timing.
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