Pfadfindergruppe Graz 2 builds new home with volunteer labor
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The Pfadfindergruppe Graz 2 in Austria renovated a derelict house in the Leechwald forest into a new headquarters using 4500 hours of volunteer work.
The Pfadfindergruppe Graz 2, one of six scouting groups in Graz, needed a new base after the city planned to demolish their previous meeting place on Hilmteichstraße.
From the beginning of the year, children, seniors, and former members all contributed to the renovation, clearing 150 tons of debris and bringing in 200 tons of material to make the building accessible. The group transformed the overgrown property into a large garden with a lawn, finishing the building with fresh plaster and red paint. The completed headquarters includes 125 square meters of heated space, a 40 square meter covered outdoor area, and a 2000 square meter yard.
The city of Graz will waive rent for the next 15 years because the Pfadfindergruppe Graz 2 completed most of the work themselves, though the group still needs to cover operating costs. They have already raised 145,000 Euros through donations toward the total 190,000 Euro cost, and are welcoming new members to join their current group of 60 children and 18 leaders.
