The latest regenerative weekend at Boodaville was not exactly what we had imagined. The original plan sounded simple: spring weather, sunshine, vineyard work, and shared learning outdoors. Nature had other plans, and perhaps that is exactly what made the experience feel so real.
After Friday’s welcome gathering and a warm dinner in Caseres, Saturday morning arrived with cold temperatures and strong winds. Still, the group — made up of people from Barcelona, Valencia, and nearby towns such as Batea — kept their spirits high and adapted to the weather without losing the essence of the gathering.
Shared work and learning in the vineyard
The morning began with a sharing circle where we spoke about expectations, motivations, and the different personal projects everyone brought with them. Between the wind and all the extra layers of clothing, something important slowly emerged: connection.
Then it was time to work on the land. The group split into two main activities. Those who wanted to warm up quickly focused on spreading biochar and manure throughout the vineyard using a cart. It was physical, demanding work, but also an essential part of regenerating the soil.
Meanwhile, a smaller team focused on pruning. We were lucky to have the guidance and experience of Xavi from Arnes, who shared knowledge gathered over many years of practice and training. Beyond the technical aspects, what stood out most was how the group collectively developed a way of working adapted to the needs of our vineyard — a vineyard still very much in a process of regeneration and in need of care, patience, and attention.
After lunch, we continued pruning together throughout the afternoon at a slower, more relaxed pace. The cold remained with us, and by evening we found ourselves back in Caseres, sharing dinner and quieter conversations.
Regenerating the land — and our connections
Sunday brought slightly better weather. There was more sunshine, although the wind stayed with us. We returned to the vineyard to continue the pruning work and bring the weekend’s tasks to a close.
Between the shared work, meals, and moments of rest, one thing became very clear: these gatherings are about much more than agricultural work.
We ended the weekend with a closing circle where we reflected on the collective learnings and the meaningful human connections created during those days. Because in the end, regeneration does not happen only in the soil. It also happens between people who choose to come together, collaborate, and learn from one another — even when the wind blows hard.