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We live on a cherry/apple orchard in beautiful Summerland, British Columbia located in the Okanagan Valley. We have very hot summers and are surrounded by mountain ranges, lakes, rivers. However we also live near several cities. The Okanagan Valley is known for its fantastic fruits and grape growing areas producing some of the world's finest wines. We grow organic fruits/vegetables and have a small herd of tropical hair sheep.
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Jardinage
Bricolage et construction
Cuisine/repas pour la famille
Entretien général
Aide dans une ferme
Aide avec des éco-projets
Aide à la maison
S’occuper des animaux
Accueil / tourisme
Pratique d’une langue
Projets artistiques
Aide informatique/internet
Aide
In the early spring we prepare organic garden, ferilize cherry trees, apple trees, sheep are lambing and we prepare for the summer market ahead. Cherry picking happens in early July. We sell our farm produce locally. We produce fruit juice in September. We have fencing projects, removing trees, etc.
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Français: Intermédiaire
Hébergement
We have a guest suite and a 32' motorhome we use as guest accommodation. We are walking distance to downtown Summerland and Lake Okanagan beach. We provide meals and like to exchange cooking meals to experience meals from other cultures. Most of the food we eat is food we grow ourselves, very delicious!
Autres infos...
We are looking for clean living, enthusiastic volunteers looking to experience life on a mixed orchard. It is possible to travel to nearby towns and cities on days off. The beach is 20 minutes walking and we live beside a provincial park mountain. Lots to see and do in Canada! We may even take you to a hockey game!
Informations complémentaires
Accès Internet
Accès Internet limité
Nous avons des animaux
Nous sommes fumeurs
Familles bienvenues
Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads
Cet hôte a indiqué qu’il aimait accueillir les digital nomads.
Espace pour garer des vans
Cet hôte a de la place pour les vans.
Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux
Cet hôte a dit qu’il acceptait les personnes voyageant avec un animal.
Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
Plus de 2
Nombre d'heures attendues
Traditionally we have a 4- 5 hour day 5 days per week, 2 days off
N° de référence hôte : 196423793444
Feedback (8)
28 juil. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Elena & Ujjawal)
Elena is the person who first made contact with our farm. However her workaway team includes her father Alexander and her mother Anna as well. THis was the first family we had invited to our farm and we were very happy we made that decision. Each project we assigned was done so quickly they were ahead of us all the time :) We enjoyed beautiful… read more
(Excellent
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24 juil. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Elena & Ujjawal) pour l'hôte
We had a blast helping out in Heather's farm! This was our best experience as workaways so far. The work was not hard for us and we felt very comfortable and welcomed there. It was a pleasure spending time with Heather's family, they are all very friendly and lively. Seeing Heather's dedication to growing organic products, I also got inspired to… read more
19 juin 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Pauline & Junior)
Pauline and Junior left our farm today to continue their journey. They stayed with us for 3 weeks and accomplished SO MUCH here on the orchard. Their english is very good and they work together very well and they work hard in the summer heat and the drizzly rain. They gave us 100% whatever the job was...their enthusiasm and maturity for such young… read more
(Excellent
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18 juil. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Lieneke) pour l'hôte
Thank you for the sweet review and the cherries that where waiting for me when i left. My time at the orchard was truly amazing. I felt at home almost right away and Heather and Roy are just two big sweethearts. I mostly helped with weeding around the house. Next to this I got lots of free time to explore the area and explore. I hope I will be… read more
13 juil. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Lieneke)
Lieneke Paulusma worked here on the orchard for only 10 days but she fit right in immediately. She is intelligent, hard working and has a great attitude. We would be happy to host her again in the future and highly recommend her abilities! Best of luck always Lieneke. Thank you for all your contributions during your stay with us!
(Excellent
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28 juil. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Elena & Ujjawal)
Elena is the person who first made contact with our farm. However her workaway team includes her father Alexander and her mother Anna as well. THis was the first family we had invited to our farm and we were very happy we made that decision. Each project we assigned was done so quickly they were ahead of us all the time :) We enjoyed beautiful… read more
(Excellent
)
24 juil. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Elena & Ujjawal) pour l'hôte
We had a blast helping out in Heather's farm! This was our best experience as workaways so far. The work was not hard for us and we felt very comfortable and welcomed there. It was a pleasure spending time with Heather's family, they are all very friendly and lively. Seeing Heather's dedication to growing organic products, I also got inspired to… read more
19 juin 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Pauline & Junior)
Pauline and Junior left our farm today to continue their journey. They stayed with us for 3 weeks and accomplished SO MUCH here on the orchard. Their english is very good and they work together very well and they work hard in the summer heat and the drizzly rain. They gave us 100% whatever the job was...their enthusiasm and maturity for such young… read more
(Excellent
)
18 juil. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Lieneke) pour l'hôte
Thank you for the sweet review and the cherries that where waiting for me when i left. My time at the orchard was truly amazing. I felt at home almost right away and Heather and Roy are just two big sweethearts. I mostly helped with weeding around the house. Next to this I got lots of free time to explore the area and explore. I hope I will be… read more
13 juil. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Lieneke)
Lieneke Paulusma worked here on the orchard for only 10 days but she fit right in immediately. She is intelligent, hard working and has a great attitude. We would be happy to host her again in the future and highly recommend her abilities! Best of luck always Lieneke. Thank you for all your contributions during your stay with us!
(Excellent
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24 avr. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Benjamin)
Ben worked on the orchard for 2 weeks. He is new to Workaway and we sorted through a routine. Ben worked in the garden and had various projects to complete. We appreciate his hard work and he saw his projects through to the end.
(Excellent
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3 août 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (PhilippaKnecht) pour l'hôte
The stay at Heather's was soooooo fun :) She has 2 lovely dogs and a lot of cute sheep. It was a new experience to start work at 5am, but it was worth it to escape the heat of the noon and afternoon. I did weeding the garden, feeding the sheep, planting seeds, cleaning the house inside and outside, building a water system that waters the plants… read more
26 juil. 2015
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (PhilippaKnecht)
Thank you Philippa. Your stay with us on the orchard was FUN! Your enthusiasm and passion for life made us smile all the time! Thank you for your early morning chores in the heat of the summer. You accomplished alot during your stay with us and we learned alot about Switzerland. There is more to Switzerland than yodelling :) Your potato dish is so… read more
(Excellent
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26 juil. 2015
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Johanna)
Thank you Jojo for all your hard work and great attitude. Such a wonderful work ethic. Your ability to see what needs to be done is so appreciated and your baking/cooking was definitely one of the highlights of your time here with us in the Okanagan Valley. Best of luck in your future adventures!
(Excellent
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24 juil. 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (Johanna) pour l'hôte
Dear Heather☺️
Thank you for the wonderful time that I got to spend with you and your family on the orchard
Thank you for the wonderful time that I got to spend with you and your family on the orchard
11 juil. 2014
Laissé par le workawayer (Breege) pour l'hôte
I spent a lovely week in July here in the Okanagan with Roy and Heather. They are the perfect hosts and made me feel so at home, there was plenty to eat and lots of good company. I'd really recommend a visit here. The work isn't too taxing but watch out for the Summer heat!! Thanks so much Roy and Heather and I hope to come back to visit in the… read more
14 mai 2014
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ann-Kathrin)
Thank you Ann for your hard work. Your dark german rye bread is so delicious we are enjoying it each morning. THank you for sharing your time with us and working so hard each day. Enjoy the Calgary Stampede and take care as you travel around Canada.
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11 mai 2014
Laissé par le workawayer (Ann-Kathrin) pour l'hôte
Dear Heather,
thanks for the wonderful 2 and 1/2 week in Summerland. I loved to work with you in the yard, to built the fence, baking bread and all the things around your orchard. It was awesome to meet your family and your gardening partner Emmanulle. You made me to I feel a part of the family - so your family and you were a home from far home.… read more
thanks for the wonderful 2 and 1/2 week in Summerland. I loved to work with you in the yard, to built the fence, baking bread and all the things around your orchard. It was awesome to meet your family and your gardening partner Emmanulle. You made me to I feel a part of the family - so your family and you were a home from far home.… read more
21 avr. 2014
Laissé par le workawayer (Thea) pour l'hôte
First of all thank you for the wonderful time, I enjoyed the time with you and your family so much.
I loved to work on your farm and be your guest.
I learned a lot about Canadian culture and trained my english.
I think everyone, who would like to work and be with a lovely, helpful and welcoming family should take a step to Summerland to… read more
I loved to work on your farm and be your guest.
I learned a lot about Canadian culture and trained my english.
I think everyone, who would like to work and be with a lovely, helpful and welcoming family should take a step to Summerland to… read more
3 avr. 2014
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Thea)
Wow! Thea your hard work and GREAT attitude each day made your time here with us pass too quickly! Your english is very good and we enjoyed learning so much about Germany. We were able to finish several projects with your help just in time for the arrival of spring and warmer weather. If you decide to return to Canada we would be happy to host… read more
(Excellent
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31 août 2013
Laissé par le workawayer (Katja) pour l'hôte
Dear Heather...it was so much fun to stay at your place and be a part of your lovely family. I really enjoyed my time in Summerland. I loved to work there and two weeks were over way to fast. Thanks for the awesome opportunity :) I highly recommend this place to everyone.
Hope that we stay in touch and who knows maybe see again.
P.S. If you… read more
Hope that we stay in touch and who knows maybe see again.
P.S. If you… read more
30 août 2013
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Katja)
Katja is awesome! Very friendly, hard working and quickly became part of the farm team. Althought the weather was rainy for the first part of her stay with us she was enthusiastic and hard working. We were able to finish the fencing around our organic garden. She was able to experience some Canadian family culture on our orchard and hopefully… read more
(Excellent
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