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29 Dec 2021
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We're a big family with a large garden needing a big update here on Vancouver Island.
Both adults are working professionals (timber construction and school teacher) and our 4 children (ages 12-19) are active in music and sports. We are quiet, easy-going, respectful people who appreciate the same. We work hard on our weekends and evenings around the property.
We are currently looking for help with big projects to upgrade our/your guest accommodations. Hoping for someone strong and hardworking who also wants some independence in regards to travel days and hours. Digging electric/hydro trenches and heavy landscaping.
Sometimes we have a big project like building outbuildings or stacking wood and sometimes we leisurely weed and water the gardens, cook, run kids here and there or enjoy a BBQ and a swim in our lovely pool. Our property is less than a kilometer from beach and local golf, hiking trails and the island is full of natural wonders.
We have been fortunate for the past 2 summers to find workaways who have stayed and gotten to know our family for the whole of July/August. This was amazing and we are very hopeful to find someone similarly well suited and independent.
Please read all details and tell us about yourself and your hopes for your travels in your message.
If you're musical, crafty, enjoy sports and outdoors then please share those interests.
We want you to enjoy your stay and we want to enjoy having you.
Because we are inviting you to share space with our family, we will require at least a zoom call before accepting you to come and stay long term.
We highly encourage day adventures and over-night travel during your stay.
HAPPY TRAVELING!
Currently looking to fill short-term experiences with experienced work away traveler.
Must’ve comfortable around dogs/cats.
Must be comfortable around youth and willing to engage in games, baking, art making and creative expression.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Gardening, small acre farming, building, Canadian culture. Excellent Accommodation for Hardworking and Independent Traveler. Family loves board games if you want to join the fun!
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We are currently looking for help with big projects to upgrade our/your guest accommodations. Hoping for someone strong and hardworking who also wants some independence in regards to travel days and hours. Digging electric/hydro trenches and heavy landscaping.
Sometimes we have a big project like building outbuildings or stacking wood and sometimes we leisurely weed and water the gardens, cook, run kids here and there or enjoy a BBQ and a swim in our lovely pool.
We are getting ready to do some small builds including a timber loft, mill cut re-siding, timber-frame shop. Digging of electric/plumbing trenches and heavy landscaping currently on the agenda.
Quiet, respectful, tidy person a must. NO SMOKING OF ANY KIND - NO DRAMA
Independence on days off and ability/desire to travel and explore alone preferred.
We eat dinner together 4 nights a week and invite you to eat with us. Breakfast and Lunch foods for self preparation made available on work days.
Private Space with bed, fridge, mini-oven, wi-fi (short 30 foot walk to full washroom in main house)
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Come stay in the pool house.
Single 10x16 studio room - short walk to shared bathroom.
What else ...
Local bus takes you into Duncan and day trips into Victoria. Many beaches, trails, local artisan venues, and more. Not a big city, so expect to relax and take your time enjoying life.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
5 hours/day, 4 days/week
Feedback (4)
They give us a lot of information about their surrounding.
The family often take us with them, for example on a… read more
If you get the chance, go and stay with them as they will ensure you have an incredible time on the island! They told us loads loads of exciting things to do, we're extremely… read more
Feedback
They give us a lot of information about their surrounding.
The family often take us with them, for example on a… read more
If you get the chance, go and stay with them as they will ensure you have an incredible time on the island! They told us loads loads of exciting things to do, we're extremely… read more
I did some digging but mostly I did carpentry work, cladding the pool house where I stayed. It was more like my own suite with a very… read more
