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This is our 11th year to be a Workaway host. Total we have had over 40 plus workaways over the years. This has become one of the things we look forward to each year as we have had a wonderful time. Our farm is a small 20 acre hobby farm in the valley of Helena, Montana. We raise chickens and a large garden, almost a third of an acre and expanding. We hope to store and to can a good bit for the upcoming winter. There is lots to do and we would welcome some great help.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are a working family in Montana, a place different from most other places in the states. It is in a more northern climate, rural, beautiful and full of interesting mountain adventures. If you are looking for a beautiful location to volunteer and learn in, this is the spot. Not only will you be learning from what we already have going on at the farm, but you will be learning alongside us.
We have recently reconnected with a woman here in Helena who teaches English as a second language. The classes are for free, generally three times a week for 2 hours or so. She does take a donation to help with her expensies. She is certified as a "Teacher Of English AS A Second LAnguage." She is a joy to be around and makes learning English a lot of fun.
Help
This year, 2024, we would welcome help with many projects:
• Planting and harvesting garden vegetables
• Weeding
Starting new gardening area
Planting and watering new fields grass
Planting a reclaimed pasture, hopefully bring on a couple of cows if we can get the pasture started.
• Watering
• Maintaining lawn
• Feeding, Care, and watering animals
Landscaping
Interior Painting
Greenhouse tasks
Hope to build a shop
We have a wide variety of tasks to offer. Gardening will be your main task. We are looking for someone who is hard working and enjoys animals. We have accomplished a lot over the last 9 years and hope to continue moving forward.
Languages spoken
English: Beginner
Accommodation
We live in a large 6 Bedroom/4 bath house in which a Workaway will have their own space and privacy. The view from our front window is of the lovely Elkhorn Mountains. You can see for about 30 miles in three directions. You will have your own room and bathroom. We want you to eat with us, be a part of our family, and enjoy good table conversation.
What else ...
We want our workaways to be a part of our family while they are here. We ask that they participate in the things that we do as if they are a part of our family. Smoking is not encouraged. We do love good beer though and you can expect to visit some phenomenal breweries with us, if you like beer. I also enjoy making beer. This is all part of the cultural experience we offer at the Farm.
We are about 15 minutes outside of Helena and public transportation is not available. Between my wife and I we go into Helena daily. Aside from that there are lots of activities in Helena you can enjoy. Hiking, indoor and outdoor soccer league, biking, fishing, floating the Missouri River and much more.
We are about 3 hours from Yellowstone National Park and 4 from Glacier National Park, during the summer we often find a way to get our Workawayers to the parks. Yellowstone is usually open about the end of May and Glacier about the end of June due to snow. Aside from these places, mountains, lakes and rivers, surround us offering endless areas to explore.
We have been doing Workaway since 2013. We have had to date over 40 Workaways come and be with us. We have meet many super wonderful people and hope to meet more in the future. Take a moment and read what some of our Workaway friends have to say about their time with us. Hope to see you soon. Blessings!!
Volunteering hours asked
5 hours a day/5 days a week
A few minutes on Saturday and Sunday to feed the chickens
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This past year, 2023, we got a line into our home. We now have 300 megabites, extremely fast internet and plenty of it.
Space for parking camper vans
We have plenty of room to park, BUT we still only desire one workaway at a time.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
5 hours 5 days a week
Host ref number: 998372747855
Feedback (28)
22 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lennart)
Lennart was a joy. He came to be a part of what we were doing. He was a hard worker and we got a ton done. He speaks excellent English so was very easy to communicate with. We had a blast. He worked hard, we got a lot done, and we were sorry to see him leave as he had become a part of our family. We miss him and hope to see him again in the… read more
(Excellent
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13 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lennart) for host
Back in June I stayed with BG & Lynn and I almost forgot to write a review - which would be a shame since they probably are the nicest people on earth and deserve a great review.
The four weeks I was their workaway had a big impact on my life. I was coming out of a draining e-commerce job and needed to gain new perspectives on life. Contact with… read more
The four weeks I was their workaway had a big impact on my life. I was coming out of a draining e-commerce job and needed to gain new perspectives on life. Contact with… read more
9 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Niklas) for host
I really enjoyed my time with BG and Lynn. They showed me around, took me to Yellowstone and introduced me to their culture. I went to the United states to learn about the country, the people, the lifestyle and to improve my english skills and I feel like I achieved all that. I had interesting conversations about all kinds of topics with them and… read more
8 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Niklas)
Niklas was an outstanding workawayer. We had a great time together. He is a hard worker, teachable and fun. He is a quiet strong type. He lovede peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. :-) We loved haivng him in our home and enjoyed spending time with him and learing about his home area in Northern Germany. I hope that he is a blessing to your home as… read more
(Excellent
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10 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Cindy)
Cindy left a couple of weeks ago and we miss her. She was so much fun to have around and she was a very hard worker. She looked for things to do. She never had to be motivated. We had great conversations. She had lots to share. We had a great time with her and have already made plans for her to be back next summer if possible. See you then Cindy!
(Excellent
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22 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lennart)
Lennart was a joy. He came to be a part of what we were doing. He was a hard worker and we got a ton done. He speaks excellent English so was very easy to communicate with. We had a blast. He worked hard, we got a lot done, and we were sorry to see him leave as he had become a part of our family. We miss him and hope to see him again in the… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lennart) for host
Back in June I stayed with BG & Lynn and I almost forgot to write a review - which would be a shame since they probably are the nicest people on earth and deserve a great review.
The four weeks I was their workaway had a big impact on my life. I was coming out of a draining e-commerce job and needed to gain new perspectives on life. Contact with… read more
The four weeks I was their workaway had a big impact on my life. I was coming out of a draining e-commerce job and needed to gain new perspectives on life. Contact with… read more
9 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Niklas) for host
I really enjoyed my time with BG and Lynn. They showed me around, took me to Yellowstone and introduced me to their culture. I went to the United states to learn about the country, the people, the lifestyle and to improve my english skills and I feel like I achieved all that. I had interesting conversations about all kinds of topics with them and… read more
8 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Niklas)
Niklas was an outstanding workawayer. We had a great time together. He is a hard worker, teachable and fun. He is a quiet strong type. He lovede peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. :-) We loved haivng him in our home and enjoyed spending time with him and learing about his home area in Northern Germany. I hope that he is a blessing to your home as… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Cindy)
Cindy left a couple of weeks ago and we miss her. She was so much fun to have around and she was a very hard worker. She looked for things to do. She never had to be motivated. We had great conversations. She had lots to share. We had a great time with her and have already made plans for her to be back next summer if possible. See you then Cindy!
(Excellent
)
4 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Natalia) for host
This was my first experience doing Workaway in the USA. I definitely recommend it to someone who is looking to volunteer away from big cities.
I stayed a month with Lynn and BG but I felt like it was only a week. They made me feel at home from the first to the last day. I had the opportunity to cook for the small church group, go fishing with BG,… read more
I stayed a month with Lynn and BG but I felt like it was only a week. They made me feel at home from the first to the last day. I had the opportunity to cook for the small church group, go fishing with BG,… read more
16 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jan)
I would like to start by saying first for this review we have had about 35 workaways in our home. Most have been excellent. Most have worked hard and helped us here. Most have been delightful to have in our home and have been very enjoyable. SWe greatly enjoy the cross cultural experience. I would like to say that Jan set a new high mark for being… read more
(Excellent
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7 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jan) for host
Experience at BG and Lynn´s house was wonderful.
I've been there for one month and I am convinced that I could not find a better family all around the U.S. for my workaway stay. Before arrival I felt a little bit uneasy, because my English is far from being perfect and I am not very communicative even in my mother tongue, but I felt very quickly… read more
I've been there for one month and I am convinced that I could not find a better family all around the U.S. for my workaway stay. Before arrival I felt a little bit uneasy, because my English is far from being perfect and I am not very communicative even in my mother tongue, but I felt very quickly… read more
28 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Tim) for host
BG and Lynn are warm and wonderful people. They made me feel at home from day one. The accommadations for a worker in their home is great. We got out for trout fishing 3 times, ate trout for 3 meals, and shared movies and a concert on their dime. The work load was fair, the food was great and their fellowship was even better. I would recommend a… read more
26 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Tim)
Tim was a joy! We had a great time with him. He was with us a month and we had a great time. He was a hard worker and actually did more than we asked of him. He was a great conversationalist. We learned a lot about Thailand and his home there. Hope to visit him sometime there. He had a wide span of knowledge fitting for his 59 years so we had a… read more
(Excellent
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26 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophie)
Sophie was a dream. She was an excellent guest and a hard worker. She pitched in in a number of different areas and always did her best. She had a vast knowledge of Bees and I have an interest in getting started in bees. She actually lectured to one of the homeschool groups in our community about bees. She is wise beyond her years, a willing… read more
(Excellent
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2 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sophie) for host
I initially planned on spending 1 week with BG and Lynn, but ended up staying for 2 weeks. It was my first work away so I was not sure what to expect- but I felt at home straight away! Both BG and Lynn made me feel very welcome, relaxed and part of their family. I stayed at the same time as another workawayer which was lovely, and feel like we all… read more
2 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Thiska) for host
I just got back from my amazing experience at BG's and Lynn's farm. I honestly couldn't feel more relaxed and better after spending five weeks in Montana. I really miss everything!! BG and Lynn are very warm and helpful people, they want to make you feel at home right away!
Their place is so beautiful, I haven't seen such a view in my life. They… read more
Their place is so beautiful, I haven't seen such a view in my life. They… read more
7 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Rebecca) for host
My review is long overdue, but I stayed with BG and Lynn for two weeks at the end of summer last year and it was one of the coolest experiences of my life. They were my first workaway hosts and I was really nervous going in, but within the first 10 minutes of meeting BG at the airport I knew I had nothing to worry about.
BG and Lynn are amazing… read more
BG and Lynn are amazing… read more
24 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Wouter & Josse)
Wouter, We had a blast with you. Thanks for coming. I miss having you around. Wouter worked hard, played hard and was a joy to have around. We had to leave him for several days as we went on a family trip and he did everything while we were gone plus some. The place looked great when we got back. He is a hard worker, intelligent, quick witted, and… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Wouter & Josse) for host
Thank you BG & Lynn for having me! I truly had a blast in Montana!
I also want to say thank you to the other family members! They are a lot of fun and very outgoing.
I've spent about 3 weeks there, the work is not hard and the working hours are fair.
In my free hours BG, Lynn and the other family members often made time to show me around the… read more
I also want to say thank you to the other family members! They are a lot of fun and very outgoing.
I've spent about 3 weeks there, the work is not hard and the working hours are fair.
In my free hours BG, Lynn and the other family members often made time to show me around the… read more
30 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Eva)
Eva was a wonderful Workawayer. She contributed in every way while with us. She has a great sense of humor, lots of fun, willing to discuss in depth many subjects and was a hard worker. We would love to have her back anytime. I would recommend her for anyone who wants a hard working volunteer who is fun to have around.
(Excellent
)
29 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Eva) for host
Being in Helena with this family was so great. I've spent with them 5 weeks full of getting know each other, very funny moments, "alpaca stories", working outside, going out... I wish I could have been with them longer. Amazing experience.
3 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Will)
I believe that we were Will's First Workaway Experience and it was great for us. HE stayed with us 7 weeks. He did a wonderful job helping us get started in our new Market Garden Challenge and with our ongoing Greenhouse. He was excellent in his work ethic. HE also has a keen, inquisitive mind that lead to many wonderful conversations. He was… read more
(Excellent
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22 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Clemence) for host
I spent 2 weeks at BG and Lynn's place. The family is really nice and will welcome you as a part of their home.
The work is mostly about the new garden they are building with their daughter Cate and caring for the animals in the morning. The work hours were 8am to 1pm, so all the afternoons were free. I will warmly recommend it to people who have… read more
The work is mostly about the new garden they are building with their daughter Cate and caring for the animals in the morning. The work hours were 8am to 1pm, so all the afternoons were free. I will warmly recommend it to people who have… read more
16 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Clemence)
Clem was with us only a couple of weeks. She was a blessing. She worked hard, cooked great crepes, did whatever was asked of her and left to soon. We really enjoyed her and hope she will stop this way again.
(Excellent
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14 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Robert) for host
Staying with BG and Lynne was an absolute charm. The sights of Big Sky were breathtaking... as was the cold weather on the early starts! They could not have been more sharing, kind hearted or generous toward me, and I they have my gratitude. Further, even though we disagreed on a lot of things, I never felt like my opinions were not listened to or… read more
8 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Robert)
Robert was with us about two weeks. He did a great job, was a joy to be around, hard worker, good conversationalist. Wish he could have stayed longer.
(Excellent
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27 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Eric)
Eric was a blessing. We had a great time together. I already miss him. He worked hard at a number of things and did great. I think the most exciting thing he did was help me finally get my Greenhouse started. He poured a footing laid cinder block and then we basically framed it in one day and it is awesome. I am really excited about it. Not only… read more
(Excellent
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13 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Eric) for host
BG and Lyn were amazing hosts they made me feel like part of the family right off the bat.I did many projects for BG and taking care of alpacas was exciting.I got to do some amazing fishing and hunting with my new friends and it will never be forgotten.Lyn is an amzaing cook and baker and I will miss her food. I really got to experience montana… read more
26 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Dasani)
Dasani came and stayed with us for about 6 weeks and it was an awesome workaway. The day after she got to our farm we had a family emergency and she showed her character by buckling down and really helping us out. She worked hard and often long past the 5 hours that we ask each workaway to do. She did a great job and was very teachable and… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Dasani) for host
My first workaway experience was an awesome time! I stayed on the farm for 6 weeks and the whole family was very friendly and we did a lot of activities together, for example fishing and rafting. The work with the alpacas was a lot of fun and I learned a lot about gardening.
Helena is a nice city and around it is beautiful nature.
I would love… read more
Helena is a nice city and around it is beautiful nature.
I would love… read more
14 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Milou) for host
I just returned from my 2 weeks stay and I definitely enjoyed every minute of it! The family, including BG and Lynn, but also their son Beau, who I met a couple of times, and their daughter Cate are amazing, so welcoming and make you feel right at home! They made sure I would make the best out of my trip, by taking me out on multiple trips like… read more
11 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicholas)
Boy did I make a mistake with Nick. He was great. I had an opportunity to have him come for three months but because of things happening in our family we decided not to do a three month workaway right now. I wish I could have kept him for three months. Oh Well!! He was a great workaway. He worked hard. Was a great conversationalist. We did not… read more
(Excellent
)
5 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Nicholas) for host
I had a wonderful month with the family! B.G. and Lynn were very accommodating, going above and beyond to make their guests feel at home. If you stay long enough, you might also be lucky enough to meet one or two of their children, who live nearby. Experiencing the entire family dynamic is really enjoyable. I stayed for the month of April, so the… read more
27 Aug 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Baptiste)
Baptiste was an excellent workaway for us. He is kind, gentle, intelligent, and curious. We had great conversations. He worked hard at the task given him and got a lot done during his stay here. He got along great with the others who were here. He cooked French deserts for us. He is a natural teacher so he learns and then gives what he has learned… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Aug 2015
Left by Workawayer (Baptiste) for host
The family were the perfect hosts for my first workaway trip! As agreed, a very fair amount of work has to be done on the farm each morning during the week, in exchange of what you are rewarded with the participation to the family's life, outdoor activities, tours, and any event in town or further in the state that would eventually make a genuine… read more
27 Aug 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Marlies)
Marlies was such a joy to have come and stay with us and work with us. She is fluent in English, cultured and fun. She was a great conversationalist and was not afraid to tackle any subject. She was a hard worker and was adventurous. She caught here first ever fish here . She was fun to joke with and kid around with. She worked hard at the task… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Aug 2015
Left by Workawayer (Marlies) for host
I stayed with this family for 4 weeks as my first workaway experience and - as promised - I had a BLAST!
I am so grateful to the family for really giving me the chance to experience montana life. They took us on multiple trips, sparing no expenses; yellowstone, fishing and swimming to the lakes, cinema, dinner and ice cream were great… read more
I am so grateful to the family for really giving me the chance to experience montana life. They took us on multiple trips, sparing no expenses; yellowstone, fishing and swimming to the lakes, cinema, dinner and ice cream were great… read more
18 Aug 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Lynda)
Lynda was wonderful. She helped out with no complaints. She was a hard worker and helped us get a lot done around our property. We had a great time around the house, she is a good cook. :-) Lots of good conversation. We had a blast going to Yellowstone. We enjoyed her stay here and wish for her to comeback. Workaway provides us with great… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Aug 2015
Left by Workawayer (Lynda) for host
I am very sad to end a 6 weeks stay here. I had planned to stay for 3 weeks but extended as long as I could and I'm glad I did. It has been an amazing experience and I got to meet wonderful people. They are a great family. Very kind and generous. Always took us out with them and drove us to town or to the lake when they could. We also got to go to… read more
26 Jul 2015
Left by Workawayer (Ion) for host
Thank you Bg and family for give me the oportunity of being there for a month. It has been one of my best experiences.
Thank you very much.
Thank you very much.
23 Jul 2015
Left by Workawayer (Zebulon X. & Kelsey) for host
It was so nice to be back on a ranch. Thank you BG, Linn, Cate, Runover, Mojave, & everyone else.
I worked on the ranch in June 2015. They are a very nice and accommodating. I always had healthy food fresh from the garden (or fresh caught by BG.)
There was plenty to keep me occupied in the garden with wedding and planting, sprinklers and some… read more
I worked on the ranch in June 2015. They are a very nice and accommodating. I always had healthy food fresh from the garden (or fresh caught by BG.)
There was plenty to keep me occupied in the garden with wedding and planting, sprinklers and some… read more
23 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Diandra) for host
This feedback is long due, but I went here for spring break and had an awesome time! BG is hilarious (and very knowledgeable!) and Lynn is so sweet! I did work with the alpacas and they are adorable (although one of them spat me, but that's ok). The food there is also really good.
It's a bit hard to describe Helena, but if I could sum it in one… read more
It's a bit hard to describe Helena, but if I could sum it in one… read more
12 Apr 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Diandra)
Diandra, stay with us thru her spring break. She was a blast. We had a great time and she did a lot of work on our little farm. She gave us insight in to the Indonesian culture and into college life for an exchange student here in the USA. We had a great time with her and she is always welcome in our home. We hope she will be back in the future.
(Excellent
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20 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Matthieu)
Mattheiu was with us for a little over a month. He was a pleasure to have around. He worked well. He learned more English while here. We went to Yellowstone together for a quick day trip and had a blast.
(Very good
)
12 Apr 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Olga & Berta)
Olga was awesome. We had a blast with her. She was a great worker and a pleasure to be with. She is a beautiful young lady both inside and out. She is always welcome in our home and we hope she will come back soon. She worked hard and she never complained and always got her assignment done. She participated with all we did as a family with no… read more
(Excellent
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7 Apr 2015
Left by Workawayer (Olga & Berta) for host
I stayed on this farm only during 5 days during my spring break, and I couldn't have spent better days!! The place is amaaaazing, in a huge valley with the view of all the mountains around. Gorgeous. I felt super welcomed since the very beginning. They always made sure that I was comfortable and everything good! I helped feeding the animals,… read more
11 Mar 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Robert)
Bobby came and worked on our farm in Montana in the spring of 2014. I wish I had more Workaway folks like him. He was our hardest worker by far. He worked hard everyday and got a ton done. He was a pleasure to be around each evening. We had great conversation and he played the guitar with excellence nearly every night softly in the back ground. It… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Aug 2014
Left by Workawayer (Robert) for host
Working on this family farm is an incredible experience, especially for a first time workawayer like me. The whole family is so nice, the house is comfortable, and there is always lots of work to do! The alpacas and the goats and the garden are themselves more than enough to keep busy, but there are all the other miscellaneous jobs to occupy… read more
9 Sep 2014
Left by Workawayer (Joan Antoni) for host
Staying in Montana was great! I spent there 40 days and as they were my first workaway hosts I didn't know what to expect when I first arrived. They turned out to be a wonderful family and they have a quality that I find so important: you can talk with them on every subject and share your different points of view, which sometimes might be… read more
15 May 2014
Left by Workawayer (Samantha) for host
I don't think I can even come up with the right words to describe how wonderful the family truly is. I stayed with them throughout April for my first workaway experience. Not only are they extremely hospitable, but they are also very kind and wholesome people. Within a week, I felt like I was a part of their family. BG is very passionate about all… read more
30 Mar 2014
Left by Workawayer (Annie) for host
I had an amazing time in Montana with the family! They are awesome people and you will definitely have a fun time if you stay with them. I got to deliver baby goats while I was there and then bottle feed them, which was a lot of work, but also really fun because they are adorable. Cate was so much fun to hang out with and she showed me around and… read more
26 Mar 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Annie)
Annie came and spent about 6 weeks with us here in Montana. She fit right in with our family, was not a problem in any way. She willingly did all we asked her to do and did it well. She helped me a lot with not only my farm activities but she helped a lot with some computer stuff that had to do with my business. She was great and will be missed.… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Dec 2013
Left by Workawayer (Luis) for host
This was my first Workaway experience and it was awesome. I did a lot of activities with the family and they received me like one of their own. They are very nice people, always helpful and provided whatever I needed. I visited Glacier National Park and Yellowstone with their lovely daughter. I also went hunting and fishing many times with the… read more
