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Hello! We are Wouter (32), Heidi (32), Juppie (2), and Rooney (.75) and we are in the process of transforming an overgrown old homestead into a bio diverse sustainable organic permaculture paradise. Our interest is in sustainable living. This means that we take consideration for the types of plants and animals we apply to the land with the goal of having a balanced and diverse sets of plants and animals for food production.
Currently we are rebuilding the organic matter in our sandy soil with the help of our goats and chickens. This spring/summer we begin phase one of our vegetable gardens and food forest. This means we will be busy prepping our garden sites and orchards.
We take a wholistic approach to how we manage our land and animals and each other. Our dedication to continued learning and understanding of how our ecosystems work and what role it plays on the larger environment is the foundation for our community, homestead and garden.
Happy to meet you!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
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
Travelers could learn about how plants and animals that thrive in the unique climate here in British Columbia's coastal rain forest.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We are looking for enthusiastic and or experienced gardeners, builders and carpenters. Let us know your unique skill or ability and well try to fit you in!
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Sinhalese: Intermediate
Dutch: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
We know English and would love to learn your language
Accommodation
Our loft in our home has a private toilet and half kitchen. The shower is shared and on the main floor.
What else ...
There is so much to do in Squamish. We are situated between the Cheekye and the Cheakamus rivers which are both great to explore, fish or take a dip. We are two km from Alice lake provincial park where there are countless trails for hiking and biking and we are 15 km from the ocean where canoe and kayak rentals are readily available.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
