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16 Mar 2023
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Description
We are a family of six, 2 adults and 4 children. We live on a small farm in the middle of the forest. On the farm we keep sheep, horses, rabbits, cats, bees and a dog. We grow some vegetables with the aim to be self sufficient. We, Markus and Amanda work mainly with building and repairing traditional log houses. The kids are 15, 11, 6 and 2 years old and we spend a lot of time with them, riding, swimming and working out. We also enjoy playing music, cooking and do a LOT with renovating and build things on the farm.
Types of help and learning opportunities
GardeningDIY and building projectsAnimal CareFarmstay helpCreating/ Cooking family mealsHelp around the houseGeneral MaintenanceCultural exchange and learning opportunities
Our village was created in the 70s by a bunch of hippies. There are a lot of interesting people and buildings here and amazing nature with the river a hundred meters from our house. Nearby is the village of Näsåker, it’s also a fantastic place for meeting people and experience the nature of the north. If you have your own car there is also a lot of other nature experiences in the area such as Edsele quarts-mine, Meåfors goatfarm and so on.
If you are interested in horses it is possible for you to try out riding and helping with our ardenner.Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
The tasks on the farm vary depending on season and your skills/experience/interests. In the spring we need help with fencing, preparing the garden, chopping and storing wood, cleaning for animals and so on. In the summer the need for taking care of the fields, weed picking and preparing for winter is big and we also build and renovate during summer. Autumn work is mostly storing, butchering, closing the gardens and also a lot of going into the forest and picking berries. We collect around 100 kg of blueberries and lingonberries every year.
We are very flexible, communication is key :)Languages spoken
Swedish: Fluent
Spanish: IntermediateAccommodation
You stay in our aframe or in a caravan depending on what period you visit us.
There is also a sauna by the river and a gym in the village.What else ...
We cook mostly vegetarian food but also have meat on our menu.
We live in the forest 30 min from nearest food store/society. We can of course help giving you a ride sometimes but it’s good if you like to spend time in nature!A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
We accept pets that are used to and friendly with children and animals. Our 2 year old is very intense with animals and hard to keep away.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week