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Horse & Hobby Farm in Beautiful Okanagan Valley, BC Canada

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Última atividade: 2 jun. 2024

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Update May 2024
Help with construction and building needed.
We welcome inquiries for guests wishing to stay in July or Septemeber or October or some portion of.
We would appreciate a volunteer or two who is good with construction and also general house maintenance and good cooks are always welcome!
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We are an active couple heavily involved with all aspects of horses from a non-traditional perspective. Our home & farm is a work in progress & we have a busy life with gardens, fields & construction ongoing.
Our home is close to wilderness trails, with a view of the city and a short drive to town and beaches.
Guests over the age of 22 who love horses would integrate best.
Tipos de ajuda e oportunidades de aprendizado
Ajuda em projetos ambientais
Jardinagem
Construção/faça você mesmo
Cuidar de animais
Ajuda em fazenda
Criar/cozinhar refeições caseiras
Ajuda a cuidar da casa
Manutenção geral
Objetivos de sustentabilidade da ONU que este anfitrião quer atingir
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O que é isso?
Oportunidades de intercâmbio cultural e aprendizado
We value sustainability, respect for animals and the environment, and live in a rammed earth home.
Ajuda
fencing, painting, rock picking, manure management, home maintenance, weeding, landscaping, cooking and construction. Horse training assistance and care is a regular responsibility. Good riders - especially ones with experience riding gaited horses are most encouraged.
Our diet is non-restrictive and we are open to new culinary adventures.
We are in the midst of completing and setting up a large Walipini (earth-sheltered greenhouse) and any help with this project is welcomed.
Idiomas
Inglês: Fluente
Acomodação
living quarters in a trailer with queen bed, private space, kitchenette and a/c
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There are many local trails nearby-used by mountain bikers, riders, XC skiers and snowshoers. The local ski slope is a 1 hour drive. There are many wineries, breweries and craft spirit outlets to visit, as well as a large variety of excellent restaurants.
Those with an international drivers license and good record may have use of our car to drive into town (15 minutes away)
Mais alguns detalhes
- Acesso à internet
- Acesso à internet limitado
- Temos mascotes
- Somos fumantes
- Pode hospedar famílias
Espaço para estacionar campervans
RV's under 20' will be able to navigate our drive.
Pode aceitar animais
We are able to accept guest dogs as long as they are fully and predictably under control.
Quantos Workawayers pode acomodar?
2
Horas previstas
5 hours a day, 5 days a week

Nº de ref. de anfitrião: 678848648425

Comentário (10)

10 set. 2023

Deixado pelo Workawayer (Marine) para o anfitrião

I spent two superb weeks with Dana and Mark.
I thank them very much for allowing me to stay with them during the forest fires.
Thank you for introducing me to your worlds, I loved being able to create alongside you.
I enjoyed discovering the equestrian world with them, I am leaving with lots of memories in my head.
Thank you again for all these… read more

(Excelente )

6 set. 2023

Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Marine)

Marina stayed with us for about 2 weeks while many forest fires were in the area and there were some very smokey days, so we hunkered down. She seemed to be perfectly happy at our place and with our animals.
Marina is a very kind soul who is pleasant to be around and is very respectful. We had some great conversations and shared a few fun… read more

(Excelente )

25 jan. 2023

Deixado pelo Workawayer (Teresa) para o anfitrião

It was a wondeful stay with Dana and Mark, I have learnt so much about horses! Dana's approach is unique, I have never enjoyed so much being with them, beginning to understand them. The time we fed dinner yo the horses with Dana and these incredible guys around me is something that will be always in my soul.
I've also been working in the new Green… read more

(Excelente )

19 dez. 2022

Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Teresa)

We very much enjoyed hosting Teresa for a month. She fit right into our daily routine and had good rapport with all furry family members and us too. Teresa is a wonderful cook and a very pleasant house guest. She is keen to try new things and her enthusiasm for learning is just great.
During her visit with us, we were sick with the flu, which… read more

(Excelente )

28 jul. 2016

Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Filip & Blanka)

Filip and Blanka are a wonderful young couple who were a pleasure to have around. They were learning a bit about chickens and horses while they were here and were not shy about getting their hands dirty.
We gained some knowledge of yummy polish recipes and had good conversation.
We hope to see them again one day and wish them the best on their… read more

(Excelente )

28 jul. 2016

Deixado pelo Workawayer (Filip & Blanka) para o anfitrião

We have spent 4 wonderful weeks with Dana and Mark, they are realy great hosts!
We felt like home and they treated us as friends.
We miss them, their farm, horses, dogs and chickens. We are sure we will meet again!

(Excelente )

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10 set. 2023

Deixado pelo Workawayer (Marine) para o anfitrião

(Excelente )

6 set. 2023

Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Marine)

(Excelente )

25 jan. 2023

Deixado pelo Workawayer (Teresa) para o anfitrião

(Excelente )

19 dez. 2022

Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Teresa)

(Excelente )

28 jul. 2016

Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Filip & Blanka)

(Excelente )

28 jul. 2016

Deixado pelo Workawayer (Filip & Blanka) para o anfitrião

(Excelente )

9 dez. 2015

Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Svenja)

Svenja stayed with us during the early winter, so there was limited riding due to weather and season, but we did have some fun! We found Svenja to be very kind, friendly and easy to get along with. The dogs fell in love with her and she took good care of them and the other animals while we worked. I hope she gets a chance to really explore… read more

(Excelente )

23 nov. 2015

Deixado pelo Workawayer (nenehmae) para o anfitrião

I completely agree with Dana and Mark, my stay wasn't nearly long enough! which is why I need to come back again :D
It really didn't get much better than the time I had with you both and your critters of all sizes. So many top memories and waffles came from your place.
Unfortunately due to work back in the UK and my overly inquisitive nature I… read more

(Excelente )

14 nov. 2015

Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (nenehmae)

I feel like Neneh was not here long enough to really experience all of the great things ! She is full of curiosity and ambition. At first she was a bit reserved. We found her to be very reliable in helping and enjoyable and funny to socialize with. I am sure that Neneh will really excell at whatever she puts her mind to. A great rider and good… read more

(Excelente )

20 nov. 2015

Deixado pelo Workawayer (Winona) para o anfitrião

As soon as I enter in the house of Mark and Dana, I felt home!! I spend 6 weeks with them where I mostly helped with the house maintenance, the chickens, the garden and their lovely dogs and horses. They like to eat healthy and great food so I had a real pleasure to cook for/with them. Even though they where busy with their settle's business into… read more

(Excelente )

4 mai. 2015

Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Winona)

Winona was really pleasant to have around. We felt very comfortable with her and the animals loved her. She is a very god cook and has a magic touch for organizing. We wish her great adventures on her Canadian visit.

(Excelente )

16 jul. 2015

Deixado pelo Workawayer (Gael) para o anfitrião

After some technical difficulties, here I finally am. Dana and Mark, what can I say? Nothing but wonderful things, really! The minute I walked in their house, it felt like coming home. It's such a nice place and knowing they build most of it themselves, made me respect and admire them from the start. Dana and Mark are both people with a lot of… read more experience and if you want to learn all sorts of things and you're willing to put some effort in to it, they are more than willing to teach you. They make gorgeous saddles (hand crafted), have extensive knowledge and experience on trimming horsefeet and general nutrition of horses, can weld, put together all sorts of things with wood, nails and a hammer,... I'm probably forgetting loads, but I think I got my point across? But the most important (and fun!) part is that they do all of this with a fresh and alternative look on things. Always searching for easier, more efficient ways to work and create, inspires you to think outside the box. All the while sleeping in a nice, comfortable bed in your own room, getting woken up in the morning by the cutest dog faces in the world.

As far as activities go, I think I've done quite a few! I went on beautiful trail rides with the horses, got to see Penticton, ate Poutine from Jeffer's, went quadding in the snow, went snowboarding with the neighbours, did some one-of-a-kind poodle dogsledding, learnt more on horse nutrition and hoof trimming (even though I never got to finish the book ;) ), had some fun gamenights, learned how to tool leather,... And the best part of it all? Dana telling me: 'Well, it's winter, so we're not really doing much.'

Having your own car would definitely be an advantage to do things that are further away (zipline in summerland, rock climbing in Scaha Bluffs, wine tasting tour,..), but you can catch a ride into town with them on most days too. And the weekends? Well, Dana is more than happy to find herself a riding partner that she can share all the Okanagan trails with.

I could go on for hours probably, but the most important thing: ever since I stepped foot in their house, I felt like I found a second family, my Canadian one. And that's exactly what this workaway thing is all about, if you ask me. I have gone back multiple times while crossing canada north to south and west to east. And every single time, my hearts shrinks when I have to leave again. I'll be back, time and time again, because they are my friends, my mentors, my family. And me? Just a little ray of sunshine that keeps finding herself wanting to stumble through their front door :)

(Excelente )

29 jan. 2015

Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Gael)

Gael is a ray of sunshine with a great attitude toward work and life. She integrated with our family well and was very reliable and trustworthy. Gael is smart as well as wise beyond her years.
She is not afraid to get dirty nor cook a great meal.
We wish her all the best in her future adventures and hope she will come back for a visit and a… read more

(Excelente )

4 jun. 2015

Deixado pelo Workawayer (Thomas & Kathy) para o anfitrião

Dana & Mark are great! They go out of their way to make sure you enjoy your time in Penticton. The house & view is amazing. It's really hard saying goodbye to the dogs and other animals once you have gotten to know them. Work is very reasonable and leaves you lots of time to explore the area. Definitely recommend it to anyone thinking of working… read more

(Excelente )

2 jun. 2015

Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Thomas & Kathy)

Tom & Kathy were a real pleasure to have as guests in our home. Very trustworthy with good work ethic and nice to have conversations with. They fit well into our routine without complaint about being left alone while we had to go to work. They were respectful of our routine and ways. I would not hesitate to have them return or recommend them as… read more

(Excelente )

11 nov. 2014

Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Miriam)

Miriam is a very polite and quiet person who respects your space and belongings. She is very conscientious and hard working. It took her a few days to become accustomed to our intense dog family, but she seemed to adapt well. Miriam speaks english and communicates very well. I would not hesitate to have her return or recommend her to another host.

(Excelente )

15 mai. 2014

Deixado pelo Workawayer (Roxane) para o anfitrião

I had such a great time with Mark and Dana that ended up staying six weeks (rather than two as planned). The work was pretty much self-directed, apart from the daily chores there are other projects that need to be worked on. It is a quiet place with lots of nature around, and Mark and Dana are great hosts that I hope to see again in the future.

(Excelente )

14 mai. 2014

Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Roxane)

Roxy was a pleasure for us to host. She is willing and pleasant at all hours! I felt very comfortable with her staying home alone and taking care of the farm while we were at work.

(Excelente )

11 out. 2013

Deixado pelo Workawayer (Karolin) para o anfitrião

My stay with Dana and Mark was my first experience with Workaway and I couldn't have asked for a better place! The work is usually really easy to do and on most days it doesn't even take you more than 3 hours to get everything done. Dana is serving delicious and healthy meals and Mark always makes sure you get your desert afterwards! After 5 weeks… read more

(Excelente )

10 out. 2013

Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Karolin)

Karo is a very helpful and bright person, who was a bit shy at first but soon became more open. She is very respectful and easy to have around. We would have her return to stay without any reservations.

(Excelente )

2 mai. 2013

Deixado pelo Workawayer (Benedikt ) para o anfitrião

Dana and Mark are wonderful host. Friendly, polite and respectful towards eveybody and everything. We had a great time on their farm and wish them all the best for the future!

(Excelente )

24 mar. 2013

Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Benedikt )

Bene & Jannis are really great guys. Easy to get along with and respectful & helpful. We hope they have many great adventures ahead!

(Excelente )

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