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Come and help at my horse ranch in the West of Lithuania

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  2024 

 Min stay requested: 1 month or more

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  • Description

    Description

    Welcome!
    Located in the west of Lithuania, 50km away from the Baltic sea I have continued to run the horse ranch/ sanctuary my mother once founded. The ranch is based in a rural area surrounded by lots of nature, forrests, parks and only 5km way from the next town Plungė.
    All year around we have around 20-30 horses living on the property who need care and create a lot of work. We have a variety of horses in very different stages of life: rescued, retired, young and old.

    I mainly need help with caring for the horses, gardening and fixing or maintaining the property. Due to the complexity of the work I'm only looking for people who can at least stay one month or more. The work varies depending on what time of the year it is. So feel free to ask if you want to have more specific information.

    I'm looking for people who like animals and nature. You don't need a lot of experience in horses but horse lovers are greatly appreciated. Riding will be possible from time to time but please understand, that it cannot be your primary activity while staying here. Also if you are skilled in carftwork you are very welcome.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    I've been working with horses for decades now so I have a lot of experience. You will learn how to take care of a horse, feed them, see their needs and take care of them. On this farm we are not performance oriented, its more about taking the best care of the individual needs of every horse. I was a vet a long time ago and still cooperate my knowledge in the daily work with my horses.

  • Help

    Help

    I mainly need help caring for the horses. Cleaning the stables, feeding, providing water for them in the winter.
    There is also a big garden in need of a little love.
    In the summer months we host riding camps for kids and sometimes a little support is needed.
    If you have any skills in construction, carpentry or anything similar you are very very welcome.

  • Languages spoken

    German: Fluent
    Lithuanian: Fluent
    Russian: Fluent
    English: Intermediate
    French: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Workawayers will stay in private rooms next to a big living room, a fully equipped kitchen and shared bathrooms. We also have a mobile home if you prefer to live more separate (only in summer/ autumn).

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    In your time off you can spend time in the beautiful nature around the farm, there is lots of forrest and walking path around. From Plungė you can take the train or bus and travel all over Lithuania. There is also a big nature park close to the property which is beautiful all year around.
    In winter you can go skiing at the nearby skiing slopes

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    We have a good WiFi connection at all time.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    It's a big property so we'll find space for every vehicle.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    There are dogs and cats already living here so please talk to me in advance about bringing your pets.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

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    Hours expected

    5 hours a day, 5 days a week

Host ref number: 188665299721

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