Help and share skills at our lodge on the Wild West Coast, Canada

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  Description

  Priority is given to Workers who can stay 2 months minimum.
  
  My name is Spencer, I am the manager at the lodge. This business is a remote guest lodge renting yurts, cabins, and suites (12 total). We are located in Port Renfrew, a beautiful, remote town on the West Coast of Vancouver Island. We have housekeeping, general helper, maintenance, and cook positions available, however, we crossover and assist other departments when needed.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  DIY and building projects

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  We like to draw on skills from our helpers and share the skills we have ( building, cooking, etc). We are aiming for self-sufficiency. The mornings are spent with breakfast & cleaning the lodge from guests and afternoons with projects or free time.

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  Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

  This host offers accommodation and payment.

  Host has indicated that they will pay at least the minimum hourly wage of their country for each hour worked and that accommodation will also be provided. They are asking for help with a business or business activity. Contact the host directly via the site messenger for more information and details about the wage provided. Any arrangements should be agreed in advance with your host.

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  Help

  A couple of years ago we had a great transition at the lodge to using just helpers/workawayers. It was a wonderful experience for everybody. Hosting people from around the world, drawing on their talents, and teaching ours. Typically after breakfast, everyone helps clean rooms finishing by 3 pm, at which time we begin accepting our guests. We either get on with projects or go explore the area after the cleaning is done.
  
  We are looking for singles or couples who can give us general help around the lodge. We usually have between 2-6 helpers. The bulk of the work once open is to clean the units so that they are ready for our guests. During busy times we also need help during breakfast/dinner. This may include cooking/serving depending on your skills.
  There is also landscaping help needed and other general duties. We also usually have some kind of interesting project on the go. We typically seek a minimum of one month stay, as training takes about a week, so less than this is really not worthwhile for us.
  
  As per Workaway rules for businesses, we pay for all hours worked. You will be responsible for your own groceries and have to prepare your own meals, with the possibility of taking turns and cooking a staff dinner for everyone to enjoy together once the season gets rolling. We have RVs for you to stay in. Couples have their own space and singles may or may not need to share with other workers. The rooms are on a first come first serve basis.
  
  The ideal candidates are hardworking, responsible, clean, are self-entertaining, and work well with others.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  French: Intermediate

  This host offers a language exchange
  This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
  You can contact them directly for more information.
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  Accommodation

  We have RVs available. They are clean and nice spaces and you'll have access to all amenities.
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  What else ...

  With 160 private acres bordering provincial parklands, our view shows very few signs of civilization, making it a great site to see wildlife and get away from it all, while only a 5-minute drive to “downtown” Port Renfrew. We are just a two-hour scenic drive from either Victoria along Hwy 14, or Nanaimo, along the Pacific Rim Circle Route. Enjoy the scenery or take a hike along the way.
  Being in a fairly remote location, it is important for those interested to be a bit self-entertaining. If you are used to living in the city it can be a big change. For those who like the outdoors and are not big on crowds, it is great but if not you may find yourself getting bored. . Happy Travels!
  
  If interested, please send us a message!

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Space for parking camper vans

  We have lots and lots of space so just be in touch and tell us what you have and we will work it out...We also have access to a large campground down the road.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  Hours expected

  Maximum 8 hours a day, 5 days a week

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