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We are a humble homestead of craftsmen nestled in rural Latvia on the banks of the Salaca River. We met on the road some many moons ago and after years of traveling here and there we decided that it was time to dig our roots down.
We have a big organic garden, Chickens, Mangalitsa pigs (look it up, yes furry pigs, its real) and two young horses. But usually there are others like geese or ducks, you never know what comes;) We spend the green season outside harvesting wild plants and berries, gardening, and outdoor creative projects.
We are craftsmen. Clare is a weaver, normally a carpet maker and Edgars is a potter and wood worker, focusing on music instruments and snowshoes. We are also crafters of all sorts including medicines, herbs, wine, moonshine, dairy products, vinegar, preserves, natural Building, etc! We place a large emphasis on wild food, so it may very well be a part of your everyday. Our main ,,bread maker,, is making and selling tools for handweaving (harvestlooms).
The land we dwell on is part of a National park. The river , the Salaca, is mystical and full of peace. There are red sandstone cliffs and even a little cave and all around is forest. Here the forest is full of plenty of riches like bilberries, raspberries, strawberries, lingon berries, and lots of mushrooms! Clare collects for our use over a 100 species)
we love to enjoy life and celebrate as much as we can. life has a 0% survival rate so start living today! we like to play music and go on adventures or simply make them at the home.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
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
You will learn a lot about plants and fungi, how to preserve them, use them, eat them;) It all depends what time of year. Other things you can always learn if you are a curious learner, like weaving or woodworking. Also gardening, animal husbandry and composting
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^^^^We do not use the UN icons because we dont support them. They stand by elites and big agro big pharma etc not the small farmers and real sustainable people of the world. They are also supporters of one world government. corrupt organization for sure.
Well it all depends on what time of year and day by day.
There are the daily animal routines and things like helping with meals.
We live very close with our plant alleys so you can expect to be collecting some plants, berries, or mushrooms and helping with the preservation of them. Then there are always random projects, like a cob plaster on the sauna or moving compost or planting sugar beets or splitting firewood. It goes on and on:)
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent
Latvian (Lettish): Fluent
Russian: Fluent
Portuguese: Intermediate
German: Beginner
Italian: Beginner
Norwegian: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
lets just see!
Accommodation
tiny house with kitchen and out house, room with a bed, or if you want to sleep outdoors there are also options. there is a hot shower (wood heated) and hot tub outside. We also use the sauna as a bathing ritual
What else ...
We live on a beautiful river so lots of nice walking around here. We are not so far from the Baltic sea and you will surely see that. Estonia is just a stone throw away too. There are bikes.
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
We have had many people come by campervan
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
5 hours day x 5 days
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You are immediately welcome inside the home and family; they have a cozy cottage decorated with handmade crafts for volunteers, and cook astoundingly good meals (both in health and taste!) for breakfast, lunch and dinner, which is eaten together. In the… read more
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The river nearby is a benediction… read more
abrazos amigos!
We were welcomed with open arms, they are such great hosts! Edgars makes the best pancakes for breakfast, Clare always make sure your body gets all the nutrients while preparing healthy yet super duper delicious meals.
The nature around is simply… read more
Matt & Cat xx
