Come see Lake Superior and the beautiful forests in Northern Minnesota and help at our family home near the small town of Two Harbors, USA.

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  Description

  About our area:
  We live in the small town of Two Harbors next to Lake Superior, the biggest fresh water lake in the word (in surface area, the third biggest in volume). Minnesota is a wonderful state of natural beauty. We have many unspoiled wilderness areas and national parks. We live 30 minutes from the city of Duluth (population 86,066)
  
  About us:
  We are a family of three. Nichole (mom) Orion (16) and Iris (14) (trans person and girl). We have a dog, two cats,12 chickens, and 9 rabbits.
  
  We only speak English currently so you must be able to speak it well.
  
  We dont consider ourselves normal Americans. I am an old punk rocker who enjoys Halloween, scavenging, underground music, hiking, nature, 4-wheeling, hunting, art, literature, gardening, movies, video games, camping, foraging, biking, and big plans. I am currently going through a divorce with my ex husband who does not live at the property any more.
  
  We value uniqueness and intelligence. A positive attitude would be a welcome thing to have around here too.
  We are doing our best to conserve, reuse,and recycle. We try to waste as little as possible.
  I'm (Nichole) an artist who likes to be alone when creating art. But enjoys others company otherwise. This is my pet project and I'm super excited to meet you. I have a job, in the neighboring town of Duluth. I work as a lab tech in a large hospital. It takes me a while to drive to and from work.
  As a newly single parent household I am very much in need of the extra help (and company).

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Language practice

  Teaching

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Farmstay help

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Cultural exchange:
  History= In Two Harbors there is the Maritime museum, 3M museum, and the lighthouse. We live 30 minutes from historical Duluth which offers various museums, ore boat history, and a variety of historical buildings.
  Learning = I can teach you to tend to chickens, forage in the area, art, camping, and possibly hunting (if you will be with us for a while).

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  Help:
  We have a medium/small family home in a rural area. Your main duty would be cleaning and organizing in the house and yard.
  Beyond that the help that is needed varies on the time of year and what we are currently working on. Please communicate with us about your skills, likes, and dislikes. We can find duties that fit you well.
  After the first few days it is important that you are able to work independently as I am away at my job week days and every other weekend. Questions are always okay though. Communication is important.
  
  Type of help:
  Main one = Cleaning and organizing/ housekeeping/ laundry
  Other help=cooking, painting, carpentry/ building and remodeling, vegetable and fruit gardening, fixing things/ handy work, lawn care (summer), snow removal (winter), feeding and caring for chickens, foraging (seasonal), pet care and training, butchering deer (November), online help, harvesting and preserving, mechanics (when needed), landscaping (when needed), and teaching.

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent

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  Accommodation

  Accommodations:
  • Guest bedroom with fold out couch, is also our "art room" has organized art supplies in it and biok shelves.
  • There is a mini fridge in the room for guests to use.
  • Summertime only: I have a camper that sleeps 2-3 people. It has power, and a working kitchen. Does not have a working/ usable bathroom.
  • One shared bathroom
  • Shared shower (good hot water)
  • You supply your own toiletries: shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, hair brush/comb.
  • We supply: clean towels, toilet paper, clean sheets, bedding (blankets).
  
  Meals:
  3 meals per day;
  • Breakfast = Are usually prepared and eaten yourself, but if a person is up when I make breakfast I will gladly make them some too
  • Lunches = Serve yourself, usually sandwich style meals or leftovers.
  • Dinners = Prepared and eaten together, cooking duty is shared by volunteering for a turn. We (the adults) love ethnic foods and variety and are willing to try new things (not spicy foods for Nichole and kids though).
  • Snacks = Some shared, some you provide for yourself.
  • Alcohol = Allowed in moderation
  
  Transportation: Most of the time we have bikes for you to use, weather permitting. Occasionally we can run you somewhere with our vehicles if it fits into our schedule.
  
  We have high speed internet.
  
  We have a dog that takes a little while to get used to people. Be patient and he will like you.
  
  Minnesota is a very cold state. The cold weather here lasts anywhere from October to May. Keep this in mind when packing clothes.

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  What else ...

  Attractions: Live 3 miles from access to Lake Superior.
  Live 30 min from historical Duluth. Duluth has a vibrant music and art scene.
  We know of and have access to many hiking trails.
  Local brewhouse (Castle Danger) had very good beer.
  
  Length of stay: 1 week to 2 months
  
  How many can stay = 1 or 2 people (if together, only 1 guest room)

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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

  This host can provide space for campervans.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  Hours expected

  Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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