Come enjoy the island life and peaceful getaway in a jungle paradise, USA

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2022

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Beschreibung
Aloha, Come enjoy a peaceful homestead in a jungle paradise.
We are two families that live and caretake a 5 acre tropical farm. This is not a commercial farm. Workawayers will not be involved with any aspect of business. We have been living a sustainable lifestyle and homesteading for over 14 years in Kealakekua, Hawaii. The land is filled with organic gardens and permacultured landscapes. We have dogs and cats and about to get chickens!
We are looking for a solid, responsible, and independent couple or (two friends wiling to share a 10x20 space) who can contribute to our scene. It is also very important that we hold the same values for well-being. We are very busy so we are looking for people who can easily fit into our family's flow.
At this point the help we need will be laborious. Clearing out the jungle and tending the gardens which are ever growing.
We expect 16 hours of work a week in trade. Examples of tasks include weedwacking, mulching, seeding, planting, harvesting and making compost teas.
We like to start with a 2 week contract to make sure it is fitting for both parties and if its a really good fit we are open to considering longer stays.

Mahalo!
Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten
Kunstprojekte
Sprachpraxis
Hilfe bei Ökoprojekten
Gartenarbeiten
Heimwerker- und Bauarbeiten
Betreuung von Tieren
Mithilfe auf einem Bauernhof
UNO-Ziele für nachhaltige Entwicklung, die dieser Gastgeber verfolgt
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Was ist das?
Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten
We live at 1700ft elevation, so it is slightly cooler and refreshing at night. You will have access to plenty of fresh tropical fruits and vegetables. We live 10 minutes drive from the ocean and 25 minutes from downtown Kona. Local Bus stop is at the end of my road.
Our Island offers amazing hiking right from my home, (check out the 7 mile Captain Cook Monument trail). The entrance is a 10 minute walk from my house. ...all kinds of ocean sports, and camping. Also 10 minutes from dolphin resting area, so you can swim with the dolphins in the morning.
Please bring your own masks, fins, snorkel, and beach towels.
Arbeit
Cutting down tree branches and pulling overgrown weeds to make clear paths. Experience with weed wackers or willing to learn how to use them is needed.
You will learn how to build soil and feed the plants through Hawaiian natural farming practices.
Harvesting and tending our food gardens need to get done on a weekly basis. Sometimes there are DIY projects in our home that require tools or artistic creativity.
Cleanliness is very important and helping with household chores will be expected.
A valid Drivers License and health insurance is a must.

This is not a commercial farm. Workawayers will not be involved with any aspect of business.
Sprachen
Gesprochene Sprachen
Englisch: Fließend
Dieser Gastgeber bietet Sprachaustausch an
Dieser Gastgeber gibt an, dass er dir gern seine Muttersprache beibringt oder selbst eine Sprache lernen möchte.
Bitte wende dich direkt an ihn, um weitere Auskünfte zu erhalten.
Unterkunft
A 10 x 20 deck and cargo tent accommodated with a full size mattress, couch and shelving for clothes (if you are not a couple and don't share a bed we can add a twin mattress to the space). Personal Space outdoor covered space with table and chairs. We have an outdoor shared community kitchen with electricity and wifi. There is a hot shower and flush toilet. We will provide you with the staples (beans, lentils, oats, grains). The gardens provide many fresh greens, avocados and fruits.
Was noch ...
Amazing 7 mile hiking trail all the way down to the ocean walking minutes from my house. Sunday Farmers market 15 walking minutes. Kealakukua Bay has the closest beach access. There are Black sand beaches, green sand beaches, white sand beaches, waterfalls and tropical jungles all over the island. The most popular activities are swimming, kayaking, surfing, fishing, diving, and exploring.
The bus stop 1/3 mile at the bottom of my road. This bus will take you all around the island.
You can camp and visit a rainforest in Volcano National Park about 1.5hours from where I live.
The volcano is still active but is not flowing. It is an amazing place for hikers and nature enthusiasts.
Etwas mehr Information
- Internet Zugang
- Eingeschränkter Internet Zugang
- Wir besitzen Tiere
- Wir sind Raucher
- Familien möglich
Platz zum Abstellen von Camper Vans
Dieser Gastgeber bietet Platz für Wohnmobile.
Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal
zwei
Arbeitszeiten
4 hours, 4 days a week

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Korrekte Angaben im Profil:
(5.0)

Kultureller Austausch:
(4.8)

Kommunikation:
(5.0)

30.04.2022

Vom Workawayer (Brett) für Host

I adored my month long stay on this farm! Bri and Sue are very passionate about making sure you’re comfortable and have a great cultural experience in Hawaii. They have work-traded themselves so they have a good idea of what you’re probably looking for. I worked with Bri most of the time on the Farm and always looked forward to it. Bri is very… read more intelligent, fair, and a great communicator. If you’re interested in Permaculture or gardening, she can answer any questions you have. Some of the work is light and some was hard-work but Bri is right there doing it with you.

The accommodations were comfortable. I really liked the outdoor roofed kitchen area separate from the host’s living area. It had a table where I could work on my computer. If you’re looking for a big community to interact with, this is probably not a good fit for you. This is a good place if you like some privacy; the property is big enough that it’s easy to escape and find solitude. Hot outdoor shower and flush toilet are provided. The living space was a big tent structure on a wooden platform about the size of a living room with some furniture, a bed big enough for a couple, and mosquito nets. I thought it was cozy. I should say it is loud at night with the coqui frogs, I usually slept with noise cancelling headphones, but this is the case with pretty much any Big Island property.

In terms of food, they provide enough staples that, in combination with food grown on the farm, I was able to get 3 meals a day but you might want to buy some extra stuff for yourself. The pantry was stocked with lots of oats, rice, pasta, lentils, tortillas, quinoa, beans, and peanut butter. I was able collect a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables from the farm. The avocados were excellent and plentiful; lots of leafy greens, herbs, and various Hawaiian fruits around as well. The outdoor kitchen is nice and a pleasure to use. There is a gas stove top, a small air fryer oven, sharp set of knives, and other tools. There is a small convenient store and Bri constantly offered to take me to a regular grocery store. They also, on occasion, graciously had me over for dinner in Sue’s beautiful home to share their excellent cooking skills with me.

I didn’t have a car for my stay and I would say the area is not very walkable but I still felt like this was a great location. I’m an avid hiker and spent a lot of time hiking down to the Bay for incredible snorkeling (best on the Island). I also camped out there one night. And another weekend I headed north for an incredible backcountry camping experience at Pololu Valley and hitchhiked back (popular part of Hawaiian culture). Then for another weekend, I rented a car for Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Mauna Kea, and other beaches. Whatever you’re interested in, Sue and Bri are super knowledgable and can help you plan your trip when you get here.

Overall Sue, Bri, their kids, and friends are all sweet wholesome people that I’ll remember and have had a lasting positive impact on me.

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15.03.2022

Vom Workawayer (Michael & Misha) für Host

This stay was truly an amazing experience! I traveled here with my partner and We loved every bit of it! It was our first workaway experience and we couldn’t be happier with how it turned out.

The work was so rewarding. We learned so much about permaculture and living off the land. We loved knowing that we were making a difference by planting,… read more

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10.03.2022

Vom Workawayer (Dustyn) für Host

WOW! Words can't describe how transformative this stay was. I spent two weeks here with my partner. I have done several workaway stays, but this was my partner's first experience and it was truly exceptional. Bri is an amazing teacher, and taught us so much about taking care of the land, gardening, and life in general. She has a loving, giving,… read more

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24.09.2021

Vom Workawayer (Sarah & Nelle) für Host

I stayed at Sue and Bri's property with my friend Sarah for about a month, and it was the best experience of my life. This was our first workaway experience and it's going to be hard to beat. We were able to help build the new structure for the next workawayers to stay in, which was so cool to be able to contribute to the farm. I loved working in… read more

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07.06.2021

Vom Workawayer (Jacob) für Host

I stayed with Sue and Bri for 3 weeks in May, and I had an excellent time! Cool people, interesting work, and a fascinating environment. My favorite parts were backpacking around beautiful places which were so different from anything I’m used to, and also getting to try such a variety of local fruits.

People: Sue and Bri are both very kind,… read more knowledgeable and considerate. I did most of my daily garden work with Bri, since Sue was very busy with her skin care business. They are both very experienced caring for the land. I also met Camile (younger daughter), two friendly dogs, and an adorable kitten. They are also about to get chickens, which sounds fun. And another volunteer/family friend joined partway through.

Place: The property is on the West side of the Big Island, up the hill a bit. There are garden beds, permaculture trees, and a relatively unmaintained jungle area. Sue and Dominique have their houses, plus there’s a building with the lab, outdoor kitchen, and Bri’s room. I stayed in a fancy tent, and there’s also a big crafts tent. Building more structures will likely be a future project. An outhouse with a flush toilet, a shower with hot water, electricity, internet, gas stove and toaster oven, cooking equipment. I was there during a particularly rainy period, but my tent stayed dry, and I also hung out in the kitchen (covered). It’s pretty close to two small towns (Kealakekua and Captain Cook).

Work: There’s always plenty to do. Weeding, mulching, planting, mowing, clearing around the fence, harvesting, processing food, applying natural fertilizers, trimming back overgrown areas, moving wood, preparing the chicken coop. Be prepared to get a bit dirty and sweaty. I mostly worked under Bri’s direction. She was great about explaining how things work, why they’re done a certain way, and checking what I was most interested in doing.

Adventure: There’s a great hiking trail down to the ocean which is really close by. Very fun snorkeling. Sometimes dolphins too. I prefer hiking around, so I’m not so aware of what there is to do in town. Sue and Bri usually offered a ride when they drove somewhere. And sometimes there was a spare car I could use. There are some great beaches and historic parks nearby and up the West coast. The bus system isn’t fantastic, but it can work with some planning. I was able to trip over to Volcano national park, Papakolea (green sand beach), up to Waipio valley (beautiful) and Pololu valley. Hitchhiking also helped a lot.

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02.11.2019

Vom Workawayer (Romain & Nadya) für Host

We stayed approximately 3 weeks in Sue's place, sharing dinner with her and her daughters. They were all really welcoming with us. They live in a beautiful natural place surrounded by fruits and veggies. It was an amazing experience. Sue has been really flexible on the tasks, schedule and made everything to make us feel comfortable. Thanks a lot… read more

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01.11.2019

Vom Host für Workawayer (Romain & Nadya)

Nadya and Romain were very pleasant to be around and were very skilled at doing the tasks at hand. They are very hard workers and I truly appreciated all their help. I wish them luck and success throughout their travels. Aloha

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23.03.2019

Vom Host für Workawayer (Verena & Georg)

It was so wonderful to have you both on our farm and contribute so much good energy to our families and the land. Your hard work was very much appreciated and your smiles are greatly missed. There was never one complaint and you were always so eager to help. Verena your joy and excitement for working on the land was an inspiration and George your… read more

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22.03.2019

Vom Workawayer (Verena & Georg) für Host

Oooooh how lucky we were to get this workaway-spot on the Big beautiful Island of Hawai'i! Our stay was plain wonderful, from the second Sue picked us up from the airport to the moment we sadly left the island. The property is wonderful - full of fruit trees we hadn't seen before and were yet to learn about, plenty of starfruit and Avocado trees,… read more

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10.11.2018

Vom Workawayer (Andrea ) für Host

I spent one week alone and two weeks together with my boyfriend at this workaway place and it was AWESOME! Sue and the kids are great and they tried to make our stay as comfortable as possible.
Although Sue always had a lot to do, she took time to show me nice beaches and restaurants (so that I have known good spots to visit them later with my… read more

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