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Don. I have a farm situated near national parks and beaches. Close to white water rafting, jet boating, fishing, seal colonies etc . I enjoy fishing and sailing. Gay friendly environment . The farm is run as non profit and is self sufficient in its power being solar electric as well as the hot water vacuum tubes. I can teach you about solar systems as well as organic principals of farming sustainably . I planted a lot of trees 40 years ago that I harvest for timber and firewood . Most of the work I would like help with is in the extensive orchard areas and firewood . There are also tracks to maintain one of which is the historic miners track that leads to a man made dam at the rear of the property , this track is used by cavers and school groups .
The farm boarders the Paparoa National park and is only minutes walk to beaches and a short way to the fantastic Nile Valley caves . Some really nice walks around the area. If you agree to arrive on a certain day please let me know if you cannot make it . Or if you changed plans as I would normally get provisions in for you . The farm supports the struggle of the Palestinian's and we are unlikely to approve any zionists on the property . The farm is very close to Charleston on the Coastal highway 6. not as shown on the map on this site .
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Technology
LGBTQ
Sustainability
Pets
Culture
Self development
Movies & TV
Farming
Plant care
History
Photography
Gardening
Architecture
Nature
Camping
Sailing / Boating
Beach
Outdoor activities
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
A different off the grid lifestyle . All solar here . , Extensive gardens where you can learn about organics and sustainable way of life . I enjoy hearing of your lifestyle in your country , You can learn how solar setup works and how to get the best from it
Help
There is a lot of development to be done here so if you would like to help and share time with us you are welcome. Help with pruning trees and general farm help. Also maintenance on buildings etc . It is great to have a spell from cooking so if you can cook thats a bonus . The farm is not a commercial operation and is run as non profit I have had major heart and lung surgery so cannot do a lot around the property that involves lifting etc but I like to work alongside helpers here . I look forward to meeting traveler's from all walks of life
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
I used to teach English in Asia for a few years
Accommodation
Spare rooms and sleep out
What else ...
The farm boarders the Paparoa National park , Lovely walks and great beaches only a few minutes away . The farm is 80% native bush
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
I have a spare room for traveler's and we cook evening meals together .
Space for parking camper vans
There is ample parking for cars and camper vans
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Syd
2 x boarder collies
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Thanks
While we were there, we extended his carport and built a chicken pin, split wood etc. and learnt lots of new things from Don.
Thank you so much for your hospitality!
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Léna and Guillaume
