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    We are a fun, chill, active couple. Our Son Bodhi (18) Just graduated and moved out. We are looking for 1 independent or 2 people to come and stay on our acreage and help with the garden, clearing land, fire wood prep, carpentry projects as well. We have8 chickens 1 dog and 1 cat. Time commitment is usually 3 hours a day if you more or less cook for yourself. (your own kitchen supplied) or 4 hours if you eat with us. We do often share meals either way. We always love helping our workawayer's figure out their next step in Adventure! We live 6kms from the little city centre of Courtenay on 17 acres of mostly forested land. There is access to bikes, paddle boards, bonfires, adventures, and good people to hang out with if interested. At this point you would have your own Airstream trailer and outdoor kitchen, shower, and outhouse. The space is beautiful and we expect it to be taken care of with love. We also have 5 acres and three houses on Nootka Island that we boat out to and can use help there clearing land carpentry projects etc. Cheers

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We are a very active family and we own a sports store in town and have access to many fun activities and adventures, we are 20 minutes from Mount Washington alpine resort and 10 mins to the ocean and minutes from rivers. We love to travel when we aren't homesteading!

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

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

  • Help

    Help

    Tasks would include, weeding, watering, harvesting and planting in the garden. We have 2 goats, a dog and a cat so help with them would be great too! Clearing land, Bucking, chopping and stacking fire wood. Building projects if skilled to do so. We also love having fun, and going to the beach for bbq's after a good days work, or biking down to the river for a dip mid day to cool off! Four hours of help a day is expected and food from the garden and some meals are shared, or we can do all the cooking too. (Access to grocery stores is easy for ease with dietary restrictions and meal timing... This is negotiable)

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Fluent
    French: Fluent
    Portuguese: Beginner

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We have a clean and adorable very cozy, Airstream trailer with a Queen and a single bed with comfy sheets pillows and a feather duvet. A outside shower and composting toilet is used. A fridge, freezer oven and stove on the deck is also available. The trailer is close to the garden in a private part of the woods on our property. We alternatively have a bedroom in our home.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We live a very healthy lifestyle with clean surroundings and kind hearts, we would expect the same in return for anyone staying with us. We love going on paddle board, running, mountain biking, river tubing, canoeing, hiking, camping adventures that we would encourage our guests to come on too.

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    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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The image depicts two women standing in a garden, each holding a bowl of produce, with a wheelbarrow filled with vegetables in front of them.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a selfie in a wooded area, with the woman on the left, the boy in the middle, and the man on the right.
A woman relaxes in a metal tub on a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants, in a serene outdoor setting.
The image features a bouquet of flowers with a sign reading \"Grateful\" in the background, set against a rustic wooden backdrop.
The image shows a family of three posing for a selfie, wearing hats and standing in front of a wall with various decorations and signs.
The image depicts a charming A-frame cabin nestled among tall trees, featuring a spacious deck and a lush yard with a trampoline and other outdoor recreational equipment.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting with hammocks and wicker chairs suspended from trees, surrounded by lush greenery and a tranquil pond in the background.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a selfie, with the father, mother, and child donning sunglasses and baseball caps, set against a bright and sunny background.
The image depicts a woman in a pink baseball cap kissing a watermelon with a face drawn on it, set against a wooded backdrop.
The image depicts a serene garden scene, featuring raised beds, a greenhouse, and a camper, set against a backdrop of trees and a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a rooster standing in a home, with a patio visible through a sliding glass door in the background. The rooster is black with a red comb.
The image depicts a small, weathered wooden shed nestled among trees, with a rustic door and a blue sky visible in the background.
The image depicts a serene pond scene, featuring a large tree with a sprawling canopy, surrounded by lush greenery and a few houses in the background.
The image depicts a green wheelbarrow filled with an assortment of fresh produce, including apples, pears, tomatoes, beans, spinach, and kale.

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