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Welcome to Our Home in Baldonnel, BC
We are a family of three living on a ¼ section of land in Baldonnel, a small rural community just 12 minutes from Fort St. John, British Columbia. Our place is a combination of country living, nature, and meaningful work—and we’d love to share it with Workawayers who are eager to learn, help, and experience life in northern BC.
Life here is busy, but very varied, and rewarding. We love to garden and spend lots of time caring for our large greenhouse, our garden and our pets. Our farm also includes chickens and rabbits, and we often see wildlife like deer wandering through—sometimes right out our living room window. Horses are also a part of our lives, and there are always projects to keep things interesting outdoors.
Education is also a huge role in our family. We operate an independent school in the community, and all three of us are passionate educators in different fields. Whether it’s sharing knowledge, exchanging ideas, or just good conversation, we enjoy connecting with others who value learning and growth.
If you enjoy rural life, hands-on projects, gardening, animals, and meaningful conversations, our home might be a great fit for you. We look forward to meeting Workawayers who want to be a part of our family, contribute to daily life, and share in our home.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
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
In exchange for your help, we’re happy to share the beauty and opportunities of northern BC with you. Depending on the season and your interests, you may enjoy:
• Horseback riding and helping with horses
• Camping and kayaking
• Hiking and mica hunting
• Cultural events, barn dances, and local gatherings
• Playing Dungeons & Dragons or board games with us
• Site-seeing and exploring the surrounding area
• Opportunities to be involved in our project-based learning school
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We’re looking for Workawayers who are willing to pitch in with a variety of tasks, including:
• Cooking meals and meal prep
• Household cleaning
• Yard and property tasks
• Gardening, greenhouse care, and preserving food
• Assisting with animal care (chickens, rabbits, horses)
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Workawayers will stay in a cozy two-bedroom log cabin about 400 feet from our main house. The cabin is simple and comfortable, offering a quiet retreat after a day of work and activity.
Workawayers will be responsible for their own breakfast and lunch, but dinners will be shared with our family. We’re happy to purchase or supply food according to Workawayers preferences whenever possible.
It is important to note that the cabin is a no smoking, no drugs, and no pets space.
What else ...
• We have a school right in our yard, so things are lively and busy from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
• Fort St. John is just a 12–15 minute drive away. It’s a small city with coffee shops, a strong theatre community, farmer’s markets, and frequent community events.
• The surrounding area offers endless outdoor opportunities, from hiking and kayaking to camping and exploring the northern wilderness.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Internet is available in the main house and the school but not the cabin; however, the main building and the school are just across the yard.
Space for parking camper vans
Electrical hookup, sewer dump, water availability
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
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