Join us in our lodge and experience nature to its fullest in Quebec, Canada

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  Description

  Hi! To introduce ourselves, Ron & I, Felicitas, have worked abroad in exciting remote areas of the world for many years. We returned to our family cottage property located in Northwestern Quebec, just 25 kilometres away from the Ontario border. Over the past years, we have renovated the Lodge and its cottages, which are now being rented out on various vacation platforms.
  
  The property is remote, located on the beautiful Lac-Des-Quinzes, Guerin/QC. Each of the rental cottages is unique, with its own style, modern amenities, and vast opportunities to make family memories. Guests can order homemade meals, fresh-grown herbs and veggies, and home-baked sourdough bread and pastries, as well as freshly prepared pasta varieties and farm-fresh chicken and duck eggs. All of these items are readily available in our 'Le Petite Pantry'. The property is well-maintained, and we strive to improve when needed. Helping hands are welcome, and we offer not only comfortable accommodation and good food but also good conversation and the chance to explore the remoteness, venturing out on kayaks or on foot to experience nature to its fullest.
  
  We'd love to have some help around the property and are willing to pay for the support provided. Based on your skill set (e.g., carpenters, etc.), the hourly wage may be adjusted upward of the minimum hourly wage. We offer free accommodation and breakfast. We provide one family meal per week as part of a cultural exchange.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Language practice

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Farmstay help

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet

  House & pet sitting
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  Interests

  

  Animals

  

  Cycling

  

  Hiking

  

  Beach

  

  Culture

  

  Politics / Social justice

  

  Sustainability

  

  Pets

  

  Self development

  

  Farming

  

  Plant care

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Blogging

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Gardening

  

  Carpentry

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Dancing

  

  Camping

  

  Nature

  

  Outdoor activities
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  We’re Felicitas and Ron. We met abroad and, together, have travelled to many countries for work. Ron is originally from South Africa, and I am of German descent, born in Canada and raised both in Canada and Germany. Together, we have visited many different cultures and still today have contact with many of our friends around the globe. We both love meeting interesting people and enjoying lively discussions when we have shared meals around our big family table or gather around the fire pit, stargaze, and 'shoot the breeze'.
  
  In brief, we’re open-minded and love meeting people from all walks of life. We enjoy good company, meaningful conversations, shared meals, and moments of laughter around the table.

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  Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

  This host offers accommodation and payment.

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  Help

  We’re looking for friendly, motivated volunteers who would like to help out, whether it’s:
  -Helping with microgreens and shiitake mushroom production
  -Gardening and homestead upkeep (chickens, ducks, dogs, cats, etc)
  -Assisting with minor DIY tasks
  
  We don't expect you to be an expert; just come with a helping spirit and appreciation for nature.
  
  We'd love to have some help around the property and are willing to pay for the support provided. Based on your skill set (e.g., carpenters, plumbers, etc.), the hourly wage (minimum wage in Quebec is $16.10/hr) may be adjusted upward.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  Afrikaans: Fluent
  German: Fluent
  English: Fluent
  French: Intermediate

  This host offers a language exchange
  I learned Russian when working abroad and loved it! The sound of a language is so important, and the learning nuances of each language are so interesting to us. German is my mother tongue. Ron's mother tongue is Afrikaans and English.
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  Accommodation

  You’ll have:
  -A comfortable accommodation, clean and tidy
  -A sitting area with cozy furnishings
  -bathroom facilities with hot water
  -Fast Internet & TV (Fire Stick)
  -Free access to kayaks, canoe
  -Beach access
  
  We offer free accommodation and breakfast. We provide one family meal per week as part of a cultural exchange.

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  What else ...

  Various hiking trails in Angliers/QC, Ville-Marie/QC, and Temiskaming Shores, ON.
  Historical Museums
  Logging Museums
  Historic Mine Sites (Colbalt, ON)
  Bikes are available
  Kayaks, and canoes are available
  Accommodation is with beach access

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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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  Can host digital nomads

  We have fibre internet. Fast and reliable. Wifi can be picked up almost anywhere close to the buildings on the property.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  There is sufficient space to park a campervan and hook it up to electricity.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  Friendly animals are always welcome—our feathered friends free range, so visiting pets must adjust.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  My animals / pets

  Ducks, Guinea Fowl, Various Breeds of Chickens

  Claude

  Mabel

  Blue

  Humphrey

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