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2025 has a few unknown's for us now. We had planned on selling the ranch, but now are not so sure. We will need help with sanding and painting some outbuildings. There will be fencing and woodcutting pretty steady through the summerl. We will start on our winter wood supply in May and continue on to October if required. We usually burn about 22 cords of wood, a cord is 128 cubic feet.....so that is literally tons of firewood!
Doug and Pat live on the 140 acre Ranch in beautiful BC, Canada. We have two grown boys .... one works in Alberta, one in Vancouver and a daughter that lives on the ranch, (with her dog),.... and works nearby in 100 Mile house. Doug and Pat are both retired and busy with keeping the ranch running. It is a big property and we have lots of projects to work on, as well as take care of 4 horses and 1 cat. We have a 10 year old and a 20year old Morgan mare, and a 15 year old and 24 year old Tennessee Walker pair. Pat is a quilter and loves to spend her free time on quilting projects, Doug likes to be outside with the horses. We have been Work-a-way hosts now for 13 years and really enjoy the program. Common chores here are feeding the horses, gardening, cutting wood for winter, fixing fences, painting, cutting the grass....it never ends :) We enjoy having guests and learning about other peoples cultures and lives. We hope you will cook for us at least once while you stay! We like to play cards in the evenings, horseback ride, ski in the winter.
This will be one of our last workaway hosting years. We have had so many great experiences it will be hard to close it down.
Our participation for workaway hosting is for our family and not a commercial venture, so we do not provide a salary or hourly wage.
Sorry, we can not accommodate a vegan or vegetarian diet.
Come and joins us for month or two!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
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
We love to talk about our own travels and lives. We can share Canadian culture, we love to cook from recipes from all over the world...so we hope you like to eat!
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Here are some other areas we need help.
Fencing, house sitting, general maintenance, cutting firewood, mechanical repairs, yard chores, garden etc.
Unfortunately we are not able to accommodate smokers or people with special dietary needs.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
We have a travel RV as a summer cabin for our work-a-way guests. It is a 24' camper with self contained bathroom, shower, kitchen. Very nice and clean! In the winter months we sometimes take guests in to our home with us, or we also have an outdoor cabin that is just used for a bedroom. We have a few options and usually sort that out with you in advance.
What else ...
We are at the base of Mt Timothy ski area, cross country and downhill, snowmobiling, ATV's, horseback riding, hiking
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
Can provide power and water on site. Guest would have to go to town to dump black water.
Can possibly accept pets
in a limited way. No aggressive dogs. Must be very well behaved and owner must clean up after them
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Host ref number: 149943763454
Feedback (49)
20 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (JonaOlsen)
Jona came to us on a last minute workaway and although his profile was unusual we decided to give him a chance. Jona is open about his high functioning Autism diagnosis and it is important to be prepared for that as he may not be the same as other guests you have had. Jona learned to drive the ATV while he was here, he spent long hours on the… read more
(Good
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29 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Katrine)
Katrin joined our family for 5 weeks in June/July 24 and we had some real challenges with weather that was cool and rainy or 35c and sunny. We made the best of it and she was happy to help in all aspects of ranch life, she was mucking out horse stalls, painting fences, repairing fences, cooking, doing dishes. Katrin is a great help and was… read more
(Excellent
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28 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Katrine) for host
I had my first Workaway experience at Doug and Pat’s beautiful ranch, and I couldn’t have asked for better hosts. I spend 5 weeks at their place and despite some interesting weather, we did all kinds of stuff! Gardening, weed whacking, watering, wood splitting, family visits, rodeos and horseback riding. If you’re a nature lover and want to… read more
28 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Léann) for host
There is so much to say about this amazing experience, and I can guarantee you it is only positive.
I stayed for about a month at Doug & Pat's home and this was also my very first workaway experience. I felt completely at ease right away with them, and it truly felt like being part of the family while staying there. As someone who is pretty shy,… read more
I stayed for about a month at Doug & Pat's home and this was also my very first workaway experience. I felt completely at ease right away with them, and it truly felt like being part of the family while staying there. As someone who is pretty shy,… read more
28 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Léann)
Leann spent a month with us this past spring of '24 and we look forward to seeing her again! What a lovely young lady. Leann is an excellent house guest, loves to bake cookies...she is not afraid of hard work and is a quick learner. Leann's English is excellent and there were no communicatino problems at all. We worked on all types of projects,… read more
(Excellent
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20 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (JonaOlsen)
Jona came to us on a last minute workaway and although his profile was unusual we decided to give him a chance. Jona is open about his high functioning Autism diagnosis and it is important to be prepared for that as he may not be the same as other guests you have had. Jona learned to drive the ATV while he was here, he spent long hours on the… read more
(Good)
29 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Katrine)
Katrin joined our family for 5 weeks in June/July 24 and we had some real challenges with weather that was cool and rainy or 35c and sunny. We made the best of it and she was happy to help in all aspects of ranch life, she was mucking out horse stalls, painting fences, repairing fences, cooking, doing dishes. Katrin is a great help and was… read more
(Excellent)
28 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Katrine) for host
I had my first Workaway experience at Doug and Pat’s beautiful ranch, and I couldn’t have asked for better hosts. I spend 5 weeks at their place and despite some interesting weather, we did all kinds of stuff! Gardening, weed whacking, watering, wood splitting, family visits, rodeos and horseback riding. If you’re a nature lover and want to… read more
28 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Léann) for host
There is so much to say about this amazing experience, and I can guarantee you it is only positive.
I stayed for about a month at Doug & Pat's home and this was also my very first workaway experience. I felt completely at ease right away with them, and it truly felt like being part of the family while staying there. As someone who is pretty shy,… read more
I stayed for about a month at Doug & Pat's home and this was also my very first workaway experience. I felt completely at ease right away with them, and it truly felt like being part of the family while staying there. As someone who is pretty shy,… read more
28 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Léann)
Leann spent a month with us this past spring of '24 and we look forward to seeing her again! What a lovely young lady. Leann is an excellent house guest, loves to bake cookies...she is not afraid of hard work and is a quick learner. Leann's English is excellent and there were no communicatino problems at all. We worked on all types of projects,… read more
(Excellent)
23 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Kitana) for host
My stay with Doug, Pat and Vanessa was my very first workaway experience and it was just amazing! They are such a wholesome family and make you immediately feel at home. The work I’ve been doing was mostly painting which matched my background perfectly. Parker is a super friendly dog and just loves to be around you. After the work was done we… read more
22 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Kitana)
Kitana.. or “Kit” … for us lazy people! We were Kits first workaway and she was absolutely fantastic. Kit is a very hard worker and an excellent house guest, she was willing to pitch in without any prompting and can be left alone to do a job, and it will be well done. We enjoyed horseback riding, she is one of the most accomplished horse women we… read more
(Excellent)
9 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Imogen & Nico ) for host
Spent roughly two weeks with Doug and Pat out on their cute little ranch. I was met with love and felt very welcomed from day dot. After being in Whistler for some time I decided to branch out and do something a little different. I come from property back home and understand how hard it can be to run a big place like this and the hard work that… read more
13 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Aoife ) for host
My experience with Doug, Pat, Duke, Parker and my beloved Touey is impossible to outline as words cannot do justice to my experience here. I became so immersed the day I stepped foot on the ranch with the local events, people, food and culture, Doug and Pat making sure I attended local rodeos and festivals. I learned a huge amount about horses,… read more
1 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Aoife )
Aoife came to us for the month of August 2022 and she was an absolute joy to have in the house. We normally have workaway guests stay in alternate accommodations,but circumstances dictated that Aoife stay in the main house. She was a perfect house guest, clean, respectful, independent, helpful. We would have her back in a heartbeat. Aiofe spent… read more
(Excellent)
1 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandre)
Alex was the most energetic workaway we have every had! He is very hard working and focused on getting the job done. Alex spent the whole month helping with our winter firewood, so he helped cut wood with the chainsaw, loaded it in the ATV trailer, towed it to the pile, split it and stacked it...we did about 16 cords in a month in +30c. Alex will… read more
(Excellent)
1 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Alexandre) for host
Just one word: Perfect.
My stay here on the ranch was perfect. The food, the horse riding trips across the forest and of course the kindness of Doug and its family made the experience very appreciable.
BC is absolutely amazing with its montains and forests. I really enjoyed the « Cow-boy » lifestyle here.
Thank you, Doug and Pat !
My stay here on the ranch was perfect. The food, the horse riding trips across the forest and of course the kindness of Doug and its family made the experience very appreciable.
BC is absolutely amazing with its montains and forests. I really enjoyed the « Cow-boy » lifestyle here.
Thank you, Doug and Pat !
16 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Kirsten)
Kirsten came to us as a new workaway and adjusted to ranch life with ease. She was a big help to Pat putting in the garden, we introduced her to country music...lol... Kirsten learned to run the Weed eater/whipper snipper....helped with some fencing, picked rocks, whatever she was asked to help with. She is a great, respectful and helpful house… read more
(Excellent)
16 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Kirsten) for host
This was my first workaway experience and I didn't know what to expect. As soon as I arrived, Doug and Pat welcomed me as a member of the family.
I couldnt wish for a better place to stay. There is plenty to do on the ranch. The work depends on the season. I was mostly working with Pat in the garden to make the garden ready for spring/summer.… read more
I couldnt wish for a better place to stay. There is plenty to do on the ranch. The work depends on the season. I was mostly working with Pat in the garden to make the garden ready for spring/summer.… read more
12 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Vojtěch) for host
I spent 3 weeks at the ranch at the end of September and I really enjoyed my stay! Dough warned me beforehand that we'll be doing a lot of firewood splitting and stacking, but in the end, I did it for probably only 5 days out of my 3-week stay. Other work we did was removing carpets on the boat, some roofing, putting in new fencing posts and… read more
5 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Vojtěch)
Vojta came to us as a last minute workaway and I had warned him up front that we would be cutting and stacking firewood most of the time....he came anyway! He was a huge help in getting me caught up and ready for winter. We also did some fencing, boat repairs, yard cleanup...the usual fall list of chores. He was a big help. We managed to introduce… read more
(Excellent)
12 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Behram) for host
I stayed at Doug and Pat's place for three weeks in July and had a fantastic experience overall! Both my girlfriend and I are fond of the outdoors but had never done anything like this before. I would highly recommend this experience for everyone ranging from first timers to experienced outdoors people. Doug, Pat and their daughter Vanessa are… read more
11 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Lena) for host
This was my first workaway experinece and I would do it again every time.
Doug and Pat are amazing hosts and I enjoyed to stay at the ranch. I stayed in a camper, who is 100m away from their house, but I had everything what I need there. There is no service in the camper area, but it is good to focus on other things and read a good book. I worked… read more
Doug and Pat are amazing hosts and I enjoyed to stay at the ranch. I stayed in a camper, who is 100m away from their house, but I had everything what I need there. There is no service in the camper area, but it is good to focus on other things and read a good book. I worked… read more
26 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Guillaume) for host
Doug and pat have been great hosts. Their generosity and kindness are the words that best describe them. I was able to work outdoors in contact with animals and wood, in a wonderful environment. Horse back riding, wakeboarding and great meals were definitively the "top of the cream".
If you want to learn more about Canadian culture, immerse… read more
If you want to learn more about Canadian culture, immerse… read more
21 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Guillaume)
Gauillaume came to us during the Covid crisis and he was excellent. We came to call him "G" as we couldn't quite get his name right! lol. G is enthusiastic, hard working and real joy to have around. We introduced him to the Chainsaw and he spent most of his time here cutting firewood and splitting and stacking. We also spent time with horseback… read more
(Excellent)
3 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Céline & Carola)
We had Carola and Celine for a month in September and they were excellent. We were in wood cutting season so they moved about 18 cords of wood for me and stacked it in the wood shed. Celine is a fine horsewoman and did really well on our horses. Carola did not have much experience on horses but she learned quickly and was catching, grooming,… read more
(Excellent)
2 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Deborah)
Deb arrive to our home in the middle of big Anniversary celebration and jumped right in to help. She is an extrememly hard worker and will keep her living space spotless, and yours to if you want! Deb is willing to take on new tasks and can out work just about anyone half her age. She and my wife had a special bond and she really fit in to our… read more
(Excellent)
1 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Deborah) for host
This was my first Workaway experience and it was absolutely fantastic. Doug and Pat are the most wonderful, kind and generous people who live on the most incredible ranch I can only describe as paradise. It was just how I imagined Canada to be, lush and green surrounded by undulating hills covered in fir and spruce trees.
I spent 4 amazing weeks… read more
I spent 4 amazing weeks… read more
12 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jane ) for host
I had the pleasure of visiting Doug and Pat’s ranch during the summer. It was a truely amazing experience. From the moment Doug and Pat collected me from the airport I felt comfortable and welcomed.
The property is so beautiful, and all of the pets and animals on the farm are gorgeous!
My days on the ranch were varied, and I was kept busy with… read more
The property is so beautiful, and all of the pets and animals on the farm are gorgeous!
My days on the ranch were varied, and I was kept busy with… read more
10 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jane )
Janey spent all of July and the first week of August with us and she was fantastic. We had some challenging weather the first little bit, but she just put on a jacket and got to work. We did a good deal of natural horsemanship while she was here and she did a great job working with my newly broke 4 year old mare. Janey is a good horsewoman and… read more
(Excellent)
11 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Tracey)
Trace stayed with us for a month in May/June and is a very hard worker. She is the kind of person that says, ya..I'll be right in as soon as I'm done. We did some fencing and gardening. Trace is very attentive and you just have to mention something once and she is on it and it is done. We played cards in the evening and she was a willing victim...… read more
(Excellent)
20 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Tracey) for host
This was my first Workaway experience and it was fantastic. Pat and Doug were really lovely, generous, and helpful hosts. I loved Duke the super happy cattle dog who wagged his whole body when he got excited. The food was amazing as Doug and Pat compete to see who can cook the best meal. Special mention to Doug's bread, ginger beef and turkey pot… read more
15 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Luca) for host
Doug and Pat were my first workaway experience and I had an awesome time. I stayed one month at their ranch, learning so many things about animals, cutting wood or the ranch life in general. Many things had to be explained to me, but both of them were very patient with explaining how everything works. I stayed in one of the three cabins on the… read more
31 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Luca)
Luca stayed with us for one month in October in Canada. We spent some time cutting wood, gardening and doing chores around the ranch. Luca is very reliable and easy to train on new jobs. I had him running the chainsaw and driving an ATV. We played, cards and dominos in the evenings and had a good visit. Good luck in your travels Luca! Might see… read more
(Excellent)
23 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Maike) for host
I stayed with Doug and Pat for almost 3 months and had a great time! They are amazing people, super friendly and funny and in the end it felt like they were my Canadien family. We did a lot of fencing and cutting wood on the sawmill, which is hard work but it's great to see the results of all your work in the end. I had the chance to learn many… read more
9 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Maike)
Maike stayed with us for almost 3 months, she came for two and stayed a little longer...that should tell you everything you need to know. Maike is an excellent guest, really the best. She is helpful in all aspects of shared living, is quiet and respectful, loves to laugh and have fun. We worked really hard while she was here as I had a big fencing… read more
(Excellent)
14 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Eric & Henry) for host
Had a really nice time in the wilderness of Canada with super nice house owners. For the first time we were allowed to sit and ride a horse and besides that we were allowed to shoot real men guns for the first time in our lives and many more great experiences we had in the time. For those who loves to work whit animals and also have no problem to… read more
11 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Eric & Henry)
We were Eric and Henry's first Workaway experience and they were excellent guests. They stayed with us for 3 weeks and cut loads of firewood, both are handy with the chainsaw. They have great skills and will be a great help to anyone that needs some skilled hands around the ranch/house. They stayed in our guest house and house sat our main house… read more
(Excellent)
30 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Maud) for host
Even though this was my first workaway, I find it hard to imagine I'll ever find better hosts than Doug and Pat. The location is amazing, all the animals are fantastic and I could never have guessed it would be so hard to leave. The work only added to the experience and I'm happy I learned so much about training horses, fencing, gardening, cooking… read more
26 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Maud)
We were Maud's first workaway experience and she totally gets the program. She is honest about being a city girl, but she is totally eager to take on new tasks and learns very quickly. We spent time fencing, she helped me on the sawmill, she is a very nice horseback rider and we worked together on some natural horsemanship with our 3 year old.… read more
(Excellent)
30 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Holly & Vince) for host
Staying with Doug and Pat was our first workaway experience and we believe it will be hard to top! We had such a fantastic time and they treated us like family. We both enjoyed caring for the animals and learning new skills. Living accommodations were very clean, warm and comfortable. We were entertained throughout our stay whether it be playing… read more
24 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Holly & Vince)
We were Holly and Vince (George) 's first workaway experience and they totally get the program. They really enjoyed all the animals and we even got Vince in to horseback riding! Now they have to go home and buy horses! We had them on a variety of jobs but most of the time was spent with Vince on the chainsaw and Holly on the power wood splitter.… read more
(Excellent)
20 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Faline & Michael)
Faline stayed with us a couple of years ago and is very quiet, helpful and respectful in your home. She is eager to help with chores and will a benefit to whatever project you are working on. We introduced her to the workaway program and she is now using it to pursue her travel dreams. Faline is a family friend and we would let her stay with us… read more
(Excellent)
15 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Christina) for host
The stay at Dougs and Pats Ranch was my first workaway experience, I stayed for six weeks and would love to come again! Doug and Pat are the most welcoming and open minded people I have ever met in my life! Since the first evening I arrived at their ranch, I felt so well! We have played cards or board games together, we did trail rides with the… read more
9 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Christina)
We were Christina's first workaway stay and I can honestly say that she was fantastic. She takes on every job with enthusiasm and does not like to stop until the job is done. Christina is a very hard working volunteer and a pleasure to have in your home. We do not normally have guests stay in our home with us, but circumstances this time meant… read more
(Excellent)
9 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Jose maria)
Jose was a great guest at our ranch. He is a hard working volunteer and good horseman. Jose spent most of his time on the chainsaw cutting firewood, but also helped with fencing, yard maintenance, building a woodshed....I trained him to be an excellent rat trapper! We played cards in the evenings and even though we had trouble with communicating,… read more
(Very good)
6 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Katrin) for host
My stay at Pat's and Doug's place was my first Workaway experience and it couldn't have been any better than that!
I had a wonderful time on their ranch, helping with a variety of tasks, taking care of the animals and enjoying being outdoors in a beautiful location.
I felt like a part of their family, getting to know their friends, playing cards… read more
I had a wonderful time on their ranch, helping with a variety of tasks, taking care of the animals and enjoying being outdoors in a beautiful location.
I felt like a part of their family, getting to know their friends, playing cards… read more
6 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Katrin)
Katrin is an amazing young woman. We enjoyed her company for 1 month in August of 2017 and she is a hard worker, smart as a whip and very diligent and meticulous about her work . We played cards, she learns far to fast, .....although she only won at Carcassonne because the Dragon killed Doug! Katrin is great with the animals and helped us with our… read more
(Excellent)
2 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Marthe)
Marthe came and stayed with us in the middle of our Canadian Winter. She came to house sit for us while we got away for a vacation. Marthe is very responsible and did a great job of managing our animals and household chores. We would love to have her back for a longer stay when we can be here to spend more time with her. The time we did spend with… read more
(Excellent)
20 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Marthe) for host
I stayed at Doug and Pat's place for a month. It was a very nice experience. Doug and Pat are very friendly people who are always up for a laugh. They really try to make you feel at home and include you in the family. They have a beautiful property with lot's of animals and there's always plenty to do like chopping wood, riding the snowmobile,… read more
2 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Sebastian)
Sebastian came to as a bit of a last minute guest and are we ever glad we decided to host him. Sebastian is funny and smart and knows how to put in a good days work. He spent most of his two weeks with us cutting firewood, he learned to run and service the chainsaw, drive the ATV, run a log splitter, he helped with some fencing repairs and was… read more
(Excellent)
2 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Sebastian) for host
Pat and Doug are two amazing people and I am really grateful that I had the experience of workaway on their lovely ranch. I felt as a member of the family from the first day and was sooo happy/surprised how they managed to keep me full with delicious food ;D. It was an exiting experience including chainsaws, ATV´s, Shotguns, horseback riding and… read more
9 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
Pat and Doug are amazing hosts! I stayed at their beautiful ranch for four weeks and enjoyed every minute. This is how I imagined living in Canada. I spent a lot of time outside on the property with Doug working with the horses, taking care of the goats and chickens, helping to fix fences, cutting wood etc.
I felt very honoured that Pat and… read more
I felt very honoured that Pat and… read more
3 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)
Laura was exactly what we were hoping for! She is confidant, mature and hard working. Laura spent 10 days with us and then we went on a holiday for 2 weeks and left her in charge of all our animals and our ranch. She did a great job and also excercised one of our horses every day. She is a great cook and we enjoyed many meals together, shared some… read more
(Excellent)
4 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Lukas)
Lukas was an excellent guest. He was very independent, hard working and polite. I had Lukas do some woodworking projects for me and he is gaining some great woodworking skills. He cut up a number of big trees for me and did a great job of cleaning up, splitting wood, piling. He helped out with any and all chores around the house, feeding goats,… read more
(Excellent)
4 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Lukas) for host
Doug and Pat are amazing hosts. I really enjoyed my stay in this beautifull countryside (right in the woods next to a lake). I just stayed two weaks, but done some awesome projects during thist time. The food was delicious, the animals lovely and the hosts friendly. All in all I had an awesome time.
Thank you for everything (espacially bringing… read more
Thank you for everything (espacially bringing… read more
21 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Chiara)
Chiara came for a month and stayed 6 weeks. She was an absolute joy to have in the house and we loved hosting her. The girl can cook! Doug learned how to make home made Pasta, Panzerotti... we ate well! She was very helpful with all the chores, loved working with the animals and was a quick learner with the horses. We played endless card… read more
(Excellent)
17 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Chiara) for host
Hello everyone! I just left here after a month there and I truly couldn't have asked for a better Canadian host! Doug and Pat are lovely, smart, laid back people and great fun to be with, what more could you ask for? oh, and they are also great cooks! Their ranch and animals are simply amazing and I had a great time helping them out with different… read more
8 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Josie) for host
This was my first workaway experience, and I could not have asked for better hosts! Doug and Pat are very welcoming, (as well as being exceptional cooks!) and make you feel like part of the family. The work here was varied and interesting, and we had many fun evenings playing cards. I had a wonderful time here, and would highly recommend staying!
15 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Josie)
Wow, what a great young lady. Josie we really enjoyed having you and would welcome you back any time. Josie is a hard worker, very quiet, is too good a cards :), and a fine horsewoman. Josie did a variety of jobs for us including ranch sitting while we went on a short holiday, fence repairs, gardening, feeding animals, splitting wood, chipping… read more
(Excellent)
6 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Franziska ) for host
If I could give Doug and Pat more than 4 stars I would do it! I stayed 6 weeks at their farm and it was an amazing time. The work wasn't hard at all, it was more like having fun and doing some work together, Doug won't work anyone too hard. If you like having fun, enjoying amazing meals, playing cards, laughing together, being surrounded by great… read more
3 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Franziska )
Franzi stayed with us for around six weeks during the winter months. She helped renovate a bathroom, build some shelves, took care of animals.... And was generally a great young lady and guest. She is lots of , polite and respectful. We are looking forward to visiting you in Germany Franzi. Workaway hosts shouldn't hesitate to take her on.
(Excellent)
23 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Franz & Patricia) for host
As they said we have been on their ranch for 5 weeks. It was a really awesome stay! We had so much fun with Doug and Pat. They are so nice and welcoming. We always had a good time in their incredible home, with the Hottub and the beautiful nature around the property. We recommend this Ranch as a workaway expirience to everyone who likes to have a… read more
17 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Franz & Patricia)
Franz and Patricia stayed with us for the month of October 2015, and part of November. We both had a recent poor workaway experience and this stay helped us both to embrace the program. They took charge of our animals and did a great job of feeding and cleaning pens. They were also here for butchering season and helped out with that. They are… read more
(Excellent)
21 Aug 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Arnaud)
Arnaud stayed with us for around 3 weeks and did a varietly of jobs. He cut wood, handled goats and chickens, fed the dog, helped with chores. Arnaud was always ready to help and made sure to help clean up with supper and living chores. He made us a fantastic spaghetti dish..can't remember what is was called..but it was really different and good!… read more
(Excellent)
9 Aug 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandra)
We were so blessed to have Alex with us for a month, it wasn't really long enough. Alex did a variety of jobs for us, she was in charge of feeding the chickens, cleaning the coop, feeding and watering goats...catching them for haltering! Alex is an excellent painter and even did a beautiful job of painting some bats on our bat house. We have Alex… read more
(Excellent)
4 Aug 2015
Left by Workawayer (Alexandra) for host
This was one of the best time of my life !
The days passed by too fast. The work was always different and I had a lot of fun. For example with the mower, working in the garden, painting, helping with all the nice animals and helping in the kitchen. While I was there, new chickens arrived. They were so cute and fluffy!
We had never time to get… read more
The days passed by too fast. The work was always different and I had a lot of fun. For example with the mower, working in the garden, painting, helping with all the nice animals and helping in the kitchen. While I was there, new chickens arrived. They were so cute and fluffy!
We had never time to get… read more
7 Jul 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Kelly & Florian)
Kelly and Florian came for 4 weeks and stayed for 6! We had them cutting wood on the first day, hauling, splitting, helping with new chickens, catching goats and that was just the fun stuff! ha ha. We had a great visit with this beautiful young couple from Belgium, we hope to visit them some day soon in their home country! I would easily recommend… read more
(Excellent)
4 Jul 2015
Left by Workawayer (Kelly & Florian) for host
We stayed for 6 weeks with Doug and Pat but wanted to stay forever. Unfortunately we had to go but rest assured, we will be back! During our time here, we worked in the garden, painted the chicken coop, spliced wood and did so much more. We've learned more skills in these past few weeks than we can count. Catching goats is now our specialty :)… read more
21 May 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Zuzana & Ben)
We only had the privledge of spending two weeks with Zuszka and Ben, but it was a great time. They did a variety of jobs for us and never balked at anything, we had them doing some chainsaw, yard cleanup, minding chickens etc. We spent some time getting them interested in horseback riding and I think they are hooked! What a great couple, we hope… read more
(Excellent)
20 May 2015
Left by Workawayer (Zuzana & Ben) for host
Doug and Pat were truly amazing we could not hope for better hosts. They are kind, generous and great fun to spend time with, as well as being fantastic cooks.
Our daily routine was 9-3 with an hour for lunch. Tasks included gardening, clearing trees, chopping wood and animal care around their beautiful property. We found each job enjoyable and… read more
Our daily routine was 9-3 with an hour for lunch. Tasks included gardening, clearing trees, chopping wood and animal care around their beautiful property. We found each job enjoyable and… read more
16 Mar 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Joseph)
Joseph was with us for just over a month and was a great addtion to our home for that time. He came on short notice and agreed to help take care of our home and animals while we travelled on a holiday. My uncle and aunt were caretaking, but we wanted them to have some help....Joseph made it all very easy and helped out where ever he asked. Joseph… read more
(Excellent)
15 Mar 2015
Left by Workawayer (Joseph) for host
In a word my experience here was: Magical. I was at the ranch for only a month however the time went by so quickly. the location is beautiful and the company is perfect too. The animals add a fun dynamic to it too, I miss them already. Hope you enjoy the rest of your time on the farm :)
31 Dec 2014
Left by Workawayer (Lucy & Patrick) for host
My month at this ranch was very pleasant and everything I hoped for. The work I undertook ranged from splitting and hauling firewood, servicing chainsaws, looking after animals, helping out with projects around the ranch, stoking the boiler, cleaning and some cooking. Doug, the owner, always respected the 5 hours work a day, as well as letting me… read more
31 Dec 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucy & Patrick)
We never had the pleasure of meeting Lucy, but Patrick spent a few weeks with us just before Christmas this year. Patrick was bright, enthusiastic and a big help. My dad passed away while he was here and he was a great help with handling all the company and family that showed up for the funeral. Thank you so much Patrick for your sincere help and… read more
(Excellent)
21 Nov 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Zac)
Zac came for three weeks and stayed for six! He is a hard worker and is willing to take on any task. He cut loads of firewood, helped with some construction jobs, cooked, rode horses, and we enjoyed playing board games and pool. Good luck in your travels Zac....hope to visit you in New Zealand some day!
(Excellent)
21 Nov 2014
Left by Workawayer (Zac) for host
The fantastic reviews show how great this workaway stop is. I spent one and a half months with this family. Doug, Pat and Jack are all fantastic company. The horses and dogs, ATV's, Ski-mobiles and fantastic ranch land all add to an awesome experience.
13 Nov 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Jay & Kiri)
Jay and Kiri were wonderful guests. They are a dynamic team in the kitchen and will make you some incredible meals....and desserts too! They spent most days cutting wood, but were happy to help out with whatever chores came along. We became fast friends and look forward to seeing them again anytime. Good luck in your travels, always a space here… read more
(Excellent)
12 Nov 2014
Left by Workawayer (Jay & Kiri) for host
We only have good things to stay about a fantastic 3 week stay here! From the moment we arrived, Doug, Pat and Jack made us feel incredibly welcome and at ease. They are natural and considerate hosts, and their friendly and familial approach ensured we had a really great stay.
The cabins/chalets are well equipped and toasty warm once you get the… read more
The cabins/chalets are well equipped and toasty warm once you get the… read more
4 Sep 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Francesco)
Francesco spent 4 weeks with us and was a great help. He is an engineer so has great problem solving skills and can be left on a job to work independently. Francesco used many tools, chainsaw and also learned to drive my wheel loader! Francesco is an excellent cook, and he doesn't make a big deal out of it....but make sure he cooks for you! We… read more
(Excellent)
3 Sep 2014
Left by Workawayer (Francesco) for host
This was my very first workaway experience and it has been great even though it lasted only 4 weeks in August 2014.
The weather was better than in Italy, shiny almost everyday with temperatures never above 28 °C.
The family was great... I experienced real farm maintenance with Dough, he has every possible tool you can ever imagine so that you… read more
The weather was better than in Italy, shiny almost everyday with temperatures never above 28 °C.
The family was great... I experienced real farm maintenance with Dough, he has every possible tool you can ever imagine so that you… read more
25 Aug 2014
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
I spent two wonderful weeks on this Ranch. I enjoyed everyday and I had lots of fun. Work was good and I liked that Doug worked most of the time with us. Food was very delicious and the board games we played in the evening were quite entertaining. There are really nice lakes in the area and I enjoyed horseback riding!
Pat, Doug, Vanessa and Jack… read more
Pat, Doug, Vanessa and Jack… read more
20 Aug 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)
Laura spent two weeks with us and was loads of fun. Laura's English is excellent and she was always ready to help. Laura helped in the garden, did some trench digging, housework, cooked and we enjoyed laughing and playing board games. Good luck at school Laura.
(Excellent)
1 Aug 2014
Left by Workawayer (Shelly & Jimmie) for host
This was our first workaway experience and we couldn't have asked for a better place to start. They are lovely, genuine and funny people who we really enjoyed getting to know throughout our 3 week stay. The log cabin for the workawayers was private and peaceful, a little rustic but has everything you need for a comfortable stay. We did a variety… read more
29 Jul 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Shelly & Jimmie)
Shelly and Jimmy stayed with us for 3 very busy weeks this July and we were happy to have them. My dad got very sick right around the time they joined us so they were a great help to handle all the company and keep the garden watered and growing, dogs fed, horses watered etc. We had fun playing board games, horseback riding and swimming. Safe… read more
(Excellent)
13 Jun 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Graham)
Graham (Sparky)....is a very talented guy. He was great to work independently or as a team. Sparky built my dad a dog kennel, my wife a potting bench ...and used the chainsaw. He is always up for an adventure.
(Excellent)
12 Jun 2014
Left by Workawayer (Graham) for host
Doug,Pat and Jack are just wonderful people
I have total respect to them they made my stay
Just perfect. The area is just outstanding I truly mean it
I really loved being there I didn't want to go back home.
Really enjoyed the wilderness horse back riding. The dogs
Are so nice.
Duke is just like me full of life
I so want to go back… read more
I have total respect to them they made my stay
Just perfect. The area is just outstanding I truly mean it
I really loved being there I didn't want to go back home.
Really enjoyed the wilderness horse back riding. The dogs
Are so nice.
Duke is just like me full of life
I so want to go back… read more
11 May 2014
Left by Workawayer (Ines) for host
I just came back home from a 2 month stay at this guest Ranch. It's a beautiful spot surrounded by nature, wildlife and possible adventures. I am so thankful for having met this family who let me come into their home and their lives. Jack, Doug and Pat truly are some of the nicest people I have ever met in my life. Work didn't even feel like work,… read more
6 May 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Ines)
If there was a rating above excellent....it would be Ines. Ines stayed with us through the longest spring in 30 years...and we had a great time. Ines is an excellent cook, takes direction extremely well, her English is better than most Canadians, and was a pile of fun to hang out with . Ines will be a exemplary guest at any workaway host. We… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jan 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Patrick)
Patrick showed up after completing his University..."Uni"....and was ready for a change of pace. We had him cutting wood, splitting wood, driving snowmobiles, fixing chainsaws, building doors, taking care of horses and dogs....and he did it all like a champ. We would have Patrick back any time. Good luck in your travels Patrick. Take care.....we… read more
(Excellent)
22 Nov 2013
Left by Workawayer (FreekGroot) for host
Rosalie:
And now it is already time for us to leave a feedback. In the beginning we were afraid that four months might be too long, but they went by so fast. We had so much more fun than we could even hope for. Doug and Pat are both amazing people and they really make you feel at home and part of the family. We had lots of good talks, good… read more
And now it is already time for us to leave a feedback. In the beginning we were afraid that four months might be too long, but they went by so fast. We had so much more fun than we could even hope for. Doug and Pat are both amazing people and they really make you feel at home and part of the family. We had lots of good talks, good… read more
17 Nov 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (FreekGroot)
Wow. What can we say about Freek and Rosalie. They just completed a 4 month stay with us here and we enjoyed them every day. We had some difficult projects during the summer and they were there and ready to help every time. They both are fun to be around and enjoy cooking, helped with our household chores and were generally very pleasant to be… read more
(Excellent)
21 May 2013
Left by Workawayer (stephanie10) for host
The time on Dougs farm was a really good experience. The family tired to feel me like home and they are good cookers :). The own bread and buns and cakes are really good! I helped with the horses, gave them food and water and helped with the sick Akheena. Hope she is doing well! All horses are friendly and after a couple of time I learned to… read more
16 May 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (stephanie10)
Stephanie just compeleted a 2 month stay with us and had a very educational stay! She took care of our horses and dogs and cats while we went on a holiday and managed everything very well. Stephanie is 100% trustworthy and is very capable. We had some sick animals while Stephanie stayed with us and she stepped up to help with them and did so on… read more
(Excellent)
12 Jan 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Eljakim)
Eljakim stayed with us for 2 months in the fall of 2012. His English is EXCELLENT, better than many Canadians I know! Eljakim took on whatever tasks we set him to, firewood, chainsaw maintenance, learned to drive ATV's and snowmobiles. We played board games and he introduced us to Munchkin! Good luck in your travels Eljakim, your British Columbia… read more
(Excellent)
11 Jan 2013
Left by Workawayer (Eljakim) for host
If you arrange to stay at the beautiful guest ranch with Doug, Pat and Vanessa.. prepare for Carcassonne, prepare for Cheese Whiz (when Duncan's there), prepare for Rum&Eggnog and prepare for Duke (one of the dogs).. since he basicly gives you heart failure by avoiding the front wheels of the ATV by half an inch! But most of all, needing no… read more
27 Oct 2012
Left by Workawayer (Nicole13) for host
Staying here was very memorable. I miss the family, 4 dogs (say hello to Duke for me), 7 horses (soon 9) and the kittens. Even though the house and cabins are far from other people, everyone is very welcoming and makes you feel right at home. The horses are like big dogs always wanting to say hello and looking for treats in your pockets. The food… read more
11 Oct 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicole13)
Nicole stayed with us for just 2 weeks but we loved having her. She and Pat played board games every night and our daughter Vanessa was sad to see her go. Nicole worked in our garden getting it ready for winter and did a good job of getting it cleaned up and ready for our spring project. Good luck in Vancouver Nicole and we hope to see you again.
(Excellent)
24 Sep 2012
Left by Workawayer (Fionan) for host
I had such a great month here, lots of interesting and varied jobs to do, a wonderful cabin all to myself and best of all, a really great family to hang out with. They are very warm and fun and make you feel very comfortable from the off and will feed you very well indeed! And once you've done your work there's plenty of things to do - ATViing,… read more
22 Sep 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Fionan)
Fionan spent a month with us and was an excellent guest. We had loads of fun and he got us hooked on the board game Carcossan. Fionan was always up for new task and was helpful in every way. We enjoyed his company and would welcome him back any time. good luck in your travels and future plans Fionan.
(Excellent)
22 Aug 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas & Morgane)
Thomas and Morgane were a joy to share our home and ranch with. They worked hard in our garden, helped with cutting wood, cooked and helped with our other guests as well. They enjoyed evening board games and we all played pool together. They were a great addition to our place for the summer of 2012 and we would have them back any time! Good luck… read more
(Excellent)
21 Aug 2012
Left by Workawayer (Thomas & Morgane) for host
We had very good holidays at the guest ranch ! We were there for two monthes and it was wonderful !! We did some gardening, we cut wood, cut the grass, played with the horses, the dogs..etc. It was a very good experience for us, the live in a very big place, very nice and without noice ! It's a good place to have a break during the year ! Thank… read more
4 Jul 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (BiancaChristian)
Christian and Binaca were lots of fun to have in our home. We enjoyed sharing meals togehter, played many board games and generally had a lot of fun. They put in our garden and worked very hard while they were with us. We would love to have them back whenever they come our way. good luck in your travels.
(Excellent)
21 Jun 2012
Left by Workawayer (BiancaChristian) for host
We had an incredibly good time with Doug and his family. We stayed in our own log cabin and made a nice fire every evening. The property itself is very large. You can go for a walk for 30 minutes and would see only a quarter of the entire area during that time.
Pat always made delicious dinner and played board games with us quite often and… read more
Pat always made delicious dinner and played board games with us quite often and… read more
13 Apr 2012
Left by Workawayer (Daniele) for host
Just come back from a 5 weeks stay here. The place is highly recommanded. Excellent indeed.
Accomodation is very comfortable and very private. Three nice cabins for guests are located something like 150 metres from the main house, and placed in front of a beautiful green open space. Both main house and cabins are typically built with pine logs.… read more
Accomodation is very comfortable and very private. Three nice cabins for guests are located something like 150 metres from the main house, and placed in front of a beautiful green open space. Both main house and cabins are typically built with pine logs.… read more
