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Located in the west of Lithuania, 50km away from the Baltic sea I have continued to run the horse ranch/ sanctuary my mother once founded. The ranch is based in a rural area surrounded by lots of nature, forests, parks and only 5km way from the next town Plungė.
All year around we have around 20-30 horses living on the property who need care and create a lot of work. We have a variety of horses in very different stages of life: rescued, retired, young and old.
I mainly need help with caring for the horses, gardening and fixing or maintaining the property. Due to the complexity of the work I'm only looking for people who can at least stay one month or more. The work varies depending on what time of the year it is. So feel free to ask if you want to have more specific information.
I'm looking for people who like animals and nature. You don't need a lot of experience in horses but horse lovers are greatly appreciated. Riding will be possible from time to time but please understand, that it cannot be your primary activity while staying here. Also if you are skilled in carftwork you are very welcome.
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
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I've been working with horses for decades now so I have a lot of experience. You will learn how to take care of a horse, feed them, see their needs and take care of them. On this farm we are not performance oriented, its more about taking the best care of the individual needs of every horse. I was a vet a long time ago and still cooperate my knowledge in the daily work with my horses.
Help
I mainly need help caring for the horses. Cleaning the stables, feeding, providing water for them in the winter.
There is also a big garden in need of a little love.
In the summer months we host riding camps for kids and sometimes a little support is needed.
If you have any skills in construction, carpentry or anything similar you are very very welcome.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
Lithuanian: Fluent
Russian: Fluent
English: Intermediate
French: Intermediate
Accommodation
Workawayers will stay in private rooms next to a big living room, a fully equipped kitchen and shared bathrooms. We also have a mobile home if you prefer to live more separate (only in summer/ autumn).
What else ...
In your time off you can spend time in the beautiful nature around the farm, there is lots of forest and walking path around. From Plungė you can take the train or bus and travel all over Lithuania. There is also a big nature park close to the property which is beautiful all year around.
In winter you can go skiing at the nearby skiing slopes
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have a good WiFi connection at all time.
Space for parking camper vans
It's a big property so we'll find space for every vehicle.
Can possibly accept pets
There are dogs and cats already living here so please talk to me in advance about bringing your pets.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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My horses and me are very very happy that Marianna came to my farm to support the well being of all of us for almost 3 and a half months.
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My horses and me are very very happy that Marianna came to my farm to support the well being of all of us for almost 3 and a half months.
She is a wonderful person who is incredibly committed to all, she takes responsibility for everything that surrounds her and she takes care of everyone - whether animals or… read more
The work mainly involved… read more
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