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Description
I am Lysette, 35 years old from the UK, and live with my two dogs, two cats and many horses on a ranch in the South West of Portugal near the ocean.
I can offer riding lessons or trail rides on a daily basis and the chance to learn about horsemanship and horse training.
While I can’t offer much in terms of cultural exchange, as I’m not Portuguese, you’ll have the opportunity to improve your English with me.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
Interests
Self development
Pets
LGBTQ
Animals
Adventure sports
Outdoor activities
Fitness
Nature
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I often have people from different countries here with me and of course we interact with the locals as well, but mostly I think I can share my skills as a horse trainer. I have been training horses my whole life and have aquired a good skill set in what is usually termed horsemanship.
Help
I’m looking for help with taking care of my animals-mostly the horses so that I can focus more on training the horses rather than just handling their daily care. Ideally, you would have experiences with horses and be comfortable handling them and riding them. I'm happy to teach you more, but a good basis makes everything easier.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
My helper can have a room to herself with bed, closet, and desk and share a bathroom. The house is very clean and we will share meals together. I will provide the food for us, but of course it would be good if you can help around the kitchen.
What else ...
I live a very inclusive lifestyle, so if you have a problem with minorities or queer people or anything like that, please do not apply. I'm a very direct and straightforward person and find it easy to communicate well with most people.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
There is so much beautiful nature around my place, so feel free to come with your campers or even tents, although I can provide you with a good bedroom.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Peach
Bridge & Yoshi
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The ranch respects as much as possible natural horses conditions, volunteers have tasks horses related, and we do get a lot of riding/groundwork/time with horses. Tasks are very organized and well… read more
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Technically speaking :
The ranch respects as much as possible natural horses conditions, volunteers have tasks horses related, and we do get a lot of riding/groundwork/time with horses. Tasks are very organized and well… read more
