Help at our ranch in lovely wilderness near Jasper, Canada

Canada

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24/05/2022
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2022

Min stay requested: at least 3 weeks

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We are a small Albertan guest ranch near Jasper Park. In the summer months, we operate as a bed and breakfast catering to tourists from around the world. There is excellent hiking in our beautiful area, and horse back riding at a nearby ranch. Summer helpers stay in our lodge in a shared suite.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Hospitality/Tourism
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
For travelers with a work permit, we offer competitive hourly wages. Our ranch is in a lovely wilderness setting, with great hiking trails. Nearby Jasper has many tourist attractions. Our staff interact closely with the guests, so you will meet interesting people from around the world.
Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Host has indicated that they will pay at least the minimum hourly wage of their country for each hour worked and that accommodation will also be provided. They are asking for help with a business or business activity. Contact the host directly via the site messenger for more information and details about the wage provided. Any arrangements should be agreed in advance with your host.
Help
We are looking for help with cleaning guest rooms, tidying in the common area and helping in the kitchen. For helpers with computer skills, some work at the front desk is available.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Our live-in staff share a suite with sleeping areas and a bathroom. Cooked breakfasts are provided and grocery supplies to cook your lunch and dinner. Dietary restrictions can be catered to. We have free wifi, but limited bandwidth, so no Netflix please.
What else ...
Because our Ranch is in the country, helpers with no car will be needing us to provide transport to nearby Hinton, where we go at least twice a week. Helpers interested in horseback riding will be taken to a nearby ranch for a chance to do that. Trips into Jasper are provided at least once a month. We frequently hike on our trails and welcome helpers to come along, or to go to a nearby lake for swimming.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
4 - 6 hours/day, 5 days/week

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(5.0)

Cultural exchange:
(5.0)

Communication:
(5.0)

27/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Anja) for host

How can i start to describe this beauty and lovely place at the Ranch?! Amber and Perry are good and warm hearted people and they will give you enough time to explore the area or they take you to some hikes around the ranch or in Jasper (they have a lot of knowledge about the area and I enjoyed always their stories). We went to the cinema and had… read more

(Excellent )

22/11/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Anja)

Anja is an excellent helper and we really enjoyed her stay with us. We are happy to continue our friendship with her, and wish her the best in her winter job. She is reliable, independent and cheerful, also a very hard worker.

(Excellent )

08/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Justine) for host

I spent a lovely time at Amber's and Perry's guest ranch, and I was heart broken to have to leave so quickly...
The place in itself is very quiet, a beautiful view on a range of mountains, and some nice hikes around. One hour driving from Jasper town, it made it ideal to both discover the National Park during my days off and get away from the… read more

(Excellent )

30/10/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Justine)

We were delighted to have Justine stay with us for our last busy time of the season. Her cheerful nature and friendly personality was a true addition to our team. She was willing to help out in any way and learned things very quickly. Our guests and other staff members enjoyed her stay. We wish her the best on her travels and her writing… read more

(Excellent )

29/09/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Pal)

Tom and Kathi were a real asset to our ranch. They are always cheerful and kind, they got along well with other staff and our guests, they have boundless energy. They learned their tasks very quickly and worked without supervision. We enjoyed hiking with them and advising them on hikes they could do on their own. We would certainly recommend them… read more

(Excellent )

29/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Pal) for host

A wonderful place if you like nature and wildlife!!

My girlfriend and I planned to stay for 2 weeks with Amber and Perry, but we stayed4 weeks.
The ranch, the location is very beautiful!!!
Amber, Perry and their friends are so lovely people, always helpful, and ready for some laughs.

There are a lot of things you can do in your free time, there… read more

(Excellent )

29/09/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Katharina )

Kathi and Tom were a real asset to our ranch. They are always cheerful and kind, they got along well with other staff and our guests, they have boundless energy. They learned their tasks very quickly and worked without supervision. We enjoyed hiking with them and advising them on hikes they could do on their own. We would certainly recommend them… read more

(Excellent )

29/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Katharina ) for host

After almost 2 weeks of hiking in the Rocky Mountains my boyfriend Tom and me arrived at the Ranch of Amber and Perry. From the very first moment we felt very comfortable at their place - Amber and Perry always gave us the feeling we are welcome!
We stayed at the cabin in front of the main lodge and started with our daily tasks at about… read more

(Excellent )

29/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Tomo) for host

Amber and Perry were amazing hosts!They always take care of workawayer, establish good atmosphere,organized a lot of fun activity.Here is bit remote place but I've never felt boredom.Food was really good,room was very clean.

I really appreciate them for teaching me a lot about nature and local life in Alberta.I highly recommend this beautiful and… read more

(Excellent )

24/07/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Tomo)

We were really pleased with Tomo's stay with us. She is cheerful, independent and efficient. Her English is very good. She learned tasks very quickly and did them well, and could see what needed to be done. She got along well with other staff and with our guests.
Amber and Perry

(Excellent )

08/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Saskia) for host

I spent two weeks at this beautiful and peaceful place. I felt welcomed and at home from the first moment and by providing great food, taking you horseback riding and caring for you in different ways everyone wants to make your stay as best as possible. The mountain view is amazing and I already miss it a lot. There are some hiking trails starting… read more

(Excellent )

07/09/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Saskia)

We were very pleased to have Saskia here. She is a capable, thoughtful person with a good attitude to her work. She was cheerful to her fellow workers and our guests. We wish Saskia all the best in her travels.

(Excellent )

08/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Giulia) for host

Amazing place!!!! A special thank you to Amber, Perry and all the staff of the Ranch for this unforgettable experience. I would definitely recommend it to someone else! I wish you all the best for the future

(Excellent )

07/09/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Giulia)

We enjoyed having Giulia stay here, although her visit was short. She is a young girl with a lot of potential. Her language skills steadily improved and we appreciated the work she did for us. Good luck in your travels, Giulia!

(Excellent )

31/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel & Lea)

Lea and Daniel were a delight. Always cheerful and happy to help, they were a good asset to us. Their English is excellent and they have varied skills. They are always welcome here.

(Excellent )

31/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Daniel & Lea) for host

Dear Amber & Perry,
Thanks again for everything! Wonderful place I would definitely recommend for everyone. Thank you for showing us around. Thank you, Wanda for your amazing recipes, especially the brownies... ;) We haven't rented a car, but it didn't got boring. Nice place to meet people from all over the world.

THANK YOU SO MUCH

(Excellent )

21/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Audrey) for host

What a lovely couple are Amber & Perry. The B&B is a little paradise with lot of hiking trails and wonderful view from Mt Solomon. The work wasn't hard and Wanda is a good cook ( I miss the sweet treat :yum::hugging:) Thanks you to show us your playground and little gem off the touristic path. It was nice to come helping. Best wish for the future.

(Excellent )

18/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Audrey)

Audrey was a wonderful addition to our team. She is always cheerful and is very independent. Her English showed great improvement, and she worked well with guests and staff.
We will miss her smiling face!

(Excellent )

20/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Barbara) for host

Amber and Perry were very good people. The B&B is very beautiful and cozy, it was very good to work here, I had more experience in the area of hospitality and meet other volunteers. Breakfast is very delicious, Wanda, it is really very good cook. Thanks for the walks to different places in Jasper. The hiking was very good. I am happy to have… read more

(Excellent )

18/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Barbara)

Barbara is a skilled and conscientious helper with a lot of experience in the hospitality industry. She is versatile, worked well and needed very little supervision. We very much enjoyed her stay with us, and wish her the best in her plans for the future.

(Excellent )

03/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Prewett & Saffron)

We were very happy to have Saffron and Prewett stay with us. They are cheerful, hard-working and versatile. Without a doubt they are an asset wherever they might visit, and we would gladly welcome them to stay with us again.

(Excellent )

14/07/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Samuele)

We were very pleased to have Sam here. He pitched in wherever needed and quickly learned our routines. His English is steadily improving, and he lets us know if we aren't communicating clearly. He is friendly to our guests and fellow workers. We would recommend him for sure.
Amber and Perry

(Excellent )

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