A charming winter scene features a frozen outdoor skating rink, a lit gazebo, decorated trees, glowing reindeer figures, benches, and a peaceful, dusk-blue sky.
This image shows an unfinished attic with exposed wooden framing, insulation batts on the floor, tools, and construction materials scattered around. Two windows let in natural light.
A modern tiny house in the woods features large windows and a slanted roof, adjacent to a screened porch, all situated on a spacious wooden deck.
Two metal tubs filled with water sit on a wooden deck overlooking a serene lake surrounded by trees, under a clear sky at sunset. Peaceful atmosphere.
Three men stand beside two canoes on a sandy shore, with a serene lake and lush trees in the background, under a cloudy sky.
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The image depicts two people and a dog sitting on rocks, watching the sunset, with trees and a clear sky in the background, conveying a sense of serenity.
The image depicts a serene forest scene with a hammock, picnic table, and ATV, surrounded by trees and fallen leaves, evoking a sense of tranquility and adventure.
The image depicts two canvas tents at night, with a wooden deck and chair in the foreground, illuminated by string lights and a small light on the ground.
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Join us in the outdoors and become part of our way of life in Muskoka, Ontario, Canada

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  2026 

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    Carpentry & Ice rink maintenance.

    My outdoor adventure property is situated on 150 acres of riverfront land in Muskoka, Ontario. There is over 2km of private riverfront, and two waterfalls. I guide adventure tours at the land, and produce maple syrup. However, my main business is excavating & landscaping for cottages on nearby lakes. Pay is $18/hr. Will pay $20-25/hr for experienced skilled trades. 25-40 hours per week, 6 days a week.

    This winter workaway adventure, when I plan to host about 2 at a time, will take place in Jan-April . You will be staying in a cabin, or house. We often venture into town to the community centre (gym, basketball court, squash court), to play sports, get groceries etc. Guests should have experience in the outdoors, have appropriate attire etc. Most of the photos are from the summer workaway.

    The work will consist of renovating a house that I just bought across the river from the big adventure property. It will also include maintaining two outdoor rinks for a nearby city in the middle of the night.

    I have done lots of backpacking and travelling myself, and know what type of experience guests are looking for. I take guests out into the community to meet some locals, do local hikes and lots of other recreational activities, see tourist spots in the area, and possibly up for bigger trips like a few night backcountry canoe /camping trip in central or northern Ontario. A truly Canadian experience.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Water sports
    History
    Carpentry
    Astronomy
    Outdoor activities
    Hiking
    Camping
    Adventure sports
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Living off grid in the Canadian Forest. Your host is a paddler, maple syrup producer, builder, and lumberjack, so learning a lot about the rural country life in the forests of Central Ontario.

    Would be a good experience for two friends, a couple, or solo travellers. I will try to have 2-3 backpackers out at a time for the 2025 fall season.

  • Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    This host offers accommodation and payment.

  • Help

    Help

    Simple camp carpentry projects, helping with firewood, clearing trails with hand tools. Summer/fall painting & staining. Landscaping/maintenance help. Cleaning. Basic carpentry help. Stuff like that, depends on the time of year and what we have going on at the time.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    French: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Canvas Prospector Tent with wood stove. Camp kitchen and bbq. Camp outhouse. Outdoor shower. Wood fired hot tubs overlooking the river. Very private camp.

    We are able to provide a trip to town every 3 days or so if you don’t have a vehicle.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Our small town is 350 people. We have a brewery, small town pub, restaurants, cafe, general store etc. About 15 minutes away there two other towns of 15,000 people for more shopping/outings etc. Muskoka is known for cottaging, camps, tourism and beautiful nature. A big part of this stay is about living on the land for most of your visit. Runs to town for food will be arranged every few days if you don’t have a vehicle. Best for outdoor adventurers!

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    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    No problem for parking, I have a large parking area.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    Pets suitable for the Canadian Wilderness only.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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A charming winter scene features a frozen outdoor skating rink, a lit gazebo, decorated trees, glowing reindeer figures, benches, and a peaceful, dusk-blue sky.
This image shows an unfinished attic with exposed wooden framing, insulation batts on the floor, tools, and construction materials scattered around. Two windows let in natural light.
A modern tiny house in the woods features large windows and a slanted roof, adjacent to a screened porch, all situated on a spacious wooden deck.
Two metal tubs filled with water sit on a wooden deck overlooking a serene lake surrounded by trees, under a clear sky at sunset. Peaceful atmosphere.
Three men stand beside two canoes on a sandy shore, with a serene lake and lush trees in the background, under a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a person operating a wood splitter, surrounded by a trailer loaded with logs and a woodshed filled with firewood, in a wooded area.
The image depicts a cozy kitchen scene with a window view of a snowy forest, featuring a tent and ATV in the background, and a stove with cooking utensils and food preparation underway.
The image depicts a cozy scene of two people sitting in front of a wood-burning stove, with their feet propped up on a black mat, surrounded by a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image depicts two people and a dog sitting on rocks, watching the sunset, with trees and a clear sky in the background, conveying a sense of serenity.
The image depicts a serene forest scene with a hammock, picnic table, and ATV, surrounded by trees and fallen leaves, evoking a sense of tranquility and adventure.
The image depicts two canvas tents at night, with a wooden deck and chair in the foreground, illuminated by string lights and a small light on the ground.

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