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28 Jul 2022
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Description
We are an Eco Retreat, Educational Centre, Food producer and orchard located on the shores of Kootenay Lake here. We exist to realize the full potential of humanity, creating a mindful world through cutting edge transformative programs. We work hard to be part of the local community and integrate helpers and visitors into Kaslo culture and all the wonderful things it has to offer. The property manager Dorian is easy going, attentive to the desires of others and will ensure you have the best possible experience while here. We have an incredible team working hard to ensure unity and that everyone feels welcome.You might learn skills such as yoga, meditation, gardening techniques, Site construction, Housekeeping, cooking and more! We have Kayaks that are available to workers as well :) Workers are generally welcome to attend community healing events at no charge. We find that we can see how everything fits within a day or 2. We prefer that people stay at least 1 month, although many times people have fallen in love with the place and stay longer. We are also looking for a long term worker/workers, that can stay on site through the winter to help with property maintenance and snow removal. Our only house rule is not alcohol in the kitchen areas and around the grounds. It's a high values that we are all respecting each others space and keeping things impeccable on the entire property.
What we are looking for:
-Work 25 hours per week in exchange for room and board.
-Complete tasks properly and efficiently.
-Follow directions and communicate any uncertainty.
- Positive attitude.
Feel free to contact us with any questions, we are 45 minutes North of Nelson
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Guests will be immersed in local culture. Anything from campfires on the beach to hiking the local trails to checking out the local music scene. The operations manager is continually looking for ways to make the experience enjoyable in and outside the centre. We are right on Kootenay Lake, the views are breathtaking and nothing more refreshing then jumping in for an afternoon swim.
Help
Brushing, Cleaning, Construction projects, Farming, Firewood splitting & gathering, Gardening tasks, general, Harvesting, Help with Computers/Internet, Landscaping, Planting, Pruning, Seed saving, Trail Maintenance
This summer we are working on developing a 3/4 acre organic vegetable garden, building a greenhouse, and building trails, bridges, and a labyrinth on the property. 30 yards of top soil have been delivered for the garden space and more is coming soon. Irrigation pipes have been laid in the ground under the garden spacen This month we will be working on shaping beds, installing a cistern and drip irrigation, laying mulch for paths between the beds, and then planting.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
There is a separate building for our helpers. It consists of upstairs area with individual bunks and a patio. There is a studio with a full kitchen. There is an brand new out building with a shower and bathroom facilities. Help is welcome as host family as we all work together in meal preparation and clean up, Some meals are eaten together with the Hosts, Some meals prepared independently.
What else ...
We are 7 minutes South of Kaslo and 15 minutes North of Ainsworth Hot springs. There is amble hiking, biking and canoeing accessible from the property and in the surrounding area. The Host is a trained chef and happy to give lessons. The operations manager generally has his finger on the pulse of Kaslo, and willing to take anyone willing along for a Kootenay Culture ride :)
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We love digital nomads, and in fact would love to work with someone that generates income on their own time. We have a fibre optic connection so video calls and heavy internet use is possible.
Space for parking camper vans
We have an outdoor washroom. Also a place for grey water dumping. also wifi to campers.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
