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Learn about sustainable living, cooking, history and construction projects in Colorado Springs, USA

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  2026 

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  • Description

    Description

    PLEASE NOTE: (We do not sell any produce to the public).
    I am a retired Plant Sciences Professor and a current High School Construction Management Instructor with extensive experience in greenhouse management, welding and construction. I am opening my home to travelers who want to learn farm related activities and construction. Some of the projects that my guests may participate in may include soil regeneration, garden and home construction, solar and wind power, welding and cooking. I have a well equipped workshop to get these projects done and I will supply my guests with the required resources to complete their chosen projects. I showcase numerous completed projects throughout the facility. The work week consists of working 20 a week. You will be given 3 meals a day with plenty of food in the refrigerator to last the week. The accommodations are extremely comfortable and in most cases you will have your own private room. I am located on the prairie only 1/2 hour from downtown Colorado Springs. Hiking, dining, museums, rafting, shopping and music venues are all located within an hour’s drive. Socializing during meals are required.

    Area of my property: rural 1/2 acre

    No farm animals on the property.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Charity Work
    Art Projects
    Help with Eco Projects
    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Interests

    Interests

    Technology
    Sustainability
    Politics / Social justice
    Pets
    Movies & TV
    Farming
    Events & social
    Culture
    Charity work
    Writing
    Plant care
    Music
    History
    Gardening
    DIY & crafts
    Cooking & food
    Carpentry
    Architecture
    Nature
    Hiking
    Dancing
    Camping
    Beach
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Hands on projects, History lessons, ethnic foods. Hiking, fishing and cultural places to visit. We will have social discussions during meals.

  • Help

    Help

    Travelers will have an opportunity to choose a farm related project to complete during their stay. The projects that will be offered to the guests will consist of building, creating, constructing, painting, repairing, rebuilding, repurposing, recycling any of the following projects: Aquaponic, hydroponic, wind and solar, chicken coops, rabbit hutches, planter beds, concrete, walls, electrical, trailer repair, welding, art and paintings.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Guesthouse type facilities to accommodate 8 guests at a time. I will be preparing most of the meals.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Hiking, white water rafting, dinning, museums and cultural events in town within 1 hour away.

  • A little more information

    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

    Plenty of parking

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    Well behaved animals only minimum 2 years old

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a woman sitting on a porch with her dog, surrounded by potted plants and a painted wooden bench featuring a serene landscape scene.
The image is a collage of three photos featuring groups of people enjoying outdoor activities and socializing in a home setting, set against a natural backdrop.
The image is a collage of three photos featuring people posing in different settings, including a kitchen, outdoors, and a patio, with a white border around them.
The image is a collage of three photos featuring people in various settings, including a kitchen and a house, with a focus on everyday activities and interactions.
The image shows three photos of a house under construction, with a water tank, a barrel, and a man working on a project, set against a beige background.
The image shows three photos of a woman posing in different rooms of a house, with various objects and decorations visible in each room.
The image shows three photos of people working on a project, with the first photo showing white pipes, the second showing a raised garden bed, and the third showing a rainwater collection system.
The image shows two photos of a person holding a sign and a man and woman posing in front of a house, with a fence and street visible in the background.
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The image is a collage of three photos, each showing a different person or couple posing with a unique outdoor structure, likely taken on a sunny day.
The image is a collage of three photos showing a person working outdoors and indoors, with a cement mixer and a compost bin, set against a natural background.
The image depicts a living room with a couch, coffee table, and TV on the wall. The room is well-lit and has a neutral color scheme, with a large window on the back wall.
The image shows the exterior and interior of a house, featuring a bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, dining area, and popcorn machine, with a collage of four photos.

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