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Learn new skills in my rural farmhouse in a forest near Etnedal, Norway

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IF you are not a Norwegian or EU citizen and are planning to visit to work, volunteer or study, YOU WILL NEED THE CORRECT VISA / AU PAIR PERMIT (if applicable). To find out more information please contact the embassy in your home country BEFORE travelling.

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  • Description

    Description

    I am living with a cat in the leftovers of a little farm, surrounded by forrest. Bought this house it is partially renovated and still much things to do. Too much for me allone. I studied arts in Germany and am used to improvise, not the worst skill for a place like this.

    I'd like to set up my workshop so I can build and carve again, make jewelry and decoration out of wood and other materials.I hope I will start with such artistic skills on the long run (again)

    But besides that, there is much to do, from tinkering with the cars, (I could really need a mechanic for oldtimers), proceeding with the rooms in the 2nd floor (bathroom is needed), making wood, painting, I have an idea for Arduino projects too and if someone feels brave enough to get me into Linux....

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  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Help with Eco Projects
    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Interests

    Interests

    Camping
    Nature
    Languages
    History
    Gardening
    Drawing & painting
    Carpentry
    Books
    Animals
    Art & design
    Movies & TV
    Culture
    Farming
    Events & social
    Technology
    Pets
    Plant care
    Music
    Photography
    DIY & crafts
    Cooking & food
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    I like to reuse and maintain things, give them new life. Find solutions out of the box and help with thinks that are given. In a world of just buying and dumping it can give new perspectives to learn that things we normaly throw aray could be for some use again.

    Besides the help, you are in the middle of a fantastic nature that can help to find your own center and relaxation again.

    I got some instruments here, Keyboard (got no skill there), guitar (accustic and electric) and I am trying to learn to play some banjo myselv (got a strange technique, as I tried guitar before, but it should be OK to have a little jam session ;-) )

    Data is here too with almost everything one needs.

  • Help

    Help

    I could need help on several levels, the house is not renovated completely, lots to do here and the workshop setup for people who like to help with woodworking or painting.

    There are also some Oldtimer (3 cars, a traktor and a 6-weel ATV) in use, which would appreciate a talented hand of someone skilled in car mechanics.

    The greenhouse is build, I am interested in starting hydrophonics/hydroculture too.

    Computer, Arduino stuff, I have some ideas for projects, Linux, I have an old server that could move from Windows server to a Linus maybe. I am interested to learn a litte there.

    And the biggest challenge of all is a old (minimum 200 years) barn, that the formerly owner did noch take care of. The roof has fallen in, but ther is much left over in the core to maybe save an make a cottage out of it.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    German: Fluent
    English: Fluent
    Norwegian: Fluent
    Danish: Intermediate
    Swedish: Intermediate

    This host offers a language exchange
    Language is always a fascinating thing

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    There is lots of space for camping at my place and in the 2nd floor are rooms to be renovated and to be used as guestrooms.

    1st room is ready with 4 sleeping places

    And there is a little caravn with 2-3 Places.

    There is WLAN all over the place, in the guest room there is a computer with a big screen for surfing or watching movies.

    I can cook or the guests can also make a dinner selv if they want. Noone should starve here ;-)

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    In helping time:

    I am looking for someone who can do a job without to be instructed in every detail. The help should give a result you shall see and feel the progress. It should be some kind of fun and satisfying to get to the result.


    In the time off:

    Some of the best fishing grounds in Norway nearby. In summer there are places where you can take a bath. Hiking in the fantastic nature, visit the nearby old town museum (where you can find the house that stood here 100 years ago) or use one of the many offers of the local tourist center.

    In winter it's ice fishing, you can use cross-country ski down here or on the platou only few kilometers upp hill. Nearest downhill skilifts about 30 minutes from here, but there are many other skilifts and ski trails in Valdres.

    Other winter related actions offered by locals (as dog sledge, snow scooter,...)

    I will help to find the things you'd like to do ;-)

  • 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

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    There is 4G all over the place. I got 500 Mbps synchronous fiber cable in the house. Need no help in data/PC, but I did the checkmark below, as I have some projects lying arround I don't have the time to finish :-D

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    4700 squaremeters of land are mine. Camping/caravan is possible and I can provide power.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    As long as the pet is not batteling or trying to eat my cat (he is really relaxed with people but more shy with dogs :-D )

  • 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 serene scene of an orange and white cat wrapped in a towel, resting on a couch with a floral patterned fabric.
The image depicts a two-story house with a red SUV parked in front, surrounded by trees and a dirt road, with a partially visible RV on the right side.
The image depicts a yard with a wooden fence, featuring a lawn and trees, with a house visible in the background, surrounded by a natural setting. The yard is well-maintained and inviting.
The image depicts a serene landscape with a grassy area, a body of water, and a few trees, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty. The scene is peaceful and idyllic.
The image shows a yard with a large truck, a tractor, and a small vehicle, surrounded by greenery, with a fence in the background and a clear sky above.
The image depicts a weathered wooden structure, likely a barn or shed, with a sloping roof and a small window, situated in a rural setting surrounded by trees and bushes.
The image depicts a cluttered room with a wooden floor, featuring a table and chairs, and a bookshelf, with a window in the background, showcasing a cozy and organized space.
The image depicts a room under construction, featuring a white door, wooden shelving, and tools on a table, with a work-in-progress atmosphere and a focus on DIY activities.
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The image depicts a cluttered room with a wooden floor, featuring a table and chairs, and a bookshelf, with a large window on the left side, and a door on the right.
The image depicts a cluttered room with a wooden floor, featuring a table and chairs, and a bookshelf in the background, with a neutral color scheme and simple design.
The image depicts a cluttered room with scattered items, including boxes and furniture, suggesting a space in disarray, possibly during a move or renovation. The room is filled with various objects.
The image depicts a house with a snow-covered roof and yard, featuring a red mailbox and a door with a window on the front, surrounded by trees in the background.
The image depicts a serene winter scene featuring a snow-covered wooden shed, surrounded by trees and a green vehicle, with a gray sky in the background.
A red barn with a snow-covered roof and a car covered in snow in front of it, surrounded by trees covered in snow.

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