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We are a semi retired couple building our little cabin. We live on the oregon coast. Doing an earthbag addition this summer and looking for help from those interested in learning this unique building style. We are also 420 friendly and live on a tiny farm. Dogs, pet turkeys and small garden.
Ask us for the link for the entire project to date.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Light maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Off grid living can be quite a culture change for those never experiencing this lifestyle. We have lots of fun with all of our projects. Happy to pass on this unique and inexpensive way to build. With my 40 plus years experience in construction I will happily pass on any knowledge I can to those wanting to learn.
My wife is an excellent cook- food exchange
Help
No special skills needed except ability to want to learn a unique building style in an off grid situation with most amenities for modern living. Must be able to complete tasks unsupervised.
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
Semi private room in home. Tents and campers ok. No hook upstairs for black water though . We also offer free wifi.
We offer 3 meals or groceries so you can cook for yourself if you like. We cook organically as much as possible. My wife is an excellent cook.
What else ...
Beach is only a mile or so from home. Hiking, biking, crabbing, fishing are all close by. Historic Newport Bayfront is just 9 miles north of us on scenic hwy 101. Your own transportation is recommended but bus stop is locally located a mile or so from home.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
We have only a half acre where we are but plenty of room for parking another vehicle. Flat area for tent or rv.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Axle
Rescued from abusive home. He's such a snuggle. Black and white Persian and who knows what else. Very loving
Bandit (3 years)
Smokey loves pets, even demands them on occasion. He's very shy. Hard to get a look at him if he doesn't know you. He's hone in a flash.
Smokey (3 years)
Fat cat is his nickname. Lol loving and great mouser.
Red (6 years)
California Mcnab/ cattle dog
Amazing dog. Smart as a whip and very loyal. Loves everyoneDobbie (18 years)
Best lil chihuahua on the planet.
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It was great to learn about earthbag building while being supervised by a (very strict) turkey. They showed me around the area and the food was delicious. I stayed longer then I first intended to.
He helped with our earthbag project and did a great job.
He was a real helpful and we got to exchange a little bit about our culture and learned about his.
It was a great pleasure having him and hope he comes back sometime. I think he enjoyed some down time and the… read more
Brendan was polite and he liked to buy us coffee and he enjoyed the meals we made. This experience we had with Brenden was a huge positive in every way. Terry enjoyed… read more
Sue and Terry are compassionate and caring. I immediately felt like family.
They both are amazing in the kitchen. Every meal was delicious and well balanced. Sue’s… read more
The stay was great had everything i needed. The location was was wonderful.
