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Host rating
90 %
Last replied
22 Apr 2024
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100.0 %
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Description
I'm living an off the grid life in the middle of the forest, in a remote beautiful location close to the redwood forest in Northern California, surrounded with rivers and wild life.
I would like to share my off grid way of life with people interested in living this way, having a simple life. I want people that would like to give me a helping hand, love the forest and feel good in nature. This year I just got an old school bus to fix up as a Workaway bunkhouse I have some projects to do with general construction, a wood shed (always need help to bring in firewood), some permaculture gardening, clearing brush I have 40 acres so lots to keep up with other thing to do go hiking, rafting adventures, play the steal drum go to the redwoods, take a hot tub ,or sauna go to the coast or any other activity.this place is very remote its 35 mi. to nearest town. no phone service.and very limited internet
It will all depend on the season the tasks to be done but firewood is the main help I will need. I have a bad back and the help is really needed and appreciated. I also could use any bodywork
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will learn to live off grid, understanding how to live with nature, because nature is the one that is providing water, heat, electricity and entertainment. Also you will learn about permaculture building a garden how to work with wood,a chainsaw mill,bulding with logs can teach you how to use some tools and general construction. You will have the experience to see how is life in the middle of the forest life is good and I'll be happy to share anything I could.
I've traveled 28 countries and I've gained many good stories to share with you. And I would like to hear yours.
Help
The main activities I'm going to need are:
Firewood collection.
General construction.
permaculture Gardening/yard help
General maintenance of the home or cabin.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
I have a trailer that is fully equipped with a small kitchen, hot water, small bed, wood stove, propane stove, 12 volt light and outside shower and compost toilet .
after that its camping and anyone can use the trailer as base camp to cook and hang out we try to cook and eat together I do have two 40 foot shipping containers open on both ends that have a wood stove. And other camp sites if you have your own tent I do have some extra camping gear
The property is in a really nice area with a micro climate, next to the creek, the electricity comes from the sun and we have spring water.
What else ...
There are a lot of things to do: rafting, hiking, go to the river, explore the forest, a trip to the ocean where the redwoods meet the ocean, go to the redwoods, camping, make a fire, hot tub ,sauna make a camp in the forest, anything you have in mind.
In terms of transport: there is a bus that comes pretty close and I will pick you up.
If all of this sounds good to you and you would like to volunteer, I prefer to be in contact via a phone or Skype. call with my volunteers so that we can see how we get along and sort things out. if I give you my number call anytime I will have to call you back or leave message so i can call you
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
i have 40 acres lots of room
Can possibly accept pets
i have a cat outside and a young dog we would have to talk about this
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 511542247212
Feedback (27)
13 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Abdullah)
Abdul is kind, generous, helpful, and honest it was a pleasure to have him stay with me what a great help always willing to do anything you ask And just a pleasure to be around anyone would be lucky to have them as a workawayer thank you so much for all your help.
(Excellent
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13 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Abdullah) for host
I had a wonderful time working with Tim and his lovely dog Stella for three weeks! I learned a lot about off-grid living and gardening, and the accommodation in the trailer by the creek was beautiful. The trailer had a great selection of books about living off the grid, nature, permaculture, and herbal medicine, which I really enjoyed reading and… read more
27 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Elizabeth "Joy" & Rowdy)
Joy is just the best thing to come this season so kind honest and willing to help anyone would be lucky to have them to come and help I just can’t say enough good things about them good luck with your journey and hope you can make it this way again thank you
(Excellent
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18 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Elizabeth "Joy" & Rowdy) for host
Tim was great! I really enjoyed our conversations and our routine of getting in the sauna in the morning and then jumping in the creek before starting our day. He taught me about the different kinds of trees/firewood as well as different ways to start a fire. The property was beautiful with lots of wildlife and lots of space for hiking and… read more
9 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jinghui) for host
Tim is awesome!! Easy going and knowledgeable. Stella is such a great dog that always stay company with you. Accomodation next to the creek, have everything you need and super beautiful.
7 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jinghui)
Jinghui is a very kind and thoughtful person he was very good at driving the quad around moving firewood to be stacked I hope you can make it back out to the woods sometime soon good luck on your journey
(Excellent
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13 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Abdullah)
Abdul is kind, generous, helpful, and honest it was a pleasure to have him stay with me what a great help always willing to do anything you ask And just a pleasure to be around anyone would be lucky to have them as a workawayer thank you so much for all your help.
(Excellent
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13 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Abdullah) for host
I had a wonderful time working with Tim and his lovely dog Stella for three weeks! I learned a lot about off-grid living and gardening, and the accommodation in the trailer by the creek was beautiful. The trailer had a great selection of books about living off the grid, nature, permaculture, and herbal medicine, which I really enjoyed reading and… read more
27 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Elizabeth "Joy" & Rowdy)
Joy is just the best thing to come this season so kind honest and willing to help anyone would be lucky to have them to come and help I just can’t say enough good things about them good luck with your journey and hope you can make it this way again thank you
(Excellent
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18 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Elizabeth "Joy" & Rowdy) for host
Tim was great! I really enjoyed our conversations and our routine of getting in the sauna in the morning and then jumping in the creek before starting our day. He taught me about the different kinds of trees/firewood as well as different ways to start a fire. The property was beautiful with lots of wildlife and lots of space for hiking and… read more
9 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jinghui) for host
Tim is awesome!! Easy going and knowledgeable. Stella is such a great dog that always stay company with you. Accomodation next to the creek, have everything you need and super beautiful.
7 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jinghui)
Jinghui is a very kind and thoughtful person he was very good at driving the quad around moving firewood to be stacked I hope you can make it back out to the woods sometime soon good luck on your journey
(Excellent
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3 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Guillermo)
It was great to have Guille to come and stay he is always ready to work and help out any way he is very honest and trustworthy and hard working I hope you can return sometime good luck on your journey
(Excellent
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3 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Guillermo) for host
As the Head of Firewood Splitting and Stacking departament I have only good words regarding my experience at Tim's.
A normal day would always start with a sauna and a creek swim. Then some work and a very nice lunch together.
Beautiful nature and forest is all around, lots of deers, squirrels, bears...
Tim is always willing to teach new things… read more
A normal day would always start with a sauna and a creek swim. Then some work and a very nice lunch together.
Beautiful nature and forest is all around, lots of deers, squirrels, bears...
Tim is always willing to teach new things… read more
7 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ethan)
Ethan is a young man ready to learn and grow ready to grab all life has to offer he has not done a lot just show him and he's good to go good luck on your journey
(Excellent
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7 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Ethan) for host
I stayed with Tim for a little over a month and it turned out to be one of the most beneficial experiances of my life so far. Tim is a great teacher with endless knowledge and stories to share. The work is sometimes difficult and tiring, though it's a great workout and rewarding. Throughout my stay, I gratefully experianced all types of weather,… read more
25 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Marion)
Marion was great to have here very easy to get along with and a very hard worker thank you for all your help and good luck on your journey
(Excellent
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25 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Marion) for host
Well, let's just say that it can get really cold in November, so be ready if you want to go to Tim's place during the winter. Otherwise, it is beautiful, surrounded with trees and stars and not much else that could disrupt the quiet. I wish I could have stayed longer so I could explore the forest more. The work was sometimes physical, but Tim has… read more
4 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Michele) for host
I don't think I can really put into words what I experienced at Corral creek. All I can say is Tim is a great teacher if you want start understanding what it takes to live off-grid, and Corral creek is simply a magical learning place. Being there also has the potential to bring out your own creativity, giving you ideas which Tim is open to listen… read more
3 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Michele)
It was so nice to have you here to help me get things in order your willingness to clean and organize was great good luck on your journey any host would be lucky to have Michele say with them I hope you can stop by again to see the place grow
(Excellent
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10 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
Thanks for all your help Russell others have-not left the place not so clean but Russell got in there and cleaned up the oven and stove like it was new he was ready to do any task good luck on your journey
(Very good
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10 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
If someone asked me to imagine a cabin in the woods, it'd be hard to come up with something much different to Tim's place. Located in the heart of the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, this place is an adventurer's dream come true. Gigantic evergreens, colorful oaks, aromatic, earthen smells, and the soft and mushy yet creaky ground canopy teased by… read more
21 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Evan)
Evan was such a joy to have here and A huge help very easy to work with. Evan was always ready and willing to help in any way Any host would be lucky to have Evan stay with you. Good luck on your journey
(Excellent
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21 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Evan) for host
Working at Tim’s off-grid site was extremely interesting. I have never lived off grid before and the experience was both different, and in many ways, freeing. The work at Tim’s was quite varied too. In the 10 days that I was there I managed to build two shed doors, one with Tim teaching and guiding me on how to do it, the second by myself with… read more
16 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Emirkagan)
Thank you so much for all you help Emire was ready to do any task that was needed and with a smile on his face we had a great trip to the redwoods if any host needs some help Emire is a great choice good luck on your journey
(Excellent
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13 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Emirkagan) for host
I stayed with Tim for about 2,5 weeks, during that time, we worked on 2 big projects with a little bit of loose work in between, spent our free time seeing the coast of NorCal and enjoying ourselves at what is truly an escape from busy modern life. The immense feeling of satisfaction, growth and pride that I experienced during and after finishing… read more
13 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Mal)
Mal is the best . What a great help you were Mal is one of the very few a person who can share and teach others and is a pleasure to be around you area gift to all around i wish you peace and joy and please come back thanks again
(Excellent
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13 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Mal) for host
My time at Tim's place was unforgettable. I stayed for two weeks to kick off a summer of traveling, and I couldn't have imagined a better way to begin my journey. I came here so that I could step away from the stress of daily life and just slow down and focus on living in the moment, and that's exactly what I got. The work is rewarding and makes… read more
25 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Phillip)
Phillip aka Zayne was a great help and worked very well with others was always ready to pitch in with any task that was needed any host would be lucky to have Zayne come help thanks for all your help and good luck on your journey
(Excellent
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24 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Phillip) for host
I spent roughly 2 weeks here, and can safely say I had one of the most eye opening and enjoyable experiences of my short 20 year life. The land itself is absolutely gorgeous and thriving with life, and the surrounding areas are as well and Tim will make sure you get to see them. The part of this adventure I wasn't quite expecting, was the wealth… read more
30 Jan 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Kyle & Lindsey)
Thank you so much Kyle and Lindsey for all your help over the last three months you being here has made this year so much better for me. we got so much done and Lindsey kept the hot tub going, is so kind and is a good cook too.Kyle is so good at doing anything i ask of him and even keep working after hours I hope they can come back some time you… read more
(Excellent
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30 Jan 2021
Left by Workawayer (Kyle & Lindsey) for host
My wife and I stayed with Tim for three months in the fall/ winter of 2020 and it was an absolutely incredible experience that we will never forget! Tim and his little slice of paradise are a delight to anyone who enjoys nature as well as camping, wants to experience off grid living, and isn't afraid of a good days work! Tim was a wonderful host… read more
24 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Mark)
Thanks for all your help Mark we sure did get a lot done you were here for all the fall colors and a snow storm well good luck on you journey and wishing you all the best
(Excellent
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24 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Mark) for host
Tim was my first workaway gig and he handled getting me settled into his routine in the offgrid life well.His place is amazing to say the least! We cleared alot of brush did a little trail blazing and cut and split firewood.I must say as a 61 year old I was able to keep up and it was good for me.I spent close to 3 months there and we accomplished… read more
15 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Julien) for host
I did spend a ver, very instructive month in Tim and Libby's company. It was an incredible experience, and I am very grateful to have had this great opportunity to live this life for a month.
The property is great, very beautiful, and Tim is full of stories and love for life. It is truly an unique experience to live and help at Tim's property. The… read more
The property is great, very beautiful, and Tim is full of stories and love for life. It is truly an unique experience to live and help at Tim's property. The… read more
13 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Julien)
Julien thank you so much for all your help anyone who has a chance to spend some time with Julien take it he is so nice to have around with great world travel stories and a kind hart good luck ion your journey and hope to see you again
(Excellent
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4 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jack)
Thank you Jack for all your help jack has helped me so much in the two months he was here ready to help me in any way i ask even getting up early to beat the heat in the garden thanks so much for all your help and i hope to see you again wishing you all the best jack
(Excellent
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3 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jack) for host
This was my first workaway and I am very happy that I got to go to Tim’s. The area is absolutely beautiful and Tim is very well versed in off grid living. Anyone from a big city like I am stands to learn a lot during the trip. The bees are amazing and there is an abundance of wildlife. Tim’s dog Libby is also a great guide. The other workawayers I… read more
5 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Elana & Adam)
Thanks Elana and Adam so much for all your help good luck on all your life journeys
(Excellent
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26 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Amber)
Amber thank you so much for coming here to help me and i hope you will be able to come back and spend some more time nextyear if any host has a chance to have Amber work with them you should take it she is so nice to have around kind and very thoughtful hard worker your life will only be better with Amber around thanks for all the great talks and… read more
(Excellent
)
26 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Amber) for host
Words are too light to describe my incredible time in the woods with Tim!!! I was there for only 10 days, but after 10 days I could call Tim family and the woods my home.:relaxed:
I’m mesmerized by the beautiful views around me and fun works I get to help Tim with. The sound of the creek, chatter of the hummingbirds, aroma of fir trees and every… read more
I’m mesmerized by the beautiful views around me and fun works I get to help Tim with. The sound of the creek, chatter of the hummingbirds, aroma of fir trees and every… read more
20 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Felix)
Felix was a big help getting ready for winter ready to help in any way we had a great time talking on our walks and in the redwoods and the coast good luck on all your journeys
(Excellent
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20 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Felix) for host
Where do I actually start. Tim was my first workaway host and I had an incredibly good time with him. Since the winter was starting to come very close there wasn't that much stuff to do but it was still enough to keep me busy. Tim is an amazing guy with an amount of knowledge about stuff that I can't even imagine. We went on a daily walk together… read more
23 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jack)
Jack thank you so much with all your help splitting and stacking firewood and all the other chores around the homestead jack is great to have around very helpful he has great stores of his travels he is always willing to pitch in to help doing any chores he is also a good cook and great conversation good luck on all you future journeys
(Excellent
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23 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jack) for host
I had a great time here with Tim. His home is beautiful and there are some fantastic hikes. I helped Tim stack wood, gained good experience handling outdoor equipment and did lots of other types of activity such as beekeeping and laying down straw for the winter months. We had some great conversations together and Tim is a great cook, I had the… read more
9 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Dayna-Gay) for host
This place is a life-filled piece of heaven, and I fully mean that. It was an absolute blessing and privilege to have experienced Tim’s raw and beautiful piece of land! I was lucky enough to be there for 3 weeks through October when the maple leaves along the creek were changing into bursts of reds and orange - but even when it was all green, the… read more
28 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Dayna-Gay)
Dayna thank you so much my cabin is so nice now with new paint and your wonderful art work on the walls Dayna-Gay is so nice to have around she has some great stories to share and is a good cook also i hope to make it to South Africa some day soon good luck on your travels thanks for everything ps.please send some of your photos to my facebook
(Excellent
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22 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Daniela) for host
My time in Tim’s house was amazing! I really enjoyed this beautiful and gentle forest. Tim is a great host, he likes to teach and share about live and living out. This is a magical place with super nice people around. I’ve learnt about woods, fire making, bees, gardening and I had very nice conversations about live and society. This is for sure a… read more
18 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniela)
Daniela thank you so much what a great help working in the garden and with firewood and your Ayurveda therapies also i enjoy talking with you very much good luck in all your travels and your welcome here anytime and what a great time in the redwoods hope to see you again soon thanks
(Excellent
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7 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Martin)
thank you martin for all your hard work getting this place in order in the spring time you are welcome here anytime and martin would be a great workawayer for anyone looking for help good luck in all your future travels brother
(Excellent
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7 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Martin) for host
This was my first Workaway experience and I must say I cant imagine a better place to start. Tim is an amazing person, very kind and understanding, always trying to help and explain everything we were doing. I learnt so much from him; about living off the grid, about what it takes to take care of a such big property deep in the woods... I had a… read more
4 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Latreille) for host
i spend 1mounth and half whit tim in the shasta forest that was my best experience in USA, Tim is realy a great teacher i learned a lot whit im and we been in mountain for riding and discover the redwoods in redwoods NP.
if you want to spend a good time in wonderfull place whit nice men , go to visiting tim you will not waste your time !!! thanks… read more
if you want to spend a good time in wonderfull place whit nice men , go to visiting tim you will not waste your time !!! thanks… read more
22 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Latreille)
hey Leon thanks for all your help it was great redwoods to snow skiing good luck on your trip around the US thanks again ...tim
(Excellent
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6 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Hanna)
Hana has been a huge help, physically and mentally having her around. She has a great zest for life and hard worker. Anyone who gets a chance to spend time with her is lucky and would be a true joy. She seemed to see the beauty in nature where others would have walked by from the mushrooms growing nearby to the light coming through the trees. She… read more
(Excellent
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3 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Hanna) for host
It's hard to begin how incredible my experience here has been. I've stayed here about a month right into the time before winter hit. Tim is a wonderful host, kind hearted, holds an abundance of knowledge about the surrounding area and a great reference for life skills living off grid. I spent most work days clearing the forest and making fires,… read more
28 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Christina) for host
Tim's workaway/property was/is an excellent opportunity to be secluded/immersed in beautiful nature. The landscape and plants as the season shifted to fall were beautiful and surreal. It is really a gem of hidden projects. Though it was getting cold, Tim was always very accommodating, ensuring that I (and everyone) was happy and okay/warm and… read more
25 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Christina)
christina was great help to me she was here four weeks very quite kind hard working self motived thank you christina good luck on your journey
(Excellent
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5 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Martin )
oh martin what a great time it was with you here it was great to hear about Scotland and to listen to you talk thanks for all your help i wish you all the best on your travels
(Excellent
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5 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Chris)
Chris was a great help he was here about a month always ready to work one of the best things about chris is he plays music very nice person to have around thanks chris and good luck on your journey
(Excellent
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5 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Chris) for host
Such a wonderful place to stay, hidden away in the midst of a gorgeous national forest. Tim is very knowledgeable and hardworking, a great teacher of all the skills and tricks necessary to survive in the woods. I had a blast chopping firewood and learning how to live without modern conveniences. An abundance of natural beauty surrounds the… read more
13 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Rodrigo) for host
I had an amazing time working with Tim! I learned so much about the work that living off-the-grid requires and his place is just beautiful! Completely surrounded by nature. There's a lot of green area to hike around and explore. He even has an outdoors hot tub. Tim is a great guy, has great stories from his trips around the world and is always… read more
13 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Rodrigo)
thank you so much for all your help best of luck to you on your travels
(Excellent
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