Join our vegan farm on the beautiful island of Hawaii and help us save the fruit trees

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  • Description

    Description

    Who are we?

    We are a vegan*️️️️️️️️️️️️️️ organic fruit farm on the Big Island of Hawai'i.
    Although the fruit forest hosts nearly 100 varieties of tropical fruit trees, currently many are in need of help as the jungle is encroaching on them and blocking out the sun.

    Presently the farm tasks and activities are focused on saving the fruit trees. Other work include harvesting, propagation, land maintenance, construction, gardening and more. Most of what we do is physical in nature and we appreciate visitors who are fit and ready to get their hands dirty. No previous farming or physical labour experience is required, just a willingness to jump in to help the trees thrive again.
    Hort and Ag students most welcome to apply.

    Accommodations here are bali style huts, often shared. Depending on our availability we may be able to arrange options for couples. Though there is no running water or electricity in the huts, we do have access to both in our community area. We have an outdoor community kitchen and an indoor community hang-out space. We are completely off-grid, so we try to be aware of our resources and careful to use them wisely.

    We are located in the Puna district of the Big Island. There is hiking and some beautiful places to explore within walking distance of the farm. Other tourist attractions in the area include Volcanoes National Park, beaches mostly on the west side of the island and viewing of the recent lava flow. We are 10 miles from the nearest small town, Pahoa and about 30 miles from Hilo, one of the larger cities on the Island and the city most of our visitors fly into.


    *️️️️️️️️️️️️️️While we do not consume any animal products on the farm, not everyone fully embraces a vegan ethic.*️️️️️️️️️️️️️️

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    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

    Our visitors experience a sense of real Hawaii and are encouraged to research the history of Hawaii both pre-european and colonial. Many people find this Hawaii Island fascinating and rich in history.

  • Help

    Help

    Using a machete or weed-wacker to cut cane grass, mowing, fire ant control, harvesting fruits, fruit tree care, use of Korean Natural Farming techniques, cleaning community areas, painting and construction help.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Basic shared agricultural accommodation with an outdoor kitchen, showers, compost toilets. Cabins are screened and offer comfortable beds.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Visitors often spend their time off relaxing in nature, enjoying local food and farmers markets.
    Sometimes we take road trips to enjoy this wonderful islands nature. Or a walk along Beach Road without having to drive, down through the Mango Forest is stunning. You don't have to go far to we wowed by nature here!

  • 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

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • ...

    Hours expected

    24 hours per week

Host ref number: 517845528521

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