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We are a family that lives on a small farm with a 13 year old daughter that competes in equestrian. We have two sons 23 and 21 that live in their own houses. We own an equestrian resort and HVAC business. We would like to host a young lady between the ages of 18-25 for a big sister experience for our daughter. Must like horses and want to ride with her. Opportunity to develop and train horses under a seasoned show family. This position is best suited to someone who wants to learn how to be a horse trainer and is interested in performance horses.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity WorkGardeningAnimal CareFarmstay helpCreating/ Cooking family mealsHelp around the houseCultural exchange and learning opportunities
Learn all the local history, spend lots of time riding horses in the forest. We hike, bike, ski, roller blade, camp, fish, atv and snowmobile. We would love to share our home with someone who could keep our daughter company. Opportunities to show horses in English and western events.
Help
Train and ride horses under my instruction. We have 9 horses and show actively in English jumping and western events, predominantly in barrel racing. We are willing to share our knowledge in these sports while teaching our young horses. You will have the opportunity to see how show horses are developed and trained from a young age and attend shows and barrel races.
No business help.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
Single family home, private bedroom on a spacious acreage. Meals are prepared and eaten as a family. Most meals are organically grown on our farm except when we get take away. Meals are shared and prepared together. Very high quality food. Excellent internet and cell service. Vehicle provided for those who can drive.
What else ...
Lots of opportunity to socialize and sight see as I’d like the traveller to be around my sons age so they can network with a group of people their own age.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
Can park any size vehicle live on an acreage
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
2-3 hours a day 5 days a week