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Hello! my name is Shannon and I live off grid on Little Atlin Lake, about 1 hour from Whitehorse on a large property. We enjoy large dinners together and enjoy the outdoors and projects on the property. So much to explore here. Fishing, hiking, swimming can be done right from the property with White Mountain across the street. I am looking for someone who wants to be immersed in the Lodge life out here and wants to help out with Greenhouse projects, DIY, building projects, getting firewood, cleaning, dog care or other tasks. It’s a very fun environment with lots of visitors and a welcoming atmosphere.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Van life
Technology
Politics / Social justice
Sustainability
Self development
Pets
Movies & TV
Events & social
Culture
Plant care
Music
Languages
Gardening
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Winter sports
Water sports
Sailing / Boating
Nature
Mountain
Fitness
Cycling
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travelers will learn from myself, a long time Yukoner about DIY and building projects, learn english and learn about the area and the Yukon. I am happy to tell travelers about the area and provide a fun opportunity to learn how to live off grid and meet locals. I am happy to teach some basic maintenance skills as well. We are 1 hour from Whitehorse, so it is a bit of a remote placement. Be prepared to enjoy life out here in the remote quietness of the Yukon. It is not easy to get around unless you have a car. If you require lots of trips to the city then this might be a challenging placement for you.
Help
I am looking for help with small building projects, maintenance, help around the house and with dogs, cleaning, cooking, firewood and gardening.
I am looking for flexible, adaptable, hard working and fun individuals interested in being a part of our community.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
German: BeginnerThis 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
Accommodations are a nice room in the main Lodge. Access to laundry, shower , large kitchen and high quality food and some outdoor gear.
What else ...
Helpers are welcome to take time off to explore the area to see local sights. Equipment can be borrowed for this as well. The lake and surrounding area is beautiful and helpers should take advantage of being out here.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
You can definitely work remotely here. I do! We have Starlink wifi and cell service.
Space for parking camper vans
I have lots of room here on the property and a nice open field to park an RV
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 552826397572
Feedback (24)
2 Jun 2025
Left by Workawayer (Georgia & Bryda) for host
Shannon has mastered the art of being a workaway host!
Shannon really does provide a home away from home and we had a great experience staying with her, Karl, and lots of other lovely volunteers for a month.
The work was varied, and Shannon made sure that we got to experience and learn about things that we were interested in, along with some… read more
Shannon really does provide a home away from home and we had a great experience staying with her, Karl, and lots of other lovely volunteers for a month.
The work was varied, and Shannon made sure that we got to experience and learn about things that we were interested in, along with some… read more
30 Mar 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Emmanuel)
Manu was amazing to have at the lodge. We kept discovering so many skills he had! He helped us with mechanical maintenance on our snow machines and chainsaws. He has such a diverse background and experience. He could run the chainsaw in the bush and even on the last day he was here, tested this old welder I had and showed me how to use it. He… read more
(Excellent
)
30 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Emmanuel) for host
J’ai réalisé un rêve d’enfant en venant dans le Grand Nord Canadien , je ne pouvais pas espérer mieux que de me trouver chez Shannon et Karl pour le vivre .
Cela a été une expérience incroyable d’un point de vue de la découverte de cette région et d’un point de vue humain . Shannon et Karl sont des personnes avec un très grand cœur , ils font… read more
Cela a été une expérience incroyable d’un point de vue de la découverte de cette région et d’un point de vue humain . Shannon et Karl sont des personnes avec un très grand cœur , ils font… read more
14 Mar 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Mark)
Mark was so great to have here at the lodge. He is such a nice calm presence and really kind and open person. He stayed with us over Christmas and January as well. We had great times having dinners and talking around the dinner table. He was always eager to help out and do whatever task you needed. He helped me out a lot here. He got along with us… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Mark) for host
This stay was a transformative experience for me. Shannon and Karl have built something truly incredible in this remote part of the world.
I could write an essay on how special this place is. But it's probably more impactful that I just implore everyone to take the opportunity and dive head first into this workaway experience. I adored it so much… read more
I could write an essay on how special this place is. But it's probably more impactful that I just implore everyone to take the opportunity and dive head first into this workaway experience. I adored it so much… read more
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2 Jun 2025
Left by Workawayer (Georgia & Bryda) for host
Shannon has mastered the art of being a workaway host!
Shannon really does provide a home away from home and we had a great experience staying with her, Karl, and lots of other lovely volunteers for a month.
The work was varied, and Shannon made sure that we got to experience and learn about things that we were interested in, along with some… read more
Shannon really does provide a home away from home and we had a great experience staying with her, Karl, and lots of other lovely volunteers for a month.
The work was varied, and Shannon made sure that we got to experience and learn about things that we were interested in, along with some… read more
30 Mar 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Emmanuel)
Manu was amazing to have at the lodge. We kept discovering so many skills he had! He helped us with mechanical maintenance on our snow machines and chainsaws. He has such a diverse background and experience. He could run the chainsaw in the bush and even on the last day he was here, tested this old welder I had and showed me how to use it. He… read more
(Excellent)
30 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Emmanuel) for host
J’ai réalisé un rêve d’enfant en venant dans le Grand Nord Canadien , je ne pouvais pas espérer mieux que de me trouver chez Shannon et Karl pour le vivre .
Cela a été une expérience incroyable d’un point de vue de la découverte de cette région et d’un point de vue humain . Shannon et Karl sont des personnes avec un très grand cœur , ils font… read more
Cela a été une expérience incroyable d’un point de vue de la découverte de cette région et d’un point de vue humain . Shannon et Karl sont des personnes avec un très grand cœur , ils font… read more
14 Mar 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Mark)
Mark was so great to have here at the lodge. He is such a nice calm presence and really kind and open person. He stayed with us over Christmas and January as well. We had great times having dinners and talking around the dinner table. He was always eager to help out and do whatever task you needed. He helped me out a lot here. He got along with us… read more
(Excellent)
4 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Mark) for host
This stay was a transformative experience for me. Shannon and Karl have built something truly incredible in this remote part of the world.
I could write an essay on how special this place is. But it's probably more impactful that I just implore everyone to take the opportunity and dive head first into this workaway experience. I adored it so much… read more
I could write an essay on how special this place is. But it's probably more impactful that I just implore everyone to take the opportunity and dive head first into this workaway experience. I adored it so much… read more
14 Mar 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Florian)
Florian was a next level helper. He was positive to have around but also took on any task with enthusiasm and did it better than i could have. He got along so well with us and the 4 other helpers we had here at the time. It was a really great atmosphere. Florian really took on perfecting his bread recipe and often had dinner cooking with dessert… read more
(Excellent)
14 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Florian) for host
Alright... it will be super complicated to sum up that really amazing workaway experience.
During it, I know that it was really really great but this is really at the end of it that you truly realized how lucky you have been !
One thing to say : just go and do not hesitate one second !
Shannon is an amazing person, charismatic, generous,… read more
During it, I know that it was really really great but this is really at the end of it that you truly realized how lucky you have been !
One thing to say : just go and do not hesitate one second !
Shannon is an amazing person, charismatic, generous,… read more
21 Dec 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Ellen & George)
Ellen and George are an amazing team who bring good vibes and hard work to whatever they do. We had them here during October and November and we really enjoyed having them here and they were great help. They would think about what was needed before I would ask for it aznd just have it done. We left the property for a weekend away and felt totally… read more
(Excellent)
15 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Philipp & Christin)
I was so glad to have Philipp and Christin stay with us. They helped so much in the spring and early summer when it is very busy with project work and getting things set up for wedding season. They made special trips with me into Whitehorse to help me set up event tents, going above and beyond. They are really kind, fun and relaxed people to have… read more
(Excellent)
11 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Philipp & Christin) for host
We spent approximately three weeks at Shannon’s property in June 2024 and we liked it so much that we came back for a second short stay.
Our tasks were divers and like in the description. We did for example some gardening, maintenance, took care of the dog and did housekeeping like cleaning and cooking. The distribution of the tasks can be… read more
Our tasks were divers and like in the description. We did for example some gardening, maintenance, took care of the dog and did housekeeping like cleaning and cooking. The distribution of the tasks can be… read more
15 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Justine & Antoine)
Justine and Antoine are everything you would want in helpers and friends! They are so kind, thoughtful and energetic. We really loved hosting them here and they helped us so much. They have a lot of skills already and can also learn new ones quickly. Also very self motivated. Antoine took it upon himself to do some needed maintenance in my bobcat.… read more
(Excellent)
14 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Justine & Antoine) for host
AMAZIIIIING ! I have no words, it was just the greatest experience we have ever had. Shannon and Karl are the loveliest couple we met. They are friendly, funny, welcoming. We definitely felt like home and had an awesome time at the lodge, helping in the house, cleaning the cabins, chopping wood, cutting wood, burning wood (yeah!!), painting and… read more
5 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Silvan) for host
I stayed at the lodge for a month in spring 2024. Shannon and her partner Karl are great hosts, energetic and sociable. Their place is in the middle of nowhere, right at the lakeshore, surrounded by thick coniferous forest. The large off-grid house has all the amenities of a city house, even with fast and reliable internet. So, in a way, one gets… read more
5 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sara & Xavier)
I was lucky enough to host Sara and Xavi in January this year and it was wonderful to have them. They are such a warm and positive couple they were delightful to have. We had a lot of great conversations around the dinner table. They really got into making bread and Sara showed us a way better method of baking bread. We have her recipe on our wall… read more
(Excellent)
5 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandra & Arthur)
Alex and Arthur were wonderful to have at the Lodge. They are so easy going and willing to help out however they can. When they were here I didn't have to worry about much as they just knew what to do before I would even ask. We enjoyed having them here as they have good energy and positive attitudes. They took great care of my dog Pepper and kept… read more
(Excellent)
5 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Alexandra & Arthur) for host
We spent a month and half at Shannon's place and we loved the place and their people.
The house, with the lake just by is amazing, we loved ice fishing, riding the snowmobile and seeing all this northern lights!
Shannon and Karl are 2 really kind persons, it was a pleasure to work, eat and spend good times with them.
There is lot of different… read more
The house, with the lake just by is amazing, we loved ice fishing, riding the snowmobile and seeing all this northern lights!
Shannon and Karl are 2 really kind persons, it was a pleasure to work, eat and spend good times with them.
There is lot of different… read more
5 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
Jens and Peggy were fabulous helpers at the Lodge. They were very engaging and we had lots of nice conversations around the dinner table. They were always eager to help out and learn about the area. They helped me so much with the tasks around here and giving the place a really cozy atmosphere leading up to Christmas. Peggy baked cookies and made… read more
(Excellent)
5 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
We stayed at Shannon's place for about 4 weeks in November 2023 and were very satisfied with it. Shannon picked us up in Whitehorse and took us into here off-grid winter-wonder-land. We soon learned that even at an off-grid place nothing is missing: electric light, running warm water and a cosy atmosphere in the house. Upon our arrival Shannon… read more
30 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jennifer & Rodrigo) for host
We spent 3 weeks with Shannon, and it was an incredible experience. We were able to experience off-grid life in the Yukon. Additionally, Shannon is very flexible and adapts to your volunteer experience and preferences. We could watch Northern Lights, visit near places and ice skating. The best part is sharing family dinners and spending time… read more
19 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah)
Hannah was an amazing helper to us here at the Lodge! She works very hard and learns quickly. She did a variety of work from cleaning, baking bread (it was amazing) to hauling firewood out of the forest, running a chainsaw and driving the ATV. She was a natural and already had ATV/ trailer skills so it was easy for her. She was happy to try… read more
(Excellent)
7 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Hannah) for host
Thank you so much again for the awesome month I had at the lodge. Being the most of the time in the forest, getting firewood in and cut it afterwards with the chainsaw was great. Of course driving the atv and learn how to back up with the trailer too. I felt so welcome right from the beginning and everyone tried to make the time as nice as it was.… read more
19 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (lukass91)
Lukas was an amazing helper here at our Lodge, and we are lucky enough to have him back for a few weeks in December now! Lukas takes on any job you give him and learns quickly. He is really smart and can figure most things out without a lot of direction. So he was a real help to us. He learned how to run a chainsaw safely and efficiently, helping… read more
(Excellent)
16 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (lukass91) for host
Shannon is a lovely host. She has a lot of work around the lodge and house, so you won't get bored for sure. She takes the time to explain you your tasks, so that you can do them independently and safely. Her property, located directly at the lake is beautiful and you can hike up the White Mountain close by. We had a lot of great shared dinners… read more
30 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Thibault) for host
What a wonderful month I had at Shannon !
The environment is so pleasant and Shannon and Karl are so adorable and sunny !
I've loved my life working in this little corner of paradise by the lake.
Friends, neighbors, Aashika, Pepper, Laïka... Everyone has been fabulous !
Thanks Shannon, you're great !
Thank you for your joie de vivre, your… read more
The environment is so pleasant and Shannon and Karl are so adorable and sunny !
I've loved my life working in this little corner of paradise by the lake.
Friends, neighbors, Aashika, Pepper, Laïka... Everyone has been fabulous !
Thanks Shannon, you're great !
Thank you for your joie de vivre, your… read more
29 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Laetitia)
It was so great having Laetitia at the Lodge! She is such a hard worker and knows what to do before you even ask. Always taking on little tasks above and beyond what you asked her to do and with enthusiasm. She really enjoyed helping out here. She did a lot while she was here, like staining wood for the sauna, helping putting in the dock, stacking… read more
(Excellent)
16 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Laetitia) for host
Such an amazing time at Shannon's lodge ! Shannon made me feel home right away. She is so kind, with a very positive energy. I liked spending time with her, Karl and Aashika who lives in a cabin closed to the lodge.
It's such a beautiful place, very cosy with the lake in front of you. It's quiet, peaceful, stunning environment!!
I loved working… read more
It's such a beautiful place, very cosy with the lake in front of you. It's quiet, peaceful, stunning environment!!
I loved working… read more
18 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lasse & Karina) for host
We had a nice time at Shannon's property. It is right next to the little Atlin Lake and has a beautiful lake view!
We helped Shannon with making fire wood and little maintenance tasks. Our highlight of the day was always having supper together and playing bananagrams.
Shannon often has guests around. Not because her two rentable cabins but also… read more
We helped Shannon with making fire wood and little maintenance tasks. Our highlight of the day was always having supper together and playing bananagrams.
Shannon often has guests around. Not because her two rentable cabins but also… read more
11 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lasse & Karina)
Lasse and Karina came to stay with me in April last minute as I had an opening. I was so lucky that it worked out as they were so much help! Lasse and Karina have some really interesting skills that I don't normally come across. They were able to take on technical jobs so easily. I barely had to explain what I needed. For example, I had a stuck… read more
(Excellent)
11 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa)
Lisa and her cousin Emma came to the Lodge in March 2023 and it was so amazing to have them both here. Lisa and Emma took on any task I gave them, was eager to learn how to do the task it and do it well. They were always offering help and doing more than expected. They would have cleaned the house and made dinner before I even stepped in the door!… read more
(Excellent)
13 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
Shannon was the best host we could have ever had. The place is truly beautiful and we enjoyed every day of our staying there.
Working with her was always fun and she let us be part of her projects and take care of them, trusting us totally.
We enjoyed helping her in the House (cleaning, tidying, baking bread, cooking), cutting and working with… read more
Working with her was always fun and she let us be part of her projects and take care of them, trusting us totally.
We enjoyed helping her in the House (cleaning, tidying, baking bread, cooking), cutting and working with… read more
16 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Victor & Mathilde ) for host
More than we imagined and expected ! What experience !
Shannon is a beautiful and friendly person with a really good welcoming. Her lodge is your lodge.
A lot of trust shared throughout the stay. She is always available and we spend good time together. She wanted to learn to us a lot of things every time with fun. We did a lot of new things.
A… read more
Shannon is a beautiful and friendly person with a really good welcoming. Her lodge is your lodge.
A lot of trust shared throughout the stay. She is always available and we spend good time together. She wanted to learn to us a lot of things every time with fun. We did a lot of new things.
A… read more
11 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel & Julia)
Daniel and Julia were so great to have around at the Lodge. They helped me immensely! They would fix things or make things easier for me without asking. They thought of things that I hadn't before too. Julia created a map of a walk for my dog for the next helpers, baked bread everyday and organized everything so well. Daniel took to wood splitting… read more
(Excellent)
18 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Daniel & Julia) for host
We had such a wonderful time at Shannon's lodge. From the first minute we felt welcome and like home in the lodge. We had a lovely room for ourselves with a great view and enjoyed the community of pepper! (Her dog)
We learnt to drive the snow machine and an atv and helped with the firewood and around the house. We also walked often with the dogs… read more
We learnt to drive the snow machine and an atv and helped with the firewood and around the house. We also walked often with the dogs… read more
2 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (ELODIE) for host
I stayed at Shannon's place for almost 3 weeks and it was amazing. I enjoyed a lot working at the lodge with the wood and the cabin, discovering the Yukon life, helping Shannon for all her tasks. Shannon is a excellent host, communicative, helpful and the balance with the rest time is good. I would love to come again if i have the opportunity to.… read more
21 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (ELODIE)
Elodie was a great help to me in the fall of 2022! It was lovely to have her around and she enjoys working hard and a good laugh. Elodie would see what needed to be done and would do it which was so helpful. She helped around the house beyond the regular work day and took on any tasks I would ask of her without issue. I would greatly recommend… read more
(Excellent)
16 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Agnes) for host
I stayed with Shannon for three weeks and I really enjoyed my stay at Shannon’s beautiful lodge. I did some housekeeping at the cabins, took the cute dog for walks, helped with firewood and general maintenance.
We always shared great home cooked meals together with a great laugh! I’m leaving the lodge with lots of new yukoner skills and Shannon… read more
We always shared great home cooked meals together with a great laugh! I’m leaving the lodge with lots of new yukoner skills and Shannon… read more
21 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Agnes)
Agnes was such a lovely addition to the Lodge family. She is so fun and positive. She would easily handle any task I asked her to do and would go above and beyond too! She has good skills with tools and happy to try new tasks she was not familiar with. She would always help around the house without asking and cook wonderful dishes. I would highly… read more
(Excellent)
21 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Luke)
Luke was great to have out at my Lodge! He is an incredibly hard worker and has great skills with tools. He would jump at any project I asked him to tackle, and if he didn't know how he would research and figure it out in no time. He was always game to try something new and always helped around the house after the workday was done. He also makes a… read more
(Excellent)
20 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Luke) for host
Shannon, a fantastic and exceedingly generous host, offered a warm welcome & memorable experience in her little piece of paradise at the foot of Mount White.
Along with the other helpers at the lodge we enjoyed many great meals, cold beers, and fun conversations. The accommodation was warm, comfortable, and very homely. The views and scenery,… read more
Along with the other helpers at the lodge we enjoyed many great meals, cold beers, and fun conversations. The accommodation was warm, comfortable, and very homely. The views and scenery,… read more
8 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jim & Rahel)
We hosted Rahel for 2 weeks at the Lodge and she was amazing to have around! She fit right in and was really helpful right away. She is very easy going and eager to learn and help in all aspects. She quickly learned how to run a chainsaw and drive the ATV. She was fun to have around too. We spend our evenings around the dinner table and having… read more
(Excellent)
7 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jim & Rahel) for host
I had such a great time with Shannon, Hayley and Pepper. I felt welcomed and like home pretty soon. The beerfest was for sure a extraordinary experience, with all the people and the music! We did a lot of firewood, took some out of the woods with the ATV and cut it with the chainsaw. I felt like it was a good balance of work and free time. To go… read more
10 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Perrine) for host
Why I loved my stay at this Lodge :
*Feels like home : Shannon welcome you so well that you feel at home in a sec.
*Generous & enthusiastic women run that place. You can learn from them, and Shannon has always an idea.
*My Canadien "cliché" dream became true : living by the lake in a wonderful cabin, cutting wood.
Positive energy & love are… read more
*Feels like home : Shannon welcome you so well that you feel at home in a sec.
*Generous & enthusiastic women run that place. You can learn from them, and Shannon has always an idea.
*My Canadien "cliché" dream became true : living by the lake in a wonderful cabin, cutting wood.
Positive energy & love are… read more
8 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (JustineFaure)
Justine was reliable, willing to help and fun to be around. She is very capable of any task you give her. She is very respectful and was could see what needed to be done and did it. She also cooked for us and made delicious breads and desserts! I wish she could have stayed longer. I would highly recommend Justine.
(Excellent)
8 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (JustineFaure) for host
I had such an amazing experience here. It wasn't planned on my trip, but things changed and Shannon welcomed me and my friend on a last minute stay, and it was for sure one of the best workaway I've experienced ! Shannon and Hayley are just wonderful souls, kind, respectful and strong womens! They made us feel at home right away!
Shannon owns the… read more
Shannon owns the… read more
