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Description
We are a Non-Profit Organization in the process of building an Ocean conservation and whale sanctuary for a northern resident orca who was captured from her home waters and placed into captivity 54 Years ago. She is the only orca in captivity that we know where her family is located. We are off-grid on an uninhabited island in the Broughton Archipelago located in Canada.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are located on Namgis First Nations Territory. Here you will have a chance to learn about the history of their culture and land while learning about the health of marine mammals on our front doorstep.
Help
We are looking for a variety of skilled tradespeople for this coming spring and summer to help with the rebuild of the sanctuary. Someone who showcases integrity, motivation and inspiration to volunteer their time to help our sanctuary's mission of creating a whale sanctuary for captive orcas.
If you think you might be an asset and can contribute to our project we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV, why you want to join us, and how you heard about Corky!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
shared room with bathroom and shower with hot water on demand.
Shared kitchen with wood stove
Access to lodge
Access to dock and cold water plunges in the ocean!
What else ...
There is plenty of nature and culture to explore. You will be up close and personal with the flora and fauna in the Pacific Northwest while experiencing what the spring and summer seasons have to offer.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Inquire about ideas, we have Starlink internet!
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Blanco (2 years)
Age Unknown - He's from Baja- Timid, and gaining confidence. Very sweet mannerisms.
Isla Vida (2 years)
Loves humans
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It has been an absolute honor to work as a cook here, and I am profoundly thankful for the opportunity to… read more
I don't know what you expect from a workaway but you are not ready for what you are going to experience here.
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It has been an absolute honor to work as a cook here, and I am profoundly thankful for the opportunity to… read more
I don't know what you expect from a workaway but you are not ready for what you are going to experience here.
A human adventure, an adventure with the wild life and this special atmosphere that surrounds you. You are immersed deep within yourself, emotionally, spiritually and physically on an incredible adventure.
The people at… read more
