Join our small family of three and help with some garden projects in Tamworth, Ontario, Canada

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  Description

  Hello! We are a small family of three. Myself (mom, animal care-taker, gardener), my partner Patrick (handy-man), Max (9 yr old, tree climber, soccer player, animal lover) and we live in an off-grid cabin on a private lake with 300 acres of forest. Our land was a hunt camp for the past 50 years we have transformed it into a place of peace and sanctuary for humans and animals alike. We are looking for some nature loving, handy and strong hands to help with building projects, trail making, tree maintenance, and whatever else might pop up.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Teaching

  DIY and building projects

  General Maintenance
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  The benefits for being at our place is obviously the peace and tranquillity of nature. My partner is a great builder and handy guy, so definitely can teach some building skills. We are all vegan and are happy to share any lifestyle skills to transform to a cruelty free lifestyle and way of eating,

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  We always have a building project on go! Currently we are building an outdoor kitchen, some outhouses and camping platforms. The list of projects is endless and it is only my husband working away most of the time. So he needs help. We are also always in the middle of clearing some fallen trees, building a cabin, staining a deck, working in the garden, educating our son, the list goes on. Since we home school our son, if there is anything that he can learn from visitor's that a bonus!

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  French: Intermediate
  Spanish: Beginner

  This host offers a language exchange
  We would love to learn more French and Spanish. Especially our 9 yr old son!
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  Accommodation

  Depending on the time of year and availability, our guests could stay in our camper, in our beautiful bunkie which is a rental unit usually, or in a tent. All meals can be shared with us. All meals will ALWAYS BE VEGAN.

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  What else ...

  Please note that this is our sanctuary where we do as little harm to animals and the planet as possible. All cleaning and bathroom supplies must be eco-friendly and biodegradable. The forest and the lake must not be polluted in anyway. No hunting or fishing is EVER allowed on the property. No trees are to be cut down with full consent. No domestic animals are allowed to run loose on the property and no wildlife are to be disturbed at any time. Our property and home is fully vegan therefore we ask that no animal products be brought onto the property.
  
  We are very isolated in the woods from any other houses or towns. The closest town is 10km away. The closest large town to catch a bus or train, or get more essential supplies is 35kms away. A car is needed to get anywhere. We can pick you up when you arrive if you don't have a car and you will be welcome to join us on our weekly grocery trips.
  
  Our typical routine is us spending most of our time at home, working on projects, homeschooling our son, caring for the animals currently in our care, gardening, hiking, swimming, and canoeing. We are quiet people who, like to chat, but we also enjoy our privacy and go to bed early.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  The cell reception can be a bit spotty but usually fine. The wifi is only within our house or on our deck. So guests will have to use it while visiting since they will not be staying in our house. (our house is too small for guests).

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  Space for parking camper vans

  Yes this would work perfectly! we have space to park.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  Pets can only come if they are always kept on leash since we share this land with wildlife and don't want anyone hurt or scared. Also pets can only come if the guests come with their own accommodation ie, camper or tent.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  Hours expected

  Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week