Seeking a couple to help with some projects on our hobby farm in Duncan, BC, Canada

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  Description

  We are a busy house with 3 boys, 10yo and a pair of 12yo’s .
  There are lots of opportunities to practice language and various levels of skill.
  lots of small/big jobs to be done as it’s been hard to find time.
  We like to have fun, who doesn’t.
  We enjoy campfires and BBQing, the kids are in school and enjoy going to the local pool and adventures to see their grandmothers.
  dad is currently recovering from back injury and mom is has re-joined the workforce.
  We have a small acreage that we have been slowly moving toward a hobby farm.
  We have some egg laying chickens and some pigs that are more in the pet category. We enjoy BBQ’s and are learning to smoke our own meat.
  Would like some sheep in the near future, that requires some fencing and a small shed/barn
  
  There are many activities to do locally, we are walking distance to forest and beach walks, mountain bike trails within riding distance.
  
  Ideal candidates would have at least 1 candidate be willing to get paid training and be willing to work some extra hours with the boys, getting them to help with farm chores.
  
  We believe regenerative farming as a sustainable way to eat healthy food and respect the land building healthy soil and fresh veggies
  
  But we will accept most applicants who are brave enough to accept a challenge 😂🤣😂

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Language practice

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Farmstay help

  Babysitting and creative play

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  What's this?
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  We are a sort of typical family, living a sort of typical life.
  Both parents have travelled, but have been very busy with our energetic family.
  With all the abundance of nature the local area has to offer it’s hard to go wrong.
  
  With the kids being language delay family times are interesting and rewarding when you find or have a click.
  
  There are so many adventures available right at the doorstep, lovely ocean view forest walks, beaches. Small town but close to big things also.
  Sailing is a potential.?

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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

  There are many task to be considered.
  Farm fencing
  Mini barn building (sheds really)
  Home improvements.
  Machine maintenance
  To many different to list, although a list could be provided.
  -Last weekend we got to use a refurbished soil sifter to get the garden beds started, a 2 day job that has been in the works for a few weeks.
  
  Since the injury James’ power has been reduced significantly but the will is still there are many chances to learn new skills, think outside the box and more importantly do them hands on.
  
  Preference for a couple where one is ready to help managing meals willingness to work around some sweet kids who are all ready to fight for attention in their own way.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Croatian: Beginner
  Dutch: Beginner

  This host offers a language exchange
  Dad knows some Dutch and mom some Croatian but has been a long time without use.
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  Accommodation

  Camping trailer as house can be very busy.
  Open to food needs, interested in learning new cuisine.
  We make our own sourdough and always hoping the kids pick up a new taste bud along the way.

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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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  Space for parking camper vans

  Camping trailer pictured in profile

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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