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Hello! We are a coastal family of 4 living off the grid on a Gulf Island called Lasqueti (Xwe'etay). Our homestead is on a secluded 16 acre property where grow our own produce, hunt and fish. It is accessed by private boat or foot passenger ferry that leaves French Creek on Vancouver Island five days a week.
We deeply value our close knit eclectic community and live in harmony with the seasons, land and sea. Our Island is safe haven for generations of families, stewards of the land, and innovative visionaries~ we are very proud to call ourselves "Lasquetian's."
Open to solo traveler's, or couples with children, we are looking for enthusiastic individuals who work independently and collaboratively. The diversity of our passion projects and chores include: greenhouse gardening, DIY carpentry, construction cleanup, yard maintenance, and the construction of a mobile food safe kitchen.
We start our days and chores early so that we can enjoy our afternoons relaxing adventuring and cooking a delicious dinner. We love to share farm to table meals and have potlucks with family and friends. A full kitchen is provided in the accommodation which includes basic kitchen necessities for your cooking pleasure. I am also happy to provide some meals which can be negotiated before hand depending on length of stay and number of 'workawayers'. For more info please feel free to reach out.
Note: There is a very small selection of groceries at "Provisions" - our cafe/ general store, so be sure to plan ahead. You can also hit the farmers market on Saturday's for goodies and a few farm stands.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Island born and raised we are happy to share our histories and stories about the local history and our foils and fables of living off the grid for over 30 years. The skills we can share include, organic gardening methods, information about the local flora and fauna, how to process fresh caught fish and island harvested meat.
The summer on Lasqueti Island is a magical time when the community gathers for all kinds of fun events! The Saturday Farmer's Market, Fireman's Picnic, Arts Fest, live music at the local pub, beach picnics, potlucks, sauna gatherings, ultimate frisbe, to name a few; all social hubs where you could meet local islanders.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Our wish list includes help in the 2 large greenhouses, tending to the outdoor veggie patch, general yard work, construction cleanup around our newly built home and fun DIY carpentry projects.
If interested - a specialty project (that requires a jack or jill of all trades) requires assembling a shipping container into a food safe kitchen. I have all the materials including the commercial appliances , flooring ect. on site.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
English is our first language, and are currently learning Spanish! Would love to host a Spanish speaker/speakers.
Accommodation
Accommodation:
~One 34 foot, furnished travel trailer that can sleep up to 2 adults and 2 children. It comes with hot running water, a fully set up kitchen with oven, one queen and one spare fold away bed, bedding provided.
~Outdoor shower, bathtub and sink
~Outhouse only
~A large covered deck/ living space/ outdoor kitchen with a large fridge connected to the trailer- perfect for BBQing and lounging on hot summer days and nights.
~Spacious yard that is kid friendly with a nearby tree fort, zip line and swing.
~Tent and hammock if you wish to sleep under the stars.
Luckily for you... there are no bears, cougars or wolves on the Island- just domestic wild sheep!.
What else ...
Our homestead is located on the south end of Lasqueti Island- a 30 min drive from the False Bay ferry/ "downtown" area where the only pub and cafe are located, and a 2 min drive from the Squity Bay government dock and Provincial Park. It is easy, safe and fun to hitchhike! On occasion I'm more than happy to give you a lift if it works with the schedule. We have a local boat charter business so if the weather permits there is potential for transportation to Vancouver Island and various exciting boating activities such as fishing, whale watching and island hopping.
Fun things to do close to home:
Fishing, hiking, swimming and exploring the many beaches in Squity Bay Provincial Park,
Homestead Rules:
*No cigarette smoking
*Conscientious of waste and power consumption (turn off lights and unplug appliances when not in use.
*Must help with sorting recycling and garbage.
*Keep the gates closed
*Be respectful of privacy as I have a little one that still naps.
Our Family Values:
*Open honest communication.
*Motivated
*Positive Vibes-Chillin'
*Family Meals
*Adventure
*Fun!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Starlink wifi
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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