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Looking for HOME-SITTERS in 2022 (2 friends or couple only) for the following period (including 2-3 days with us to learn how to run the Farm) 15-26 July. Dates can be slightly flexible.
Our farm is remote and off-the-grid and we are looking for people with experience with animals and a rural lifestyle. You also need you own transportation, there is no public transportation to our area.
We homestead in a remote beautiful area of Central Yukon, 15km outside the Town of Faro. We have 6 dogs, 3 horses, a few hens and a big vegetable garden in the summer. For our energy needs we use solar and wind generators and wood for heat. We are 2 middle-aged adults with no children, both passionate about the outdoors and very active. Doug worked as a Park Ranger and Yasmine is a keen naturalist who guided hiking and canoeing tours. We are animal lovers and do our best to lead a life based on respect for nature and all living beings.
Please note that we are fully vaccinated and that we would prefer home-sitter that are too, as Doug has a chronic condition that puts him at risk.
Gardening
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
This is a unique opportunity to experience and off-the-grid homestead in the wilderness of Central Yukon. We offer all food and meals to our volunteers and can accommodate vegetarians and meat eaters alike. We bake a lot and make our own bread. We will gladly teach you how to make delicious bread yourself. Please note that our diet is mostly plant-based and that we do not eat meat everyday. Our surroundings are stunning, there is lots of wildlife (which means that you have to pay attention and follow safety rules) and there are beautiful opportunities for hiking, biking and x-country skiing in the surroundings. You will learn to be self-sufficient, to garden in sometimes challenging conditions, and to be deeply connected to nature and the elements. We are open, curious and friendly people who enjoy sharing our knowledge and welcome new ideas!
We are looking for reliable and caring home-sitters at times when we are gone. You need to have experience with animals and with a rural life style. You also need to be fluent in English as you will be here alone and need to be able to communicate without difficulties in case of an emergency. You will be in charge of feeding the animals, putting the horses away for the night, keeping the house clean, looking after the garden and any other tasks that might be needed periodically. There will still be lots of time for you to enjoy the beautiful wilderness around us.
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
In the summer, you will stay in a cute Guest Cabin. It has comfy beds with duvets, a wood stove, a small cooking area and an outdoor fire pit and picnic table. In the winter and when we are absent, you will be hosted in the house in our guest room.
In the house, we offer full access to our kitchen, shower, and we have cell service via a signal booster. We have an outhouse.
All food is provided by us and we cook and eat dinner with our guests.
There is no public transportation to our Farm and you should have your own vehicle. We have no internet and use our cell phone to connect to internet. We do not have a regular phone (land line). We have an outhouse, a TV, lots of books and movies, a shower and running water in the house.
This position is for people who are at peace with themselves in nature. For some people, our Farm will be too lonely, for others, staying here will be the experience of a life-time. You are welcome to contact us and get as much information as possible to find out if this is a good fit for you!
Please also note that we have zero tolerance for drug use (even cannabis) and alcohol abuse.
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Lots of space is available
Two
in the summer 4-5 hours daily
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