Learn new skills in our little piece of heaven near Port Severn, Canada

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  Description

  Hi, I’m Billy ( Canadian) and with my partner Tracey (British) we are wanting to share our eco conscious haven in the forest. This beautiful location is in the heart of Muskoka, Canada, which has an abundance of wildlife many types of birds, black bears, coyotes, fox, rabbits, deer and moose, amazing star gazing, natural woodlands, lakes, indigenous history and plenty of peace.
  For the past 22 years, I have devoted my life living as organically possible, at one with Mother Nature and undisturbing the natural environment, all the while working to encourage her growth. I have singlehanded built several cabins on the land, these have been constructed with the wood harvested myself from the forest. Lots of upcycled materials and plenty of love. Several small dug ponds to attract and encourage wildlife, as well as 3km of walking trails. We are in the process of expanding the beautiful organic gardens which we would love help with!
  The property is also blessed to bee the home to a healthy hive of honey bees.
  This is our first year inviting travellers to come and join us for a inspiring stay in a Stunning location.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Art Projects

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Vegetarian or vegan

  

  Sustainability

  

  Self development

  

  LGBTQ

  

  Farming

  

  Culture

  

  Plant care

  

  Photography

  

  Music

  

  History

  

  Gardening

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Carpentry

  

  Books

  

  Astronomy

  

  Architecture

  

  Animals

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Water sports

  

  Sailing / Boating

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Nature

  

  Dancing

  

  Fitness

  

  Hiking

  

  Cycling

  

  Camping

  

  Adventure sports
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  We believe we all learn from each other!
  We both have varying skills/ interests/passions and would love to share our skills and learn from you.
  To share cultural foods and respect all religions.
  To improve spoken English skills.
  Indigenous history.
  Our mission is to inspire all travellers to appreciate Mother Nature and live in the moment.

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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 are looking to attract likeminded nature lovers who have a desire for learning as well as contributing all while being immersed in nature. We are both very easy going people, who have experienced life and travel. Tracey spent many years working with adults and children with Autism within education.
  We have flower and vegetable gardens and plan to create more this summer that we would like your assistance with, but if that is not something you would enjoy, we have lots of other satisfying tasks that your help would be appreciated, maintaining existing structures, helping us maintain and create new trails in the forest, and for your own pleasure foraging.
  If you would like to volunteer 4 hours/ 5 days per week to our vision of a healthier, happier lifestyle, please get in touch!

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent

  This host offers a language exchange
  This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
  You can contact them directly for more information.
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  Accommodation

  Separate 100sq ft custom built insulated cabin with electrics. Outdoor shower and outhouse. A custom wood fired sauna with a lovely view is available as well.
  Meals can be accommodated to your particular dietary needs, we eat mostly vegetarian meals, which we would be happy to provide, outdoor kitchen and bbq.
  Evening meals will be shared family style, all other meals with be “help yourself” .

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  What else ...

  We are located on a beautiful lake in a rural setting on 46 acres of bush surrounded by wild forest. The property has an extensive trail system for meandering in the forest. We have canoes, kayaks and bike available for use. We are happy to arrange for visits to the local areas for supplies and exploring .
  Local transport ( buses/trains) are not available.
  There are numerous fire pits here to sit and enjoy the night skies.
  This experience would mostly suit those wishing to connect with Mother Nature and themselves.

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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

  We have several spots for pitching a tent in the forest but have a separate comfortable modern cabin with electricity.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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