Inviting Workawayers with creativity! Knowledge of gardening helpful in Denver, USA

United States

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22/06/2021
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2021

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I have collected supplies to create a greenhouse and have fingers crossed I will find the help I need!
i am an alley-picking, table-waiting(COVID furloughed) knitter with a big garden and un-resting creativity. i have a large yard, vegetable and herb. garden. i could use your help weeding ,sowing, harvesting, and preserving its yield through the months of May to August . I recently built a small farm stand in hopes of selling veggies to the neighborhood. I am inviting travelers with creativity, that already have the skills, and knowledge of construction and gardening to come hang and help for a short term in NW Denver.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Colorado is a popular state for vacations, and Denver, it’s capital is a short distance from my home. Music, museums, hikes and history are easily available. I would be happy I share some of the popular and my favorite choices with you.
I have hosted guests from Turkey, France, Italy and the US. I enjoy sharing stories of travel, foods and opening doors to each other’s culture.
Help
*️️️️️️️️️️garden prep and maintenance
*️️️️️️️️️️general yard work, weeding
*️️️️️️️️️️selling and preserving gardens yield
*️️️️️️️️️️would like to build from reclaimed treasures
*️️️️️️️️️️Tree house interior creations, ie tiny house.
*️️️️️ house prep and painting
* turning a stump into a gnome house.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner
Accommodation
The vaulted ceiling room has 2 twin beds in a large living space with an adjoining full bathroom. The room has a separate entrance accessible from the back yard where the vegetable garden, herb garden and chicken coop are located. Access to kitchen, dining and living room is available. I will typically provide 2 meals a day, a continental breakfast and 1 main meal in exchange for 5 hours of daily work.
i can accommodate 2-3 additional persons as there is a tipi and also a "tree house", thanks to Workaway Lazo and Zara , available for sleeping, and it now has steps, thanks to Workaway Eric.
The “casa de pino” and tipi are both in need of repair at this time.
What else ...
My home is located in a NW Denver across from a park with tennis and basketball courts and open space for fun. We are 1 mile away from 3 different hip streets with restaurants, shops, galleries and bars and its only a 15 minute bus ride to downtown Denver from bus stops just 2 blocks away. Rocky Mountain views a daily bonus.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
minimum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week and plan on a 1 -2 week stay.

Photos

More creations

Garden sink constructed from found lumber and the original bathroom sink.

A tiled patio created from recycled and found tiles

A mason bee house, a work of art

Some projects completed : Garage painted and pavers installed under clothesline

Another view of the space.

Your space

Farm stand

Feedback left by and about host (37)

21/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Zhanna & Konstantin) for host

I spent wonderful week in Joanne's place! She is great person to talk with, she taught me about her little nice farm, she introduced me to her family. It was interesting, warm, reach volunteering experience for me. I'm very appreciate to Joanne's attention. I would give Joanne much more my energy and time than I had an opportunity to give.
And I… read more

(Excellent )

10/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Ophelie & Ash)

Thank you Ophelie and Ash. Your never ending eagerness to help was greatly appreciated. My front gardens were a sea of weeds. The blooming flowers are actually visible. Much to their dismay I kept them indoors on the snowy day in May. Their creativity and construction skills will be on display in my vegetable garden. They are kind, considerate. I… read more

(Excellent )

07/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host

My stay with Joanne was my first workaway experience and it was wonderful! She was friendly, understanding, and the setup was nice. I still can't get over how beautiful the shower was. :grin: I loved how artistic her and her family seem to be. Definitely recommend!

(Excellent )

19/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)

Sarah was sweet, kind, respectful and creative. She tackled unfamiliar tasks, brought creativity to the garden and was eager to help in a variety of ways. Thank you for your helping hands.

(Very good )

27/09/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Alex)

ohhhh...alex from france. he fit right into the family. quiet, helpful in the garden and always eager to lend a hand in the kitchen. he helped with a variety of random jobs in the yard and was self motivated. after completing his chores he would hop on the bike we offered and tour downtown denver and other neighborhoods nearby.
i would welcome him… read more

(Excellent )

21/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Alex) for host

I stayed 2 weeks at Joanne's.
It was two really good weeks. I felt welcomed immediately by Joanne, her son and their puppy.
The tasks in the garden were easy and relax.
I really like the house and the garden. Denver is a nice city, you can bike downtown in only 20min from the house.
I had a great time.

(Excellent )

16/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Josh) for host

Joanne and her family were exceptional hosts. I felt welcome from the moment I got there. The living space was beyond my expectations and there were plenty of engaging jobs to help with. I really cherished the shared meals we had. I would be happy to return here again!

(Excellent )

03/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Josh)

Even tho Josh only visited less then 1 week, he was diligent at weeding my vegetable garden. Thanks to his backbreaking weed pulling and knowledge re gardening and soil amendment, I look forward to a plentiful garden next summer. He also helped complete a raised bed and made much needed repairs to my treehouse. I appreciated his self direction.… read more

(Excellent )

09/09/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Janelle )

Thanks Janelle for helping care for our new pup, scavenge the yard for apples and then create some delicious goods. Finishing the lattice painting was top on my list. Thanks for your positive attitude in the mundane tasks.
Joanne

(Excellent )

04/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Joseph) for host

It’s going to be hard to top this workaway. Joanne and her family are awesome people, and i couldn’t ask for a better experience. Would highly reccomend to anyone who want’s a chill and great place to work for a few weeks!

(Excellent )

03/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Joseph)

Joe did so many random jobs in the 2 weeks he stayed with us. It was a pleasure hosting him. He was considerate and respectful in my home.
Ww enjoyed meals, conversation and just hanging out.
He is a fast worker,good with a shovel, a paint brush and tackled building a raised bed. Thanks Joe for your positive attitude.

(Excellent )

26/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (Tamar) for host

Joanne's home was lovely! She was so open to sharing with me her resources, her family, her knowledge of Denver... Staying with her and her son for the first 10 days of my month in Colorado was a wonderful way to get grounded while I got acquainted with this new place. Thank you, Joanne!

(Excellent )

19/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Tamar)

Sweet, kind and thoughtful. It was a pleasure hosting Tamar. She did a variety of odd jobs and helped out in general, just like family. Happy trails.

(Excellent )

19/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Eric)

I was thinking there is nothing this guy can’t do. Construction, computers even recovered a trapped library CD from my car stereo.
I wish him the best on his travels. Thank you for all you did. Your welcome here anytime.

(Excellent )

19/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Kayla)

once a job was described Kayla got right to it, bright and early.
Thank you for your help.

(Good )

11/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Callum)

Respectful and kind, we enjoyed Callums company. He tackled a variety of tasks and together we managed to get the garden planted. Thank you for your hard work in the mundane task of weeding.
Hope we can reconnect when you come back this way.
Joanne

(Excellent )

09/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Callum) for host

Joanne is a wonderful host. Her home & garden are lovely (so are her chickens). I was very comfortable & taken care of. Great conversations with Joanne & her family.

(Excellent )

01/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (Blake) for host

Staying with Joanne was my first Workaway experience and I couldn't imagine having a better host! She was very welcoming, clear about the rules of the house, and generally just wonderful to be around. I am grateful that I had the opportunity to stay at her home.

(Excellent )

19/07/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Blake)

I totally enjoyed sharing my home with Blake and her well behaved dog, Copper. They are both easy going, fun loving and adorable. I would welcome them back anytime!
Blake was creative in her planting, hardworking in the mundane task of weeding and indispensable in the retrieval of my stolen car.Thank you Blake, I hope you let me know when your… read more

(Excellent )

19/07/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Murat)

murat had inquired re a short stay in Denver. The room i have set aside for the workaway program was already booked. I offered him my tipi for sleeping and full use of the house. once he agreed i bought a lamp, fan and power cord to make it a comfortable 4 days. He got right to work clearing debris, creating an edible flower garden and brick… read more

(Excellent )

07/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (Murat) for host

I had great time during my stay at Joanne's beautiful house. First of all she accepted me even with a short notice. She was very flexible and since I was staying only for 4 nights she made sure I had time to explore the area.
There were two other workawayers during my stay and we had great time helping Joanne with basic help in garden. I also… read more

(Excellent )

08/07/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Zoe)

zoe was a joy to be around. she is a hardworking creative individual.
she and her traveling companion fiona handled the mundane weeding with eagerness. not wanting to
bore them too much, i tapped into their creative side and they completed stepping stone mosaics and signage for the
herb garden. thank you girls for your hard work. im eager to… read more

(Excellent )

03/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Zara & Lorenzo ) for host

Joanne's home is a warm and welcoming one. Her space for workawayers (and her home in general!) is beautiful and filled with artistic creations. Staying at her place was an experience for our creativity and senses.

She is such a considerate and thoughtful host. We look forward to seeing her again!

(Excellent )

19/10/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Zara & Lorenzo )

there are not enough positive adjectives to describe this couple. their dedication to the task at hand is admirable. they are personable, respectful and fun to be around.
they helped make my tree house dream a reality, as seen in their profile photo.
you are welcome back anytime. joanne

(Excellent )

25/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host

A late response to an amazing workaway experience!

Joanne is a wonderful host with a rich life full of interesting experiences she's happy to share. The workawayer's room is a whole private room + renovated bath room Joanne did herself - very very luxurious compared to many more ...rustic, basic? spaces I'm used to through workaway. The work… read more

(Excellent )

19/09/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)

anna was my first workawayer. she set the bar high.
it was my pleasure to share my home with her

(Excellent )

14/06/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Ariela)

ariela was the only one of these two gals that i hosted. she worked well with another girl that happened to be at my home at the same time, and together they created an outdoor garden sink and cleared out way too many weeds.
ariela was curious exploring my home

(Good )

14/06/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Emily)

always humming, singing...emily was a joy to be around. she handled the mundane and the more challenging projects with the same positive attitude. she and another gal worked together to create an outdoor garden sink from scavenged goods, that has found its home in my vegetable garden. her creativity and painting talents will be treasured for… read more

(Excellent )

02/06/2016

Left by Workawayer (Emily) for host

My 2 week stay with Joanne in her peaceful home was an endlessly warm and invaluable
experience.
I spent my time weeding/planting in her verdant flower/herb/vegetable
gardens, building a one-of-a-kind garden sink from recycled materials, creating herbal
tea mixtures garden, and exploring general artistic creativity with table painting… read more

(Excellent )

30/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Mike) for host

Joanne is a wonderful host. I stayed at her place for a week and a half and helped mostly in the garden. Her home is in a great location in a quiet neighborhood, and very close to Denver. She even helped me construct my Halloween costume. She was very accommodating and I appreciate being able to stay in her home. Thank you, Joanne!

(Excellent )

06/11/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Alice & Walid)

walid and alice,

great chef, baker and creative souls.
they were a pleasure to host. both were hard working and up for any task.
they created cold frames and mason bee and bug hotels, cleaned up my yard and enjoyed their time in colorado. i hope to see them in france someday on their own farm.

(Excellent )

06/10/2015

Left by Workawayer (Julia & Mark) for host

I had an excellent time staying with Joanne. A beautiful home and a warm environment, I truly enjoyed my stay and I definitely reccommend a visit!

(Excellent )

19/09/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Julia & Mark)

hardworking,helpful, considerate and a good cook to boot. thoroughly enjoyed her company.
thank you julia, you were a joy to be around.

(Excellent )

19/09/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Kelsie)

kelsie tackled a variety of tasks with gusto.
she is responsible and quite handy with the tools. she is responsible for my
curb side library box. well done kelsie. thank you

(Excellent )

19/09/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Giuseppe)

giuseppe was dedicated to this task and excited to explore denver. he was a pleasure to have in my home, and even cooked one of his italian specialities for for us

(Excellent )

08/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (Giuseppe) for host

Johanna was very hospitable, the house is very beautiful and well maintained. During my stay were they are very welcoming and friendly, Denver is a very beautiful city! I hope to return soon!
Super Recommended

Giuseppe

(Excellent )

12/04/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Reece & Sierra)

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