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Welcome to Varangerbotn in Northern Norway!
Hi, my name is Ragne. I grew up in a Sámi reindeer herding family, and today I have a small private reindeer sanctuary where I look after a few animals that need special care. The sanctuary is not a business, and Workawayers do not take part in animal work — but you are, of course, welcome to see and learn about reindeer and Sámi traditions during your stay. 🦌
I also share my life with two Australian Shepherds and a Siberian Husky, so you should like dogs if you come here 🐾
I work part-time as a nurse at a local hospital, so sometimes you will have quiet time on your own. Guests usually stay either in a small separate house (with bedroom and bathroom), or in my home where you will have your own room.
What kind of help do I need?
I’m looking for general household and light maintenance help, depending on the season. No professional skills are required – just a positive attitude and willingness to help.
Examples of tasks:
- Simple maintenance help around the house and yard
- Helping in the garden
- Cutting and stacking firewood
- Painting and small home improvement projects
- Clearing snow in winter
- Picking berries in autumn
SEASONS
May–July: Midnight sun, outdoor maintenance, gardening, painting
August–September: Berry picking, preparing firewood, small repairs
October–April: Snow, short days (or polar night), snow shoveling, cozy indoor projects
Please note: We have 24-hour daylight in summer and polar nights with extreme cold in winter – a very unique Arctic experience ❄️☀️
WHAT I OFFER
- A warm welcome into my home and Sámi culture
- Your own room (or a small separate house if available)
- Home-cooked meals and shared everyday life in the far north
- An opportunity to learn about Sámi traditions, nature, and Arctic life
WHAT I ASK FROM YOU
- A friendly, flexible and independent spirit
- Willingness to help 4–5 hours a day, 5 days a week
- Be comfortable spending some time on your own when I’m at work
- Non-smokers preferred
- Driving license is useful but not essential
When you write to me, please tell me a little about yourself, where you come from, why you’d like to visit Northern Norway, and what kind of experience you’d like to have here.
This is not a business – it’s my home, my animals, and my life. You will become part of the daily rhythm, help a little, learn something new, and hopefully leave with good memories of the north, the dogs, the northern lights or the midnight sun, and a feeling of connection to nature.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Farming
Animals
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Staying here is about experiencing daily life in the north and getting an authentic glimpse into Sámi traditions and Arctic nature.
You may have the chance to see the reindeer and learn about them through stories and observation, but you will not be helping with animal care.
For me, the most important part is cultural exchange – sharing stories, food, and daily life. In return for your help with simple household and maintenance tasks, I hope you’ll take home a deeper understanding of life and culture in Sápmi.
Help
What kind of fit best here?
Life here in the north can be physical at times – chopping wood, fixing things outside – so it’s an advantage if you like using your hands and being outdoors.
Tasks can change with the weather and seasons – that’s part of Arctic life – so I ask that you stay flexible and open to variety.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Norwegian: Fluent
Sami: Fluent
Accommodation
You will have your own bedroom, livingroom and bathroom.
What else ...
We are located in a remote area with only around 900 inhabitants in the entire municipality. Life here is quiet and close to nature. The nearest village is 5 km away and has a small museum, restaurant and bar.
Tana Bru – 20 km
Vadsø – 55 km
Kirkenes – 120 km
These towns have more amenities such as cinemas, pubs, and shopping centres.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Baby
Gakti
Misko
Host ref number: 835545541266
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22 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
Anna was volunteering here for 2 weeks during the autum 2024. She approached every task with a positive attitude and had an impressive work ethic. She assisted with a variety of jobs around the house and reindeer farm. Her ability to adapt and tackle different tasks was truly commendable, and she was always willing to lend a hand wherever it was… read more
(Excellent
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9 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
I planned to stay at Ragne's for one week in October and ended up staying two, because there was lots of work to be done before the frost came and I was really enjoying the stay. I did an interesting variety of work, including preparing the smokehouse for smoking reindeer meat, cutting up and mincing meat, raking, repairing fences, collecting… read more
25 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Francesco)
Francesco worked here for almost 2 weeks in April 2023. He was doing some cleaning/tidying up work in my reindeer farm. He was doing everything what he was asked to do. He also helped to mark the reindeer before they went on summer holiday. He is a friendly person and easy to have in the house.
(Excellent
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24 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Francesco) for host
The two weeks i spent with Ragne were something unique and unforgettable. immersed in wonderful nature in a dreamlike snowy landscape with forests, mountains, rivers, a stone's throw from the sea and above all in the company of welcoming, kind Ragne and his beautiful reindeer, where I had the opportunity to learn something about the ancient Sami… read more
20 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Michael )
Micheal was here for a week in June 2024. He was painting my cabin and cleaning up the outside area. He was easy to communicate with, he is a very friendly and nice person. He was doing an excellent job, and he is welcome to come back another time. :)
(Excellent
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18 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Michael ) for host
I spent 10 days at Ragnes hytta and had a very nice time there. My work was mainly painting the hytta (cabin). I enjoyed the silence there and could also relax next to the work which had to be done. Ragne is a relaxed and nice person who served me very tasty dinners. Besides I also visited interesting places in the Varanger region like Vardø and… read more
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22 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
Anna was volunteering here for 2 weeks during the autum 2024. She approached every task with a positive attitude and had an impressive work ethic. She assisted with a variety of jobs around the house and reindeer farm. Her ability to adapt and tackle different tasks was truly commendable, and she was always willing to lend a hand wherever it was… read more
(Excellent)
9 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
I planned to stay at Ragne's for one week in October and ended up staying two, because there was lots of work to be done before the frost came and I was really enjoying the stay. I did an interesting variety of work, including preparing the smokehouse for smoking reindeer meat, cutting up and mincing meat, raking, repairing fences, collecting… read more
25 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Francesco)
Francesco worked here for almost 2 weeks in April 2023. He was doing some cleaning/tidying up work in my reindeer farm. He was doing everything what he was asked to do. He also helped to mark the reindeer before they went on summer holiday. He is a friendly person and easy to have in the house.
(Excellent)
24 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Francesco) for host
The two weeks i spent with Ragne were something unique and unforgettable. immersed in wonderful nature in a dreamlike snowy landscape with forests, mountains, rivers, a stone's throw from the sea and above all in the company of welcoming, kind Ragne and his beautiful reindeer, where I had the opportunity to learn something about the ancient Sami… read more
20 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Michael )
Micheal was here for a week in June 2024. He was painting my cabin and cleaning up the outside area. He was easy to communicate with, he is a very friendly and nice person. He was doing an excellent job, and he is welcome to come back another time. :)
(Excellent)
18 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Michael ) for host
I spent 10 days at Ragnes hytta and had a very nice time there. My work was mainly painting the hytta (cabin). I enjoyed the silence there and could also relax next to the work which had to be done. Ragne is a relaxed and nice person who served me very tasty dinners. Besides I also visited interesting places in the Varanger region like Vardø and… read more
11 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Luke & Larissa)
Luke stayed and helped here for a couple of weeks in the end of 2023. He was doing carpentry jobs with renovating a cabin. He did and excellent job, and would really recommend him. He is also a nice and friendly person. Welcome back, another time, Luke! :)
(Excellent)
30 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandra)
It was a pleasure having Alex stay here for about a month in summer 2022. She helped with so many different things as she mentioned in her review. Alex was very independent, quick learner and easygoing. She was quiet and easy to have in the house and I could always trust her with the animals. She also has a big sense of humor and we had many nice… read more
(Excellent)
2 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Alexandra) for host
There's just one word to describe my stay in Varangerbotn: AMAZING!
I spend 3 weeks during June with Ragne and her dogs and the time flew by way to fast! I enjoyed every single second and was planning to come back even before I left. With Ragne you will have a super sympathic, humorous and honest host. I felt welcomed from the first second. For… read more
I spend 3 weeks during June with Ragne and her dogs and the time flew by way to fast! I enjoyed every single second and was planning to come back even before I left. With Ragne you will have a super sympathic, humorous and honest host. I felt welcomed from the first second. For… read more
30 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Matthias & Jasmin)
Matthias & Jasmin worked here for 3 weeks in February 2022. They worked with taming and feeding reindeer, training and feeding dogs, fixing different things at the "farm" and also helped with feeding the reindeer in the mountains. They did every task with a very positive attitude. I was very sad when they had to leave, and hoped they could have… read more
(Excellent)
10 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Matthias & Jasmin) for host
Ragne was our very first experience with WorkAway, she hosted us for 3 weeks in February.
The work around the animals is demanding but enables you to work with her beautiful reindeers and dogs. Because she allows you to work freely, the experience feels real and provides an in- depht insight in "applied" Sami culture, provided you are… read more
The work around the animals is demanding but enables you to work with her beautiful reindeers and dogs. Because she allows you to work freely, the experience feels real and provides an in- depht insight in "applied" Sami culture, provided you are… read more
30 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Sterre)
Sterre was volunteering here for a few weeks in Fall 2021. She helped out with the dogs, picking reindeer moss and was also doing different other tasks around the house. She was easy and enjoyable to have around the house and was able to work independently. She left two weeks earlier than expected, and the reason was probably because of the… read more
(Very good)
1 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Sterre) for host
In September 2021 I worked at Ragne’s place in Varangerbotn for two weeks. When I was there, I mostly worked with the four sled dogs, feeding them, cleaning their enclosure and brushing their coats. The dogs are amazing and energetic creatures to work with. We gave the dog houses a fresh paint job, cleaned out the garage, collected 120 bags of… read more
30 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Evan)
Evan was volunteering here during Fall 2022 and helped out with the dogs, taking care of puppies and was also doing different other tasks around the house and the "farm". He was a real handyman – fixing a lot of things around here, including building a fence for the reindeer. He spent a lot of time with the dogs and was great with handling them.… read more
(Excellent)
20 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Evan) for host
The stay and experience with Ragne is truly something I'll have stories to tell forever. What an amazing experience! I visited from Sep through Oct 2022 and it was a great time of year to be in Varangerbotn! The weather when I first arrived was perfect nearly summer weather, but without the mosquito's and with the trees turning color. I got to go… read more
26 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Marion)
Marion and Antoine worked here for about a month in April 2022. They helped with feeding and training dogs and reindeer and did also other small tasks in the farm. They were positive and very helpful. They were easy going and I could trust them with the animals. Thanks for all your help :)
(Excellent)
27 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Marion) for host
This experience in Norway was exceptional!
We spent five weeks with Ragne, the reindeer, the huskies and the australians sheperds. Our job was to feed the animals, to train some of the reindeer and to do some work around the house, but honestly it didn't feel like work since the animals were really nice, fun and friendly. We've been able to forge… read more
We spent five weeks with Ragne, the reindeer, the huskies and the australians sheperds. Our job was to feed the animals, to train some of the reindeer and to do some work around the house, but honestly it didn't feel like work since the animals were really nice, fun and friendly. We've been able to forge… read more
26 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucie)
Lucie and her friend, Ben worked for me for a couple of weeks in March 2022. She was independent, flexible, positive and hard working. I could really trust her with the animals and the other tasks. Everything was done with a positive attitude, and I could see she loved spending time with the animals. In addition to the other tasks, she also made a… read more
(Excellent)
23 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Lucie) for host
I stayed at Ragne's place with my friend only for a couple of weeks but we had an amazing experience. Ragne is a wonderful host who will make sure you have everything you need and she will give you responsibilities. She trusted us since the very first day and that's a great honour.
We loved spending time with the animals. And our best reward was… read more
We loved spending time with the animals. And our best reward was… read more
12 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Valerie & Koen)
Valerie and Koen volunteered for around a month in January 2022. They did everything what I asked for with a positive attitude, they were easy to have in the house, very tidy and also cooking a lot of delicious meals :D. Thanks for all your help, Valerie & Koen :)
(Excellent)
5 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Valerie & Koen) for host
We had an amazing month during our stay with Ragne in Varangerbotn! She is very kind and hospitable, and the communication was good so it was clear what tasks should be done. We usually worked during the morning and beginning of noon, so that was really nice in January, because it was already dark again at 2. We fed the dogs and reindeer, trained… read more
18 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jonny & Laura) for host
Our stay with Ragne was an amazing experience, one that we will never forget. Ragne is an fantastic and generous host, and excellent cook (we can definitely say finnbiff is a new favourite in the Cooper house)! We loved every minute of being with the dogs and reindeer, and our jobs included daily feeding and exercising the dogs, and taming the… read more
21 Apr 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Kristiina)
Kristiina volunteered for around 10 days in February. Kristiina was tasked with taming the reindeer calves and set about her work reliably and diligently. There was a quick improvement noticed with the reindeer calves due to KristiIna’s dedicated work each day. Kristiina was a positive person who was very interested in learning about other… read more
(Excellent)
5 Apr 2020
Left by Workawayer (Kristiina) for host
I stayed at Ragne's place in the beginning of February for approximately 10 days and it was a real dream becoming true! The communication and profile were very clear and I was suuuuuper happy to get the most amazing job ever - taming the little reindeer!!! I can't express my gratitude with words - petting the reindeer and enjoying the real winter… read more
13 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Alexandre) for host
What can I say about this wonderful adventure 9800 km from my home in Brazil? Although I stayed for only 2 weeks, it was amazing. Ragne is such a good person, dedicated to his aspirations and a really good leader. The place is amazing and I hope my help was good enough to cover all the reindeer I ate. Damn it! There are days here in Brazil when I… read more
23 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (David)
David spent three weeks here in summer and was a devoted worker with any task given. David spent a good amount of time with the dogs, chopped down a lot of trees for winter firewood, picked a lot of cloudberries for the freezer and chopped up reindeer meat for the dogs. David helped to look after the dogs while I was working in the reindeer fence… read more
(Excellent)
1 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Benedikt)
Benny stayed for 7 weeks during summer 2020 and helped out a lot with the huskies and taking care of the puppies. He was a wonderful handyman – fixing a lot of things around the house and dog yard, including building a fence and fixing some of the dog huts. He spent a great amount of time with the dogs, and was very good with handling dogs! A hard… read more
(Excellent)
20 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Benedikt) for host
As this was my first Workaway Experience I don't really have anything to compare my time in Northern Norway to.
However those were some of the greatest, happiest and most satisfying weeks of my life, and I will never forget them.
Ragne is a very nice host and an amazing cook. She is very good and straight forward in her communication as you can… read more
However those were some of the greatest, happiest and most satisfying weeks of my life, and I will never forget them.
Ragne is a very nice host and an amazing cook. She is very good and straight forward in her communication as you can… read more
1 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Tomas)
Tomas helped with both looking after the huskies and reindeer during his stay. He also helped with fencing and getting ready for the winter by preparing firewood. He was a good cook and made dinner a number of times. It was great to see that that he enjoyed spending time with the huskies.
(Excellent)
21 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Tomas) for host
Hi, just finished my stay at Ragne's home few days ago. It was my first workaway stay but it ended up as a great experience. Had a chance to help out with both the dogs and reindeer and also working on some other "projects" like making reindeer fences or preparing firewood for the winter. Many of those things ( training dogs or reindeer work for… read more
1 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (IrynaB)
Iryna was an incredible help during her 5 weeks stay in the fall of 2019. Iryna worked independently, learnt fast, was motivated and finished tasks without fuss. Iryna was invaluable with training and caring for the dogs during her stay. Iryna is friendly, positive, happy and lovely to have around the house. You would be lucky to have Iryna stay… read more
(Excellent)
15 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (IrynaB) for host
I was volunteering at Ragne’s place during fall of 2019 for about 5 weeks. This was my first workaway experience and I think it’s the best one I could start with. When choosing to apply to Ragne you won’t be surprised or disappointed with the duties you may be assigned, since all the information in her profile is 100% relevant and fair and duties… read more
19 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah)
It was a pleasure having Hannah stay here for August and September 2019. Hannah helped with so many different things as she mentioned in her review. She was very independent, quick learner and always cheerful and fun to be around. She got on well with the family and other volunteers. She did such a good job that I invited her to stay longer, and… read more
(Excellent)
2 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Hannah) for host
A home away from home.
This was my first workaway experience and Ragne set the bar very high. I had the most incredible two months during August and September 2019. I initially only planned to stay for one, but it was working so well for both of us that I decided to stay for a second and to return in winter next year!
Ragne is a wonderful host… read more
This was my first workaway experience and Ragne set the bar very high. I had the most incredible two months during August and September 2019. I initially only planned to stay for one, but it was working so well for both of us that I decided to stay for a second and to return in winter next year!
Ragne is a wonderful host… read more
9 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Menko) for host
I stayed at Ragne's place from September till the start of January. Sorry for the delay, Range ;)
I had an excellent time at Ragne's place. I worked a lot with reindeer and enjoyed it a so much! It can be quite tough in cold circumstances (luckely Range profided very suitable clothing, but still: -30 is cold) and at the end of the day my arms… read more
I had an excellent time at Ragne's place. I worked a lot with reindeer and enjoyed it a so much! It can be quite tough in cold circumstances (luckely Range profided very suitable clothing, but still: -30 is cold) and at the end of the day my arms… read more
2 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Menko)
Menko worked here from september 2018 until now (january 2019). He is a happy, funny and conscientious person who has been working very hard in every area. He is always very helpful. Menko did a particularly good job during the busiest period of the reindeer work (slaughtering) in autumn. In addition to working with reindeer and dogs, he also did… read more
(Excellent)
18 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (David)
David worked here for about a month in summer/fall 2018. He was here in the most busy time with marking reindeer calves. He did an excellent job, he learned the tasks quickly, and when you saw him working, it looked like he had been working with the reindeer the whole life! He learned quickly to recognize which reindeer belonged to us (Which is… read more
(Excellent)
11 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (David) for host
I had a great experience at Ragne's home and husky kennel! I was there in August of 2018 when the weather was as hot as it had ever been for many years so there was not a lot of dog training, which meant lots of free time for the first week or so. During that first week we did a lot of berry-picking, dog-walking, and the other volunteer and I… read more
22 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Katharina)
Kathy was volunteering here a few weeks during Christmas time 2017/2018. She was taking care of the dogs, puppies and the reindeer, and was doing great job. I could always be sure the work was done. She was very easy to have in the house, she is a quiet person and always keeping it cleaned and tidy. You are warmly welcome back in the future! :)
(Excellent)
14 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Katharina) for host
I had such an amazing weeks over Christmas and New Year on this husky kennel in Vesterelv! The location couldn´t be more beautiful, mountains, some snow and the puppies=). I really enjoyed the silence and spending time with the dogs and reindeers. For me it wasn´t a hard work, it was great to see the different characters of the huskies and how… read more
13 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Tanya)
Tanya was here some weeks in summer 2017. It was a period when we had a lot of puppies, and she came here correctly in the most important time for the puppies to be socialized. She did a great job with the dogs, puppies and also with other tasks like cleaning etc. She was friendly and peaceful, and we think she enjoyed her time with the dogs.… read more
(Excellent)
2 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Tanya) for host
I am so grateful for the time I had working with Ragne in this beautiful part of Norway in July. Before that I had little experience with dogs, so everything was unusual and interesting for me. I liked getting used to be around dogs, feeding them and learning to communicate with them. Some of the work felt a bit hard, but I have to say that being… read more
12 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Dini) for host
In total I stayed 20 days at Ragne's place which was a lot shorter as the planned 4 months. After 10 days Ragne asked me to leave, because of an old injury that started playing up I thought I might not be able to keep on training the dogs for the long run. However all the other (heavy) work was no problem at all. I loved the work with all the dogs… read more
18 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Justine)
Justine was volunteering here in August/September 2017. She quietly gets on with all the work, cleaning and sorting, looking after the dogs, puppies etc. She is very polite and very careful with all she does. She is very tidy and precise in all her work, and could be trusted to get things done. We could always know that the dogs were well cared… read more
(Excellent)
9 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Justine) for host
I had a wonderful time with Ragne, the dogs, and the puppies from August-September 2017. I learnt so much about sled dogs and training, puppy care, and Sami culture, but what I enjoyed most was feeling like part of a big human-and-dog-family in a beautiful landscape. Ragne was always so thoughtful, patient, present, and caring, even when I… read more
25 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Elvinab)
Elvina worked here 3 weeks in summer 2017. Her main responsibility was to take care of the B-team dogs and puppies, and she was taking great care of them all. She also stayed at the kennel while we went away for a weekend trip, and took care of all the dogs on both kennels (about 50 dogs). She was independent, and we could really trust her with… read more
(Excellent)
19 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Elvinab) for host
I think most of volunteers who come to Ragne's home want to get their own dog after the stay. I am not an exception. I spent 3 weeks with puppies mostly. They were too cute. I wanted to pack them in my suitcase and take home. Ragne has 3 super cuddly Australian shepards as well. All her dogs very friendly.
If you want to party this wouldn't be a… read more
If you want to party this wouldn't be a… read more
1 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Mara)
Mara worked for us in december - 2016. She had the responsibility for the newborn puppies in addition to the young dogs. She was also staying at home in some weekends while we were in Finland working with tourists, and she took great care of all the dogs and the house while we were away from home. Mara was also helping us with reindeer work. She… read more
(Excellent)
11 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Mara) for host
I stayed with Ragne for 5 weeks in November and December, and I have had a great time. I learned a lot about the dogs and reindeer and I had so much new experiences! Training the dogs, working in the reindeerfence and eating the reindeermeat, the birth of puppies and of course the Northern lights. When you are considering to come, keep in mind… read more
17 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Marion)
Marion helped here from September 2015 to April 2016, and is now back for another winter season. Marion has a genuine interest in sleddogs, which probably explains her excellent skills in handling dogs. She is a quick learner and is doing all her tasks with courage and enthusiasm. Marion is the first and only volunteer who has raced with our… read more
(Excellent)
13 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Marion) for host
I started working here in September 2015 and stayed for the whole autumn and winter seasons. I learnt a lot and had the chance to be given a lot of responsibilities. I am back here for another season, because I really enjoyed working here. It is hard and physical work in the autumn and winter but the job is very rewarding if you are happy around… read more
11 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (JulianeDuc)
Juliane worked here from the end of july until the beginning of september 2016, and she worked more than we expected her to work. She went on trips with the puppies for hours every day (although there was bad weather or it was raining), she painted doghouses, she was chopping meat for the dogs, and took part in the dogtraining. She did everything… read more
(Excellent)
17 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (JulianeDuc) for host
I had a fantastic stay here. The dogs were wonderful, I enjoyed every minute of my volunteering there. I have learned to do many things regarding the handling of huskies. Ragne was really nice,being a good and helpful teacher and she is also a great cooker. Time passed by quickly there. It was one of the greatest experience in my life. I cant… read more
13 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (fieldmousepenguin)
Cherry worked here for a month and did an excellent job. She showed an absolutely wonderful caring for the dogs, and everything was perfect around them all the time while she was here. Cherry took a lot of initiative and was very independent. We recommend her highly.
(Excellent)
21 May 2015
Left by Workawayer (hilmon) for host
Thank you very much for the time I could spend with you, your dogs and your reindeer. It was the first time for me doing dogsledding and working with reindeer and I enjoyed the work very much. After 3 months I could build up quite a close relationship and I left with a tear in one eye...
Taking care of the puppies and watch them becoming… read more
Taking care of the puppies and watch them becoming… read more
3 May 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (hilmon)
Monika worked here during the winter time (2015) with our reindeer and young-dogs and retired dogs. This was our first winter with so many reindeer home, and Monika was responsible for them. We could always trust that her job was done well. She did an excellent job, and we hope she comes back again next winter :-)
(Excellent)
3 May 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Diem & Rebekah Yun Xian)
Diem worked here a period where we had 6 puppies that she had the main responsibility for. She was on trips with them several hours per day, and she did teach them how to behave very well. It was not difficult to see that Diem that loved the company of our dogs :) Thanks to Diem, and we hope to see you again ;)
(Excellent)
8 Apr 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (GAILLARD)
Oceane worked here in summer 2014 and did an excellent job. She worked with the dogs, painted outbuildings and picked cloudberries for us. Oceane was independent and always smiling :)
(Excellent)
10 Jan 2015
Left by Workawayer (Kayleigh) for host
I had a great experience working with this place. I was able to learn so much about Siberian Huskies and dog sledding. I really appreciated Ragne teaching me what I needed to know and letting me join her on her sled trips. I enjoyed it so much, when I was asked to stay for a longer time, I was happy to.
I became a very independent person here… read more
I became a very independent person here… read more
4 Jan 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Kayleigh)
Kayleigh worked here with us approximately six months. She was dutiful, and always did what she was supposed to. A kind and nice girl, and very quiet and easy to have in the house :)
(Excellent)
18 Sep 2013
Left by Workawayer (Chelsy) for host
The time I spent with Ragne and Leif was great, the area is very beautiful and I had more than enough free time to explore the local area where the forest, mountains and sea are all within easy walking distance. When Ragne found out I had a particular interest in sami culture she went out of her way to show me around some interesting places nearby… read more
2 Aug 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Chelsy)
Chel worked with us for a month and did a really good job at the kennel here. Always cheerful and willing to learn new things. She was hard working and very tidy in the kitchen. She is welcome to come back :-)
(Excellent)
10 Aug 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Megan)
Megan did a good job at our kennel. She was willing to learn new things, and she was a positive and flexible person. She had a great communication with the dogs, and we think she enjoyed the time she spend with them. :)
(Very good)
1 Aug 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah)
We were very satisfied with the work Hannah did at the kennel here. She is a friendly and nice person, and is always positive to do and learn new things. She is welcome to come back :)
(Very good)
18 Jul 2013
Left by Workawayer (Hannah) for host
This was my first workaway, and I really enjoyed my three weeks in Varangerbotn. The dogs were lovely and the people really friendly and welcoming. It was unfortunate that because the weather was unusually hot, I was unable to experience any dog training. However, it was nice to contribute to the house building, and daily routines around the… read more
