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Join our French family in Swedish Lapland, Pajala

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  • Description

    Description

    I am a single mom of 2 (13 and 6). We fulfilled our dream of relocating to Norrbotten 4 years ago. We are now renovating our houses slowly and setting up the gardens. Summer is short here and we have a lot to do. As i work full time, it can be challenging to find the balance between DIY, gardening, family time and work. I am looking for one person to help with the handy projects (mostly carpentery, but also wall papering, painting, ... ) and the garden. I do not expect the volunteer to be a professional carpenter, but knowledge of using basic tools and being a handy person able to work alone is required.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Music
    DIY & crafts
    Cooking & food
    Gardening
    Carpentry
    Winter sports
    Nature
    Camping
    Mountain
    Hiking
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Pajala is a nice little town in Norrbotten, and depending on the season, one can see the northern lights or the midnight sun, go cross country skying or walk in the forest by the rendeirs, go to the pool or swim in the Torne river, hike Jupukka and warm up with some coffee and sausages on top... , but mostly, enjoy the peace and tranquility of this little town. We are walking distance to town, we have a river nearby and it is easy to go fishing. There is also i little sand beach and we can swin in the river. We often grill outside in summer and like to go hiking our only hill to grill upthere and enjoy the view.

  • Help

    Help

    Few projects on the go for the summer :
    - removing the lawn and set in the stones (previously removed from another part ) on the driveway
    - wallpapering the entrance hall, and finishing it (small details)
    - mowing the lawn, taking care of the garden
    - helping with the last part of the small green house
    - making gardens bed and frames for the beans
    - cutting wood, taking in the wood
    There are a lot of ongoing project that we couldnt finish last year. So it would be mostly that.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Fluent
    French: Fluent
    Swedish: Intermediate

    This host offers a language exchange
    slavic languages, Italian.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    The small stuga in the garden has a single bed. We plan to drag cables to put electricity this summer. The volunteer has full acces to our house.

    Food is provided, i cook mostly vegan but we can discuss it according to the volunteers preference/diet.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Easiest way is to get to Luleå and from there, a flight twice a day to Pajala is available.
    Other wise, the bus from Luleå or Kiruna is an option too. It's about 2h30 to 3h30 from both airports.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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This image shows a yellow wooden house with a new porch under construction. Ladders are leaning against it. There are chairs and greenery in the yard.
A group of people sit and relax on a grassy hilltop, enjoying a picnic together under a beautiful blue sky with fluffy clouds and scenic views.
A woman and a child, both wearing fur-lined hoods, smile and make faces outdoors in a grassy field on a cold, bright day.
A woman and a child bundled in winter clothes stand on a snowy road, surrounded by frosted trees and a pastel-colored sky, creating a serene winter scene.
The image depicts a house with a gable roof and a small porch, featuring a large window on the front, surrounded by a well-manicured lawn and a fence. The house is situated in a suburban area.
A bright, sunny garden scene viewed through a window with purple orchid flowers in the foreground, a small wooden shed, green grass, and tall trees behind.
The image depicts a grassy area with a tree in the background, featuring a small patch of water and a wooden fence, with a large body of water visible in the distance.
The image shows a selfie of a woman with tattoos and piercings and a child with curly hair, both looking at the camera.
Two people stand on a large rock ledge overlooking dramatic mountains and a fjord under a cloudy sky. Scenic, peaceful, and adventurous landscape with breathtaking natural beauty.
A calm blue lake reflects an autumn forest under a clear sky. The trees have golden and orange leaves, creating a peaceful, picturesque, and serene scenery.
A woman and a child, dressed in autumn clothing, explore a dense forest scattered with yellow leaves, surrounded by trees and vibrant foliage on a cloudy day.
A cozy campfire burns within a wooden fire pit surrounded by nature. In the background, a river flows, bordered by lush, green trees and rocks.
The image shows a serene river flowing under a clear blue sky at sunset, with sunlight peeking through trees, casting reflections across the calm water. Peaceful scenery.
A large male reindeer stands in the middle of a road, with a grassy verge and a tree line in the background, surrounded by a natural setting. The image is taken from a low angle.

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