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Help around our home in Finnmark, Mehamn

Norway
Last activity : 8 Apr 2026

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IF you are not a Norwegian or EU citizen and are planning to visit to work, volunteer or study, YOU WILL NEED THE CORRECT VISA / AU PAIR PERMIT (if applicable). To find out more information please contact the embassy in your home country BEFORE travelling.

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Hello, I live far north in northern Norway, Finnmark. In a small town called Mehamn. I am mostly alone but sometimes my girlfriend and kids come for a visit. What we need is help around the house, cooking, cleaning and stuff and possibly some help with the boat. But not out on the \sea.
Types of help and learning opportunities

Creative DIY projects

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Help around the house

Light maintenance
Interests

Movies & TV

Sustainability

Self development

Nature

Sailing / Boating

Music

Writing

Languages

Cooking & food

Mountain

Fitness

Yoga / Wellness

Outdoor activities

Hiking
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

Traveller can benefit from the polar-night and the harsness of the surroundings here. The friendly exeptanse of the people here and much more.
Help

We are looking for volunteers to help us around our home and mayby at work. That is help with a fishingboat.
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Icelandic: Fluent
Norwegian bokmål: 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.
Accommodation

You would be living inside our house with your own room and with full access to the house.
What else ...

There is an airport very close - Mehamn Airport. There is also possibility for a woman with a child to come.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
Can possibly accept pets

I will accept dog, cat or birds.
How many Workawayers can stay?

One
My animals / pets

Host ref number: 879633777597

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15 Apr 2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Lusy)

Lucy stayed at our home, took care of the dogs/kennel, house and children. Lucy cleaned our house so the woman of the house could relax and take care of the children. It was nice and relaxing to have her around. She did everything she was asked to do. She might not be the biggest childrens giggler but did everything as good as she could around … read more

(Very good )

8 Apr 2016

Left by Workawayer (Lusy) for host

Oh dear Benny and your family! And my dear guys dogs! I spent two wonderful months in this wonderful place. Benny's family was really hospitable. We had a lot of good time. If you are not a vegetarian, you'll be happy here. A lot of delicious fresh meat you will have here;!)
But important- I had a great experience working with dogs. Benny was an … read more

(Excellent )

28 Feb 2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Antonia)

Antoni was only 4 weeks with us but she did a great job with all her tasks and was/is very nice to have araound, very pleasant company. She takes her chores seriously and is a fast learner.
Thank you so much Toni
Benni & Bryndis

(Excellent )

9 Feb 2016

Left by Workawayer (Antonia) for host

The family is a really nice host. I stayed around 4 weeks with the family and I really would have loved to stay longer. The two kids were lovely and it was really nice spending time with them. As well as the kids the parents are amazing too. They let me feel home and always caring for me like a family member. I even got the chance to explore the … read more

(Excellent )

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$The image depicts a boat named \"MAREN\" docked at night, featuring a white and red hull with a cabin and a rope tied to the front, set against a dark background.$

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8 Apr 2016

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28 Feb 2016

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9 Feb 2016

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Can possibly accept pets

How many Workawayers can stay?

My animals / pets

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