A cozy, brightly lit cabin sits under a clear, starry night sky, surrounded by snow and tall pine trees. Two cars are parked nearby. Peaceful atmosphere.
A group of twelve women pose and smile outside a rustic brick building. Some are standing, some kneeling, and they look happy and relaxed together.
This image shows a cozy indoor pool with a slide, surrounded by warm wooden walls and ceilings, and comfortable seating and tables along the perimeter.
A smiling person in a chef's hat and apron stands behind a wooden counter with prepared food, pitchers, serving utensils, and a stack of plates, inside a cozy room.
A cozy bedroom with a double bed, geometric-patterned comforter, bedside tables, soft lighting, window with curtains, framed pictures, armchair, desk, TV, and lamp.
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Learn about wild horses and check out the trails in the foothills of Sundre, Canada

Availability

  2026 

 Min stay requested: at least 3 weeks

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Details

  • Description

    Description

    Our organization works to improve and support tourism and environmental awareness in the Sundre and Olds area by offering ecotourism and traditional cultural exchange in this special part of Alberta.

    We offer salaried compensation at Alberta minimum wage for workers for all work they do at the lodge during the day.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
    House & pet sitting
  • Interests

    Interests

    Events & social
    Culture
    Pets
    Farming
    Sustainability
    Astronomy
    Carpentry
    Photography
    Gardening
    Cooking & food
    Architecture
    Animals
    Water sports
    Nature
    Camping
    Mountain
    Hiking
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Learn about wildhorses and farm life. Check out the trails in the foothills of Sundre. Take advantage of the mountains just next door. See the vast expanse of stars in the night sky.

    We host retreats for many many local hobby groups, get to know one of the many groups that gather at our property and learn about their crafts, skill and history at the rustic lodge.
    These groups have been coming to the lodge for 10+ years!

    We hope to learn more about your diverse and beautiful cultures in our special pocket as well.

  • Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    This host offers accommodation and payment.

  • Help

    Help

    We would like help with gardening and landscaping on our property and general upkeep. We always have opportunities available for a young able bodies person to help around our special property.

    Someone who can multitask, is great and sociable with locals and visitors who visit our property to learn about the area and enjoy the area, and most of all someone who is willing to grow with us and this special growing tourism pocket.

  • 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.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We provide ample accommodations for workaways. We have additional guest space which can comfortable accommodate a workawayer. We have a shared kitchen which is a good place for the workaway to cook or experiment with their meals. Our chef will be happy to learn more about your personal cultural cooking as well.

    Our spaces are always secured with a personal lock for your belongings, heated, and up to code.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Take time off and enjoy the modern city of Calgary just one hour away. Explore the mountains of Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, and more. Don't forget to take a picture at the top of the mountain.

    Our house rules: Be kind, be respectful, be courteous and be open minded!

  • 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

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    We utilize starlink internet. We cannot guarantee 24/7 stability as such.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    We have spaces around the property to park a motorhome/camper. We also offer our own for accommodation.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Profile photo of Tilly

    Tilly (2 years)

    Large friendly acreage dog

Host ref number: 882953883722

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A group of twelve women pose and smile outside a rustic brick building. Some are standing, some kneeling, and they look happy and relaxed together.
A cozy, brightly lit cabin sits under a clear, starry night sky, surrounded by snow and tall pine trees. Two cars are parked nearby. Peaceful atmosphere.
This image shows a cozy indoor pool with a slide, surrounded by warm wooden walls and ceilings, and comfortable seating and tables along the perimeter.
A smiling person in a chef's hat and apron stands behind a wooden counter with prepared food, pitchers, serving utensils, and a stack of plates, inside a cozy room.
A cozy bedroom with a double bed, geometric-patterned comforter, bedside tables, soft lighting, window with curtains, framed pictures, armchair, desk, TV, and lamp.

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