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We are looking for somebody to help us out with the yard and garden in British Columbia, Canada

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    15 Jan 2025

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  • Description

    Description

    Our name is Jakob & Lisbeth Arnold (originally for Switzerland) – we are in the late fifties with grown up children and live in Vernon British Columbia, Canada on a small (2 acre) hobby farm, 15 minutes out of town with a dog, 2 cats and some chicken.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    General Maintenance
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Couple with interesting background, self employed, open minded. Languages German/English/French

    Vernon is located half way between Calgary and Vancouver, population about 50000, surrounded by lakes (fishing, boating, swimming, kayaking), mountains (skiing, hiking, mountain biking) and parks (camping). Kelowna international airport is about 45 minutes away.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    We are looking for somebody who helps us out with the yard and garden, painting, small building projects and so on. You help 5 hours per day, 5 days a week.

  • Languages spoken

    German: Fluent
    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Free room and board (private basement suit with separate entrance).

  • 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

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a grassy lawn, evoking a sense of tranquility and relaxation.
The image depicts a serene outdoor scene, featuring a house with a large yard, a wooden fence, and a tree-lined street, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty.
The image depicts a serene rural scene, featuring a large open field with a small pond, surrounded by trees and a wooden fence, evoking a sense of peacefulness and tranquility.
The image depicts a Siamese cat sitting in a cardboard box, illuminated by sunlight, with a green blanket inside, set against a white wall with siding.
The image depicts a long-haired cat sitting on a wooden bench, gazing directly at the camera, with a serene outdoor setting in the background.
The image depicts a single-story house with a red brick chimney, white siding, and a covered porch, surrounded by a well-manicured lawn and garden.
The image depicts a middle-aged couple sitting on a rock, embracing, with a serene mountainous landscape and clear blue sky serving as the backdrop.

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