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Welcome to the Farm, a 187-acre property with 1.5 km of oceanfront, pebble beaches, waterfalls, all surrounded by lakes, rivers, caves, mountains, and many trails to explore. The property was logged 16 years ago and is in a state of healthy regrowth. Humpback whales (also orcas and grey whales) are here during the summer and fall. They can be seen swimming just meters from shore due to the steepness of the shoreline. Kayaks and SUPs are available to use; past volunteers have had incredible whale watching experiences.
I aim to have 2-6 volunteers at a time. There is no public transport between Campbell River and here, and so I offer rides between Campbell River and here approximately every 2 to 3 weeks, depending on my schedule.
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
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travellers have an opportunity to see what life is all about in a small village with a strong sport-fishing influence. It's an interesting culture here where everyone waves when passing either by vehicle or foot.
There are wonderful opportunities for people to learn how to grow food and manage animals on a mountain side with very poor soil as a starting point. Other learning opportunities include construction, off-grid electrical power generation and management, water supply, waste water, and helping with a sawmill.
Help
The Farm is very much in its infancy. Much of the work is general/physical labor, and revolves around essential items, such as power, water, and grey-water systems. Other tasks include making and maintaining trails and pathways, improving the soil in and around the garden by spreading woodchips, compost, and animal bedding/droppings, taking care of animals, assisting with building new structures, firewood processing, and watering and weeding the garden. More advanced jobs are available if you have the training and/or you are willing to learn.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Accommodation
Accommodation will be in RV trailers/campers and/or a cabin - all of which are clean and in good working order. There are also sites for you to camp if you have your own accommodation (bus, trailer, van, etc.)
What else ...
There are a lot of caves to explore (Coral, Upana, and more), a 90ft waterfall just minutes walking from the property, lots of lakes, river to swim in, roads and trails to explore, and a lot of mountains to hike, and Nootka Island/Sound is just minutes away by boat. Kayaks and SUP paddle boards are available. Humpback whales are on our doorstep nearly everyday and night during the late summer and fall seasons. Water taxis can be used to visit local islands and towns.
A previous WorkAwayer made the following video from his experiences during his time here:
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A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
The internet is fast and reliable.
Space for parking camper vans
There are several parking option to choose from. The areas close to structures have power and water, and those further away and more private with nice views will neither power nor water
Can possibly accept pets
please ask for details.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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Waking up with such a wonderful view is amazing. In my free… read more
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Waking up with such a wonderful view is amazing. In my free… read more
Darren is a great host, he welcomed us very well. Serious and profesionnel when it comes to work, he is also easy going, friendly and funny. He's got a busy life but… read more
The place is stunning, like from the best postcard form BC. There are mountains around to explore, an ocean/river/lake/waterfalls to jump and swim in, the caves to challenge yourself, wildlife to train… read more
Darren welcomed me and gave me full trust and responsibility to do everything he needed, allowing me to learn new things and improve my knowledge. Sometimes we worked together but most of the… read more
It's a beautiful, secluded place, which I really appreciated, as that's what I was looking for.
There was a good atmosphere with the other workers, and evening meals were well organized on a rotating basis. Otherwise, we had a lot of independence, which was nice.
However, I was only there for two weeks and I… read more
I had to work 25 hours a week. In exchange, I got my own private cabin, which features a small kitchen, a bathroom and a huge bed. I stayed there during winter and early spring. You might share your… read more
This property has an incredible view of the Pacific Ocean, surely the most beautiful I have seen. Falling asleep to the sound of whales is the most memorable experience I have ever had. Darren showed us around… read more
I carried out various tasks:
- Splitting and stacking wood
- Helping to build a grey water-waste system (digging, shovelling sand, connecting pipes...)
- Feed the chickens and dogs
- Help cover a roof
- Cooking and preparing cakes, bread, jam, etc.
- Various DIY and… read more
That's… read more
In my sparetime I was fishing alot and also cooked the fishes for the other workawayers and Darren. Also there is a nice mountain to… read more
I had a beautiful time in Tahsis. we were a bit unlucky with the weather at the beginning and it was quite rainy but still alright for mid October at the coast, I reckon. I enjoyed having a building project and being mainly in charge for building a roof that wasn't really tiny. I'd love to stay another week or two, but our… read more
The work was fun and we learned a lot of new things. We really enjoyed playing cards. Luckily we could also meet Darren’s Mum… read more
