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Volunteer at our oceanside home in British Columbia, Canada

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  • Description

    Description

    We live on Vancouver Island in Ladysmith, BC, on the ocean. We have two children aged 12 and 14,2 cats, 4 chickens and 1 dog. Our adopted sons our First Nations, and we speak some of the local language at home. You are invited to come stay in our beautiful, clean camper right on the beach. You are welcome to borrow our kayaks for adventures on the calm waters! You can also borrow our bikes to ride into our cute little town. Work includes garden and yard work, some childcare. The trailer suits 1 to 2 people. There is a double bed and a bunk. 4 hours per day of help is required. Use of car available.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Gardening
    Animal Care
    Babysitting and creative play
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
  • 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

    If you are interested in the local first nations culture, we can share some of our experiences. Lesley teaches at a First Nations Primary School.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

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

  • Help

    Help

    Daily help with garden and animals, some small projects like fencing or painting. Chopping wood. Child care.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Beginner
    French: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    I'm interested in Spanish, Italian, French, German. I speak some Hulquminum.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    In the trailer, we offer a kitchen, bathroom and 2 double beds. .3 acres of oceanfront land. Close to trails. 40 minute walk or 15 minute bike ride to town, excellent swimming. bikes and kayaks available.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    No smokers please. If you love the ocean, this is the place for you!

  • 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

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

Host ref number: 948599163454

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