Learn about organic gardening and help me around my unique home and garden in Salt Spring Island, Canada

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  Description

  Hi, my name is Saci. I was born on a beach on the west coast of Vancouver Island, B.C. I love plants and people.
  Im a herbalist who has been working with botanical medicine for 30 years. I have taught herbal apprenticeship programs for many years. I'm passionate about inspiring others to feel confident to practice empowered health care.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Light gardening

  Light maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Farming

  

  Sustainability

  

  Art & design

  

  Plant care

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Gardening

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Camping

  

  Nature

  

  Beach

  

  Hiking
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  You will learn about organic gardening and medicinal plants, perhaps even learn a bit about herbal medicine making.

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  Help

  I'm looking for help reclaiming some overgrown garden beds, relocating small shrubs and some blackberry management.

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent

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  Accommodation

  I have a beautiful yurt to accommodate you in. It is heated by a wood stove. The space is quiet and dreamy.
  There is an outdoor camp kitchen on the yurt deck. You will prepare your own breakfast and lunch and we'll share dinners.

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  What else ...

  There are many beautiful hiking trails and gorgeous beaches just minutes away. A nature lovers paradise!
  Salt Spring Island is known for its artists and organic agriculture. Many people visit the island to go on the Salt Spring Studio Tour to meet the artist and experience the creativity.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  My animals / pets

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