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30 Mar 2024
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Description
We are a family of 4 who live on an 80 acre ranch in Golden BC.
Each year we grow our own fruit and vegetables, raise our own pigs and chickens and continue to work on our building projects.
We are currently building a beautiful, bespoke, timber framed workshop and home as well as a log cabin.
We run our own saw mill and use timber from our own land, or locally sourced timber when necessary. Our preference is to do as much as we can ourselves, and use traditional methods to create long lasting beautiful buildings.
We need help! We are looking for people who either have building skills and experience or people who have less experience but have enthusiasm and a thirst to learn! James is passionate about woodworking and we have been told he is a great teacher!
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Our approach would be described as relaxed and wanting to get the most out of the beautiful area in which we live whilst moving our project forward.
Our 80 acre ranch is set against crown land (so we have many wildlife visitors) with stunning views out over the mountains and world class hiking from the doorstep!
It is truly a magnificent place to spend time. In our spare time we love to hike, bike, hang out at the river, have camp fires and generally make the most of the outdoors.
Please note we do not currently have horses.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Aside from learning about and contributing to our building project, you will have opportunities to take part in a huge number of outdoor activities. We love to hike, run, mountain bike, kayak and lake swim! James is always enthusiastic to share his knowledge of local treasures!
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We primarily need help with our building projects. This will involve all aspects of building from turning trees into usable timber with the saw mill, to woodworking and finishing touches. We may also need help with looking after animals and probably lots of other opportunities too!
We are looking for people who either have skills in these areas or who are enthusiastic to learn.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
You will be provided with your own accommodation in a large fifth wheel trailer or in a room in our home if the trailer is occupied. Accommodation will be very comfortable and you will be well looked after and treated as part of our family.
We provide all meals (including days off) and generally eat together as a family.
What else ...
There is a great deal to do in the local area including horse riding, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, paragliding, white water rafting, kayaking, the list is endless. Let us know what you enjoy and we will help you have fun!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have Starlink and so a fast and reliable internet connection. We are happy to discuss how our needs can sit comfortably alongside each other so that we are all getting the best out of the situation!
Space for parking camper vans
We can accommodate a camper an if you prefer to stay in your own place!
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (23)
Malo and Cecile were very hard working and approached our project with enthusiasm and diligence, they were thoughtful and skilled in the way that they worked and made a valuable contribution to our project.
Malo and Cecile also… read more
The work was very interesting and instructive during the week, and so much fun the weekends !
The perfect balance for a successfull charring.
If you like wood building, nature, sport and animals, this place is for you !!
Thank you James & Sarrah
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Malo and Cecile were very hard working and approached our project with enthusiasm and diligence, they were thoughtful and skilled in the way that they worked and made a valuable contribution to our project.
Malo and Cecile also… read more
The work was very interesting and instructive during the week, and so much fun the weekends !
The perfect balance for a successfull charring.
If you like wood building, nature, sport and animals, this place is for you !!
Thank you James & Sarrah
They were very willing to try new things and always worked hard, often in difficult circumstances.
We wish them well on their travels and would welcome them back if they are ever in BC again.
We were mainly helping assemble the structure of the large workshop, and helped with making parts too - sanding, sawing, grinding,etc.
We were made to feel part of the family and at the weekends we went on some cool hikes in the local area with the family and their friends. To say they simply… read more
From the first moment, I felt part of the family. James is a wood handyman and an outdoors passionate. He was the best teacher to… read more
Sarah provided amazing hospitality and delicious food.
There's plenty of things to do/ see around the ranch. It was lovely to go hiking/… read more
Thanks for letting me stay James and Sarah! . If you don't mind getting your hands dirty and experiencing life out in the sticks then this is the place to be. The surrounding landscapes are simply stunning! The Bookers are a great family and it was really nice to get a taste of Canadian farm life!
Tino
I spend 1 month full in a lovely and authentic familly, open-minded and nature lovers. They welcomed me warmly and was pleased to let me discover their beautiful province.
If you love manual and authentic job, James will be a… read more
When we arrived we quickly felt part of the family, Sarah and the kids made us feel welcome and the freshly baked bread and range of other delicious meals particularly helped with this.
James was able to give us plenty of local… read more
We can't say in words how much we loved to stay at your place.
We we're welcome in your family from the beginning and you guys had so much of cool work for us aaaand we could use your tools for our lovely van. Thank you. It was just awesome to stay with you all and we are so thankfull for your trust… read more
The ranch is great and there are various jobs that need to be done, so you will never be bored. Sarah and James are both very chilled out, knowledgable and accomodating. I'd highly… read more
We felt at home right from the start and got along well with all 5 members of the family (including Mogul who is possibly among Canadas' loveliest dogs!).
The working hours are very reasonable and Sarah and James are very flexible in their way of running things.
The ranch… read more
