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We are located near Priddis, Alberta near the beautiful foothills of the Rocky Mountains. (15 minutes west of south Calgary) in the country.
I own 3 dogs, 2 cats in the house and 5 horses. I have grown up with horses in my life from a young age and continue enjoy spending time with my horses at home or in competition.
Currently we have 5 horses under our care and they stay overnight in a barn and are turned out daily.
I am currently not able to accommodate vegetarian or vegans
Require someone with Horse experience (able to handle them) and love of animals to help out. Also person MUST HAVE previous riding experience to ride my horses. I don’t consider trail riding, riding experience because the horses are dead broke. I don’t currently have any horses for beginner riders.
I have a busy schedule; so a self starter type person is very important. Also someone who works well with others. Some lifting may be required so a good fitness level would be required.
Due to how busy I am, we will need workaways to have Their OWN 🚙 in 2025 We don’t have the time to drive people around.
Accommodations provided and food.
Zero tolerance drug policy. Limited alcohol
If you are all about posing for your personal Instagram account we are probably not the place for you.
We require working visa (IEC) in order to stay with us.
Sorry we can’t accept anyone travelling with pets. Our household is full and they will not be accepted into the pack.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Learn to work with horses, ride and enjoy country living but close to the city.
Help
Looking for help doing daily chores with the horses. (Feeding, mucking stalls, taking horses (big horses, not ponies) in & out of the barn.
Some tasks like fixing fences, shelters. Pulling weeds from my gardens, some grass cutting in summer.
Help with domestic chores would also be a great benefit.
May require house sitting on occasion.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Polish: Beginner
Accommodation
Basement apartment in bungalow with private bath and infloor heating, & gas fireplace
What else ...
Skiing snowshoeing biking horseback riding hiking all within 1 hour of property.
15 minutes from Spruce Meadows (amazing show jumping competitions in the summer).
Bragg Creek is 15 west of us where the is great hiking, restaurants and unique shops.
Banff is about 1 hour drive west of us with hot springs, wildlife, restaurants, hiking & skiing.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Host ref number: 995178892658
Feedback (37)
11 Jun 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Josefin)
We ❤️ having Josefin stay with us. She is so easy to live with. Helps out without asking. Josefin would get up early ride 2 horses and then be ready to start the barn chores at 8 am.
She made us some authentic Swedish meals that were very tasty.
She is a great worker and has such a wonderful personality. She has such a great heart for all the… read more
She made us some authentic Swedish meals that were very tasty.
She is a great worker and has such a wonderful personality. She has such a great heart for all the… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Jun 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Louise)
Thanks for the great review Louise.
We really enjoyed having you stay with us even though it was shorter than originally planned.
Louise was easy to live with and had no trouble helping out.
All the best to you with the rest of your studies and maybe we will see you back in Alberta some day.
John says Go Oilers 😉
Bisous 🥰 Bev & John
We really enjoyed having you stay with us even though it was shorter than originally planned.
Louise was easy to live with and had no trouble helping out.
All the best to you with the rest of your studies and maybe we will see you back in Alberta some day.
John says Go Oilers 😉
Bisous 🥰 Bev & John
(Excellent
)
11 Jun 2025
Left by Workawayer (Louise) for host
I spent an wonderful time at Bev and John’s. You are amazing and generous people, who made my stay in Canada even more unforgettable! The accommodation was very nice and the animals were all lovely. Thank you so much, I would do it again and again without any hesitation.
18 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Chiara)
We loved having Kikki stay with us. The month when by quickly. Kikki was easy to live with and we had great conversations over dinner
She was able to handle all the horses and the barn responsibilities with no issues.
Kikki left us a beautiful thank you note for us to read after she left.
Kikki all the best in your move and your studies in the… read more
She was able to handle all the horses and the barn responsibilities with no issues.
Kikki left us a beautiful thank you note for us to read after she left.
Kikki all the best in your move and your studies in the… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Chiara) for host
I spent a whole Month with Bev and John. I had an amazing time. From the very first minute, I felt welcomed into their home. The work was as described in previous feedbacks and is fair. Every night we had a delicious dinner and then we usually had movie nights. Bev made sure I got to ride her horses a lot, inside and outside and John took me to a… read more
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11 Jun 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Josefin)
We ❤️ having Josefin stay with us. She is so easy to live with. Helps out without asking. Josefin would get up early ride 2 horses and then be ready to start the barn chores at 8 am.
She made us some authentic Swedish meals that were very tasty.
She is a great worker and has such a wonderful personality. She has such a great heart for all the… read more
She made us some authentic Swedish meals that were very tasty.
She is a great worker and has such a wonderful personality. She has such a great heart for all the… read more
(Excellent)
11 Jun 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Louise)
Thanks for the great review Louise.
We really enjoyed having you stay with us even though it was shorter than originally planned.
Louise was easy to live with and had no trouble helping out.
All the best to you with the rest of your studies and maybe we will see you back in Alberta some day.
John says Go Oilers 😉
Bisous 🥰 Bev & John
We really enjoyed having you stay with us even though it was shorter than originally planned.
Louise was easy to live with and had no trouble helping out.
All the best to you with the rest of your studies and maybe we will see you back in Alberta some day.
John says Go Oilers 😉
Bisous 🥰 Bev & John
(Excellent)
11 Jun 2025
Left by Workawayer (Louise) for host
I spent an wonderful time at Bev and John’s. You are amazing and generous people, who made my stay in Canada even more unforgettable! The accommodation was very nice and the animals were all lovely. Thank you so much, I would do it again and again without any hesitation.
18 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Chiara)
We loved having Kikki stay with us. The month when by quickly. Kikki was easy to live with and we had great conversations over dinner
She was able to handle all the horses and the barn responsibilities with no issues.
Kikki left us a beautiful thank you note for us to read after she left.
Kikki all the best in your move and your studies in the… read more
She was able to handle all the horses and the barn responsibilities with no issues.
Kikki left us a beautiful thank you note for us to read after she left.
Kikki all the best in your move and your studies in the… read more
(Excellent)
17 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Chiara) for host
I spent a whole Month with Bev and John. I had an amazing time. From the very first minute, I felt welcomed into their home. The work was as described in previous feedbacks and is fair. Every night we had a delicious dinner and then we usually had movie nights. Bev made sure I got to ride her horses a lot, inside and outside and John took me to a… read more
11 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Andréanne)
We loved having Andreanne stay with us for 2 different stays.
She was a bit nervous that her English wasn’t that good but it was great to see her improve a lot by the end of her stay. We had several people from different countries stay with us at the same time so she got to experience their travels and make some great new friends.
Andreanne self… read more
She was a bit nervous that her English wasn’t that good but it was great to see her improve a lot by the end of her stay. We had several people from different countries stay with us at the same time so she got to experience their travels and make some great new friends.
Andreanne self… read more
(Excellent)
2 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Andréanne) for host
I stayed at Bev’s place two times 6 weeks! As soon as I arrived at their place, they were so welcoming and nice to me! It was my first solo trip, and I could not land in a better place!! John and Bev are so nice, the food is amazing, and they have a lot of cute animals!😇 It was always nice to spend time with them, and have good talks! If you have… read more
31 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Dareyne & Lucas)
We loved hosting Dareyne & Luca. They responded to my last minute request as their host had to cancel on their stay.
I wish you two could have stayed longer.
Both were great helpers, and easy to get along with.
They cooked for us several times during their stay and the food was great especially the chocolate dessert 🤩
Dareyne is a wonderful… read more
I wish you two could have stayed longer.
Both were great helpers, and easy to get along with.
They cooked for us several times during their stay and the food was great especially the chocolate dessert 🤩
Dareyne is a wonderful… read more
(Excellent)
30 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Dareyne & Lucas) for host
A-M-A-Z-I-N-G experience !
Bev and John, thank you so much for the 4 weeks we spent at your place. We wish we could have stayed longer ! We had a wonderful time and you are such nice people. You "saved" us on our last minute request and we couldn't have asked for a better place to stay.
We loved your animals and we will miss all of them !! (A… read more
Bev and John, thank you so much for the 4 weeks we spent at your place. We wish we could have stayed longer ! We had a wonderful time and you are such nice people. You "saved" us on our last minute request and we couldn't have asked for a better place to stay.
We loved your animals and we will miss all of them !! (A… read more
18 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Antony)
We really enjoyed having Antony stay with us.
He has an amazing love of animals and his quiet demeanour had all the animals responding so positively to him.
He was able to improve his riding and because our fall was so nice we were able to get out into the mountains with the horses even in December.
Antony is a great worker, and so easy to get… read more
He has an amazing love of animals and his quiet demeanour had all the animals responding so positively to him.
He was able to improve his riding and because our fall was so nice we were able to get out into the mountains with the horses even in December.
Antony is a great worker, and so easy to get… read more
(Excellent)
18 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Antony) for host
I had an amazing 2 months working at Bev and John's place!
Bev is full of knowledge when it comes to horses - and happy to talk through it and teach you. She offered lots of opportunities to get on the saddle and ride, and there's a teacher that comes weekly if you want to improve your riding skills.
The work on the ranch was great; from… read more
Bev is full of knowledge when it comes to horses - and happy to talk through it and teach you. She offered lots of opportunities to get on the saddle and ride, and there's a teacher that comes weekly if you want to improve your riding skills.
The work on the ranch was great; from… read more
18 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Camille)
Camille was our first workaway to come back several times in one season.
We had a great time with Camille. She is so easy to get along with , always happy and smiling. Great worker and we had some interesting conversations about the world.
She is always game for new adventures
It was great to see how much Camille’s riding had improved from the… read more
We had a great time with Camille. She is so easy to get along with , always happy and smiling. Great worker and we had some interesting conversations about the world.
She is always game for new adventures
It was great to see how much Camille’s riding had improved from the… read more
(Excellent)
4 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Camille) for host
I stayed 6 weeks with Bev and John. Sorry, I meant I stayed twice for 6 weeks!
First time in May/June and a second time in October/November. I felt really welcome on the ranch as soon as I stepped in the house, Bev welcomed me with a delicious dinner! My time as a workaway on the ranch with Bev, John, the others workaways, Sandra, horses, dogs… read more
First time in May/June and a second time in October/November. I felt really welcome on the ranch as soon as I stepped in the house, Bev welcomed me with a delicious dinner! My time as a workaway on the ranch with Bev, John, the others workaways, Sandra, horses, dogs… read more
18 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucas)
We loved having Luke stay with us. He contacted us last minute and it was an absolute gift for us to host him.
Easy going True love of animals horses, dogs &. Cats.
He had such a great background of building things and was always asking us for more jobs to do.
We had some great chats about Canadian life versus European life
It was great to see… read more
Easy going True love of animals horses, dogs &. Cats.
He had such a great background of building things and was always asking us for more jobs to do.
We had some great chats about Canadian life versus European life
It was great to see… read more
(Excellent)
3 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lucas) for host
I stayed with Bev and John for 2 months. it was so much fun, and I learned a ton about horses and everything that comes with having horses.
There's always something to do on the ranch, which makes for exciting days!
Bev took us riding in the mountains, and out for a Rodeo and other horse shows. if you want to go learn more about horses, and if… read more
There's always something to do on the ranch, which makes for exciting days!
Bev took us riding in the mountains, and out for a Rodeo and other horse shows. if you want to go learn more about horses, and if… read more
28 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Oscar)
We loved having Oscar stay with us. It was wonderful to see our beautiful province through his eyes. He had never travelled outside of Mexico before. He took in all the scenery with such joy especially when we were riding in the mountains. ❤️
Oscar was a great worker and look on all tasks with ease and would ask for more stuff to do when he was… read more
Oscar was a great worker and look on all tasks with ease and would ask for more stuff to do when he was… read more
(Excellent)
9 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Oscar) for host
My first time in Canada and my first Workaway experience turned out to be much better than I could have imagined. The place was simply beautiful, just like the people I met during my stay. I carry fond memories of each and every one of you, and I will always hold you in my heart.
The enriching conversations and the delicious dinners provided by… read more
The enriching conversations and the delicious dinners provided by… read more
30 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Sabrina)
Hey Sabrina. Thanks for your lovely feedback.
We really enjoyed hosting Sabrina She was very easygoing and had no trouble handling everything that we gave her.
It was great to see her improve her riding skills riding my big boy Triton.
Sabrina enjoy your last few weeks in Alberta and hopefully we will see you again before you head back home.… read more
We really enjoyed hosting Sabrina She was very easygoing and had no trouble handling everything that we gave her.
It was great to see her improve her riding skills riding my big boy Triton.
Sabrina enjoy your last few weeks in Alberta and hopefully we will see you again before you head back home.… read more
(Excellent)
22 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Sabrina) for host
My first Workaway experience and it was absolutely perfect! Everything was exactly as in the pictures. Amazing people, horses, dogs and cats. You feel like home in the first second. Thank you for everything Bev and John!
2 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Fiona Sofie Elma)
We loved having Fiona stay with us. She was very easy to get along with.
Once she knew the routine it was no problem having Fiona handle things on her own.
It was great to see her riding progress from beginning to end.
Fiona really loves animals and she was a pleasure to host.
Wishing you all the best in your Canadian travels for the rest of… read more
Once she knew the routine it was no problem having Fiona handle things on her own.
It was great to see her riding progress from beginning to end.
Fiona really loves animals and she was a pleasure to host.
Wishing you all the best in your Canadian travels for the rest of… read more
(Excellent)
20 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Fiona Sofie Elma) for host
I planned to stay for 4 weeks but ended up staying 6 weeks. Bev and John make you feel welcomed immediately and their dogs, cats and horses are just adorable. I really enjoyed my time! You have your own room downstairs and usually share the bathroom with other workawayers.
The job entails doing stalls, filling haynets, feeding the horses,… read more
The job entails doing stalls, filling haynets, feeding the horses,… read more
11 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Fanny)
We loved having Fanny stay with us. She has a wonderful outgoing personality and had no trouble doing the work even when Mother Nature gave us some cold weather.
It was great to see the process Fanny made on my young horse after only 6 weeks. She is a true animal lover
We didn’t want Fanny to leave us.
All the best Fanny in your new adventures… read more
It was great to see the process Fanny made on my young horse after only 6 weeks. She is a true animal lover
We didn’t want Fanny to leave us.
All the best Fanny in your new adventures… read more
(Excellent)
10 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Fanny) for host
I have stay 6 weeks at Bev and John’s house in the winter. Bev and John make all they can for you to fill good in their home. It’s good to passed moment with us, share dinner, look the TV together. They are awesom, welcoming and generous people. My 6 weeks went by too fast, I really loved this workaway.
For the job, It’s a physical job. We make… read more
For the job, It’s a physical job. We make… read more
6 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Carolin & Eileen) for host
Bev and John are very generous people. We stayed for four weeks at their home and helped Bev in the stable five days a week. We enjoyed assisting for Bev and with the horses a lot. The work is appropriate a lot of fun, once you know your way around and we were able to work independently very early on.
One big plus is Bevs cooking: she is an… read more
One big plus is Bevs cooking: she is an… read more
19 Apr 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
We really enjoyed Frida staying with us. We had some very interesting conversations regarding a socialist country versus Canada.
Frida had no problem handling the horses and the work. It was nice to see Frida go from riding with a bareback pad to riding dressage in a saddle and watching her riding improve after some lessons with my coaches.… read more
Frida had no problem handling the horses and the work. It was nice to see Frida go from riding with a bareback pad to riding dressage in a saddle and watching her riding improve after some lessons with my coaches.… read more
(Excellent)
14 Apr 2021
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
Bev and Johns place is an amazing workaway experience!
I doubt I will ever meet as helpful people as Bev and John. I ended up staying for 7 weeks and enjoyed it all the way. Luxurious accommodations and lovely food every evening. I felt comfortable and welcomed immediately into their household. They are really easy going people and you will not… read more
I doubt I will ever meet as helpful people as Bev and John. I ended up staying for 7 weeks and enjoyed it all the way. Luxurious accommodations and lovely food every evening. I felt comfortable and welcomed immediately into their household. They are really easy going people and you will not… read more
25 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Marion) for host
I've spent about six weeks at Bev and John's place in late summer /early autumn 2020. My stay at the stable was the best workaway experience I have had so far. No doubt, if you are doing the job right, if you look for working and being with horses, if you want to meet great people, this is the place to be !
About the job: it is surely a hard job… read more
About the job: it is surely a hard job… read more
15 May 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Kim)
We loved having Kim stay with us. The world turned upside down less then a month after Kim arrived.
We were so happy that she decided to stay with us as an extended stay until Alberta started to open up again.
Kim is a wonderful worker and a very easy going person to live with.
She was a bit shy when she arrived but quickly settled into our… read more
We were so happy that she decided to stay with us as an extended stay until Alberta started to open up again.
Kim is a wonderful worker and a very easy going person to live with.
She was a bit shy when she arrived but quickly settled into our… read more
(Excellent)
14 May 2020
Left by Workawayer (Kim) for host
Bev and John are the most caring and loving people I've ever. They gave me not only a save place to stay they also made me feel very welcome and not at all out of place. They are both awesome and I enjoyed my stay so much. Not only the people are great, the daily work at the barn and the work with the horses was always fun and not too hard at all.… read more
7 May 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Leon & Jenna-Marie)
Sorry for the late review Jenna, looks like my first one didn’t post up.
We really enjoyed Jenna staying with us. Jenna is easy going and likes to laugh.
She handled our cold winter very well and it was long this year.
Jenna got along with all of our horses and she really loved the cats and dogs.
They did a bunch of hiking and walking the… read more
We really enjoyed Jenna staying with us. Jenna is easy going and likes to laugh.
She handled our cold winter very well and it was long this year.
Jenna got along with all of our horses and she really loved the cats and dogs.
They did a bunch of hiking and walking the… read more
(Excellent)
7 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Leon & Jenna-Marie) for host
My stay with Bev and John was wonderful! Both are amazing people with a positive attitude towards life. I really enjoyed my time at their place!!! I already miss the adorable dogs and cats (didn’t take cinnamon with me 😉), I miss the horses, the hikes, the hot chocolate in the evening and granola in the morning ritual and of course the bachelor… read more
24 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (CLIZIA)
We loved having Clizia become part of our Workaway family. Clizia is funny, easy going and a great worker.
She preferred not to ride our horses but we did convince her to go for a few rides outside in the snow which she throughly enjoyed.
She had no trouble doing the work and bonus for me she loved to clean house 😉
Clizia really loves to be… read more
She preferred not to ride our horses but we did convince her to go for a few rides outside in the snow which she throughly enjoyed.
She had no trouble doing the work and bonus for me she loved to clean house 😉
Clizia really loves to be… read more
(Excellent)
22 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (CLIZIA) for host
AMAZING PEOPLE AT AN AMAZING PLACE!! I stayed at Bev and John's house for 5 weeks, but I was very sad of leaving and I would have stayed there longer!!! Bev and John are special, generous and warm-hearted people.
I was welcomed as a part of the family, I enjoyed everything, being part of their routine, the daily work with the amazing horses which… read more
I was welcomed as a part of the family, I enjoyed everything, being part of their routine, the daily work with the amazing horses which… read more
11 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Mathilde)
We loved having Matilde stay with us for 2 months.
She was so shy about speaking English when she arrived and by the end she was giving us riding lessons in English. ❤️
Matilde was one of our favourite work aways. She grew up on a farm in France so she had no problems (Mother Nature gave her lots of snow) running everything while we went on a 2… read more
She was so shy about speaking English when she arrived and by the end she was giving us riding lessons in English. ❤️
Matilde was one of our favourite work aways. She grew up on a farm in France so she had no problems (Mother Nature gave her lots of snow) running everything while we went on a 2… read more
(Excellent)
11 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Mathilde) for host
Amazing is not enough to talk about my time in Bev place ! I spent 2 beautiful months in her place ! Meet new extraordinary people, and live a sweet horse story!
Beginning with Bev my fist host, she was just perfect with me. she welcomed me, and treated me like her own daughters, she showed me around her place and I’m lucky cause she trusted me… read more
Beginning with Bev my fist host, she was just perfect with me. she welcomed me, and treated me like her own daughters, she showed me around her place and I’m lucky cause she trusted me… read more
9 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Alina)
We loved having Alina as part of our workaway family. She is quiet but had no problem handling the responsibility while we were on vacation. It’s great to be able to go away and know everything is being taken care of.
Mother Nature gave them some interesting weather while we were away.
We did make sure Alina got out hiking, to the mountains and… read more
Mother Nature gave them some interesting weather while we were away.
We did make sure Alina got out hiking, to the mountains and… read more
(Excellent)
29 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Alina) for host
I had such an amazing time together with Bev, her husband and another workaway on her farm in Canada. I was welcomed very warmheartet into their home. The food was great and the routine was not hard to pick up. I loved that they made it able for me to see different citys so I got to know Canda better. The horses such as the cats and dogs were nice… read more
2 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa)
We really enjoyed having Lisa be part of our family for seven weeks. She has a very positive attitude and is very willing to help out weather it’s chores with the horses or helping in the house cooking or baking.
Lisa was very at ease working with the horses and it was wonderful to watch her riding improve over her stay with us.
We really… read more
Lisa was very at ease working with the horses and it was wonderful to watch her riding improve over her stay with us.
We really… read more
(Excellent)
27 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Lisa) for host
I spent seven weeks with John and Bev and I really enjoyed that time! I immediately felt home and was warmly welcomed.
In the first week Bev and I went to the Masters in Spruce Meadows, which will be an unforgettable experience to me, thanks again!
Kathrin, another workawayer, came in the second week with whom I have been housesitting for two… read more
In the first week Bev and I went to the Masters in Spruce Meadows, which will be an unforgettable experience to me, thanks again!
Kathrin, another workawayer, came in the second week with whom I have been housesitting for two… read more
22 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Stina & Sam)
Stina was our first Swedish gal to stay with us.
Thanks for tackling my gardens for me.
Stina had no trouble with working with the horses and even groomed for me at one of my horseshows for a day which was greatly appreciated
I let Stina choose her days off basted on her boyfriends days off as he stayed in Canmore working while she stayed with… read more
Thanks for tackling my gardens for me.
Stina had no trouble with working with the horses and even groomed for me at one of my horseshows for a day which was greatly appreciated
I let Stina choose her days off basted on her boyfriends days off as he stayed in Canmore working while she stayed with… read more
(Very good)
31 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Stina & Sam) for host
Sorry for late review! I've been super busy roadtripping up in Alaska, but here it is finally! :)
I spent about 8 weeks on the Ranch together with 2 other workawayers, Ro and Kirsty. I had an absolute blast and if you're really into animals, this is the place to be! I was given tons of opportunies to ride and handle horses which I am so thankful… read more
I spent about 8 weeks on the Ranch together with 2 other workawayers, Ro and Kirsty. I had an absolute blast and if you're really into animals, this is the place to be! I was given tons of opportunies to ride and handle horses which I am so thankful… read more
22 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Xavier)
We loved having Xavier stay with us for a month. He was quiet and was able to do everything that was asked of him. It was great that Xavier was able to do some jobs for me that I not able to do (chainsawing).
He got along with all the horses and dogs because of his quiet nature.
Xavier is vegan but he assured me that we would do all his own… read more
He got along with all the horses and dogs because of his quiet nature.
Xavier is vegan but he assured me that we would do all his own… read more
(Excellent)
12 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Xavier) for host
Staying one month at Bev's ranch was a great experience !
I have learnt much about horses, ranch management and "Alberta way of life".
Bev and John are open, sincere, funny, energic and warmhearted people who immediatly made me feel at home. They brought me to wonderful wild places were I couldn't have been on my own. Thanks again for that.
They… read more
I have learnt much about horses, ranch management and "Alberta way of life".
Bev and John are open, sincere, funny, energic and warmhearted people who immediatly made me feel at home. They brought me to wonderful wild places were I couldn't have been on my own. Thanks again for that.
They… read more
24 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa)
Sorry for delay on getting your feedback up Lisa but I just recently noticed the first one that I wrote didn’t get posted up. :disappointed:
We enjoyed Lisa staying with us. She was easy to get along with and really enjoyed working with the horses.
Lisa was willing to try all different foods and we loved exchanging travel stories over meals.… read more
We enjoyed Lisa staying with us. She was easy to get along with and really enjoyed working with the horses.
Lisa was willing to try all different foods and we loved exchanging travel stories over meals.… read more
(Excellent)
13 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Lisa) for host
I stayed with Bev, John and their amazing animals for 1 month and I just loved it. I felt welcome from the very first second! Time seemed to fly, but I learned a lot! Bev allowed me to ride Triton in a lesson with Alex which was surprisingly exhausting, cause I learned how to ride forward! Thank you again! Bev also taught me some technics to… read more
24 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Inka)
Sorry for the delay getting your feedback up but I have several not post up :disappointed:
Inka is a very outgoing person who is always smiling and up for adventures.
She had no trouble with the work, was a “easy keeper “ regarding meals as she was always willing to try different things.
We laughed when she would switch back and forth between… read more
Inka is a very outgoing person who is always smiling and up for adventures.
She had no trouble with the work, was a “easy keeper “ regarding meals as she was always willing to try different things.
We laughed when she would switch back and forth between… read more
(Excellent)
27 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Inka) for host
I had a truly awesome stay at the ranch. I enjoyed the not too hard work around the horses and spend some good time with Bev, John and Kathrin (the other workawayer). Bev took us on a couple of hikes and often had an freetime activity planned. She also helped me improving my riding skills as I haven't been on a horse for a quiet long time before.… read more
24 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Léa)
We loved having Lea stay with us. She was the shortest stay we have had and it went by really quickly.
Lea is a great worker, she had no trouble with the tasks & enjoyed riding the horses.
We did get out for some hiking and into the mountains but next time Lea you must plan a longer stay :stuck_out_tongue_winking_eye:
I would not hesitate to… read more
Lea is a great worker, she had no trouble with the tasks & enjoyed riding the horses.
We did get out for some hiking and into the mountains but next time Lea you must plan a longer stay :stuck_out_tongue_winking_eye:
I would not hesitate to… read more
(Excellent)
16 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Léa) for host
I have just spend less than two weeks at Bev's and it was amazing!
Bev and John were so nice and open, they make you feel like you are at home.
On a daily basis, you have to take care of the horses (feeding them, bringing them in their paddock and such). They are actually 5 for now, all beautiful (and very funny) with their own personality. You… read more
Bev and John were so nice and open, they make you feel like you are at home.
On a daily basis, you have to take care of the horses (feeding them, bringing them in their paddock and such). They are actually 5 for now, all beautiful (and very funny) with their own personality. You… read more
9 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
Kirsty was our first British Workaway staying with us.
We laughed with all the different expressions they use compared to us.
Kirsty was very easy to live with in our house, she was easy going and ate everything that we served for meals.
Kirsty had no trouble doing the work and it was nice to see her confidence build around the horses and… read more
We laughed with all the different expressions they use compared to us.
Kirsty was very easy to live with in our house, she was easy going and ate everything that we served for meals.
Kirsty had no trouble doing the work and it was nice to see her confidence build around the horses and… read more
(Excellent)
7 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
I have just spent 6 weeks with Bev and John at their beautiful property, and I can highly recommend them!
We had breakfast together at 7.30am (Bev’s homemade granola is delicious) and work at the barn started at 8am. The routine work included taking the 5 horses from the barn to their individual paddocks, mucking out the stalls and paddocks,… read more
We had breakfast together at 7.30am (Bev’s homemade granola is delicious) and work at the barn started at 8am. The routine work included taking the 5 horses from the barn to their individual paddocks, mucking out the stalls and paddocks,… read more
9 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Rowan)
We loved having Rowan stay with us even if it was only a short stay (3 weeks)
It went by so quickly.
Rowan is such a wonderful easy going person.
She was eager to help with the horses and around the house.
I can highly recommend Rowan.
We had some wonderful travel chats at the dinner table and wish her all the best in her future travels… read more
It went by so quickly.
Rowan is such a wonderful easy going person.
She was eager to help with the horses and around the house.
I can highly recommend Rowan.
We had some wonderful travel chats at the dinner table and wish her all the best in her future travels… read more
(Excellent)
3 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Rowan) for host
John and Bev are very open, natural and kind-hearted people and welcome you into their home as if you are part of the family - and as such you contribute to everyday life as if you are.
The work routine was generally based around looking after the horses (feeding, bringing in/taking out, mucking out stables and yards etc) and there is always… read more
The work routine was generally based around looking after the horses (feeding, bringing in/taking out, mucking out stables and yards etc) and there is always… read more
2 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Kathrin)
Kathrin came to stay with us early April. Part of her stay with us she was farm sitting while we were away for 2 weeks. When Kathrin came she was a bit shy and quiet.
We had no concerns while we were away, Kathrin was a organized and efficient worker. She loved all the animals and loved spending time with them.
Originally Kathrin was only to… read more
We had no concerns while we were away, Kathrin was a organized and efficient worker. She loved all the animals and loved spending time with them.
Originally Kathrin was only to… read more
(Excellent)
31 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Kathrin) for host
I came to John and Bev's place in the beginning of April and I really loved being there. They accepted me the way I was and I have never felt so welcome at any other place before. The work was never too much nor too heavy and it was always fun even if the weather wasn't good, because it was so lovely to be with the horses dogs and cats. Bev took… read more
30 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Natascha) for host
I stayed one amazing month at Bev and Johns place andfelt very welcomed and conftable staying with them.
The first days Bev showed me and Laura (the other workaway who stayed there) everything around the barn and the house, to prepare us for the house sitting the next week.
Everything was normally done in a few hours, so we had a lot of time to… read more
The first days Bev showed me and Laura (the other workaway who stayed there) everything around the barn and the house, to prepare us for the house sitting the next week.
Everything was normally done in a few hours, so we had a lot of time to… read more
20 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)
We really enjoyed having Laura stay with us. The 3 weeks when by so quickly.
It was so great to be able to leave for holidays and have Laura and Natasha look after all our critters.
It was great to watch Laura progress with her riding while she stayed with us.
Laura is a true animal lover and Nutmeg would disappear down into Laura’s bedroom… read more
It was so great to be able to leave for holidays and have Laura and Natasha look after all our critters.
It was great to watch Laura progress with her riding while she stayed with us.
Laura is a true animal lover and Nutmeg would disappear down into Laura’s bedroom… read more
(Excellent)
3 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
Where should I begin...?
I felt comfortable from the first minute and I absolutely enjoyed my workaway experience. It was my second experience in Canada and for sure it couldn´t be better. I´m so glad to have had this experience with Bev and John. They are amazing hosts and very positive people - the type of persons you want to have arround. There… read more
I felt comfortable from the first minute and I absolutely enjoyed my workaway experience. It was my second experience in Canada and for sure it couldn´t be better. I´m so glad to have had this experience with Bev and John. They are amazing hosts and very positive people - the type of persons you want to have arround. There… read more
30 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Johanna)
We loved having Johanna stay with us in September. I was able to spend a week with her before I left Johanna and Jacky house and farm sitting while we were on holidays.
It was so nice to go away for 2 1/2 weeks and know they everyone was looked after.
Johanna is very quiet but she really loves the dogs and horses.
It was fun helping Johanna… read more
It was so nice to go away for 2 1/2 weeks and know they everyone was looked after.
Johanna is very quiet but she really loves the dogs and horses.
It was fun helping Johanna… read more
(Excellent)
26 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Johanna) for host
I stayed at the Ranch for three weeks in September and it couldn’t have been any better. Bev and John are amazing hosts and all the animals are really lovely. From the first moment on, I felt warmly welcomed and I appreciated Bev’s trust towards me and the other girls very much! Thank you, Bev, for letting me ride your horses and entrusting me/us… read more
27 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Marie)
We loved hosting Marie at our place. She was a bit shy when she arrived as her English was her second language but by the end of the 5 weeks Marie was overflowing with confidence. :heart:
Marie is a great worker and works well with others and alone.
She was new to horses but she was able to ride and become quite confident by the end in her trot… read more
Marie is a great worker and works well with others and alone.
She was new to horses but she was able to ride and become quite confident by the end in her trot… read more
(Excellent)
1 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Marie) for host
Thanks you very much for my 5 wonderful weeks in your house !
Bev and John are amaysing, funy, kinde and attentive ! I spent great days with them !
They gave me the oportunity to discover the life in a ranch. I learnt how to take care of horses, how to feed the horses, how to ride... It was awesome.
I saw a dressage and obstacle show where Bev… read more
Bev and John are amaysing, funy, kinde and attentive ! I spent great days with them !
They gave me the oportunity to discover the life in a ranch. I learnt how to take care of horses, how to feed the horses, how to ride... It was awesome.
I saw a dressage and obstacle show where Bev… read more
27 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucile)
We really enjoyed having Lucile stay with us in August. She always had a smile on her face and took to working with the horses very easily. She enjoyed riding several of my horses :horse:
Lucille was part of our “French Connections” :grinning: with Marie hosting both of them at the same time.
They made us French crepes, tomato & mustard piie ,… read more
Lucille was part of our “French Connections” :grinning: with Marie hosting both of them at the same time.
They made us French crepes, tomato & mustard piie ,… read more
(Excellent)
7 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Lucile) for host
Bev and John are amazing hosts that will make your stay in the Calgary area amazing ! They were extremely kind and caring hosts, they made sure I had all the food I liked (fish and sea food because I don't eat meat), the room I had in their house was gorgeous and they took me to see the wonderful Rockies !
The work with the horses was quite simple… read more
The work with the horses was quite simple… read more
1 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Vera)
Vera was an absolutely amazing workaway. She had such a cheerful positive attitude everyday.
She is a self starter and takes on tasks daily with great energy.
Vera loves to hike and be outdoors.
We really enjoyed all the Dutch dishes that she cooked for us.
Vera was our first vegetarian to stay with us but it was no problem as she eats fish as… read more
She is a self starter and takes on tasks daily with great energy.
Vera loves to hike and be outdoors.
We really enjoyed all the Dutch dishes that she cooked for us.
Vera was our first vegetarian to stay with us but it was no problem as she eats fish as… read more
(Excellent)
19 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Vera) for host
This was a GREAT place!! Bev and John are fantastic hosts and they make sure you have a good time there. Lots of nice work to do and lovely horses to take care of. Working at this ranch is a nice way to learn about horses and to have lots of fun!!!! They took me out to explore Alberta and I want to thank Bev and John for everything. I had a… read more
19 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
We loved having Lisa stay with us. Unfortunately she discovered that she was allergic to our Horse hay so Lisa couldn’t stay the whole month.
We nick named Lisa the easy keeper as she was so easy going and ate everything that we served.
We convinced Lisa to take the opportunity to travel north to Alaska and John made sure her car was road worthy… read more
We nick named Lisa the easy keeper as she was so easy going and ate everything that we served.
We convinced Lisa to take the opportunity to travel north to Alaska and John made sure her car was road worthy… read more
(Excellent)
23 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
I had an amazing stay with Bev and John. They're really friendly and i felt welcome the minute I arrived.
It was my first workaway experience and i'm very thankful for this great opportunity.
I enjoyed working with Bev and the other women in the Barn.
They took me for Hiking and explore the outside area which was great.
I would definitely 100%… read more
It was my first workaway experience and i'm very thankful for this great opportunity.
I enjoyed working with Bev and the other women in the Barn.
They took me for Hiking and explore the outside area which was great.
I would definitely 100%… read more
19 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Michelle)
We really enjoyed having Michelle stay with us for a month. It was great to see Michelle grow with the responsibilities given to her from start to finish. She really had no fear of horses considering that she had limited riding experience. She was quite proud showing the next Workaway everything that she had learned. She loved to clean and… read more
(Excellent)
6 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Michelle) for host
I‘ve had a really great time at the Ranch with Bev & John! They are so generous and welcoming hosts and I enjoyed every day at that beautiful Ranch.
Thank you for the many opportunities to ride, all the amazing food & for all the trips you took us to discover the Rockies & the Foothills :)
The horses have such a happy and great life at your… read more
Thank you for the many opportunities to ride, all the amazing food & for all the trips you took us to discover the Rockies & the Foothills :)
The horses have such a happy and great life at your… read more
26 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Wieleke)
It was such a treat having Wieleke stay with us. She shared some of her amazing travel stories with us. :grinning: She had no problem doing the work that was given to her and worked well alone or with others.
Wieleke made some of her favourite Dutch foods as well as teaching me how to make her wonderful pizza over a glass of wine or beer.
She… read more
Wieleke made some of her favourite Dutch foods as well as teaching me how to make her wonderful pizza over a glass of wine or beer.
She… read more
(Excellent)
21 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Wieleke) for host
I can´t believe my 3 weeks with Bev and John are already over! I helped Bev with the care and handling of the horses and with doing chores in the barn. She gave me lots of opportunities to ride her horses and I learned a lot of new things, because she was willing to teach me. I enjoyed working together with her and the people in the barn.
Bev and… read more
Bev and… read more
