Derek & Bobbi

Canada
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At home
Activities we are interested in:
We are looking for a farm, gardening, harvest fruits, house sitting, business aids and or pet sitting anywhere in Europe Oct 2025 - April 2026
Our next destination:
France - from Oct 2025 until Apr 2026
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***looking for house/animal sitting for November and December ***
We're travelling with our new 5 month old, 3kg Puppy

Hi, we are a fun fit couple from Canada, Derek and Bobbi, pleased to meet you!
Scuba diving, motorcycles, paragliding, water activities, animals, hikes, food & wine, are all some of our passions in life. We are suited for any type of work or house sitting, we love dogs and all animals.

We have been Workaway hosts in the past and really enjoyed the experience and with our great work ethic, sense of humour and love for life we have a lot to offer as workawayers.

Now it's our turn to travel and explore the world, meet new people and share our life skills with people who need help.
Interests
Charity work
Culture
Photography
Videography
Carpentry
Mountain
Hiking
Fitness
Farming
Yoga / Wellness
Water sports
Sailing / Boating
Technology
Team sports
Pets
Cycling
Books
Camping
Nature
Outdoor activities
Gardening
Plant care
Music
Cooking & food
Beach
Animals
Adventure sports
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
French: Beginner
More details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.
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Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn
We're interested in:
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Languages
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Able to teach about:
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
House sitting
More details about your skills
Derek's skills are: Forestry, Chainsaws, swimming pool/hot tub maintenance, boats, repair and maintenance, Drone photography, lawn and garden care, window/ gutter cleaning, mechanical repairs, cooking, advanced scuba diver, advanced paraglider, equipment operator, Dog lover, speaks a bit of basic Spanish and basic terrible French.

Bobbi's skills are: Gardening guru, animals, housekeeping, book keeping, pool and hot tub maintenance, cooking, wine tasting, advanced scuba diver, motorcycle driver, Dog lover, speaks a bit of Spanish and French
Not afraid of hard work, we can learn any new skills needed as well. We are honest trustworthy people that treat others with respect.
Age
61 & 59
What else ...
We are happy and fun
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  no
- Special dietary requirements
  no

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1 Dec 2022

Left by host (Help a Swedish couple with ...) for Workawayer ()

Bobbi and Derek stayed with us for a couple of months during the fall of 2022. They are extremely efficient and hard working and get things done in absolute no time and then move on to the next project. The number of trees they felled and then cut up for firewood is impressive and will last us several winters. They continuously serviced the… read more

(Excellent )

24 Nov 2022

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help a Swedish couple with ...)

Where to begin....................Wow our stay was everything you could hope for in a Workaway opportunity. Richard and Camilla immediately made us feel welcomed and appreciated. They are down to earth, fun, honest and hardworking people that absolutely set you up with everything you need to be productive and successful. Our skill set was utilized… read more

(Excellent )

3 May 2022

Left by host (Help with walking 2 big dogs ...) for Workawayer ()

Boy, did we luck out when Bobbi and Derek showed up!

The dogs just loved both of them to pieces... they got so much love and attention and walks!

The Main Kitchen, the floors and even the dark corners could not hide from Bobbi's willingness to keep sending the dust packing.

And the plants! They are looking so good and healthy after Bobbi put a… read more

(Excellent )

30 Apr 2022

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help with walking 2 big dogs ...)

We really enjoyed our time at this guest house. Lucas, Terry and Ulla are just wonderful honest down to earth people. The work wasn't really work at all, walking dogs, sweeping, mopping, watering plants, etc.

The town of la Cruz is a fantastic little place full of friendly people.

We miss you all.

(Excellent )

1 Apr 2020

Left by host (Animal lovers welcome to come ...) for Workawayer ()

Derek & Bobbi are a great couple who combine fitness, zest for life and years of experience which meant they were invaluable around the finca. I was able to let them get on with any jobs they noticed that needed doing. They were great with all the animals which was very useful especially when Lola was so poorly. Now thankfully recovered I can say… read more

(Excellent )

1 Apr 2020

Left by Workawayer () for host (Animal lovers welcome to come ...)

We miss the Finca already.
If you love peace and quiet, isolated comfort and animals this is perfect for you.

We arrived to a warm welcome and off to Carnival we went. Had so much fun with Sandra and her friends, such a warm welcome.

The Casita is very comfortable and has everything you need for a week or year. Very private and self… read more

(Excellent )

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1 Dec 2022

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24 Nov 2022

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3 May 2022

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30 Apr 2022

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1 Apr 2020

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1 Apr 2020

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25 Feb 2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Come join me in Airlie Beach, ...)

We arrived at the right time we think. Jude was having some health issues and needed a break, after a quick orientation on who things are to go, we got at it. The first few days were a bit of a challenge but we were determined to not call for help and to just figure it out.

Bobbi quickly took charge of all the cleaning and organizing, Derek took… read more

(Excellent)

25 Feb 2019

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Bobbi & Derek,
What can we say that would describe two wonderful, intelligent, funny, honest, interesting & down to earth people from the other side of the world. You both just slot your selves into the job & away you go. You are always welcome to come visit. Thank You both so much for your help. Love you work
Jude, Damo & the Team

(Excellent)

10 Feb 2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help on our beautiful ...)

From the first moment we arrived we were treated with amazing hospitality and quickly felt like long lost friends with Char and Terry. The absolute beauty of this property left us speechless and in awe.

The accommodations were excellent, spotless clean, very very comfortable and welcoming. Meals were amazing and filling with nutritious healthy… read more

(Excellent)

10 Feb 2019

Left by host (Help on our beautiful ...) for Workawayer ()

It was a pleasure to host Derek and Bobbi, even though it was only for one short week. Derek and Bobbi were like family from day one helping us with anything and everything, nothing was to much effort, and we were sad to see them go. Derek and Bobbi were willing to take on anything asked of them, nothing was to much trouble.
Derek and my husband… read more

(Excellent)

5 Feb 2019

Left by host (Live the Byron Dream in Our ...) for Workawayer ()

Derek and Bobbi are extremely well suited to the work away experience. They are self-starting, competent, experienced, diligent ... you get the picture.

That said that, these guys are no shrinking violets. They are strong and forceful people who leave a significant footprint on all they do.

Their time here was extraordinary productive in so… read more

(Excellent)

2 Feb 2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Live the Byron Dream in Our ...)

Staying with Michael in his lovely home was our second workaway experience and we were not disappointed. Michael and George greeted us and made us feel at home. We also appreciated the privacy that went both ways. The accommodations are excellent with ample space to relax, we especially enjoyed the shaded pool area in the heat of the afternoon.… read more

(Very good)

10 Jan 2019

Left by host (Family looking for friendly ...) for Workawayer ()

It was real pleasure to host Bobbi and Derek, both of whom are extremely capable workers. They blended into our family well and we enjoyed many wonderful meals with them. On a skill level, there isnt much this dynamic duo can't accomplish and they are full of energy.
A health issue cut our time short and we were sorry to see them go. They truely… read more

(Very good)

9 Jan 2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Family looking for friendly ...)

We, my wife and I, spent a week helping Rosemary and Dave do some maintenance around their home. Unfortunately due to some issues we had to leave early.

The work was varied and changed constantly. The accommodations were excellent and the meals, coffee, etc. were excellent. I was able to get their pool sorted out and looking good, and hopefully… read more

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