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Hello,
My name is Renata, aka blue. I am very happy to be a member of this community. I believe in a healthy and self-sufficient life style. I have been working on and off on small woodland farms for the last few years and enjoyed it very much.
I would like to expand my horizons and learn more about self sufficiency and construction.
Also, to experience life at wilderness camps, lodges, resorts and other nature friendly ventures. There is no better way to learn than hands on!
I have a basic knowledge of natural farming, as well as turkey and chicken raising. I have assisted in a log cabin construction, have helped getting wood for the winter, putting shakes on the roof, snow shovelling, stables clean out, housekeeping, laundry, grounds keeping, fencing, and all aspects of gardening. In some places, I cared for horses, sheep, lambs, goats as well as cats and dogs. Always happy to do something outside!
Thank you all the beautiful hosts for your lessons, awesome experiences and hospitality!
I am hoping to live on my own small farm one day, so I better learn what I need to know.
I am also looking for an opportunity to learn more about natural healing techniques and plants.
In addition, I am an avid photographer, travelling extensively here in Canada as well as internationally and often spend my evenings organizing my pictures or reading.
Looking ahead, I am interested in joining a small community/tribe to live with, work, laugh, contribute and be of service :) I also offer free energy healing, Reiki!
I certainly like to earn my keep and take pride in my work. I am strong, in great shape, easy going and like a good laugh.
Interests
Cooking & food
Languages
Camping
Beach
Winter sports
Music
Plant care
Photography
Hiking
Charity work
Astronomy
Sustainability
Pets
Carpentry
Dancing
Gardening
Mountain
Yoga / Wellness
Art & design
Self development
Outdoor activities
Books
Animals
Nature
Farming
Culture
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Polish: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Russian: Intermediate
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Eco Projects
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Life at a Farmstay
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Art Projects
More details about your skills
I can work in the garden, keep the grounds, prune trees, bake bread, cook European dishes, help with construction work, clean, care for animals, care for elders, split n stack wood, shovel snow, do energy healing (Reiki), and help in a BnB or a resort setting.
Age
54
What else ...
I can stay longer than two weeks.
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
noSpecial dietary requirements
NO
Feedback
Creston Valley and area are like real Paradise with phenomenal sunsets, orchards and forests with lots of wildflowers.
Work is very reasonable and easy. They always make sure you are OK doing what is asked of you and it… read more
They are both very welcoming, friendly and generous. Their home is warm and cozy and the views are spectacular!
I got to do all the work I enjoy doing outside, and had fun with the dogs, a horse, chickens and the rooster!
Chris is a great cook and food was very… read more
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Creston Valley and area are like real Paradise with phenomenal sunsets, orchards and forests with lots of wildflowers.
Work is very reasonable and easy. They always make sure you are OK doing what is asked of you and it… read more
They are both very welcoming, friendly and generous. Their home is warm and cozy and the views are spectacular!
I got to do all the work I enjoy doing outside, and had fun with the dogs, a horse, chickens and the rooster!
Chris is a great cook and food was very… read more
An awesome place to workaway, learn about wild foods, forage, and share. It was very busy at times, but the end morsel was worth all the work that has gone into it :)
Tom cooks for small gatherings... some in the woods, some on the beach, in town, or in his… read more
This is a great place in the woods that is still close and convenient to get to Victoria, or any other awesome place on the Island.
I helped with the yard spring cleaning, some landscaping, planting,
watering the garden, some minor help around the house and had a great time... and the… read more
Kevin
Work was very easy and not to much at all. He had a fire going and a pizza in the evening for us after work. There was another workawayer there as well, so all work was done in no time at all.
His place is very clean… read more
They are very friendly and accommodating, and you feel right at home.
I loved the cabin and the dog Skipper who kept me company when they have gone away.
I came for a couple of weeks in December and have stayed till end of March....need I say more?
A perfect place to… read more
She is so easy to have around, respectful, quiet, helpful and willing.
You will be blessed having her at your place.
This place is amazing with all the beauty and the silence I was looking for.
The cabin is very comfortable with everything you may need, even a skylight above your bed to watch the stars.
Ron makes sure you are feeling at home and lets you work at your own pace.
I have… read more
what a great experience! I have spent only a week at the farm and enjoyed every day of it ;)
Always looking for a new, neat experiences, I have tried my hand at some traditional tools, learned about decision making process at the co-op, learned about raising pigs and rabbits and enjoyed the company of workawayers from Europe.
Everyone at the… read more