Engage with nature conservation and self-contained cottage living in scenic Omarama, Otago, New Zealand

Detalles

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  Descripción

  We have a rural property on the shores of Lake Benmore between Omarama and Otematata. The property forms part of an original high country farm. We have been slowly rejuvenating the property; removing pest plants and planting local indigenous plants, building new gardens and fences, cleaning and tidying old buildings and outside areas. Our new trees/shrubs need watering in the summer months and wire cages made to protect them from the rabbits. There are also lawns to water and mow and leaves to rake up. There is a small camping ground on the property, it is currently closed.
  
  We are a family with 4 grown up children. Bob and Mary who are the owners, live on the property.
  
  We are looking for a couple or pair of friends who would like a self contained cottage in exchange for approx. 12.5 hours of help a week per person.
  
  We have the Alps to Ocean A2O cycle track across the road, great fishing, swimming, and areas to explore.

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  Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje

  Ayuda en proyectos ecológicos

  Jardinería básica

  Proyectos creativos DIY «hazlo tú mismo»

  Ayuda doméstica

  Mantenimiento básico

  Cuidado de casas y mascotas
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  Intereses

  

  Cultura

  

  Política / justicia social

  

  Sostenibilidad

  

  Mascotas

  

  Agricultura

  

  Autodesarrollo

  

  Música

  

  Historia

  

  Bricolaje y manualidades

  

  Cocina y alimentación

  

  Cuidado de plantas

  

  Libros

  

  Arte y diseño

  

  Jardinería

  

  Arquitectura

  

  Animales

  

  Fitness

  

  Navegar / barcos

  

  Actividades al aire libre

  

  Deportes de aventura

  

  Naturaleza

  

  Acampada

  

  Deportes acuáticos

  

  Senderismo

  

  Ciclismo
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  Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje

  Experience the arid landscape and history of the Upper Waitaki valley. The Omarama basin has the coldest and hottest temperatures in NZ. Learn about the unique flora and fauna that have adapted to this area. Historically the Maori travelled up the Waitaki river in search of summer provisions. Visit caves showing their rock art. More recently the Waitaki has been tamed for hydro power. Visit the impressive Benmore Earth Dam and learn about our sustainable hydro scheme that powers NZ . This area is also famous for merino sheep farming, gliding and trout/salmon fishing.

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  Proyectos con niños

  En este proyecto podría haber niños. Para obtener más información, consulta nuestras directrices y consejos aquí.

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  Ayuda

  We are offering a self-contained house in exchange for approx. 12.5 hours a week per person. Help may include gardening, cleaning, general maintenance and various small building projects.
  
  Looking for a couple or a pair of friends.
  
  Own transport required to allow you to explore the local area and reach the local towns (10mins drive) for groceries and supplies.
  
  We would love you to stay for at least a month, with longer term stays even more ideal.

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  Idiomas hablados

  Inglés: Fluido

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  Alojamiento

  We will provide a self-contained cottage. Including a double bed (and twin singles), all bedding, fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, indoor and outdoor living spaces. You will have privacy and be able to come and go as you please.
  
  There is a supermarket in Omarama where you can get groceries, and cook for yourselves in the cottage kitchen. We enjoy sharing morning tea and dinner together on occasion and the opportunity to get to know you.

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  Algo más...

  There are many local areas to explore on your days off and we are happy to give you some recommendations. We have bikes you can borrow, great for use on the Alps to Ocean cycle track which is just across from our front gate.

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  Un poco más de información

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    Acceso a Internet

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    Acceso a Internet limitado

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    Tenemos animales

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    Somos fumadores

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    Puede alojar familias

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  Espacio para aparcar autocaravanas

  Lots of space and power supply for campervans

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  Podría aceptar mascotas

  Este anfitrión dice que acepta a viajeros con mascotas.

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  ¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?

  Más de dos

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  Mis animales / mascotas

  Merino sheep

  We have merino wethers in our paddocks. These are shorn annually in October and their very fine wool is a valuable NZ export product.

  Kahu (4 años)

  A Collie Vizla cross.

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