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Descripción
We invite you to help us out at the Lodge located on Kipawa Lake, Quebec. As a remote island getaway we provide our guests with housekeeping cottages, boat and motor rentals, and water taxi service. We are located 22 miles by water (boat-in only) from the Village of Kipawa, Quebec.
Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje
Práctica de idiomas
Jardinería
Construcción y bricolaje
Ayuda doméstica
Mantenimiento general
Ayuda informática
Intereses
Películas y televisión
Libros
Cocina y alimentación
Jardinería
Fotografía
Actividades al aire libre
Naturaleza
Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje
While staying at our Lodge you will have many opportunities to learn new skills. Baking bread, building docks, construction, fishing as well as meeting people of all ages and practicing languages.
El anfitrión ofrece una paga acorde al salario mínimo
Este anfitrión ofrece alojamiento y paga.
Ayuda
Help may include food preparation, yard tasks (mowing lawn, gardening, etc.), painting, dock and cabin repairs, cutting firewood, cleaning cabins, laundry, etc.
Must be physically fit
We have a strict no pet policy for our guests and staff.
Alcohol or drug abuse will not be tolerated.
Workawayers must have health/travel insurance.
Idiomas
Idiomas hablados
Inglés: Fluido
Francés: IntermedioEste anfitrión ofrece intercambio de idiomas
Este anfitrión ha indicado que está interesado en compartir su idioma o aprender otro.
Ponte en contacto con él para obtener más información.
Alojamiento
2025 Workawayers will be given a private accommodation if available. Otherwise you will be given a private bedroom in the main lodge but have a shared bathroom.
All meals will be provided regardless of type of accommodation.
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We are an island location on Kipawa Lake, Quebec. Experience the Canadian Wilderness at its best. Beautiful scenery, sunsets, excellent fishing for Walleye, Northern Pike, Lake Trout, Whitefish and other species. Canoeing, Kayaking and boating or just relax and enjoy nature during your leisure time. Meals and gratuities are included.
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Acceso a Internet
Acceso a Internet limitado
Tenemos animales
Somos fumadores
Puede alojar familias
¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?
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Número de referencia de anfitrión: 385683948818
Comentarios (13)
20 may 2025
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Annaëlle )
Anna joined us for a few weeks at the busiest time. She helped clean, set up and prep our cabins for the opening of our 2025 season. She was a energetic, organized and eager to help in any way possible. Anna has a positive attitude is outgoing and very friendly. Thank you so much for all your help Anna, much appreciated.
(Excelente
)
18 may 2025
Dejado por el workawayer (Annaëlle ) para el anfitrión
I stayed at the lodge for two weeks at the very beginning of the season, before the guests arrived, and loved the experience. The island is very beautiful, Barb and Wayne are very nice and interesting people and we shared nice moments. I was working around 6 hours a day, but it was already good exercice ! My missions mostly revolved around… read more
11 sept 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Hannah )
Hannah and Angie joined our team for several weeks. They were both very respectful, friendly, outgoing and caring towards our guests as well as co-workers. They took pride in all they did, were quick to the place and went above and beyond our expectations by helping us with our social media and website.
We would definitely welcome them back in… read more
We would definitely welcome them back in… read more
(Excelente
)
5 sept 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Hannah ) para el anfitrión
Barb and Wayne, a wonderful couple who pull together! They took us in at the last minute and we spent almost a month at this place - a paradise. There couldn't have been a better place to do a workaway! Barb and Wayne are so welcoming, helpful and always up for a laugh. We enjoyed our time, learned so much and had so much fun. In our free time we… read more
8 ago 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (YI-CHING) para el anfitrión
I had the pleasure of staying at Kipawa for nearly two months, and it was an absolutely amazing experience.
The work primarily involved cleaning and maintaining the cabins, along with occasional tasks like painting, sewing, and gardening. We even got to try some unique and fun activities, such as trapping groundhogs and trail-making. Barb was… read more
The work primarily involved cleaning and maintaining the cabins, along with occasional tasks like painting, sewing, and gardening. We even got to try some unique and fun activities, such as trapping groundhogs and trail-making. Barb was… read more
8 ago 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (YI-CHING)
Yi-Ching was a pleasure to host. She was quiet, yet outgoing. Got along well with the entire team. She was meticulous in everything she did. Took pride in her work, and worked very hard. She helped us out at the busiest time and did so with a smile. Thank you Yi-Ching for all your hard work. We wish you luck in your future endeavours!
(Excelente
)
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Precisión del perfil:
(5.0)
Intercambio cultural:
(4.7)
Comunicación:
(5.0)
20 may 2025
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Annaëlle )
Anna joined us for a few weeks at the busiest time. She helped clean, set up and prep our cabins for the opening of our 2025 season. She was a energetic, organized and eager to help in any way possible. Anna has a positive attitude is outgoing and very friendly. Thank you so much for all your help Anna, much appreciated.
(Excelente)
18 may 2025
Dejado por el workawayer (Annaëlle ) para el anfitrión
I stayed at the lodge for two weeks at the very beginning of the season, before the guests arrived, and loved the experience. The island is very beautiful, Barb and Wayne are very nice and interesting people and we shared nice moments. I was working around 6 hours a day, but it was already good exercice ! My missions mostly revolved around… read more
11 sept 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Hannah )
Hannah and Angie joined our team for several weeks. They were both very respectful, friendly, outgoing and caring towards our guests as well as co-workers. They took pride in all they did, were quick to the place and went above and beyond our expectations by helping us with our social media and website.
We would definitely welcome them back in… read more
We would definitely welcome them back in… read more
(Excelente)
5 sept 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Hannah ) para el anfitrión
Barb and Wayne, a wonderful couple who pull together! They took us in at the last minute and we spent almost a month at this place - a paradise. There couldn't have been a better place to do a workaway! Barb and Wayne are so welcoming, helpful and always up for a laugh. We enjoyed our time, learned so much and had so much fun. In our free time we… read more
8 ago 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (YI-CHING) para el anfitrión
I had the pleasure of staying at Kipawa for nearly two months, and it was an absolutely amazing experience.
The work primarily involved cleaning and maintaining the cabins, along with occasional tasks like painting, sewing, and gardening. We even got to try some unique and fun activities, such as trapping groundhogs and trail-making. Barb was… read more
The work primarily involved cleaning and maintaining the cabins, along with occasional tasks like painting, sewing, and gardening. We even got to try some unique and fun activities, such as trapping groundhogs and trail-making. Barb was… read more
8 ago 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (YI-CHING)
Yi-Ching was a pleasure to host. She was quiet, yet outgoing. Got along well with the entire team. She was meticulous in everything she did. Took pride in her work, and worked very hard. She helped us out at the busiest time and did so with a smile. Thank you Yi-Ching for all your hard work. We wish you luck in your future endeavours!
(Excelente)
8 ago 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Riccardo)
Ricardo helped us get the lodge ready for our 35th season. He built docks, painted, did yard work, cleaned and helped with guests. He was courteous and hardworking. Thank you Ricardo!
(Muy Bien )
7 ago 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Lena & Florian)
Lena and Florian were a pleasure to host. They both possess positive attitudes, are courteous, polite, energetic and eager to help in any way possible. They are outgoing, friendly and caring towards others. They are quick learners and are able to work on their own as well as a team. They cleaned, built docks, painted, did yardwork, assisted… read more
(Excelente)
5 ago 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Lena & Florian) para el anfitrión
We spent three unforgettable months at the lodge, and they were truly enriching. We learned so much, from DIY projects and general maintenance to fishing. Barb and Wayne made us feel welcome right from the start and were incredibly patient. For us, Kipawa was a peaceful retreat filled with wonderful people and cherished moments : playing board… read more
1 feb 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Audrey)
I can't say enough about Audrey. She exceeded our expectations in every way.
Friendly, positive and outgoing and eager to help with any task, Audrey is an extremely hardworking and amazing person and will no doubt excel in anything she does.
She was a delight to be around and got along well with everyone.
We wish you luck Audrey. Can't thank you… read more
Friendly, positive and outgoing and eager to help with any task, Audrey is an extremely hardworking and amazing person and will no doubt excel in anything she does.
She was a delight to be around and got along well with everyone.
We wish you luck Audrey. Can't thank you… read more
(Excelente)
26 ene 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Audrey) para el anfitrión
Barb and Wayne were such gracious hosts! I was with them at the lodge in May for around a month. It was a really unique experience. The lodge is absolutely stunning, and is the perfect location to relax.
The first couple weeks of work consisted of preparing the lodge for guests to arrive, so Barb and I worked on cleaning cabins and doing odd… read more
The first couple weeks of work consisted of preparing the lodge for guests to arrive, so Barb and I worked on cleaning cabins and doing odd… read more
30 nov 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Timothée) para el anfitrión
I worked here for about 2 months. I met other young people like me and it was very enriching to discover other cultures (Italy, Germany, America). Every day was different and I learned new skills like rebuilding a dock, cleaning and painting cottages and even driving a quad bike !
I also got to meet the guests who came to the island and learn how… read more
I also got to meet the guests who came to the island and learn how… read more
27 ago 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Timothée)
Timothee was very eager to learn and help out even with the not so nice projects. He was pleasant to be around and got along well with others. We wish him luck!
(Muy Bien )
27 ago 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Natan)
Nate was an excellent Workawayer. He was energetic, had a positive attitude and a hard worker. Tasks after tasks were finished and well done. He was very helpful and pleasant with our guests. We wish you luck Nate. Thank you for all your hard work!
(Excelente)
10 jun 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Natan) para el anfitrión
Wayne and Barb were sooo gracious and welcoming during my four-week stay with them in May! The first two weeks of my stay were dedicated to preparing the lodge for the season and the last two weeks to running the lodge with guests. The lodge was beautiful, being so well maintained by the couple. Deep in the wilderness around Kipawa Lake, it's… read more
11 ago 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Lea Marie ) para el anfitrión
Thanks Wayne and Barb for this amazing 2 month.
The lodge is an island in one of the beautiful lake of Quebec. The way from the bus station to the Lodge was amazing, because you have to use a boot to get there.
It was a dream, i enjoy everything on the island.
To live on this Lodge was absolutely perfect for me, it is so peaceful. To live with… read more
The lodge is an island in one of the beautiful lake of Quebec. The way from the bus station to the Lodge was amazing, because you have to use a boot to get there.
It was a dream, i enjoy everything on the island.
To live on this Lodge was absolutely perfect for me, it is so peaceful. To live with… read more
17 oct 2017
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Philip)
Phil came to stay with us for a short time. During that time he was extremely helpful with many duties including cleaning, food prep, serving, yard work and customer service. Thank you Phil!
(Excelente)
17 oct 2017
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Christophe & Daria)
From the moment Christophe and Daria arrived, they jumped right in and helped in everyway possible. Food prep, serving, laundry cleaning and yard work are just a few of the jobs they helped out with. They were friendly with our guests, eager to help and lots of fun to work with. Their ability to speak fluent English, French, Spanish and German… read more
(Excelente)
12 oct 2017
Dejado por el workawayer (Christophe & Daria) para el anfitrión
It's gonna be hard to top Joe's feedback, so i'm just gonna agree with everything he said :)
I think i need to emphasize on how good the food was, we still haven't eaten this well in Montreal !
Daria and I wanted to thank you again for the unbelievable experience and welcome you guys gave us, and as Joe put it, you made it possible for us to… read more
I think i need to emphasize on how good the food was, we still haven't eaten this well in Montreal !
Daria and I wanted to thank you again for the unbelievable experience and welcome you guys gave us, and as Joe put it, you made it possible for us to… read more
18 sept 2017
Dejado por el workawayer (Joe ) para el anfitrión
I stayed with Wayne and Barb for almost 4 months. It was one of the best experiences of my life! Firstly the lodge is in an absolutely amazing part of the world. It is quintessentially what I wanted to experience in Canada. The work is great fun and I loved working as dock hand. I learned loads of new skills and really improved my angling ability.… read more
17 jul 2017
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Joe )
Joe is awesome! He is everything he claims to be and more. He works hard, has made many friends, is quick to help with any task and takes pride in all he does. Our guests are impressed with his manners and willingness to go above and beyond. We are so fortunate to have him as a helper. Thank you Joe!!!!
(Excelente)
13 may 2017
Dejado por el workawayer (Nicolas) para el anfitrión
My first Workaway experience and it was a memorable one. I immediately felt at home as Barb and Wayne are wonderful hosts who show respect, patience and interest in their workawayers. I helped them out for a couple of days, preparing the lodge for opening weekend, and I would recommend staying and working here to everyone. It's located in a… read more
30 ene 2017
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Victor)
Victor was a pleasure to host. He was friendly with everyone and lots of fun to work with. He was eager and willing to help in any way possible. We wish you all the best Victor!
(Excelente)
5 ago 2015
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Cole)
Hi Cole, It was a pleasure having you stay with us. You were a great help and all of guests commented on how eager helpful you were with there luggage arriving and departing. Good luck and safe travels, Wayne and Barb
(Excelente)
5 ago 2015
Dejado por el workawayer (Cole) para el anfitrión
I stayed for three weeks and had an amazing time. I learned a lot, enjoyed the incredible setting, and ate delicious food. Wayne and Barb are terrific hosts and made my stay very much enjoyable. Thank you so much.
2 jul 2015
Dejado por el workawayer (Nikos & Georgia) para el anfitrión
This place is located in a pristine surrounding deep in the wilderness of northern Ontario. The place is breathtaking by itself. Adding the stunning sunset, the incredible loons during the night and the rich wildlife, maybe we are talking about heaven on earth.
BUT, what makes this place unique and what transformed our stay in a truly amazing… read more
BUT, what makes this place unique and what transformed our stay in a truly amazing… read more
11 ene 2015
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Kenneth & Jalyn)
Wayne and I both enjoyed hosting Kenneth as our first Workawayer. He was very pleasant, helpful and eager to help in any way possible. Kenneth did a lot of painting while staying with us. Our camp has never looked better. He also helped rebuild docks, cut and stacked fire wood and was a pleasure to spend time with. Thank you Kenny, we wish you all… read more
(Excelente)
