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I am a retired public servant with a common-law spouse who is semi-retired. Our 25-acre farm needs work to re-claim gardens which have become over-grown, and to maintain the yard to bring it back to a more orderly appearance (i.e. overgrown weeds in the yard, tree branches that need trimming, and young trees that need to be pulled up. We have had some large trees come down in an ice storm in the spring of 2023 and these will need to be cleared away, so there will be some chainsaw work (we will handle the chainsaw). The house also needs some de-cluttering which I find easier with another person to motivate me to get the job done.
June/July is hay season and we may be baling hay in small squares. Help to load 2 - 3 wagons would be appreciated. It is hard work, but fun when done with a group.
I train horses now that I'm retired. I change behaviours in horses that may be unsafe. Sometimes this is due to pain or discomfort from ill-fitting tack; sometimes it is due to training gaps. I educate the owner to help them better understand their horse. I have ample opportunity to ride with other local horse people and would welcome company from experienced riders on these outings.
We are non-smokers.Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje
Jardinería
Construcción y bricolaje
Cuidado de animales
Ayuda doméstica
Mantenimiento general
Objetivos de sostenibilidad de las NU que intenta conseguir este anfitrión
Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje
We have an organic farm, so organic practices would be learned. No herbicides or pesticides are used in the gardens. I am also a trainer and would welcome company on horse training sessions (no help required with training) and if interested to learn how to change behaviour, watching the session could provide some insight to natural horsemanship. Accompanying on trail rides would offer exposure to other local riders and some potlucks.
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We are a small organic 25-acre horse farm. Help is needed to re-claim gardens, repair the barn by reconstructing a new barn door and hanging it, and yard maintenance. Some help with house work is also needed (de-clutter). Trail riding may be available depending on the riding skill of the traveller. We have 5 horses and travel off-property to locals trails in the area. The day would be spit with work and riding.
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Alemán: Principiante
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We have a 1 1/2 story house on a 25-acre farm, and would provide a bedroom (queen-sized bed) and meals. No vegans please as I do not know how to make vegan meals. The bathroom is shared. Access to Wifi is provided.
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Our farm is located 1 hour south of Ottawa. It is quiet and in the country with lots of green space. Occasional trips to the city may be arranged depending on the work schedule and completion of projects. We have music get-togethers on Sundays, so if you can play an instrument, feel free to join in.
I am retired, but train horses part-time. There are 5 horses on the property, all rideable. However, any rides would be accompanied by the owner for safety. We have a horse trailer and are about 1/2 hour from local trails. I fix behavioural issues such as trailer loading, bucking, bolting, and ground manners. You would be welcome to accompany me on training sessions.Un poco más de información
Acceso a Internet
Acceso a Internet limitado
Tenemos animales
Somos fumadores
Puede alojar familias
Puede acoger a nómadas digitales
We are retired, so available during the week with projects. I have clients with horse problems and I travel to them to resolve issues. If you are interested in the horse training aspect, you are welcome to join me. However, liability insurance limits your involvement.
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