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We are a family with two boys(11&13) who enjoy the outdoors. In our free time we enjoy walking, bouldering and biking and skiing. We have a bouldering wall in the shed.
We are a busy family, but are trying to make time for things like roasting marshmallows at the beach, picnics in the park and table tennis in the lounge.
We enjoy having company and getting glimpses into other peoples way of life and culture- especially for the boys as New Zealand can be a bit isolated in this way. We like having our meals together and would hope you are part of this.
Over the spring and summer months there is lots of camping space outside for you to stay, we can provide camping gear. Depending on Grames work situation you can also stay in our office/TV room which we only use occasionally for family movies.
We live 4 km out of Timaru connected with a bike trail along the coast- it takes about 30 minutes to bike to town.
Silke runs a little sourdough bakery in the shed and is keen to share bread making skills (or learn any special recipes from your home).
We recently got a puppy, Bodie, who lives outside but we spend a lot of time playing, walking and hanging out with him.
At the moment we really would like some help with caring for our native trees, cooking meals, play board games and get ready for making hot cross buns.
Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje
Ayuda en proyectos ecológicos
Jardinería
Construcción y bricolaje
Cuidado de animales
Cocinar para toda la familia
Ayuda doméstica
Intereses
Política / justicia social
Sostenibilidad
Mascotas
Cuidado de plantas
Jardinería
Cocina y alimentación
Carpintería
Animales
Naturaleza
Baile
Acampada
Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje
Graeme is a Kiwi and Silke is German. Lukas and Jakob speak English and understand German. We have travelled a year in Europe enjoying different cultures and love the kids having exposure to that. We enjoy sharing this great piece of the earth with travellers. Having been an exchange student in my teens I have an understanding what a positive impact this sort of thing can have when you are away from home.
Proyectos con niños
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Ayuda
For the autumn and winter months we require help with planting trees/digging holes, mulching, weedeating. So someone who feels confident with this would be important .
During summer months We need help juggling the everyday things around the home. Jobs may include household tasks, engaging with the kids, gardening, cooking meals, small renovating projects.
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Idiomas hablados
Alemán: Fluido
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Alojamiento
We have a spare room/tv/ office space which we only use occasionally for family movies. Graeme works from home two days a week and requires this space from 8.30am to 5pm. But the house has a large lounge and room for chilling during those 2 days.
Over spring and summer we can offer a camping area for sleeping. However, we do hope you enjoy being part of our home the rest of the time, sharing meals and hanging out if you like.
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We recently shifted to our new home at the beach and there is plenty to do on our little piece of land. Our project for winter/spring is planting native trees.
We are really interested in learning about permaculture and regenerating native plantings.
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Acceso a Internet
Acceso a Internet limitado
Tenemos animales
Somos fumadores
Puede alojar familias
Espacio para aparcar autocaravanas
We live next to the beach and a camper or tent can be pitched on our surrounding land.
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Dos
Mis animales / mascotas
Bodie
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Comentarios (8)
He was very relaxed and fun for the boys to be around we loved him playing the guitar and his relaxed way of fitting into the family.
His work was of such a high standard even when the work was physically demanding.
He is… read more
Silke included me in family activities right from the day I arrived, which made it easy to fit in.
It was simply a wonderful time.
I particularly enjoyed the shared dinners, the many funny and profound conversations with all the family members, and the freedom to… read more
Anna is a very caring and considered woman who worked very hard to fit into our routines and family. Her English is amazing and she was eager to try any job , working very hard to live up to her own high standards.… read more
Silke is such a lovely and wise person. She taught me lots about New Zealands nature and wildlife… read more
They both worked super hard and we're highly motivated to help wherever there was a hand needed.
We loved their… read more
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He was very relaxed and fun for the boys to be around we loved him playing the guitar and his relaxed way of fitting into the family.
His work was of such a high standard even when the work was physically demanding.
He is… read more
Silke included me in family activities right from the day I arrived, which made it easy to fit in.
It was simply a wonderful time.
I particularly enjoyed the shared dinners, the many funny and profound conversations with all the family members, and the freedom to… read more
Anna is a very caring and considered woman who worked very hard to fit into our routines and family. Her English is amazing and she was eager to try any job , working very hard to live up to her own high standards.… read more
Silke is such a lovely and wise person. She taught me lots about New Zealands nature and wildlife… read more
They both worked super hard and we're highly motivated to help wherever there was a hand needed.
We loved their… read more
They both worked super hard and we're highly motivated to help wherever there was a hand needed.
We loved their… read more
They were so welcoming and generous and made me feel like part of the family. Silke is such a caring and kind person and has a great taste in music (make sure to sing with her in the bakery, it´ll do… read more
She helped with all the things we asked her to and picked up on novel tasks speedily.
Her fun and gentle character was loved by everyone .
Clara was super helpful coming to the rescue to look after our cat- so we could go on holiday. Her sense of commitment, honesty… read more
We played card games. He was very engaged, polite and fun.
We loved having Felix stay with us, he fitted in perfectly, was considerate, curious and a keen learner. Any opportunity to do things together, contribute to family life was… read more
