Experience orchard life and cultural exchange in beautiful Kelowna, BC, Canada

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  Description

  Join us on our cherry & peach orchard in Kelowna!
  
  We are a Portuguese-Japanese couple living on a cherry and peach farm in Southeast Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. Our orchard is surrounded by rolling hills, vineyards, golf courses, hiking trails and mountain views, offering a blend of peaceful countryside living with easy access to everything Kelowna has to offer. We’re looking for individuals or couples to help with fruit picking, gardening, yard work and general farm tasks mainly during July and August.
  
  A bit about us:
  My wife and I lived abroad in Japan and Germany for 8 years before settling down in Kelowna to raise our family. We have been here for the past 20+ years. This year, the extra responsibilities of managing our orchard have become a bit overwhelming, and we would really appreciate a couple helping hands during the busy months. We’ve always enjoyed cultural exchange, having hosted many homestay students over the years. We do have a pet cat but he lives outdoors because my wife is sensitive to pet hair. We would love for you to join us for shared meals on our patio, playing card games, bonfires and listening to live music downtown.
  
  You'll have a private room with a shared bathroom and access to a small separate kitchen. Meals are provided everyday during your stay!
  
  Some other benefits include:
  🌿 Experiencing orchard living within a 15 minute drive from;
  - Downtown Kelowna (shops, restaurants)
  - Hiking & biking trails (Myra Canyon, Mission Creek)
  - Wineries & golf courses
  - Okanagan Lake (beaches and water sports)
  🍒 Fresh fruits & veggies from our farm
  🚲 We can lend you some bikes
  🚍 There is a bus stop very close by (running around 6 time per day)
  
  We hope that you can have a fun and rewarding experience staying with us! If you are interested send us a message! 😊

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  S’occuper des animaux

  Aide dans une ferme

  Entretien général
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Ferme

  

  Culture

  

  Bricolage / artisanat

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Musique

  

  Livres

  

  Cuisine et alimentation

  

  Jardinage

  

  Animaux

  

  Cyclisme

  

  Plage

  

  Nature

  

  Activités en plein air
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  We are a Portuguese-Japanese-Canadian couple who love sharing meals, stories, and culture with our guests.
  
  🍜 Food & Cooking –Try Japanese, Portuguese, and Canadian dishes, and share your own favorites!
  🌿 Hands-On Learning – Experience orchard life, gardening practices, and farm-to-table living.
  🎴 Games & Social Time – You are welcome to join us for card games, chats, and relaxed evenings.
  🚲 Explore Kelowna – Use our bikes to visit nearby nature trails, and wineries.

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  Projets impliquant des enfants

  Ce projet peut impliquer des enfants. Pour en savoir plus, consultez nos directives et conseils ici.

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  Aide

  ✅ Pick cherries (July) & peaches (August)
  ✅ Plant & harvest vegetables
  ✅ Help with light maintenance & projects
  ✅ Other hands-on tasks as needed
  
  Work Schedule:
  5 hours per day, 5 days per week, between the hours of 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM or in the evening
  (hours can be decided based on your preferences; afternoons are often too hot to work outside;- )

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  Langues parlées

  Anglais: Courant
  Japonais: Courant
  Portugais: Intermédiaire
  Français: Débutant

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  Hébergement

  You will have a private bedroom with a queen-size bed, desk, and closet space. The bathroom is semi-private—meaning you may share it with other Workawayers. You’ll also have access to a small kitchen space, living room, and our outdoor areas to unwind and enjoy the beautiful orchard!
  
  We usually eat breakfast around 7 am, lunch about 12:00 noon, and dinner about 6 PM. Guests can eat with us, and/or prepare their own meals. We have a second, smaller kitchen downstairs.

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  Autres infos...

  We can offer pick-up drop-off if/when it works within our schedules.

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  Informations complémentaires

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    Accès Internet

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    Accès Internet limité

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    Nous avons des animaux

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    Nous sommes fumeurs

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    Familles bienvenues

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  Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads

  The bedroom has a desk and chair.

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  Lots of room to park a campervan.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Deux

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