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

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  Description

  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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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Jardinage d'entretien

  Projets DIY créatifs

  Aide à la maison

  Petits travaux d'entretien

  Garde de maison et d'animaux
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Culture

  

  Politique/justice sociale

  

  Dev. durable

  

  Animaux de compagnie

  

  Ferme

  

  Dev. personnel

  

  Musique

  

  Histoire

  

  Bricolage / artisanat

  

  Cuisine et alimentation

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Livres

  

  Art et design

  

  Jardinage

  

  Architecture

  

  Animaux

  

  Fitness

  

  Voile / bateau

  

  Activités en plein air

  

  Sports d'aventure

  

  Nature

  

  Camping

  

  Sports nautiques

  

  Randonnée

  

  Cyclisme
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  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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  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

  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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  Langues parlées

  Anglais: Courant

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  Hébergement

  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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  Autres infos...

  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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  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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  Espace pour garer des vans

  Lots of space and power supply for campervans

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  Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux

  Cet hôte a dit qu’il acceptait les personnes voyageant avec un animal.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Plus de 2

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  Mes animaux

  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 ans)

  A Collie Vizla cross.

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