Come and help on our little oasis in British Columbia, Canada

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  Description

  Hey there, fellow adventurer! Thanks a bunch for checking out our profile. Feel free to shoot us a message if you like what you see—we're quick to reply, usually within a day. When you drop us a line, share your preferred arrival and departure dates. If you possess any special skills or experience, such as digital marketing, mechanical aptitude, or gardening expertise, please make sure to highlight these in your profile. Your unique talents can greatly contribute to the diverse range of activities we undertake here. Dive into the details below, and don't hesitate to ask if you've got any questions on your mind!
  
  Upon retiring from the business world, I found myself drawn to the principles of sustainability, as well as the pursuit of a healthier and more peaceful lifestyle. It's truly remarkable how much I've learned from engaging and interacting with the younger generation, including my own children. They have served as insightful spokespeople, emphasizing the urgent need to protect our planet and highlighting the importance of fostering harmony among all its inhabitants.
  
  My farm spans a generous 8 acres of land. Currently, approximately half of this space is dedicated to flourishing apple trees. The remaining half of the farm is undergoing a gradual transformation, as I introduce a diverse range of fruit trees and cultivate a variety of vegetables. This process reflects my commitment to sustainable agriculture and my aspiration to create a harmonious ecosystem that thrives on diversity and balance. We don't have any farm animals, apart from my dog and the rescue cats we foster. As a non-commercial farm, we primarily donate our produce to local charities, contributing to the community in meaningful ways.
  
  While staying with us, you'll find yourself engaged in many different tasks, not all of which are strictly related to farming or confined to the farm premises. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of activities, including planting, weeding, harvesting, landscaping, and undertaking light construction tasks such as painting and building. Additionally, there may be opportunities to assist with bookkeeping or other miscellaneous tasks that arise. While the majority of your duties will indeed take place on the farm, there will be instances where you might be called upon to volunteer at a local charity, assist with a project in a nearby barn, or help out with household and landscaping tasks at my residence.
  
  If you're seeking a role that offers a variety of experiences rather than a single, specialized task, then this could be the perfect fit for you. I firmly believe that variety enriches our lives, and I encourage a multi-faceted approach to our work. Typically, we operate in teams of 2-3 people, although there may be occasions when you'll be working independently.
  
  Here's a more detailed description of what's happening on the farm and around, depending on the season:
  
  During spring, summer and fall we usually host from 6 to 10 people (even 12 in the summer months!). We'll be planting during spring and harvesting in the summer. There will also be lots (loooots) of weeding and watering. September and October are mostly dedicated to harvesting apples in our orchard, in addition to the other tasks.
  
  The seasons of spring, summer, and fall are truly magical here in the Okanagan Valley. The abundance of nature surrounding us offers endless opportunities for exploration and adventure. Moreover, the town is just a short 15-minute drive away, providing easy access to additional amenities and attractions.
  
  While winters on the farm may be slower compared to the rest of the year, we stay engaged with various small projects. We are usually hosting 2 to 4 volunteers, and we'll be pruning the apple trees, shovelling the snow, raking the leaves and processing some apples. What sets our winter apart is the opportunity to revel in the snowy wonderland. For those who enjoy skiing, there is a resort a mere 35 minutes away. Additionally, activities such as ice skating, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, winter tubing, fat biking, and snowmobiling are readily available for those seeking winter thrills.
  
  If you prefer more relaxed activities, our farm offers high-speed internet, Netflix, video games, and a selection of board games, just to name a few. In other words, there is something for everyone here on the farm and in the surrounding area.
  
  We all do our best to preserve the environment at the farm, by simples gestures, like saving water and electricity, sorting waste, eating local (from the farm as much as possible!), banning chemical sprays on our land, growing organic food... We strongly expect our volunteers to contribute to our sustainability goals, and do their best to preserve the resources of our planet.
  
  I cannot guarantee that you will have a fantastic time here, as that ultimately depends on you. However, what I can assure you is that you'll have the opportunity to forge meaningful friendships, perhaps even ones that last a lifetime. Our farm typically hosts a diverse group of individuals from various corners of the globe, many of whom have traveled extensively. Surprisingly, historically, about 9 out of 10 of them are incredibly kind and genuine, much like yourself. The fact that many visitors wish to extend their stay speaks volumes about the welcoming and enjoyable environment we cultivate here at the farm.
  
  So, if you're ready to embrace a busy and fulfilling experience surrounded by natural beauty and a welcoming community, we wholeheartedly invite you to join us on our farm in the Okanagan Valley.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Bénévolat

  Projets artistiques

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  S’occuper des animaux

  Aide dans une ferme

  Cuisine/repas pour la famille

  Aide à la maison

  Entretien général
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  Objectifs de développement durable de l’ONU que cet hôte essaie d'atteindre

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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  You will meet other like-minded people. You will learn about organic farming if you wish to do so. You will also be able to pickup other life skills. You can be active outdoors or focus on activities indoors. Organic methods: Composting, Mulching, Without chemicals or pesticides. Current projects: Setting up the farm for long term enjoyment, making garden beds, building raised beds, setting up and fixing irrigation. Weeding weeding and weeding! and taking care of the orchard.

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  Aide

  We have work year round. If you join us, you will not be bored, because we have many easy and fun tasks to do. We always need help with weeding, mulching, keeping our irrigation system working, as well as picking apples, juicing, pruning etc. We also need help with small construction and maintenance projects. We have limitless ideas and dreams for our small farm and need help making them come true.
  
  Typically, we adhere to a schedule of 5 hours per day, 5 days a week.

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  Langues

  Langues parlées
  Anglais: Courant
  Polonais: Courant
  Français: Débutant
  Russe: Débutant

  Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
  I would like to learn Spanish.
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  Hébergement

  The entire carriage house is intended for the use of our guests. It features three rooms, each designed to accommodate two travelers. You may share a room with another traveler, or you'll have a room all to yourself, depending on how many people we have.
  
  The house has a full bathroom with washer and dryer and a well equipped kitchen. Our living room has a large projector TV, chairs, and sofas. In addition to the carriage house, we have a large travel trailer and a motor home that we use when needed.
  
  To cater to your connectivity needs, we offer high-speed Internet for streaming Netflix, and a very large table if you need to work on your computer.
  
  We provide vegetarian food every day of the week, and organize communal meals (lunches and dinners) from our list of delicious recipes. Lunch will be prepared by one of the volunteer during the working hours - we're very happy if you have cooking skills! We are working on being more self-sufficient, so we bake/cook ourselves some bread everyday, make cakes, granola, biscuits... There's always something new to try! We also make our own pizzas - They're delicious! We are happy to host people who want to improve their cooking skills. Please note that due to the set meal organization, we may be unable to accommodate individuals with severe food allergies or specific diets. Don't hesitate to contact us and we'll see if we can manage. Let us know if you want to see our recipes, we can send them to you!

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  Autres infos...

  What else... let's see. Do you like pizza? We have pizza when possible and we have all kinds of toppings to satisfy every taste.
  
  There is a lot to do around here if you like nature. Kalamalka Lake is 5 minutes away with the beaches, hiking and biking trails. The city of Vernon is next door. Kelowna International Airport is 35 minutes away. Silver Star Mountain Ski Resort is 30 minutes away. Vancouver is 5 hours drive away by car. There are bus connections to Calgary, Kelowna and Vancouver

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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

  We have high speed Internet and plenty of desks available.

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  We can accommodate any size campervan. There is plenty of space available.

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  Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux

  We are open to travellers who have pets. Pets are welcome.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Plus de 2

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