Experience life on the remote island of Kjerringøy, Norway

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  Description

  Experience Life on a Remote Island in Northern Norway!
  
  Hi there! We live on a small, remote island called Kjerringøy, surrounded by breathtaking nature. It’s a true paradise with white sandy beaches and towering, majestic mountains. We are looking forward to host you and get some company and inspiration from people around the world! We are only 350 people at the Island and it is nice to hang out with new people.
  
  What We Offer:
  
  Summer adventures: If you visit in the summer, you can join us on sailing trips in traditional wooden boats, go fishing, and explore the stunning coastal landscape.
  Winter magic: During the winter and autumn, you’ll experience the wild beauty of winter storms, daylight with different shades of blue and purple and witness the Northern Lights. This time of year we are much inside and doing diffrent handycrafts that you can join. However, please be aware that it can get quite dark during the day. If you’re not a fan of long periods of darkness, summer might be a better fit for you, as we have 24-hour daylight then!
  We live in a charming house from the 1800s, which we’re in the process of restoring.
  
  Who We’re Looking For:
  
  - Someone who is practical and enjoys a variety of tasks, help with the garden, prepare our vegetable patch, weed and more.
  - You should be able to do tasks independently from time to time.
  - You’re comfortable living on a remote island with just 350 inhabitants, but also enjoy being social—we love playing card games and sharing meals together!
  - You can cook dinner some days a week.
  - Ideally, you’re able to stay for 3 weeks or more.
  
  If you’re seeking a unique experience, surrounded by stunning landscapes and a peaceful, simple lifestyle, this might be the perfect fit for you. We can’t wait to welcome you to our little slice of paradise!

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Jardinage

  Aide à la maison

  Entretien général
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Vie en van

  

  Dev. personnel

  

  Ferme

  

  Bénévolat

  

  Événements/vie sociale

  

  Dev. durable

  

  LGBT+

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Menuiserie

  

  Art et design

  

  Musique

  

  Livres

  

  Jardinage

  

  Cuisine et alimentation

  

  Auto-stop

  

  Animaux

  

  Nature

  

  Camping

  

  Danse

  

  Montagne

  

  Sports d’hiver

  

  Voile / bateau

  

  Activités en plein air

  

  Randonnée

  

  Sports d'aventure
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  Skills and Knowledge We Can Share with You:
  
  - Nature Knowledge: We have a deep connection with nature—whether it’s fishing, foraging wild plants, or learning how to truly "be with nature" rather than just "in nature." Kajsa are certified nature guide, so you’ll have the opportunity to join guided mountain hikes and explore the landscape with expert insight.
  
  - Creative and Crafty Skills: We are quite artistic and enjoy various crafts, including spinning wool, plant-based dyeing, knitting, leatherwork, and more.
  
  - Restoration Techniques: We believe in sustainable restoration, which is better for both nature and the climate. We can teach you how to preserve and restore using natural materials.
  
  - Traditional Sailing: We sail traditional wooden boats and take care of their maintenance. There’s also a boatbuilder on the island, as well as a museum showcasing the area’s rich history and old houses.
  
  What We Hope to Learn from You:
  
  - We want to bring the world to us! It can be quite peaceful and quiet here, especially in the winter, so we look forward to having some extra company.
  
  - We’re eager to learn about different food cultures, lifestyles, and new handcraft techniques.
  
  - Most importantly, we hope to have fun working together and creating memorable experiences!

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  Aide

  What are we working on now:
  Help in the garden. We are currently making a regenerative vegetable garden.
  We also need help chopping and stacking wood, we have a deep tradition and knowledge of making fire wood In Norway.

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  Langues

  Langues parlées
  Norwegian: Courant
  Danish: Intermédiaire
  Anglais: Intermédiaire
  Swedish: Intermédiaire
  Espagnol: Débutant
  Français: Débutant

  Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
  We’d love to refresh our Spanish and French skills, and also expand our vocabulary in English.
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  Hébergement

  You will have your own private room/ shared with one other workawayer, with linens provided.
  
  We do not accept smokers.
  
  If you are vegan, you’ll need to bring any special foods you require, as the local store here has limited vegan options. You can stock up in Bodø before arriving.
  We primarily cook vegetarian dishes or meals featuring fish, reindeer, moose, and lamb (all wild game), as we prioritize animal welfare.
  
  If our diet doesn't suit you, you’ll need to be prepared to purchase and prepare your own food.

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  Autres infos...

  You can check the bus schedules at reisnordland.no. If, for any reason, you're unable to catch the bus, we can arrange to pick you up in Bodø, as long as you let us know in advance.
  We don’t have internet in the house, but we rely on our phones. The signal is strong, so you can purchase data for your own phone if needed. If you only need internet occasionally, you’re welcome to borrow some from us. However, in this digital age, we enjoy connecting in more natural ways—reading books, playing board games, and spending time together offline.

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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 welcome digital nomads, but you have to find a solution for having internet from your own phone.

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  We have a big parking lot outside of our house.

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  Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux

  All pets.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Plus de 2

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  Mes animaux

Sécurité du site

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