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Help us restore a historic diverse animal farm and adapt to the ecological crises in Sonoma county, Cali, USA

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  2025 

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  • Description

    Description

    Hello there traveler! Let us first introduce ourselves: We are the Smiths... grandfather Kent(86) (grandmother recently passed away in december), my father Roy(54), and I am Siena(21). We are a frugal family, happy to share our beautiful property and meet new people.

    We are repairing and replanting a historic mixed animal farm in the heart of Sonoma county, less than an hour from San Francisco. Our farm uses traditional and regenerative practices to restore the health of the land and adapt to the ecological crises. Our goal is to provide food for the family, wildlife, and local community, and we are developing hedgerows, orchards, veg gardens, and animal lines suitable for our region.

    A stay here is ideal for those who are interested in low-energy, historic, and modern farming methods. We value curiosity, those who are highly organized, and interested in simple, alternative ways of living.
    We hope to introduce you to the local community, and to think about the world and what is going on in a new light.

    Guest travelers will help plant trees, fix up buildings, and tend to daily animal care. You will not be expected to contribute to any form of business or market activities, and you are not replacing a worker or employee.
    You are our guests, here for cultural exchange, and so DO NOT NEED A VISA to visit us.

    We are located between urban areas, and have easy freeway access to the whole Bay Area. Thirty minutes drive to the coast or wine production areas. Bus and train transport is a ten minute bike ride away.

    We look forward to occasional outings with you, including hiking and sightseeing, as well as campfire potlucks and chats.



    OUR PRIMARY GOALS FOR 2025: fixing the house, working on hedgerows, and cleaning up the property.

    Projects include:
    - Daily feeding of chickens, pigs, sheep, donkeys, dogs, geese, and cats.
    - Walking and brushing of donkeys. (a workawayer favorite)
    - Basic carpentry and building projects.
    - Planting and care of crops.

    Right now (May) we are working to bring in this year's hay harvest.

    Our Farm - "Yesterdays Traditions, Today's Health, Tomorrow's Hope"

    ** Because both I and my father are too busy currently, we cannot make meals for workawayers. You will be provided with a modest food stipend, but will have to cook for yourself most of the time (there is a full kitchen in the trailer).

    ***European Visitors: Please do come to us! We can help you avoid problems with the nightmare of Immigration Police. The current government will not last, and there is much you can learn from what is happening in America now. And we need your support and friendship!!

  • Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

    Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

    Aide avec des éco-projets
    Compagnie pour pers. âgée
    Jardinage
    Bricolage et construction
    S’occuper des animaux
    Aide dans une ferme
    Entretien général
  • Centres d’intérêt

    Centres d’intérêt

    Dev. personnel
    Dev. durable
    Politique/justice sociale
    Ferme
    Dessin et peinture
    Soin des plantes
    Écriture
    Langues
    Histoire
    Cuisine et alimentation
    Menuiserie
    Animaux
    Sports nautiques
    Activités en plein air
    Nature
    Montagne
    Randonnée
    Cyclisme
    Camping
    Plage
    Sports d'aventure
  • Objectifs de développement durable de l’ONU que cet hôte essaie d'atteindre

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

    Objectifs de l’ONU
    Pas de pauvreté
    Faim «zéro»
    Bonne santé et bien-être
    Éducation de qualité
    Égalité entre les sexes
    Eau propre et assainissement
    Énergie propre et d'un coût abordable
    Travail décent et croissance économique
    Industrie, innovation et infrastructure
    Inégalités réduites
    Villes et communautés durables
    Consommation et production responsables
    Mesures relatives à la lutte contre les changements climatiques
    Vie aquatique
    Vie terrestre
    Paix, justice et institutions efficaces
    Partenariats pour la réalisation des objectifs
  • Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

    Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

    Travelers have the opportunity to witness and practice biodynamic and permaculture methods of land restoration, to learn a variety of practical farm skills, to witness managed grazing methods, to learn about animal husbandry, and to consider a local response to the global climate and ecological predicament.
    Sonoma County is rich in cultural evens, music, micro breweries, wineries, cycling and coastal parks.
    We expect visitors to have plenty of time to relax and explore.

  • Aide

    Aide

    Animal care is year round.

    December/January
    Winter tree care, including mulching, rooting, weeding, and planting bulbs.
    Possible cleanup and carpentry work and farm building restoration

    February/March:
    Building restoration work
    Chicken care
    Tree planting, fencing

    April/May
    Haying
    Mixed carpentry (apprentice level)
    Fencing
    Vegetable gardening

    June/July
    Finish putting up hay
    Water and irrigation systems
    Tree watering and mulching

    August/September
    Watering and irrigation
    Veg and crop care
    Donkey whispering

    October/November
    Winter prep for animals, land, and buildings
    Replanting trees and bulbs

  • Langues

    Langues parlées
    Anglais: Courant
    Allemand: Intermédiaire
    Italien: Débutant

    Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
    Don't worry if your English is not perfect. We are open and easy going with mixed communication, and will make the effort to meet you where you are at.

  • Hébergement

    Hébergement

    We have a 40ft trailer that can sleep 4 people (one double bed and two bunk beds), but is best for a single or a couple. Full kitchen + living area. Compost toilet outhouse, and indoor and outdoor solar showers.
    Camping spots available.

  • Autres infos...

    Autres infos...

    This property is perfect for people who desire access to the greater Bay Area. We are minutes from the main freeway, easily reached from San Francisco international airport, and walking distance from the local town and shops, as well as a train station and buses.

    Fun things to do with us:
    - Archery
    - hikes and rock climbing at the beach
    - going to San Fransisco via train and ferry
    - hikes around nearby hills and parks
    - target practice and all sorts of other fun games

    You will not be expected to contribute to any form of business or market activities.

  • Informations complémentaires

    Informations complémentaires

    • Accès Internet

    • Accès Internet limité

      Accès Internet limité

    • Nous avons des animaux

    • Nous sommes fumeurs

    • Familles bienvenues

  • Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads

    Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads

    We have decent internet connection over most of the buildings. Cafes and places with free wifi are also within walking distance.

  • Espace pour garer des vans

    Espace pour garer des vans

    Seasonally we can host people with campervans/motorhomes. It gets very wet and muddy here, and so summer time is the best time if you want to be able to get your vehicle out of the field.

  • Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

    Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

    Deux

N° de référence hôte : 895958539421

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