Join our homesteading family in the heart of Rocky Mountains, East Kootenay G, Canada

Detalhes

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  Descrição

  Hello and welcome. We are a homesteading family of six living on a truly special piece of land in the heart of Canada’s Rocky Mountains. We are raising three young daughters here, alongside Grandma, who is our sixth family member and lives comfortably in an RV on the property.
  
  Our homestead spans approximately 300 acres just outside Radium Hot Springs, British Columbia. The land borders the Columbia River, with Forster’s Creek running directly through it. Parts of the property fall within the biodiverse and protected Columbia Valley wetlands, while other areas rise into forested hills that lead to breathtaking viewpoints. Wildlife is abundant here, and sightings are a regular part of daily life.
  
  We often joke that we are “one cow away” from living entirely off the land—though milking cows is not currently on the agenda. At present, we harvest roughly 90 percent of our food ourselves. This includes farm-raised chickens and vegetables, as well as self-caught fish and hunted game. Our focus is on self-sufficiency, sustainability, and clean, healthy eating.
  
  The homestead includes a large garden, a greenhouse, a mushroom grow room, and several kilometers of walking and working trails throughout the property. We are not a commercial farm(business) but there is always something meaningful to build, tend, improve, or learn here, and we truly enjoy sharing this lifestyle with others who are curious, hardworking, and appreciative of nature.

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  Tipos de ajuda e oportunidades de aprendizado

  Ajuda em projetos ambientais

  Jardinagem

  Construção/faça você mesmo

  Cuidar de animais

  Ajuda em fazenda

  Ajuda a cuidar da casa

  Ajuda com computadores/internet
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  Interesses

  

  Sustentabilidade

  

  Autodesenvolvimento

  

  Filmes e TV

  

  Fazenda

  

  Música

  

  Arquitetura

  

  Yoga/bem-estar

  

  Naturaleza

  

  Montanhas

  

  Caminhada

  

  Praia
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  Oportunidades de intercâmbio cultural e aprendizado

  I have spent many years traveling the world and genuinely enjoy sharing those experiences with others. Because of this, I value learning about new people, cultures, and traditions, and I appreciate the exchange of stories, perspectives, and skills that comes from living and working together.
  
  Working with us offers a chance to experience how a traditional Canadian family lives and how families in this region have lived for generations. We enjoy sharing our knowledge of the land, the local history, and the rhythms of life in the Columbia Valley. There are also opportunities to join us at the local farmers’ market and be part of that community experience.
  
  Outside of daily homestead life, our area offers exceptional access to hiking, canoeing, hot springs, lakes, fishing, and wildlife watching. The Rocky Mountains are a majestic and grounding place, known for bringing a sense of peace and perspective to those who spend time here.
  
  For those interested, we are happy to share our knowledge of animal husbandry, traditional practices, and natural or traditional medicines. We see hosting as a true cultural and skills exchange and welcome people who are curious, respectful, and eager to learn while contributing meaningfully to life on the homestead.

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  Projetos que envolvem crianças

  Este projeto pode envolver crianças. Para mais informações, veja aqui nossas diretrizes e dicas.

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  Ajuda

  Who We’re Looking For
  
  We are looking for someone who genuinely wants to help out, learn, and be part of daily life on a working homestead. We love teaching and sharing the “how-tos” of homesteading, and this is a great opportunity for someone who is curious, hands-on, and eager to learn. At the same time, we need someone who is comfortable working independently, managing tasks on their own, and taking responsibility once instructions are given.
  
  Most days involve a shared list of daily chores, along with a rotating list of projects that need attention. Clear direction is provided, but the ideal helper is a self-starter who can see a task through from beginning to end without constant supervision.
  
  Typical Responsibilities May Include
  
  Feeding and watering chickens
  
  Planting, watering, and harvesting in the garden
  
  Maintaining humidity levels in the mushroom grow rooms
  
  General landscaping, upkeep, and property maintenance
  
  Clearing and maintaining walking and work trails
  
  Keeping a general, watchful eye on children as they move freely around the property
  
  
  Helpful (But Not Required) Skills
  
  Research and writing
  
  Website building
  
  Childcare experience
  
  General cleaning and organization
  
  A Great Fit for Our Homestead
  
  The right person for our family is kind, light-hearted, and positive, but also willing to put in the occasional hard day’s work. You are dependable, able to take direction, and confident working alone when needed. You enjoy being outdoors, don’t mind getting dirty, and appreciate the rhythm of physical work balanced with learning and family time.
  
  We value people who are open to learning new skills and equally open to sharing their own knowledge and experiences with us. If you are playful, respectful, adaptable, and interested in becoming a part of our family while you are here, you will likely feel right at home.

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  Idiomas

  Idiomas
  Inglês: Fluente
  Francês: Intermediário
  Espanhol: Iniciante
  Chinês (mandarim): Iniciante

  Este anfitrião oferece intercâmbio de idiomas
  I speak English only, fluently. My wife fluently speaks English and French. We both dabble in a little Spanish and would be open to learning more and teaching our children Spanish. My wife is currently taking Mandarin lessons and would be open to learning that language. My wife is also an accredited ESL teacher.
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  Acomodação

  We will be providing a RV for people to live in while here. It is a good size RV with bathroom, kitchen, living room, and bedroom. The RV will have power, water, and sewer hooked up to it. Some meals can be had in our family setting but you/we might also enjoy some privacy and with that you can cook some of your own meals. We can generally provide some meats, vegetables, and eggs for your personal cooking experience.

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  Algo mais...

  Our homestead is located approximately two kilometers from the village of Radium Hot Springs. Transportation into town can usually be arranged with us, and for those who prefer, Radium is also easily accessible by walking or biking.
  
  The larger town of Invermere, which offers full amenities, shops, and services, is about a 15-minute drive from our home. We travel there one to two times per week and are happy to help coordinate rides when possible.
  
  Helpers will have access to ATVs for exploring areas outside of town, and there are endless opportunities to roam on foot as well. Thousands of acres of surrounding land connect to our property, offering extensive walking, wildlife viewing, and quiet time in nature. If you enjoy independence, open space, and the ability to explore at your own pace, this location offers an exceptional balance of seclusion and convenience.

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  Mais alguns detalhes

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    Acesso à internet

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    Acesso à internet limitado

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    Temos mascotes

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    Somos fumantes

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    Pode hospedar famílias

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  Pode hospedar nômades digitais

  Este anfitrião indicou que adora hospedar nômades digitais.

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  Espaço para estacionar campervans

  Este anfitrião pode fornecer espaço para vans.

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  Quantos Workawayers pode acomodar?

  Mais de 2

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  Meus animais / animais de estimação

  Many cats

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