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Vom Workawayer (charlottes123) für Host
This was my first workaway experience and it was amazing!
I spent three months there last summer and I wish I could have stayed even longer.
Eric and Joan are extremly generous people and make sure that everyone has a great time. The workawayers live on the second floor in their big house in big rooms with comfy beds. Most of the time there were
… read more around 5 workawayers at the house. When we were not at the stables we spent most of the time at the pool in the backyard or in the kitchen. Every night we had dinner together and during the day everyone helped themselves from the fridge which was full most of the time ;)
We spent the days at the stables taking care of the horses, doing rides with customers, fixing fences and whatever else needed to be done. And when there was enough time we did fun rides on the big beautiful property. I never got bored!
The local volunteers made me feel welcome right away and everyone was just friendly and helped each other- there is a great atmosphere at the stables!
I have learned so much about horses, met amazing people and made great experiences!
Thank you so much everyone!!Dieser Workawayer hat sich dafür entschieden, sein Profil privat zu schalten, kann aber von anderen Workawayern bezüglich dieses Feedbacks kontaktiert werden.
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Vom Workawayer (Emily) für Host
My stay at Eric's was definitely my favorite workaway activity so far! I not only felt welcome and treated as family, I loved the work and time at the stables as well. Beautiful surroundings, nice horses and funny tasks. Even tho it can be quite hard sometimes as the Stables are very busy in tourist season, it has always been a pleasure to work
… read more and be busy with guiding groups of visitors through Eric's own landscape as well as having te opportunity to enjoy horsebackriding on the same time. There is always something to do and with the team it was being fun at all times. It will not get boring as Eric and Joan will always think about different tasks and special jobs to do, keeping the whole stay very exciting and giving opportunities to gain as much experience as possible. One always has the chance to rest and relax at the pool on days off or do activities in the city etc. I have always been receiving the feeling of being looked after and Joan & Eric are really invested in creating a family atmosphere in the house. So besides working, I also was counted in for fun activities outside the stables/house what made the stay very cultural as well.
I am so thankful for the time and always glad to look back and of course forward to coming again. !!! 🤎Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Luca) für Host
Had an amazing time. People are very nice and friendly. I stayed for 2 months and had my private room. Eric and Joan wants to help you and makes sure you have a good time. I loved spending time with Joan. She took my to nice places. I also enjoyed her amazing cooking and cupcakes. I got the opportunity to go to Nashville, that was amazing!!
The
… read more manager is such a sweet sweetheart. She will do her best to make your dreams come true. She works hard and it is nice to work with her. Great time building!!
You work 4 days a week the rest of you free days you can explore town and do fun things with the other volumteers.
I had such an great time and it felt like home. Miss it so munch 😊.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (charlottes123) für Host
This was my first workaway experience and it was amazing!
I spent three months there last summer and I wish I could have stayed even longer.
Eric and Joan are extremly generous people and make sure that everyone has a great time. The workawayers live on the second floor in their big house in big rooms with comfy beds. Most of the time there were
… read more around 5 workawayers at the house. When we were not at the stables we spent most of the time at the pool in the backyard or in the kitchen. Every night we had dinner together and during the day everyone helped themselves from the fridge which was full most of the time ;)
We spent the days at the stables taking care of the horses, doing rides with customers, fixing fences and whatever else needed to be done. And when there was enough time we did fun rides on the big beautiful property. I never got bored!
The local volunteers made me feel welcome right away and everyone was just friendly and helped each other- there is a great atmosphere at the stables!
I have learned so much about horses, met amazing people and made great experiences!
Thank you so much everyone!!Dieser Workawayer hat sich dafür entschieden, sein Profil privat zu schalten, kann aber von anderen Workawayern bezüglich dieses Feedbacks kontaktiert werden.
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Vom Workawayer (Emily) für Host
My stay at Eric's was definitely my favorite workaway activity so far! I not only felt welcome and treated as family, I loved the work and time at the stables as well. Beautiful surroundings, nice horses and funny tasks. Even tho it can be quite hard sometimes as the Stables are very busy in tourist season, it has always been a pleasure to work
… read more and be busy with guiding groups of visitors through Eric's own landscape as well as having te opportunity to enjoy horsebackriding on the same time. There is always something to do and with the team it was being fun at all times. It will not get boring as Eric and Joan will always think about different tasks and special jobs to do, keeping the whole stay very exciting and giving opportunities to gain as much experience as possible. One always has the chance to rest and relax at the pool on days off or do activities in the city etc. I have always been receiving the feeling of being looked after and Joan & Eric are really invested in creating a family atmosphere in the house. So besides working, I also was counted in for fun activities outside the stables/house what made the stay very cultural as well.
I am so thankful for the time and always glad to look back and of course forward to coming again. !!! 🤎Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Luca) für Host
Had an amazing time. People are very nice and friendly. I stayed for 2 months and had my private room. Eric and Joan wants to help you and makes sure you have a good time. I loved spending time with Joan. She took my to nice places. I also enjoyed her amazing cooking and cupcakes. I got the opportunity to go to Nashville, that was amazing!!
The
… read more manager is such a sweet sweetheart. She will do her best to make your dreams come true. She works hard and it is nice to work with her. Great time building!!
You work 4 days a week the rest of you free days you can explore town and do fun things with the other volumteers.
I had such an great time and it felt like home. Miss it so munch 😊.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Hannah) für Host
It was my first Workaway experience and it could not has been better!!! Eric and Joan and the rest of the crew were very welcoming and it was always a nice atmosphere in the house. The fridge was always full and if you enjoy cooking it is perfect for you! I really enjoyed the time away from work like playing cards in the night, go to a resaturant
… read more or even buy groceries with Eric because he is a really nice and funny guy who takes care of you. So thank you for always waiting for me with the grocery shopping! If you manage to spend time with Joan just do it she is such a lovely person, sometimes making fun of you but that is fine so you can also make fun of her! And her cats are just super cute.
The work at the stable is really fun. It is hard in the beginning but you will learn really quick because there is a team of kind volunteers who are gonna help you with any question or problem! It is so amazing to guide the trail rides you will meet people from all over the world and you have to speak english all day long so if you want to improve it it's perfect! You will get to ride a lot and there are so many horses for every level of riding experience.
If you love being outside, work with horses and deal with humans this is definitely a place for you. Even sometimes on my days off i decided to come to the stable just to ride or to help or to see the people who were working this day because everyone is so friendly and it was a good feeling to be around them.
I can highly recommend to go to Eric and Joan. I have been there from April to May and I will come back for September because I really miss them. So see you soon <3Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Maria ) für Host
Thank you sooo sooo much for the best time of my life!
I went to the stables for the first time in April 2023 for six weeks to improve my English and I was warmly welcomed into this big family. That was my first workaway and I could not have found anything better. We had a really good work-life-balance and had a good community at the stables. It
… read more was so much fun to take out the rides, to go to the line dancing club on Thursdays and to play cards late in the night. I really loved working with everyone at the stables, because there is a group of really friendly, helpful and sociable people. I felt so good around these people and everyone who is new will be a part of this team very quickly.
The horses are all very well behaved and calm. They have a lot of horses for beginners, but also horses for people with experience. So you will get a horse that fits you and it is not necessary that you are a perfect rider. It is just important that you enjoy the time around the horses and the work at the barn.
For myself, I enjoyed it soo much that I decided to come back in June 2023 and I will stay for a couple months. I was so excited to come back to Eric´s and see all the nice people and horses again. The last time was just too short, so if you decide to come to Memphis then I would recommend you to stay for at least 2 months. Especially for me it was way too short that's why I decided to come back for a longer time.
In conclusion, I would recommend everyone who is interested in horse riding, working at the barn and to socialize with very friendly persons, to contact Eric.
So thank you Eric and Joan for letting me live with you! <3Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (BENOIT & DAMIAN)
Ben has now been to our place 3 different times. He has become a good friend and part of our family. He is excellent when it comes to working with horses. I have let him compete with some of my top endurance horses. He rides great both English and Western. Ben always takes the initiative and gives 100% with every task. He is very respectful and a
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Vom Workawayer (BENOIT & DAMIAN) für Host
I lived the best experience of my life!!! I went to the farm in 2018 to improve my English and spend time with horses but I found a lot more than this. I found my American family! Eric is one of the best person then I ever met, always super helpful to improve my language and my riding experience. we spend a lot of time at the stable training the
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I visit a lot of country in the us but everything is bring me back to the farm...
it was my dream to work in the stable with horse in America, and thanks to Eric I lived my dream!!!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Johanna)
Johanna used her time here to unwind a little from her normal busy routine in NYC. She was very helpful and you could tell she really had a passion for horses. We have a lot of age variations among the volunteers living at the house but Johanna fit in and got along with everyone. It was a pleasure hosting her and she is welcome back anytime.
Vom Workawayer (Johanna) für Host
This was my first experience with Workaway and it was actually life changing for me! Having lived the hustle and bustle city life in NYC for 5 years, I was craving a change. I know they say horses are healing- but boy is it really true!
I found a new sense of connectedness with nature and animals at this stable. When you are surrounded by 40
… read more horses you have to really be present in your body and be aware of what you're doing as you are responsible for the safety of yourself, the horses and also your team relies on you to be on top of your game. I loved collaborating with everyone at the stable, they were a group of super helpful people and they were all eager to help me learn and I felt really safe and seen and you were immedieatly included as part of the team. And we had a lot of fun!
The horses at this stable is super well kept, their health and well being is prioritized before all and it is reflected in the calm demeanours of the horses. Even though I had not been in a saddle for 20 years and was a bit nervous, the horses were so calm and sweet it was a super enjoyable experience. It was fun and a good learning experience to lead groups of tourists on trail rides in the woods and the nature around there is really beautiful.
Staying at Eric's ranch was comfortable and peaceful. He is a very kind and positive person to be around and offered lots of good recommendations for things to do around town when I had days off. There was always enough food to cook with and I enjoyed hanging out with the other Workawayer's staying there. I had plenty of time to experience all the tourist sights that I wanted to check out in Memphis, I can highly recommend Sun Studios, Graceland, live blues on Beale street, seeing a rodeo, as well as making a trip to Nashville and I also got to check out my very first Monster truck event!
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity, I will definitely come back whenever I have the chance! :)Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Alix)
It was great to host Alix for 3 months. She was good at everything she did. She rides horses very well so we trusted her with riding one of our young green mustangs. She was an amazing cook (can’t wait to eat the lasagna you left in the freezer for us) and was very nice at helping to keep the house clean. She got along well with all the other
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Vom Workawayer (Alix) für Host
As my first workaway, I couldn’t expect a better experience !!! Everyone is so sweet and amazing, we lived all together and that was really cool!
The place is great, horses are so kind! As a english rider, the western riding wasn’t really hard for me and i’ve loved what i did everyday ! My favorite thing to do is taking rides, that’s so cool!
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Eric is clearly the best host that you can find, i can’t thank him enough for everything he has done for me!
I had the chance to go on an endurance race with Yukon (best horse ever btw) in Texas at the end of December, that was amazing! I discovered really good places. I also had a mare to train, Red, she’s just amazing and taught me so much. This place is the best place ever, and i can only recommend this workaway.
Joan is the funniest person ever, she definitively made my stay really funny and amazing!
Damian and Ben were so good with me! I love you guys so much !!!
Alice was here during my stay, clearly the best coworkawayer ever !! Daniel was here too, he’s really nice and i’m so glad i met them !
Everyone at the stables are amazing! Thank you Hannah for everything you’ve done i love you ! Kate is amazing too !
Sam was really nice and she’s amazing with everyone ! Thank you so much.
It was the best experience of my life!
Thank you for everything ! I’m gonna miss you all so much (until the next time of course!!)Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Mary) für Host
This was my first workaway and it was such a great experience. The barn and park are beautiful. Their horses are adorable. Working there was engaging and fun. The house was welcoming and the others are so sweet and funny. Working with and hanging out with them was a blast. Would definitely recommend this workaway.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Daniel)
You really couldn’t ask for a better workawayer than Daniel. He is drama free, fit in and got along with all the other workawayers and staff. He always took the initiative and got things done without having to tell him. He is a person that goes above and beyond what is required. Also, he kept his living space clean and organized which is something
… read more that is very important to us. He has a passion for horses and learns very quickly.
Safe travels Daniel. Look forward to you returning in the spring.
Vom Workawayer (Daniel) für Host
This place is incredible. Eric is so generous with what he has and the opportunity to participate in what he has going on was unforgettable. Eric might put on a mean face sometimes but he's just a big kind teddy bear, he made me feel so welcome at the house, and he always makes sure that his people are treated fairly and it makes for a great
… read more working and home environment. The work itself was awesome, if your willing to work hard and take the initiative to get things done you'll love it, and if you do then you get the opportunity to work with and get to know the horses!! We have almost 50 horses so it might take a while to remember all their names but it's so worth it to be able to do the trail rides and get some in depth interaction with the horses. Ben and Damian are also great people!! i learned so much from them and I'm so grateful that they were there to help me get better with the horses. I came to the stable barely knowing to ride a horse and by the time I left (thanks to Ben and Damian) I felt completely at home in the saddle. You're surrounded by great people here and being able to work with all these people who share your same interest in horses was incredible. Thanks for everything Eric and everyone! I'll see you all back in February 😉
Vom Workawayer (Franziska) für Host
This was my first workaway and it was the best decision ever. I stayed for three months and got the chance to meet so many new people, who became really good friends. The work can be hard sometimes, but it is still funny and I always enjoyed going to the stable. There are so many horses and all of them are unique. It is very interesting to meet
… read more all the guests during the rides and talk to them, because a lot of them are coming from diffferent parts of america, so you can ask them a lot of questions about there home.
I'm very thankful that I got the chance to race with Ozzie and I'm still totally hooked. The more I'm thinking about that time, the more I want to go back!
Please give Shay some kisses. I miss y'all and hope we will meet each other again at some point!
Be safe, FranziDu kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Anja)
It was very nice having Anja for a stay. She is a good equestrian and has a strong love for horses. She is not afraid to get dirty and always ready to do the tasks for the day.
Vom Workawayer (Anja) für Host
I had an absolutely amazing time! This was my first workaway and I could not have asked for a better experience.
As a horse lover, this is the place to be. It was great being able to spend so much time with the horses. I liked it so much that on my days off I often came in anyway just to be there and go on joyrides. Even though the work can be
… read more exhausting, especially when it's hot, it was so rewarding. Now that I'm back home I find myself longing for those long days at the stables. The horses are lovely and very well taken care of (honorable mention to Hotshot my favourite). It was so much fun taking out rides and talking to so many different people all day long.
With three days off you have a lot of time to explore Memphis and the surrounding Area. And now that the new house is closer to the city you can Uber pretty much anywhere for just a few bucks. There are lots of things to see and do.
Eric is a kind, open and very interesting person and an amazing host. (Thank you for making sure that there was always pasta at the house for me;) )
I've met some lovely people during my time in memphis and made some great friends. And even though I was sad to leave I will never forget the memories that I've made.
Thank you so much and take care!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Sara)
Sara was a delightful person to host. She is a very hard worker, quick learner and always tackles every task with a smile. Thank you for coming
Vom Workawayer (Sara) für Host
I had the best time! This was my first Workaway and I couldn’t have asked for a better first experience. It will definitely be hard to beat.
The horses at the stables are all beautiful and if you stay long enough you really get to know each of them. I really enjoyed meeting so many new people on the rides. I loved being at the stables so much
… read more that on some days off, I would go up to spend time with the horses and go for trail rides with the other workawayers who were off too. The days at the stables can be long and tiring, but I loved it, and now that I have left I am already missing them.
Everyone at the stables and the other workawayers were so nice and friendly. We became really close and it felt like a family at the house. The new house in Memphis is closer to the stables, and is beautiful and there is always plenty of food. With 3 days off a week, it gives you plenty of time to go sightseeing in Nashville and Memphis. I only stayed for 5 weeks, and wish I could have stayed longer. Eric was a great host and made sure I got the chance to play polo before I left. Thank you for such an amazing time!
Vom Workawayer (melindamarie) für Host
This was my second time back at the stables after a 3 year break, so that should say it all!
I'll keep this short and sweet;
-The people are amazing
-The horses are four legged angels
-The locals are SO welcoming
-The house is 10/10 (it has a pool and if you are visiting over summer this will be your best friend.)
-The line dancing makes
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- Eric is a Workaway professional, so he will always be planning fun things!
If you love horses, meeting new people and adventures this is the place for you!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Léa & Cassandre) für Host
I spent an unforgettable experience at the stables. It was my first workaway experience. Eric and Joan are so lovely. I had the opportunity to travel in Texas for an endurance race with Eric and other volunteers. I went to a gun shoot show and a baseball game. Eric lives in Memphis now, so it's easier to go to visite the city, also it's just next
… read more to the stable. If you are a horse lover and if your are ready to work hard, this is the place to be for you. Eric can give you a lot but of course you need to show him that you are really involved in this adventure.
If you can take your car, take it because it's very difficult to travel without it. Thanks to Kate, Ana and Meghan, I visited Memphis and participated of a lot of activites. They made my trip wonderful. The horses are lovely and braves. If you don't have a good level in English isn't a big problem. It was my situation and in two months a really improve it.
Thank you Sam, Elizabeth, kenzie and all the team for your kindness.
(Eric be prepared for a vocal on WhatsApp, I almost know all the lyrics of Southern Nights).
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Vom Workawayer (Veerle) für Host
I would absolutely recommend this Workaway to anyone who loves horses! I had an amazing time spending almost everyday with the horses at the stables. It was so much fun taking care of them and taking them out on the trails with the customers. There was never a boring day with so many horses and with the wonderful people that work at the stables
… read more and volunteered. Eric himself is a very kind and generous person. Even when we had to deal with some unexpected circumstances like a loss of power, Eric made sure everyone was looked after. Unfortunately, I was only there for three weeks, my only regret is that I whished I could've stayed longer.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Sophie) für Host
This was my first workaway and I had an amazing time!
I stayed for one month from late May to late June 2021. Eric, his daughter Sam, and all of the local volunteers and workawayers were all extremely welcoming and kind. I remembered being shocked at how open everyone was; everyone genuinely is interested in meeting new people. I was able to form
… read more close relationships with the other workawarers living in Erics house, and we had a lot of fun together. It was so nice to spend a month with this close-knit community and I really felt like part of the family.
The work is definitely physical and long, but I found this fun and rewarding. Be prepared to ride for hours, work through heat and pouring rain, and be exhausted at the end of the day. I miss all of this!! One of the highlights of my stay was the horses. This is one of the sweetest and well-tempered group of horses (and ponies) I have ever met. Every day was a joy working with them, and I frequently found myself laughing at their silliness and talking to them like old friends (everyone does it haha).
Memphis is so beautiful and lively. I really enjoyed interacting with the customers and seeing the landmarks of the city. The accommodations are also very cozy and comfortable. Eric's house is remote and I enjoyed on my days off hiking and looking for the horses that roam free on his property.
As a workawayer here be prepared to be challenged, have a lot of responsibilities, and work hard. But also be prepared to have tons of fun and make a lot of memories! Another favorite part of my stay were the polo matches that happened regularly. As a northern city gal I really enjoyed my time in the south and I miss it every day.
Thank you so much Eric :)Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Ida) für Host
I was here during October last year so I'm leaving a late review (but better late than never ,right?:P). If you love horses, this is the place to be!!! You get to be around horses all day, and the horses are an absolute delight to be around and ride! Towards the end of my stay I was quite free to train and ride horses on my own which was so, so,
… read more so fun!! Especially Nova :') Everyone at the stable are warm and welcoming and you'll feel right at home. If you wanna explore the area that can be quite hard since there's not much public transportation, so if you have your own car it'd be easier. However, I had a great stay and I'd love to come come back one day! Thanks for everything!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Shiloh) für Host
First of all, thank you to Eric, Lauren, Elizabeth, all the volunteers, & just everyone at the stables that became my new horse family and made my time in Tennessee memorable. The work days were hard work but fun! There was some long work days but that’s because October is one of their busiest months of the year. Riding the different horses(loved
… read more Captain, Rooster & Blaze) & learning and walking the trails was such a joy! It was my first Workaway and I’m so happy horses were involved. Arguably my favorite part of the trip was living w/other fellow Workawayers at the house. Cooking, going to places together & becoming friends was a blast! I think you’d have the best experience w/access to a vehicle so you can choose to also adventure whenever to wherever, especially to places like Louisville or Nashville. I loved my time with everyone & would love to go back sometime!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Alicia) für Host
I’m sorry for the late review, I didn’t even know how to start. I stayed at the stable from february to may 2021, I was supposed to stay at Eric’s house 1 month, I ended up staying 3 months and it still wasn’t enough.
I have so much memories, everyone was so kind and there’s always someone to help if you need it.
The work is very easy when you
… read more used to be around horses. It can be a little exhausting when it’s warm and long but riding all day long makes everything worth it.
There is so many horses at the stable that you can always find the good one for you or even more than one, I miss them so much.
You also have a lot of days off to rest, explore around if you want to or go to the stable, take care of the horses, working with the ones who need it or maybe Eric will take you for some adventures, like buying fish. There is always something to do.
We had enough time for a trip to Chattanooga and New Orleans and Eric even took us for a little trip with the horses in Arkansas.
Also sometime after the work you can play polo and even if you can’t win if you're against Eric it still very fun to play. Same with cards, maybe you can win if Eric is tired and if you’re lucky.
Eric thank you so much for everything, I am so grateful for this experience. I had the best time there, the best memories, and I miss everyone a lot. Thank you to all the locals, the others volonteers and Sam to make me feel like home. Again, so sorry for the very late review. Hope I can come back to the stable one dayDu kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Lea-Marie)
Lea was hard working and willing to help out whenever she could. She was here during a major winter storm but still made the best of it and always had a great attitude. She worked well with the whole team of volunteers.
She helped a lot at the house too. She cooked good meals and was always happy to play cards.
We would definitely host her again.
Vom Workawayer (Lea-Marie) für Host
I stayed at the ranch for over a month and I loved it! It was my first workaway, definitely one of the best experiences in my life. Everyone I met and worked with is amazing and really welcoming. The ranch felt like home to me and we had a lot of fun with the girls, at work and of course in our free time too.
Everything is super flexible, and we
… read more definitely had enough time off (3 days per week). You can even go to the barn on your off days and have a great time riding horses and exploring around. Eric provided for all the food, which was amazing and we spent a lot of time cooking and baking.
The work itself is a lot of fun, grooming and tacking up the horses, and of course going on trail rides through the many trails in the park.
If you have experience with horses and love to ride and meet new people, this is definitely the place for you.
I’m definitely planning on coming back, but this time definitely for much longer:) also, I will miss the nights playing Liverpool rummy so much!!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Kiley)
Kiley is a great worker who is punctual and focused on the task at hand. She loves horses and takes pride in her work.
She is very thoughtful of others always checking to see if anyone needs anything or any help. She is also a great cook.
Although she is young she is very mature for her age. Don’t hesitate to host Kiley if you get the chance.
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P.S. we are very excited Kiley has committed to another stay with us.
Vom Workawayer (Kiley) für Host
Absolutely amazing! This was my first work away and I couldn't have asked for a better experience or host. Eric was awesome, attentive to everyone's needs and organized when it came to the stables. The horses were super fun and there was always something to be done. I came at a crazy time, dealing with a full on snow storm in my third week, cold
… read more spells, and major thunder storms passing through. The insanity was handled flawlessly and proved safety is a top priority for Eric. The house and accommodations were great and the work schedule was flexible and perfect for someone with a lot going on. The work itself was a great balance of exhausting and exciting. There was never a dull moment at the stables and all of the horses were energetic and friendly. My entire two months here were fantastic and entertaining. I'm already counting down the days until I can go back! If you're considering going here, then do it. Trust me, you won't regret it.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Mary)
I can’t say enough good things about Mary. She was here for 5 months and I never heard her complain about one thing. She always did whatever was asked with a great attitude. She is welcome back here at anytime. She is truly part of our family now.
If you get the chance to host her you won’t be disappointed.
Vom Workawayer (Mary) für Host
If you ever get a chance to work here. Take it. The horses are amazing(especially Buck) and the people are even more so. I was only supposed to be there for 2 months and ended up staying for 5. It was one of the best decisions of my life. The people who work at the barn are like family to me now. Everything from work place to housing is great. I
… read more will definitely be back as soon I can! 100% recommend!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Sophia) für Host
My time spent with Eric, the crew, and the horses was one of the best of my life. Something I did not anticipate for 2020 and an experience for which I will be forever grateful.
The land itself is gorgeous, and sharing a home with Eric's daughter Sam and other workawayers was amazing. I found friendships that truly enhanced my life and brought me
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The ranch is beautiful and I cannot say enough wonderful things about my experience there with the horses!!! I was able to put to use and expand my skills with horses, and Eric was always generous about sharing his knowledge. The horses are incredible, and getting to be part of a stables that means so much to so many is simply awesome.
If you have the chance - go here. You will be so glad that you did.
Thank you all so much!!!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Moxie) für Host
If you are considering going for a workaway, do it. Even though the people at the stables are accustomed to having new workawayers every couple of weeks/months, they will treat you as an individual, learn your name quickly and treat you with kindness and respect. The horses are very well trained animals and are a lot of fun. Eric is a great person
… read more to work for and you can tell he really cares about you. Thank you so much for having me!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Rachel) für Host
I had an absolutely awesome time at Erics. I was treated like family and the work was enjoyable. Everyone at the barn was so nice and overall my time in Memphis was great.
The work is 4 days a week and it is hard manual work. You must be prepared to get mucky and jump in with both feet. There is always someone to help if you need and I learnt
… read more lots while i was there. what was nice is that once the work is complete and there is spare time you are free to ride. There was plenty of opportunity to ride while i was there on the trails.
The accomodation is great too with everything you would need. In my case, a fab kitchen, warm showers and a very comfy bed. The house is isolated so without transport for days off it can be a bit quiet but Eric and Sam did always offer to take me places.
A real special Thank you to Sam as she was like a sister to me while i was there.
I completely 100% recommend this workaway if you want to be around kind, fun people, love spending time with horses and want to work hard and spend lots of time outdoors!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Ailbhe) für Host
I had the best time volunteering here! Unfortunately my trip got cut short due to Covid 19, but the time I did spend here was amazing.
Eric was super kind and helpful with everything and his daughter Sam was so welcoming and amazing too. The horses were just as amazing as the whole team and the trails were spectacular. The work didn’t seem like
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Miriam)
Miriam is absolutely a superstar! You won’t find a harder worker who always has the most positive attitude.
She is a very good equestrian as well. When she arrived she started working with a very timid and nervous horse that hadn’t had much training. She put a lot of time and miles on him and made him a great horse. (She has a picture of him on
… read more her profile where they are in a pond). You never have to tell Miriam to do anything. Once she learned the routine she always took the initiative. Towards the end she took on a leadership role for the other volunteers and did a great job with that as well.
Most importantly her personality, spirit and great attitude makes her just a joy to be around. We will truly miss her and she is welcome back anytime.
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If you love spending time in the saddle and caring for horses then you need to come to Eric's place!
This was my very first workaway and I couldn't have asked for more. I spent over 2 months at Eric's and as everyone agrees time flies! Not only had I the opportunity to spent lots of time with the lovely horses but I also got to meet so many great
… read more people. I spent pretty much all my time with the other international volunteers and loved every second of it. I feel so grateful for meeting some local people, who not only showed us Memphis but who were the best friends you could ask for.
The work consists of taking care of the horses like grooming and feeding them, doing some normal stable chores and going on trail rides. There are always other volunteers around you can ask for help if needed.
Eric gave us lots of time off to explore Memphis and its surroundings and even let us go on a trip to New Orleans. Even though I enjoyed my time off I always looked forward to going back to the stables. The work at the stables can be busy and tiring but it was always worth it. Honestly the horses will grow on you and its a great place to learn more practical knowledge. Eric is a generous and kind host. I wish he could have spent more time with us since he's quite fun to be around and playing cards with him is a blast!
Thank you Eric and Sam for making this experience an amazing one.
Vom Workawayer (Abbey) für Host
My time at Eric’s ranch will be a part of my life I will never forget!
After initially planning to stay 2 months, I ended up staying 5! If my visa was longer I’d definitely still be there.
It’s safe to say I left my heart in Memphis. By far it’s the most wonderful thing I’ve done to date. If you love horses it’s the place for you.
Aside from now
… read more becoming a life long friend, Eric is a fantastic human being and the most wonderful host. He’s always got something fun for you to do, and will be there for guidance or a beer now and then! He gave myself and the girls countless time off to go and visit Nashville, The smoky mountains and even took myself, some of the horses and other girls to a horse trip in Illinois ! There was never a dull moment, you’re encouraged to learn off of everyone you meet and broaden your abilities. Learning to play Polo was a favourite of mine ! From natural horsemanship to equine massage there is always something to learn!
Having never ridden western before I came, I’d definitely say I feel like a cowgirl at heart now. Eric will even teach you tricks on how to flip off or stand in your saddle , it’s a right of passage and a definite must try ! I might not have been a pro but it was a great laugh!
I got to stay in the beautiful countryside and live with the best bunch of girls I have ever met. All of whom I still speak to regularly and can’t wait to meet up with again for more adventures! The ranch has a fantastic lake for swimming or paddle boarding! On our days off there’s plenty of time to relax and watch movies or go and ride! Whiskey Jacks was a great bar to visit and learn a lot of line dancing ! Pack your cowboy hat and some boots because you’re going to need them! Exploring Memphis was fantastic and there are so many great places to see and so much amazing food to eat! Eric and the other locals will give you countless places to try!
The locals are all fantastic and are happy to help! It took me a few days to work out how to tie the saddles correctly but all you have to do is ask for help! You’ll become a pro in no time ! There was always time for us to go on rides together and spend time going for meals or going to see a baseball game!
Everyone who comes is encouraged to find a horse in his wonderful heard to love, mine just so happened to arrive a day before me. Arya will forever be special to me and 100% the love of my equestrian life! You can even spot us together in the pictures !You will always enjoy working with the horses so much some days you’ll ride so much your legs will hurt! Every horse has a wonderful personality and I’ve never come across so many loving and well behaved horses.
Eric’s daughter Sam is by far a highlight for me. Always there for a laugh or a cry!(wise to avoid boys out there) she is a wonderful human being and my absolute best friend. The memories we made will be cherished forever and I can’t wait to see her again. She will instantly make you feel part of the team and welcome you into the home! She’s a wonderful soul and is the strongest woman I know. A credit to everyone that knows her and I love her dearly.
So long story short , Eric and his daughter Sam are part of my family now (sorry guys you have no choice) They will remain in my heart forever. I’m already planning my return trip out to them! It truly broke my heart leaving . I don’t think I’ve ever cried so much in an airport before ! Eric thank you from the bottom of my heart for the most incredible experience with you, your horses and your incredible team. I can’t wait to visit you again soon.
Love Always.
Here for a good time not a long long one ❤️Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Valerie)
Valerie and Mel came to our ranch as solo workawayers but soon became best of friends. It’s no wonder they became such a good team as they both have great personalities with a very positive and fun outlook. Their work ethic is tops and they both always go above and beyond what is expected of them. Their equestrian skills are excellent and I didn’t
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Our time at Eric's ranch will stay with us forever!
Horses. Amazing! Humans equally as amazing! It’s a place that will steal part of your heart forever. We came here as two solo travellers and left as an unbreakable unit! We didn’t know what to expect from this experience but what we found were friendships, beautiful moments and endless laughs.
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Your other workawayers and local volunteers will become your instant family.
Not to mention Eric’s amazing daughter who is always up for an adventure!
The horses become something you look forward to seeing every day and you'll definitely find the right horse for you in this colorful herd!
There is endless amounts of riding. Plus if you're lucky (and Eric checks his girth) polo!
You will be able to take trips on your days off and learn how to line dance with the locals!
Eric, thank you for making this experience possible! And thank you for loving travel as much as many of us do. For Mel it was a chance to live out her American cowgirl dreams and wear her boots and hat every day. For Val it was a chance to be out in nature surrounded by animals, learn how to line dance and live every part of the southern lifestyle. Dreams do come true!
So thank you!
If you're considering this, just SEND IT! In life you will regret the things you don’t do!
Until next time Memphis.
Mel & Val
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Camille)
I feel I am so lucky and blessed to constantly get such great volunteers that want to come and help out at the ranch. Camille was yet another one of those amazing people. The moment she arrived she fit right in with the rest of the volunteers and instantly became part of our ranch family. She is smart, funny, witty and always a pleasure to be
… read more around. Camille has a great attitude and work ethic. She is adventurous and a great equestrian and while here she worked with a lot of our horses. She also shared her passion for horses with lots of children while here. I even talked her into helping a bunch of kids learn how to fish. Camille was here for 3 months and that just wasn’t long enough. Don’t miss the opportunity to host Camille if you can.
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This was my first Workaway experience and I couldn't have dreamed of anything better. I stayed three months with Eric and the other international volunteers, and these were certainly the most incredible and memorable 3 months of my life.
Working at the ranch can be physical and tiring at times, but it's nothing compared to the happiness of being
… read more among Eric's horses all day long, and working with the caring, warm and adorable local volunteers. The work involves a significant amount of interaction with costumers, which is very formative. You are always encouraged to discover new things (from natural horsemenship to polo games), to ride new horses or even to go and try the best burger (or burrito) in town after work. You will have the chance to ride every day, whether for work or for fun, and you will quickly find your little favourite among all those gentle and incredible horses.
Because we had days off, I had the opportunity to visit the surroundings (I strongly recommend New Orleans and the Smoky Mountains National Park) and Eric was always full of good advices and ideas so that we could discover the culture of the South, have fun and spend incredible evenings and off days.
Living at Eric's ranch was an experience I would recommend to everyone. The surroundings are beautiful, the house is located in the middle of woodlands filled with wildlife, and swimming in the nearby lake on hot days wasn't too bad either. The rooms are welcoming and nicely decorated, and all equipped with Netflix and Hulu (which you will need to binge-watch all of the ten seasons of Friends).
During my experience there, I have met people who will leave their mark on me for life and I know that I will never forget these 3 months spent there, a bit out of time. Eric is an incredible host, flexible, available, funny (sometimes). He is also caring and you will soon feel part of the family. You won't find another one like that, this one is a real gem :) Leaving was heart breaking.
If you're still not sure about this... Go for it.
There's nothing in the world I would recommend more.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Noemi)
We had the pleasure of hosting Noemi for 3 months. She has a great work ethic and a great attitude. She loves horses and really worked hard with 2 of them while she was here. With her kindness, patience and horsemanship skills she was able to take Tonto and Outlaw from wild to mild. Noemi is a team player and fit in well with all the other
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This was my first time I left home all alone and it couldn’t be any better.
To live at Eric’s ranch was an amazing experience. You are surrounded by wildlife and if you drink your cup of tea in the morning maybe you see a deer in front of the kitchen window. 😉 The house is very cute and the rooms are really nice. On hot days we got the chance to
… read more take a swim in our own lake which is pretty cool. You won’t miss anything; it just feels like home.
Also the people there are so lovely and great. Everybody gets a warm and friendly welcome. I met a lot of other girls and boys from all over the world and made some really good friends. Also the local ones are amazing. They made me feel like part of the family from day one. I met a lot of people which I will remember my whole life and I felt very comfortable around them. It really feels like my own American family and I really hope to see them all again one day!
The «work» we had to do isn’t really work if you like to be around horses all day long. If you’re used to take care of these animals it’s just daily busyness and a lot of fun. They are all very gentle and friendly. You will find your “own one” soon. We had the chance to ride the horses every day and it was a lot of fun.
On our days off we had the chance to explore the cities nearby like Nashville which was impressive.
Leaving was heartbreaking and I cried my eyes out. It felt like leaving home for the second time.
I would recommend a stay with Eric to everyone. He is a really nice and a funny person and it’s great to spend time with him.
I can understand if you’re afraid to live with somebody you don’t know. But as I can say just go for it and try something new. You would miss out on a great experience and regret it.
A really big thank you to Eric and all the other people who made this time unforgettable. I miss you every day and will hopefully come back soon!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Dupont)
We were lucky to get Camille to help us for about six weeks. She was a great member of our team and everyone liked her a lot. If you are looking for a good strong horse rider then Camille would be a great choice. I was really impressed by her ability to work with horses. Don’t miss the chance to host Camille.
Vom Workawayer (Dupont) für Host
I stayed 6 weeks at Eric's ranch and it's safe to say I had an amazing time.
I met a lot of very great people from all over the world as well as locals that made me feel part of a family really quickly. The workaways all live at Eric's ranch which is pretty comfortable, with a big propriety including a lake in which you can take a swim when you're
… read more too hot ! The work is quite simple : grooming, feeding and riding horses all day long, the only problem you can encounter is the heat. The horses are all very well behaved and it's really fun to work with them ! We also have three days off a week which allow you to travel around and have some fun with the other workaway. To sum up, it was one of the funniest, coolest, greatest experience of my life and I really recommend it to anyone who knows how to ride a horse.
Thanks again for everything Eric !!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Bryony)
Bryony was an amazing workawayer. She went beyond what was needed to make sure every job was done. She has a great personality and fit right in with the rest of the team. We wished she could have stayed longer than a month and would love for her to return one day. Don’t miss the opportunity to host Bryony.
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This was my first workaway experience and I couldn't recommend it enough! Eric, Joan and all the local volunteers are extremely welcoming and warm, not to mention the other workawayers that I was lucky enough to spend the month with. My only regret is that I only stayed for one month. I would recommend two or three months, but then it would have
… read more been even more difficult to leave at the end. Saying goodbye to everyone was tough, as they really made me feel part of the gang for that short time and getting to know them was a privilege. All the horses at the ranch are lovely and gentle. The work doesn't really feel like work when you get to spend all day around them. The living situation is perfect, in a really beautiful part of the world( and having Netflix and Hulu in every room isn't too bad either!)
I can't really put into words how great of an experience it was- just go and do it. Thanks Eric and everybody for an amazing month!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Emma)
It was great hosting Emma at our ranch. She has a great sense of humor and is fun to be around. She fit in with the rest of the team perfectly and took to her work duties quickly and with a good attitude. If Emma should apply at your place, don’t miss the chance to host her.
Vom Workawayer (Emma) für Host
This was my first workaway experience and I had an amazing time! I got to live and work with other workawayers from all around Europe who I made great friends with as they were so friendly and welcoming. Initially it can be a little overwhelming but everyone made me feel comfortable very quick. The ranch is beautiful and full of wildlife.I caught
… read more my first fish on the lake beside the ranch! Working on the ranch was great fun and I got to do a lot of horse riding. It was a great experience to learn how to ride Western, something I had never done before. Some days the work can be tougher than others but mainly due to the heat! Eric was a great host, he has a great sense of humour and can take a joke(thankfully!). Some nights we would all sit around the table chatting and sharing stories which was entertaining to say the least and very enjoyable :) Eric has a car for us to drive so on our days off we got the opportunity to explore the area and take trips to nearby cities such as Nashville. Overall it was an amazing opportunity and a great experience. Anyone who is considering doing a workaway with Eric I would definitly recommend that you do it :)Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Sina)
Sina was a pleasure to host. She is a hard worker and handles all tasks with professionalism. She is a very optimistic person, is always smiling and bringing joy to those around her. If you get the chance to host Sina, don’t pass it up.
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I was six weeks on Eric’s farm and I had an amazing time!
Eric is such a great person and I have also met very nice people from all over the world!!! I staid in a house with four other volunteers and that was fantastic.
The most of the work is feeding, watering, grooming and riding the horses. The work is not too hard and it is a lot of fun (never
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I’m so thankful that I could make this wonderful experience!
Thank you so much!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Eva)
Eva might be young but she is very mature and professional. She takes pride in her work and always takes the initiative to do things that need to be done. I’ve never seen a person that smiles as much as Eva and she will make the work day easier with her great attitude. If you get the chance to have her volunteer at your place don’t hesitate.
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I couldn’t have asked for a better 1st workaway experience! Eric and Joan are amazing hosts, who make you feel at home straight away.
Eric has the loveliest horses that make the work simple. I stayed for roughly 2 months, which was enough time to get way too attached to the horses and the other volunteers. There are many local volunteers that are
… read more there all year round who can show you the ropes. I had a lovely time chatting to them about the differences between western and English riding. I didn’t know anything about western riding before coming but that wasn’t a problem. A lot of new horses arrived while I was there so you can help train them and get them ready.
The work consists of feeding, grooming, saddling the horses, and taking out customers on trail rides. The rides vary between 30 minutes and 2 hours but are quite easy to learn, when we had time the other volunteers would take me on the trails to make sure I knew them. The days can be quite long but the time flies by, it’s so much fun being able to talk with customers who come from so many different backgrounds and spending all day riding horses. At the end of most days you’ll be able to go on rides just with the other volunteers. There is nothing better than those lovely landscapes at sunset.
Eric will always make sure that you get a couple days of per week. Memphis is a great city to visit and isn’t too far from New Orleans (roughly a 6-hour drive) or Nashville (around a 3-hour drive), it is also quite close to Arkansas where you can go on lovely hikes. Eric’s daughter, Sam, is also one of the volunteers, she very kindly took us around Memphis and showed us all the sites.
Missing you all (especially the horses :wink:) Can’t wait to come back again soon!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Caroline)
Caroline is a positive person with a great attitude. I never heard her complain and she strives to do her work in a professional manner. It was a great 3 month experience and we look forward to her returning next year.
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I spent almost three months volunteering at Eric's ranch and could not have wished for a better experience. I made lifelong friends with the other volunteers and was treated like part of the family from the day I arrived to the day I left. I also loved getting to know some of the local volunteers.
I helped care for over 30 horses (grooming,
… read more feeding, tacking up, etc) and could ride as much as I wanted. Eric's horses are some of the sweetest and most well-behaved horses I have ever been around and are all very well taken care of. I lived at Eric's ranch as well as his girlfriend Joan's house for part of my stay and both were much more than I had expected for accommodation. They are both excellent hosts. Both places have great wifi, netflix/hulu, full kitchens and bathrooms, and lots of outdoor space.
Memphis is an awesome city that is rich in American history and culture. I used my days off to explore other places such as New Orleans, Nashville, Mississippi, and Arkansas. There was always something to do.
I highly recommend this Workaway for anyone wanting to gain horse experience and explore the American south. Thank you Eric, Joan, and Sam for making my stay so memorable -- give Sofia and Domino some love from me and I hope to see you all again very soon!!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Linnea)
Linnea fit right in with our ranch family of volunteers. She was always eager to learn new skills with the horses and always had a great attitude. I’m confident we will see each other again one day at some mounted archery competition.
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This was my first workaway experience and I’m so happy that this got to be the one!
I traveled alone for the first time and was very nervous but Eric and the other volunteers made me feel at home. I had time to settle before my first work day which was awsome. I then moved to Joans which was fantastic as well!
I only stayed for a month, which was
… read more okay but I wished I had stayed for a longer period of time :pray:
The work is amazing if you’re an experienced horse rider looking for a workaway where you get to ride and interact with horses as your daily routine. The days consists of bringing in horses, feeding, grooming, tacking, taking care of customers and ride with them. If we had time during the day we would also go for a ride without the customers. There’s also an arena at the stables. The days could be pretty long but since I had so much fun they just flew by and you have enough days in the week were you’re free to rest or explore.
Here I got to experience western culture, learn about western tack and riding, be around other experienced horse people, see some of the south and improve my English. I’ll carry this with me all my life and be forever grateful for that. Everything can seem a little bit overwhelming with information and so on at first, but don’t be afraid, you’ll get into it shortly :pray:
I had the pleasure to stay with awsome volunteers, meet lovely volunteers at the stables. Eric, Joan, Sam and Andie are awsome. I’ll miss all of you, the animals and horses as well. I really hope I’ll see you again soon!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Millie & Tom) für Host
I've done a few workaways before but working with Eric was the best, if you love hanging out with horses then this is a fantastic opportunity. The work is very reasonable and being able to explore the beautiful trails with the customers and other guides is awesome. Everyone at the ranch is so helpful and kind and although it takes a little
… read more travelling to get to the stables, the accommodation is very comfortable with acres of land to explore of hours of Netflix to chill out to. Trips into Memphis can take a little organising but it's well worth having a look around and taking Eric's recommendations. If you come ready to make the most of the amazing places and peoples and animals then you're sure to have a great time.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Daniel)
Daniel was a great volunteer. He always took initiative and went beyond what was required with his duties whether it was at the stables or at the house. He always had the best attitude and the customers enjoyed him as their guide.
Best of all Daniel became family. He is smart and has a great sense of humor. From the moment he stepped off the
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We will see you again down the trail Daniel.
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This was my first workaway experience, and it couldn't have been better. I stayed for roughly two months, which felt too short as time flies by.
Eric and Joan are both lovely people. I felt welcomed from the very start. They were very keen on sharing both riding skills and horse knowledge.
Everyone at the stables were friendly and helpful.
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The horses at the stables are lovely, and all have different personalites. There is definitely a horse for everyone!
The work consisisted of feeding, grooming, saddling the horses, and taking out customers on horseback trails. I came into the daily routines quickly.
During this workaway, I also got cultural and historical experiences, which I appreciated. Thanks to the days off, I was able to discover Memphis and its cultural/historical sites such as the national Civil Rights museum and Graceland.
At the end of these two months it felt like I was part of the family. Eric and Joan opened up their home and hearts and made me feel part of their family. I'm already missing the horses, Eric, Joan, and everyone at the stables!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (COUPE)
Pierre is a great horseman and was a huge help at the stables during his 2 month stay with us. As a trail guide he is a very quick and alert at taking care of any problem that started. He is always willing to do whatever is asked of him. He was also a big help at taking care of the animals at the ranch house.
Thank you Pierre for your help and
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My two months with Eric and Joan was amazing. I really met friendly people during my all trip in Memphis and I hope I could be back at this place one day.
The work wasn’t too hard, and I could ride every day. The work consists to feed, brush and saddle horses. But the most part of your time, you are a guide for customers. It was so cool because I
… read more could improve my English a lot and discover American’s culture and American people when I was talking with them. The stables and trails are so great, and horses are gorgeous.
The place is so nice, the Eric’s ranch is in lovely place and you can do pretty trail with his dogs around the house. During my days off, I could visit all interesting place of Memphis and I had never time to bore. Furthermore, Eric has always good tip for you.
I also met amazing people and created great friendships during my trip. Thank you for all Eric. I’ve already been nostalgic of my trip and the time spent with y’all. I miss you all so much.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Louise)
We found Louise to be the type of person that is always positive and in a good mood. Everyone she meets instantly likes her. She is an early riser that's always eager to get the day going. We saw early on that she has a lot of leadership skills rather it was at the ranch house working with new workaway volunteers or at the stables helping them to
… read more learn our systems. I felt very comfortable leaving her in charge at the stables when I couldn't be there, knowing that she was going to make sure the horses and the customers were going to be taken care of.
Thanks for coming Louise, you went above and beyond what was expected.
Vom Workawayer (Louise) für Host
I spend more than two months with Eric and Joan and this was one of the best time I had !
I worked at the stables four days a week and take care of more than 30 lovely horses. I fed, brushed, prepared the horses and then I was ready to saddle up and take guests on trail rides ! It was a lot of work but it sure was a lot of fun as well. At the end
… read more of the day I was sometimes exhausted but always happy of my day !
Each horse was special and I will miss them a lot, specially Merri and Cindy. I wish I could bring you home with me !
During my days off, there was no time to get bored ! I used to relax in my room, take a walk in Eric's gorgeous property or explore around Memphis and even beyond !
Eric, I cannot thank you enough for your generosity and all the things I've learned. I felt at home from the very beginning and my time here went by way too fast ! Eric and Joan are wonderful people that I will miss a lot !
During this workaway I had the opportunity to meet a lot of fantastic people. Sam, Lauren, Melissa, Pierre, ... you all made this trip very special and I will always remember the wonderful time we had together !Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Mélissa)
Melissa is everything you could want in a workaway volunteer. Her work ethic is great but more importantly, she is very sociable, smart, talented, funny and everyone from the staff to the guests loved her. She even had guests come back to ride repeatedly and request her as a guide. Back home at her university she is in the final year of studying
… read more Osteopathy which she was able to practice on our horses while working here and the horses benefited tremendously from it.
Thank you so much for coming Melissa and we look forward to seeing you again next year.
Vom Workawayer (Mélissa) für Host
I had an amazing time with Eric and Joan ! I spent one month with them, and it was way too short, gone too fast !
The work is so great. You basicaly have to prepare horses for guests, and then going on trail rides with them. But there's so many other things to do there. Never have time to get bored. What I appreciated the most is you always work
… read more in a good mood. This is so great !!
If you are sociable, dynamic, and you like being around horses and working with them this is the perfect place. Days are really busy most of the time, so you're glad to be back home at the end of the day. I always spent so good days at work. Also you have some days off on the week, time to rest, or visiting the area if you'd like to.
Eric and joan are such wonderful people. We have done so many things together in such a short time. Miss you already guys, had so much fun with you.
I'll definitly be back next year, and hope for much more than one month !! :)
Thank you for everything guys.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Julia) für Host
My time with Eric and Joan was absolutely amazing! They are extremely generous and open hosts who are really invested in you having a good workaway experience. This was my first workaway experience and I can't wait to go back and visit and experience other opportunities. If you like working with horses and getting your hands dirty, this is the
… read more place for you! Nestled in the beautiful outdoors of Memphis, you will certainly get your fill of nature and fresh air! The work is hard but extremely rewarding and the team you work with is great. Thank you, Eric and Joan, for an unforgettable experience!Vom Host für Workawayer (Julia)
Julia was everything you would want in a workawayer. She always took the initiative and was an extremely hard worker. She never once complained and had the best attitude. We hope to see her down the trail again one day.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Lila)
Lila was an extremely hard working volunteer. She always took the initiative and I never heard her complain. We were short handed in the month of June and Lila really stepped up to fill the void. She was great with the horses and customers. She also went beyond what was expected and did lots around the house. Always cooking, cleaning and even
… read more helped take care of my dog. If you get the chance to host Lila do not hesitate.
Vom Workawayer (Juliane) für Host
Couldn’t have wished for more. What an amazing experience! Eric and Joan offer a lot and are big givers - always there for a good laugh too :) the stables and the rest of the staff are wonderful, the work is fun even at busy times. Time passes by fast (too fast at the end), you come home exhausted but fall asleep with a smile on your face being
… read more excited for the next day. You bond with people very quick, which makes you wanting to come back as soon as possible. 10/10 can recommend! Thank you Eric :)Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Juliane)
I don't know how we keep getting blessed with such great workawayers. Just an hour after Juliane's plane landed she was already working with the horses. She was here through a very busy month and always worked hard. She has a great sense of humor and is very outgoing. We look forward to working with Juliane again in 2019.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Lizzy)
It was a pleasure having Lizzy stay with us. She has a real passion for horses and has excellent equestrian skills. She was also very helpful assisting us when doing vet work on the horses. Lizzy is a very polite and pleasant person to be around. I highly recommend her.
Vom Workawayer (Judy) für Host
I had an amazing time on this work away! Thanks to Eric for having me.
The work itself is a lot of fun, working at a horse riding stables and helping look after 28 horses with a team of volunteers (about 2-3 other workawayers and a handful of local volunteers too!). I was able to expand my knowledge about horses and got to do lots of riding which
… read more was great.
The ranch where you stay is a very special place. If you like the outdoors then you'll have a lot of fun wandering around 300 acres of beautiful southern countryside, exploring forests and pastures. There are lots of wild animals around if you keep your eyes open and a bunch of lakes on the ranch as well to swim or fish in. The rooms are comfy and clean and each room has its own TV with Netflix (luxury!). We took turns in the house preparing dinners and I was never left hungry. Eric was happy to give lifts into downtown or to other tourist spots when we wanted. Overall this was a really awesome workaway and a month just didn't seem long enough! Thanks Eric for all your generosity and friendship :)Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Judy)
Judy was the ideal workawayer. She had a positive attitude and was always willing to help out. She went above and beyond what was expected of her during her stay. She was also very willing and open minded to learn new things. While here she was a great horse riding guide and our customers loved her. She did a construction project at the stables
… read more that will be very beneficial, worked on fences, cut grass and was a great cook. She even worked on marketing for us on her own time. Just an amazing person. If Judy applies at your place don't miss the opportunity to get her.
Vom Workawayer (Christelle) für Host
It was my second workaway experience and I’m so lucky to have stayed there for 3 weeks.
Eric and the Team are just incredible and so nice ! I like the tasks I had to do there: feeding horses, cleaning stables, going in trail with tourists (landscapes are so georgous, on the middle of the forest),
Planning is flexible, depends of the weather but
… read more You feel never alone or bored, there are always something to do or someone to talk (customers, team, and volunteers!!) ;
At the end of the day, You have dinner with the team, and you can cook if you like that (was my case). So cool and everything without pressure!
The Ranch (where I slept) is very quiet, next to a lake, you can see horses by your windows it’s just amazing ! My Own bedroom, very confortable and cosy. I met a lot people : local and volunteer, I’m so grateful to Eric to have shared with me his experience, his good mood (all the time, it’s crazy lol) and his kindness.
About Memphis, a great city, I really enjoyed the atmosphere: music everywhere, concert, entertainment, good food, good bars !!
Thank you Eric and Joan for teaching me Polo, thank you for your good vibes, for my orange cap, for “the Fair Horse shooters (make sens for you? Lol), and for the others stuff I probably forgot (too many good intentions)
Hope to see you soon and take care guys! Bises à Kiddo !!!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Christelle)
It was a real pleasure having Christelle become one of our stables family. She always takes the initiative and works very hard. She has a great personality, is always positive and is a fun person. We will miss her and she is welcome to come back any time.
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