Nature is calling on a small hobby farm and animal rescue in Quesnel, BC, Canada

Availability

  2024 

 Min stay requested: at least 1 month

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  • Description

    Description

    On our Farm we have a Lot going on. We have a small Hobby Farm with chickens goats and sheep as Well as a large Garden that Always needs some Support.
    In Addition to our hobby Farm we also are the Location is a small animal rescue and sanctuary where we take Care of all kinds of animals from cats and dogs to llamas and horses and pigs!
    Duties of the workaway depends on skill and seasons. Its a fun place with lots of Action and with 160 acres of Land to Play on, your activities are only limited to your Imagination!
    The dogs always need a walk, and some grooming and training. The trails throughout the property always need maintenance, and there is plenty of fence and gate repairs, and lots of hands on maintenance work that needs to be done.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Charity Work
    Art Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Travellers will benefit from the Connection and respect you will have with animals and Nature. We will teach you about animal Care and the needs of the different species and what they need to be balanced. They will learn about the how to live and Work in Nature and how important the Connection to the earth is. We love sharing our home with new people, and have developed many long lasting friendships through hosting! We are excited to meet you and learn about you and your experiences!

  • Help

    Help

    We are very flexible here and willing to Work with the Skills you come with. Animal experience is Not necessary but you have to have an Open mind and be willing to learn, have a good understanding of English, and ask questions if you aren't sure on something.

    We Always have Projects on the Go from building, gardening, fencing, Direct animal Care such as grooming, hoof care, Walking dogs, giving animals medication, cleaning, and normal household Chores.
    Winter can be tough and challenge you to push through your comfort. There will be lots of snow and well below 0 degrees (-30 isn't uncommon) but the clear skies, Epic sunsets, and Connection to Nature, make it all worth it! We request that people staying with us stay a minimum of 1 month.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Comfortable Private room with double or queen sized bed. The rest of the house is shared. There is generally a nice layer of dog hair on most surfaces..... Sorry, it just comes along with living on a farm

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    There is Lots to do around our place, but in your down time there are lots of places to explore in the surrounding area. We will provide all workaways with information about the area, and accessible hikes and adventures depending on the season. The Farm is 15 min away from town, having your own Car will Help but is not necessary.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    We don't have internet but your connection will be better ;) Seriously though I don't have internet at home, but we are only 15 minutes a coffee shop or brewery that has all the wifi you could dream of!

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    There is lots of space to hook up RV or park other vehicles. There is a sani-dump approximately 15 minutes from the farm

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    As long as your pet is vaccinated, and gets along with all the other animals on the farm, including free ranging birds and pigs and other livestock.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • ...

    Hours expected

    5 hours work around the farm/household and morning eve 5 days week (animal feeding routine)

Host ref number: 277437725587

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