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Description
We have three kids and a grandchild between us. We purchased this property two years ago and are working hard to renovate the two houses and make the land more useable. Acreage includes ponds, old growth trees, specimen trees throughout... theres wildlife : bob cats, bear, deer and a multitude of birds.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco ProjectsGardeningDIY and building projectsAnimal CareFarmstay helpHelp around the houseGeneral MaintenanceCultural exchange and learning opportunities
Ive worked in forestry, investigation, electrical and hardscaping. Happy to show you what I know!
Skill Sharing: I've worked in various trades throughout Ive worked in forestry, as an electrician, renovating and more recently have my own business in investigation.Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We’re accepting couples or single workawayers
Would be great to have help from someone that has experience in any of the following:
-tree surgery -painter / decorator -landscaper -arborculutist -animal care
-plumbing
-drywalling
-renovations
-pruning
-bramble/ blackberry/ brush clearing
-Wood working-carpentry
-general DIY
Depending on the time of year you arrive and the other possible projects different skills could be utilized.
Let us know what youre thinking!
WHAT TO PACK
All the required safety equipments are provided such as gloves, safety glasses, ear plugs, etc.
Lock - if desired
Easy-off shoes – you have to take them off to enter each building.
Warm socks – with your shoes off, you don’t want your feet to get cold!
Comfy clothes – for sitting on the floor, for relaxing, for yoga, for spending time outside
Chargers- unless you want a forced vacation from connectivity which is in fact highly recommended.
Good vibes!Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Accommodation
In a seperate house surrounded by lush forest.
The bathrooms will be shared.
You may share a bedroom with another
WE WILL PROVIDE:
All linens + towels, house to stay and
your meals and snacks.
You’re welcome to drink but we do not cover the costs of alcohol.
No drugs or smoking.What else ...
This is an ideal area if you're into outdoor activities!
Its somewhat isolated unless you own a car.
As this project is new at this time we need the following:
-take out your own travel insurance
-19+ only
-mentally and emotionally very fit.A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
Dogs if well behaved and don’t chase the goats.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (30)
The workaway house is perfect.… read more
After almost two months, we'd like to appreciate:
- the variety of tasks we could try out. Steve tried to come up with projects that suited us and that we enjoyed (framing, drywalling,… read more
Feedback
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Cultural exchange:
(4.9)
Communication:
(5.0)
The workaway house is perfect.… read more
After almost two months, we'd like to appreciate:
- the variety of tasks we could try out. Steve tried to come up with projects that suited us and that we enjoyed (framing, drywalling,… read more
It was my first workaway and I thought it was great! :)
I stayed with Steve and Parissa for three weeks and had an incredible time. I didn't have many skills when I arrived and I learned and discovered a lot.
We had a great time together and I met some wonderful people. On top of that, Parissa makes great… read more
If you have the opportunity to go there, run for it, you won't be disapointed. The property is awesome and the projects, inside and outside are numerous. The range of task to do is huge, everything is interesting, you can learn and… read more
There are two houses: the "small" one where the workawayers live and the big one, where we help.… read more
Unfortunately we could not meet Parissa but every time we talked with her… read more
It was my first workaway experience and I wasn't sure about my plans coming into Canada. They welcomed me onto their property and showed a high level of trust for my work and personality very fast. It's the main reason why I had no trouble extending my stay… read more
The things which you'll have the chance to experience and the place that you'll stay passed all of my expectations. I'm sure that you'll think so too and count yourself just as lucky as I am
While there, the time flew by and I was able to practice skills I've learned through horticulture school, and, learn new skills in home renovation as well. If anyone is traveling and looking… read more
They have a laid-back, flexible approach to hosting, which is great. Nothing too structured, you’re just trusted to… read more
He kept his work areas very neat, organized and always cleaned by the end of his workday.
Alisandro also… read more
The house is a bit isolated so take… read more
I loved the place and the people there. I learned a lot of things, now I have some news skills.
I will probably come back for working again and just to say "hi" to my new friends.
Thank you very much for all.
Paul
He doesn't watch the clock and is very self-motivated. He mucks in, sees what needs doing… and does it! During his time with us, he helped teach our friends daughter French, looked after the birds and other animals, gardened, cleaned, fixed things… the list could go on.
He has… read more
Ask her to teach you how to make a proper Italian meal including her Tiramisu! Or to learn some Italian language. Shes open-minded, kind and hardworking. We are so lucky.