Welcome to our paradise on Southern Vancouver Island, BC, Canada

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  Description

  Hi!
  Thank you for checking out our profile.
  We are Ron and Paul, a gay male couple.
  We live and work on the unceded territories of the Quw'utsun people, known colonially as Cowichan Valley, on Southern Vancouver Island, B.C. Canada.
  We recently moved onto this 2 acre property and are building a small retreat center.
  As caring for, and managing the land requires time and energy, we are looking to Workaway to create opportunities for individuals to come help out with the seasonal and day to day jobs that need our attention, in exchange for a safe comfortable place to pause in your travels, and enjoy Vancouver Island.
  
  Current projects include re-roofing a small 10x10 “garden studio”, gardening, and forest management - we are looking to eradicate invasive species and encourage indigenous plant species.
  
  Our location is rural and quiet, yet close enough to local amenities to not feel isolated. We are a 45 minute drive south to Victoria, BC. or 15 minutes north to Duncan.
  
  We are interested in stays of up to 14 days to start.
  Our preference is to host solo travelers, but are open to couples if you feel especially called to be here.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Our work and retreat center is based on mindfulness practices, yoga & embodiment, consciousness and open communication. Being a mature gay couple we are interested in supporting diversity and creating safe space for individuals, in a world that doesn't always feel safe.

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  Help

  Currently work would include garden & yard maintenance, clearing debris and invasive species from forest area, building maintenance.

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent

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  Accommodation

  We have several out buildings, one of which contains a work/storgae room as well as a 10' x10' bedroom, with queen bed, heated and cozy, with windows into the forest, this would be your private space, with easy access to your own compact fridge, running water, and WiFi. You would share bathroom in the main house.
  We can discuss meals and sharing food/time together.

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  What else ...

  Excellent access to Vancouver Island’s wine country, beaches, rivers, and parks. Located on the Pacific Marine Circle Route, a scenic drive linking Cobble Hill – Victoria – Port Renfrew – Lake Cowichan. The drive can be done easily in a day, or you can choose to turn it into a multi day trip, taking in the diverse scenery. Public transport is limited, the area is good for biking. There is space on site to park your car or RV and we have a charging station for electric vehicles.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  The property is set up to have wifi in most buildings, including the workaway bedroom space. If a more formal office space is required for specific "events" or online "Meetings" we can discuss and arrange.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  We have space for individuals with camper Van/ VW van sized units. We can provide electricity.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  We are open to having pets. We live with 1 cat who thinks he owns the property, so your pet would have to be amenable to playing along.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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  Hours expected

  Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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