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Small sanctuary for rescued ponies in County Waterford, Ireland

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  • Description

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    I run a small pony sanctuary — quiet, steady, a place with its own rhythm.

    I am looking for a woman who’d like a change of pace and an opportunity to learn about Horse Guided Empowerment as well as care for abused ponies.

    Experience with equines is preferable.
    In addition to working with the ponies you will also be required to do basic household chores and cook the evening meal.
    Walking the dogs would be appreciated.

    Accommodation is in a 4 berth caravan with use of my bathroom and kitchen, food included.

    I am in County Waterford, Ireland, within walking distance of the seaside town of Tramore.

    Currently, there are 8 ponies living on my 4 acres. I also have 2 friendly dogs and a sheep. All the ponies live out, all year round. Most of the ponies are very small and are not
    ridden.

    Please note I am.unable to cater for special dietary requirements and I have a zero tolerance for drug and/or alcohol abuse.
    If you have any mental health issues this is not the place for you.
    Women only please.

    This is not a business. No business related work is required

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Animal Care
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Nature
    Self development
    Writing
    Drawing & painting
    Books
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    You will learn how to take care of abused ponies and learn about Horse Guided Empowerment

  • Help

    Help

    You need to be of a calm disposition as some of these ponies have been severely traumatised and are very nervous.

    PLEASE NOTE I ONLY ACCEPT WOMEN VOLUNTEERS.

  • Languages spoken

    Afrikaans: Fluent
    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    A 4 berth caravan with use of my bathroom and kitchen

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    I am within walking distance of Tramore, from where you can get bus and train transport to anywhere in Ireland. There are many beaches and wooded areas locally. A bicycle is also available.

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    A little more information

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    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Phoebe

    Lurcher

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