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Enjoy trying out a simple life as a family or couple

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The experience

By demand, we have created this position for small families and couples who would like to volunteer but are not sure if they can provide the hours and physical work demanded by our other positions.

You will have our usually paid caravan accommodation for free, the freedom to enjoy the environment and take in the lifestyle, in exchange to help out when and how you can, such as weeding the garden, cleaning guesthouses, etc.


What you offer

14 hours of help per week

Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens


What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely


Requirements

Beginner English or Beginner French

Over 30 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

Academy Course Eco Certificate for Volunteers: Basic Concepts

Academy Course How to become an outstanding Worldpacker


What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa


Program Details

This position is on offer to mature experienced couples or families who would like to volunteer on a lighter basis


Activities & Shift

We ask a very small 14 hour work week per adult in exchange for one of our quality accommodations. We let you manage your time as you wish to maximize your experience. The work ranges from construction to gardening to daily physical tasks around the homestead.


Rules

We do have a few rules that have developed over time to create a safe place for others and especially our children. We'll discuss this and we've found our volunteers all easily can accommodate to these rules.