Farm Palmer, United States

5.0
(82 reviews)82

Organic farming in the Matanuska Valley, Alaska

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This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Help a sustainable project
34 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature
74 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with international travelers
66 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Farming
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Tours
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Yoga classes
Take free yoga classes at our place.
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.
Support
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Availability

Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Stay at least
3 weeks
Stay up to
12 weeks

The Experience

Help on the farm varies by season. In the Spring we spend our time prepping the field, sowing seeds, growing transplants, cultivating those seeds in the field, weeding, and watering. As we move into summer and fall helpers will have the opportunity to harvest and sell the fruits and vegetables that have been growing the past few months at the local farmers’ markets.

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Requirements

  • Between 22 and 80 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
  • Mandatory volunteer introduction video

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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82 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Farm

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 74 Get in touch with nature
  • 66 Meeting international travelers
  • 56 Developing environmental awareness
  • 51 Learning about sustainability
  • 48 Meeting locals
  • 41 Immersing in the local culture

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 33 3. Good health and well-being
  • 18 17. Partnerships for the goals
  • 16 8. Decent work and economic growth

Belgium

5

The stay at the farm was amazing! Surrounded by nice people and wonderful nature. The atmosphere was super and the work was a lot of fun. Vern and Randy make you feel at home from moment one. Would 100% recommend this experience!

about 1 month ago

Germany

5

I absolutely loved my time at the farm. It was such a dream to live in Alaska. It was my first time working at a farm and it was amazing. I can also recommend the farm if you're looking for a place that feels like home with good food, kind ppl and fun activities. I went on so many hikes and saw so many beautiful places. Thank you so much for the experience Vern:)

about 1 month ago

Brazil

5

This was by far the best experience I've ever had in my life. It was my first time volunteering and I couldn't have chosen a better place! Vern and Randy are wonderful people, they are incredible caring and attentive to all the volunteers, and the food they prepare is fantastic. I stayed for 1 month and 1 week and felt at home from the very first days. I wish I could have stayed longer. I'm already missing all the amazing people I met during my stay. Thank you, Vern and Randy, for everything you did for me. I can never put into words how grateful I am to have met you.I hope to come back soon!

about 2 months ago

United States

5

This was my first worldpackers and wow is it going to be hard to top this one. I absolutely loved my experience at the farm. I immediately felt so welcomed and was so comfortable throughout my entire stay. Randy and Vern are amazing hosts and I 100% recommend this experience. There are lots of opportunities for hikes and the homemade meals are amazing. Also, the views everywhere are stunning!! This experience far exceeded my expectations and I already knew it was going to be amazing. This place along with the amazing people that I met will always hold a special place in my heart!! 🫶🫶

about 2 months ago

United States

5

This was my 3rd WP and it's by far my favorite!! the farm is such a magical place. Vern and Randy do an amazing job at making everyone feel at home. I'm already missing the delicious meals! The area is stunning. Great place for hiking, walks, and connecting with nature. I miss it everyday! Thanks for everything, Vern and Randy!! Hope to see you again soon.

about 2 months ago

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