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Learn sustainability and help supply fresh food to food banks!
I am a homesteader and an herbalist. After 35 years of urban homesteading in Florida, I've moved to NC to expand my work. I'm an author and an advocate for peaceful sustainable living. The goal of this space is to give 30-40% of what we grow to food banks. We are growing a lot!
We are on 5 acres in NC, about an hour eastish from Asheville. We have over 40 fruit trees, a large garden, chickens, and a solar charging station for the electric equipment. There is a 26' Geodesic dome greenhouse that also houses aquaponics. We have herb gardens, gourd tunnels, grapes and more.
For now, the focus is on growing food, and building more guest quarters in the large, detached garage. I'm looking for people with building, irrigation, and gardening skills. Willing beginners are welcome.
This is a rural property. I can pick you up at the Asheville airport or a bus/train station. I have a couple of bikes, but there is very little to do within a bike ride from here. There's a pool, a meditation/yoga greenhouse, a gazebo with a swinging bed and we're about 20 minutes drive from Lake Lure, and ten minutes from our small local town. I will be starting classes in the fall.
You'll be sharing this piece of paradise with me, Thor and Flora (dogs) , Simba (cat), Bazinga, and Pokey (cockatiels). , twelve hens, and a rooster.
VERY IMPORTANT: I am a chemical-free space. That means NO perfumes, colognes, or personal products that contain chemicals. If you aren't sure, please don't use it. Clothes that have been washed in detergents like Tide, gain, or anything that still smells like the laundry soap you used will trigger my sinuses to be unhappy. EWG.org is a great place to look for the toxicity of your products. You'll be happier and healthier if you are chemical-free! Also, no smokers.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Vegetarian or vegan
Technology
Politics / Social justice
Events & social
Sustainability
Pets
Self development
Farming
Charity work
Writing
Plant care
DIY & crafts
Books
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Camping
Fitness
Mountain
Outdoor activities
Hiking
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Whether you're looking for a broad understanding of homesteading and sustainability or a deep dive into any of the segments of what I do, I can teach you what you need to know.
If you're seeking personal healing on any level, this place has that. There is birdsong, and the smell of the cypress trees is amazing. I can help create a personal wellness program for you, including herbs, and homeopathy. foods and yoga. This property has a healing vibe; you'll leave here stronger and more centered than when you came.
Help
Gardening, harvesting,food and seed saving, and just general farmish tasks. We are a no till, organic operation and I am just learning about this particular climate and seasons. I've got more fruit trees to plant, and soil building will be a primary goal. Lots to do!
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
I am terrible at other languages but willing to teach as much as I can. I've had exchange students and many friends from other cultures. I'm hopeless but willing. :)
Accommodation
I have a 28' RV that can host 2 people. See pictures.
What else ...
I have been a wwoof and workaway host for several years now, and it's been great. Moving from the dense urban Florida location to here is quite a change, but homesteading is homesteading, wherever you are. I think this place is going to become a wonderful hub of local food production. I ask that you respect mother earth and no smoking or drugs. I am also sensitive to chemicals and fragrances, so all your personal products must be unscented and chemical free. EWG.org is a great resource to find out more about that.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
I can be really flexible with the work I need from you. When we work depends on the season, and where we work also depends on the season. I can skip writing some days. Not looking for someone to stay long term unless you have a lot of skills and we've come to an agreement after I've hosted you for a week or so
Space for parking camper vans
Yes, plenty of room
Can possibly accept pets
Well trained pets are welcome to stay with you in the RV. My dogs are okay with other animals provided they are properly introduced and they know you're supposed to be there.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Simba (11 years)
Simba loves to inspect everything and dominate the dogs. He's super friendly and has a purr you can hear from 10 feet away
Thor
Thor is laid back but gets really nervous when the cat (Simba) insists on a cuddle. Simba doesn't care.
Flora
She's a happy active dog. Throw the stick and you'll be friends for life.
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Cynthia is truly an amazing person who is knowledgeable, warm-hearted, creative, and super generous. She treated me like her family and always cared about me. I could relax at her place from the first day and… read more
she is a genuinely good person and she care about animal and people,she is very smart and open to very interesting conversations,you will definitely learn something in your stay and 100% you will try some new food
the daily tasks was different and I liked to help around the property with reparations and… read more
We made flour, freeze dried fruits, helped in the garden and much more - and we once learned again - how good you can feel when you cook healthy… read more
I apologize for not being able to do much, tired from the long haul and jetlag.
