Join our family projects and enjoy the outdoors near Knysna, South Africa

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  Description

  We (The Schmids) are a family farm project located near the town of Knysna. Our main source of income is the artisan manufacture of wholesome, organic grain products. In 2014, we decided to leave our home country (Germany) and migrate to South Africa with nothing but an Austrian Mill and a pasta machine.
  Over the years, we have built our name as one of the few manufacturers of organic, ancient grain products in SA. We run a bistro and shop in Knysna, selling our products and cooking up healthy food for body and soul.
  
  Living here gives us more freedom but also greater responsibilities. We never get bored; every day brings new, exciting projects and challenges, whether it's fixing the toilet or milking the goats. Although we have learned to do many things, there are times when we need some help and a new person to bring in a fresh mindset and good vibes. We are all multitaskers, meaning we do many things at once.
  If you don't get tired of work and "adventure," this is the place for you.
  
  What kind of people are we? We are a family composed of a mother, Adelheid (63), and her three adult children, Adrian (41), David (39), and Clara (22). Each of us has lived a very different life in the past. Now, we have come together to pursue a project that we all contribute to and that benefits each of us individually. We strive to think creatively and welcome the lessons that life teaches us.
  While we work closely with nature, we do not identify as hippies or conform to mainstream norms - we prefer not to label ourselves.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Farmstay help

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Sustainability

  

  Self development

  

  Farming

  

  Art & design

  

  Books

  

  Plant care

  

  Music

  

  Nature

  

  Beach
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  There is lots to learn, whether it's the Artisan manufacture of grain milling and processing, baking, sustainable food production, working with people, or just getting some feel of South Africa and its people.
  Living here on the farm, nature will teach you.

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  Living here gives us more freedom but also greater responsibilities. We never get bored; every day brings new, exciting projects and challenges, whether it's fixing the toilet or milking the goats. Although we have learned to do many things, there are times when we need some help and a new person to bring in a fresh mindset and good vibes. We are all multitaskers, meaning we do many things at once.
  
  We do farming, maintanance, some building and gardening.
  If you are willing to learn and work hard, you are welcome.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  German: Fluent
  English: Fluent

  This host offers a language exchange
  We speak German and English fluently. We are happy to teach you a bit, and we are also open to learn about a different language :)
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  Accommodation

  Small cottage, includes a small kitchen + bathroom.
  
  We are food people, have always been running a restaurant; therefore, food shouldn't be an issue.

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  What else ...

  We drive to town quite regularly; therefore, lifts are always possible.
  Knysna has lots to explore; many hiking trails and beautiful beaches.

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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

  We do have unlimited wifi, the signal strength however depends on the weather, as we are quite far out.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  We have enough space for the parking of any van.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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  My animals / pets

  

  Lulus (15 years)

  This is Lulus, our largest family member, probably the biggest donkey you have ever met. He is friendly as long as he gets attention. He Loves humans and food.

  

  Momo (2 years)

  Momo is something between a cat and an own. Very friendly, very clumsy.

  

  Felix (6 years)

  Felix is that gigantic, playful puppy that never grew up. He loves attention!

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