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Hi! My name is Patrick, and me and my neighbour Valencia are looking for nature-loving Workawayers to come stay at our farm and enjoy the peace of nature and sounds of wildlife, whilst working alongside our pets and livestock. We have a wide variety of tasks to suit every type of helper, such as:
- Caring for and planting into garden our flower and herb seedlings
- Planting small raised gardens with veggies
- Redoing fencing to keep cows where they should be
- Walking the dogs through the forest and fields to give them exercise
- Household jobs like cleaning, baking and cooking if you wish
- Much much more!
I practice organic, no-till, regenerative methods with a focus on building topsoil. The farm is 160 acres of fields, forest, marsh and natural springs. We allow wildlife to build homes here and coexist with us. I selectively cut lumber to build with, and mill it right here on the farm. The animals are treated ethically, have freedom to roam, and are raised under Canadian Organic Association guidelines. Cattle are 100% grass fed with organically grown grass and graze rotationally.
In the past 5 years, we've hosted over 75 volunteers from around the world of all ages, genders and ethnicities. Helpers have stayed from a week for up to six months! We try to make everyone feel welcome and have built lasting friendships with our workaways. We love to meet people and learn new things.
A typical day on the farm would involve the basic animal chores starting around 8am - watering and feeding the chickens and pigs, turning on the hose for the cattle, and taking the dogs for a 20-30 minute walk. You'll feed the pigs again in the afternoon and close up the chicken coop once the ladies have returned to roost. The basic chores make up about 1.5 hours a day, with another 4 or so hours spent on other tasks.
One of the main jobs at the moment is the repair of miles of wire fencing (we'll teach you - it's easy!) There's also some junk lying around we'd love to focus on getting rid of this year. In the past we have trained people on driving tractors, cutting wood, building etc. We've had volunteers build chicken coops, cute garden gates, benches to sit on and enjoy the ponds, bee hotels - we have unlimited lumber and supplies so get creative!
You can relax in the afternoon, watch TV, read, or go for a walk - there are lots of trails through the forest. We ask for about 5 hours a day, 5 days a week of your time, with 2 days off. We're flexible about what days and can discuss depending on what's happening that week.
That leaves lots of time to explore the area. You can use the car to get around and go to town to shop, relax, see new places. With our volunteers we have been camping, on day trips in the canoe or kayak, and swimming at the famous Sandbanks Beach in Prince Edward County. This area is famous for thousands of acres of government land and many, many lakes. There are dozens of national parks and great towns like Kingston to enjoy a nice meal. Valencia loves getting out in nature and would love to have some company camping or hiking!
We would love to meet you - send us a message and we can see if we fit!
Tipos de ajuda e oportunidades de aprendizado
Projetos artísticos
Ajuda em projetos ambientais
Jardinagem
Construção/faça você mesmo
Cuidar de animais
Ajuda em fazenda
Criar/cozinhar refeições caseiras
Ajuda a cuidar da casa
Manutenção geral
Ajuda com computadores/internet
Objetivos de sustentabilidade da ONU que este anfitrião quer atingir
Oportunidades de intercâmbio cultural e aprendizado
Come and learn about ethical and humane meat production, and get an idea of what really happens on a small pasture-based operation. We want you to experience the joy of raising livestock for food and how the earth can actually benefit and heal from eating food right in your backyard. Help reduce your food footprint by eating food raised right here on the farm - it doesn't get more local than that!
Ajuda
- Basic animal chores : feed and water chickens and pigs; water cows.
- Dogs: walk dogs for 20-30mins.
- Meals: if you can cook, great! If not, you can help with prep like chopping veggies.
- Farm maintenance: weeding; help with fence repairs.
- Creative: build bird houses and feeders, create signs, and whatever else you think would help to beautify the farm!
Idiomas
Inglês: Fluente
Acomodação
- Private RV with double bed, couch, table, basic cookware and electricity.
- Access to Starlink high speed internet, laundry, kitchen, bathroom and anywhere in the house or outside.
- Electric plug in for mobile camper or RV.
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We are more than happy to pick you up in Napanee (preferred), Kingston or Belleville. The bus can be taken to these cities.
There is plenty to see and do less than 1 hour from the farm and you can get mostly everything you need in Napanee. Special items can be purchased on weekends when we go to the city or during your day off.
Smoking is allowed everywhere outside EXCEPT the barns/sheds and inside the house/trailer. CIGARETTE BUTTS and BEER CAPS are to be kept OFF the ground. Marijuana and minor alcohol consumption is allowed during your time off. No smoking pot while driving equipment or operating machinery. Anyone not following these rules will be asked to leave immediately.
We hope to host you soon! Thanks for reading.
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Acesso à internet
Acesso à internet limitado
Temos mascotes
Somos fumantes
Pode hospedar famílias
Pode hospedar nômades digitais
We have Starlink!
Espaço para estacionar campervans
We have power for you.
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Nº de ref. de anfitrião: 679323237241
Comentário (29)
21 mai. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Maxi) para o anfitrião
Valencia and Patrick are kind and open-hearted and always ready to share their knowledge, experiences, time and most importantly their beautiful home - that became a home to me as well. I was taken care off like a queen with delicious shared meals, home-made cakes and a camper with an outlook towards the sunset. The work varied a lot and never got… read more
13 mai. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Maxi)
Maxine is a true rare gem and I was terribly sad to see her go, but we have continued to stay in touch because she really is an amazing person. She harvested and dried herbs, fed the animals, worked in the garden, cooked and did housework, she is intelligent and has so much experience from all of her travels that she can talk about many things and… read more
(Excelente
)
16 mai. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Ulrich) para o anfitrião
Last October, I stayed around four weeks at Patrick's and Valencia's beautiful farm. Surrounded by forests, acres and grassland, they raise animals in a very sustainable and ecological way.
I liked that the work was a little bit of everything: From feeding the animals in the morning, to chopping firewood, doing small repairs, helping Patrick and… read more
I liked that the work was a little bit of everything: From feeding the animals in the morning, to chopping firewood, doing small repairs, helping Patrick and… read more
13 mai. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Ulrich)
I’m very late leaving this review but I wanted to be sure that we shared how happy we were with Uli’s stay. He is an intelligent, considerate helper that was more than willing to work hard and put in effort on any task we had, plus he is able to have conversations about world events and other interesting topics. We were extremely satisfied with… read more
(Excelente
)
13 mai. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Emer)
Emer came with her friend Anna in the summer of 2023 and we immediately connected. She was a hard worker and not afraid of feeding the pigs or being around the cows. She worked hard, never complained and was such a pleasure to be around. She is very strong and intelligent and could quickly jump in and help out. I would gladly host her again… read more
(Excelente
)
16 jan. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Emer) para o anfitrião
Can't believe we left it so long to write this! My best friend Anna and I stayed with Patrick and Valencia for a month during the summer and we had an amazing time! This was our second workaway and first-time solo travelling and Patrick and Valencia made it very fun. A lot of our time was spent with Patrick who taught us pretty much everything and… read more
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(5.0)
Intercâmbio cultural:
(4.9)
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(4.9)
21 mai. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Maxi) para o anfitrião
Valencia and Patrick are kind and open-hearted and always ready to share their knowledge, experiences, time and most importantly their beautiful home - that became a home to me as well. I was taken care off like a queen with delicious shared meals, home-made cakes and a camper with an outlook towards the sunset. The work varied a lot and never got… read more
13 mai. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Maxi)
Maxine is a true rare gem and I was terribly sad to see her go, but we have continued to stay in touch because she really is an amazing person. She harvested and dried herbs, fed the animals, worked in the garden, cooked and did housework, she is intelligent and has so much experience from all of her travels that she can talk about many things and… read more
(Excelente)
16 mai. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Ulrich) para o anfitrião
Last October, I stayed around four weeks at Patrick's and Valencia's beautiful farm. Surrounded by forests, acres and grassland, they raise animals in a very sustainable and ecological way.
I liked that the work was a little bit of everything: From feeding the animals in the morning, to chopping firewood, doing small repairs, helping Patrick and… read more
I liked that the work was a little bit of everything: From feeding the animals in the morning, to chopping firewood, doing small repairs, helping Patrick and… read more
13 mai. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Ulrich)
I’m very late leaving this review but I wanted to be sure that we shared how happy we were with Uli’s stay. He is an intelligent, considerate helper that was more than willing to work hard and put in effort on any task we had, plus he is able to have conversations about world events and other interesting topics. We were extremely satisfied with… read more
(Excelente)
13 mai. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Emer)
Emer came with her friend Anna in the summer of 2023 and we immediately connected. She was a hard worker and not afraid of feeding the pigs or being around the cows. She worked hard, never complained and was such a pleasure to be around. She is very strong and intelligent and could quickly jump in and help out. I would gladly host her again… read more
(Excelente)
16 jan. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Emer) para o anfitrião
Can't believe we left it so long to write this! My best friend Anna and I stayed with Patrick and Valencia for a month during the summer and we had an amazing time! This was our second workaway and first-time solo travelling and Patrick and Valencia made it very fun. A lot of our time was spent with Patrick who taught us pretty much everything and… read more
13 mai. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Barbara)
I’m am very late in leaving this review but Barbara is worth mentioning. She might be small but she is not afraid of hard work! She helped with a variety of jobs and was a positive and fun person to have around. If you get a chance to host her I highly recommend it.
(Excelente)
23 abr. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Laetitia)
We had an excellent experience with her for the 2 weeks. She helped with housework, dinner, walked the dogs regularly, and planted dozens of seeds in our greenhouse and then took good care of them while I was at work. We were very happy with her overall.
(Excelente)
19 mar. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Pia & Per-Ole) para o anfitrião
We planned to stay for a few weeks and ended up at this amazing farm for more than two months. We arrived in November and had a very warm welcome in our trailer right next to the friendly pigs. Patrick and Valencia were very kind hosts and made us feel like home from the first day. We really enjoyed learning about farm work from Patrick, cooking… read more
29 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Pia & Per-Ole)
This is a sweet young couple who may seem inexperienced from lack of feedback, but they are more than what they seem! They arrived end of Nov and had planned on staying only 2 weeks. But we immediately connected and I felt that they had alot to share and show us. Their previous experience includes a WWOOF stay in North Bay before coming to our… read more
(Excelente)
22 nov. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Lennard) para o anfitrião
I stayed with Patrick and Valencia for more than 2 months in Fall and had a great first experince as a workawayer.
The Farm is a great place to learn about,- and experience Farm life with all it's ups and downs and to implement and improve skills like gardening or building.
Staying on the farm for a couple of months also brings the chance of… read more
The Farm is a great place to learn about,- and experience Farm life with all it's ups and downs and to implement and improve skills like gardening or building.
Staying on the farm for a couple of months also brings the chance of… read more
20 nov. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Eleonore & Florian)
We loved having them in our home and wish it had been for longer. They helped pick 20 liters of strawberries and make jam, slice and freeze dry them, deep cleaned the house regularly, did all the chores the way we asked, and had wonderful personalities. It was a joy and we would gladly have them back anytime! You won’t be disappointed!
(Excelente)
5 nov. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Eleonore & Florian) para o anfitrião
We stayed at Patrick's place for 1 month at the beginning of summer. We had a great experience discovering farm life.
Patrick and Valencia are really fun and respectful, animals are amazing. The RV is perfectly clean and comfortable for a couple.
The food is really good, local and organic.
The work is split into two parts, on the one hand feeding… read more
Patrick and Valencia are really fun and respectful, animals are amazing. The RV is perfectly clean and comfortable for a couple.
The food is really good, local and organic.
The work is split into two parts, on the one hand feeding… read more
9 jan. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (David & Nancy) para o anfitrião
As soon as we arrived at the farm, we felt at home. Patrick and Valencia's welcome was warm and the conversations we had were always engaging. At the end of the day, sitting and chatting with Valencia about anything, from the 4th dimension to our life experiences , was a safe, friendly space to explore different ideas. Sitting around the table,… read more
10 mai. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Kia & Bryngeir) para o anfitrião
My boyfriend and I stayed 3 weeks with Patrick and valencia.
We absolutely loved the Canadian winter experience ! Very open and friendly people, hard working and easy going.
They have 5 beautiful dogs we really enjoyed walking them around their massive farm lands and of course chilling with them by the indoor fire.
Best bacon we ever had in our… read more
We absolutely loved the Canadian winter experience ! Very open and friendly people, hard working and easy going.
They have 5 beautiful dogs we really enjoyed walking them around their massive farm lands and of course chilling with them by the indoor fire.
Best bacon we ever had in our… read more
28 jan. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Melanie)
Melanie is a wonderful person who is very open to ideas and having conversations about the world and society and life! She was quiet at first but had no problem jumping right in and cleaning, helping with chores and was a fast learner. Our 5 dogs loved her and I'm sure miss her pets :)
We would highly recommend her to any host. She is welcome… read more
We would highly recommend her to any host. She is welcome… read more
(Excelente)
28 jan. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Melanie) para o anfitrião
I spent 3 weeks at the farm after my road trip across Canada. I was comfortable & warm in my bedroom or watching TV and movies after great dinners with Patrick and Valencia. I enjoyed feeding & giving water to the cows, pigs, goats, chickens, cats and dogs. I loved keeping the 5 dogs company and joining them for walks through the woods on the 160… read more
26 jan. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Nicole)
Nicole was exactly the person we needed at our farm and she jumped right in without needing much direction. She has great initiative and did cleaning jobs willingly, gave our dogs lots of attention, and was easy to get along with and super nice. She has a great personality and works hard. We highly recommend her at your place!
(Excelente)
24 jan. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Nicole) para o anfitrião
Valencia and Patrick are amazing hosts and I had the best time staying with them and their animals! Each morning I woke up to feed/water the cows, pigs, goats, cats, and chickens, which I enjoyed so much. I had no prior experience with farm work and these guys made me feel super comfortable learning and trying new things. The rest of the day was… read more
11 set. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Alan) para o anfitrião
I've said it a million times and I'll say it again: Coming here was the best decision I've ever made!
Patrick and Valencia are two of the realest, kindest, most amazing human beings I've had the honor and privilege of meeting. I've learned the world from them through our work and deep conversations, and I've returned home with so many lessons and… read more
Patrick and Valencia are two of the realest, kindest, most amazing human beings I've had the honor and privilege of meeting. I've learned the world from them through our work and deep conversations, and I've returned home with so many lessons and… read more
3 set. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Alan)
Alan is a kind and gentle soul that was genuinely happy to be here. It took him a few weeks to really relax and settle in, but it was his first volunteer experience so we figured that would happen. But when he did settle in he became one of the hardest working guys we've had thru here. He took initiative and kept busy, always helped without… read more
(Excelente)
2 jun. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Manvir)
Aviso: o workawayer cancelou a estadia ou não apareceu de última hora
(O Workawayer cancelou de última hora / ausente)
25 mai. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Omar)
Omar was a very considerate, respectful and quiet individual that listened and cleaned up after himself. He had no problem doing any of the jobs we asked him to do, including planting hundreds of onions in 35'C weather (but hey, he's from Egypt, he can stand the heat lol).
It took him a few weeks to settle in and get comfortable, but in the end… read more
It took him a few weeks to settle in and get comfortable, but in the end… read more
(Excelente)
25 mai. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Omar) para o anfitrião
This farm was a dream come true for me! I enjoyed feeding the animals in the morning, cats, pigs, chicken, cows, and taking the dogs for a walk. After that, I got to work on different tasks/projects depending on the day; I enjoyed gardening and wood work, it was a fulfilling and rewarding experience. I spent some time playing with baby goats and… read more
6 mai. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Jessica) para o anfitrião
it was my first Workaway experience, I could not have asked for a better one. The place is full of challenging and fun activities. Taking care of the animal chores was a highlight. Walking the best pack of dogos and playing and wrestling with the goats has grown my love for farm animals. I think there are few workaways that will offer so much to… read more
14 abr. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Marion) para o anfitrião
The ''farm''ily is just the perfect workaway. It is a place where:
- You learn;
- You have fun;
- You make friends;
- You feel this great sense of family;
- You discover new perspectives, new horizons.
I think the secret of Valencia's and Patrick's recipe for running such a peaceful and great place is flexibility and listening.
You can talk… read more
- You learn;
- You have fun;
- You make friends;
- You feel this great sense of family;
- You discover new perspectives, new horizons.
I think the secret of Valencia's and Patrick's recipe for running such a peaceful and great place is flexibility and listening.
You can talk… read more
22 mar. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Marion)
Marion is amazing! Need we say more???
She was such a big help getting all of our receipts ready for the accountant, she spent hours on the laptop inputting all of the data and is super organized. She sewed things for us, cleaned the house, walked the dogs everyday which helps out us out alot. She had no problem getting outside and working with… read more
She was such a big help getting all of our receipts ready for the accountant, she spent hours on the laptop inputting all of the data and is super organized. She sewed things for us, cleaned the house, walked the dogs everyday which helps out us out alot. She had no problem getting outside and working with… read more
(Excelente)
10 abr. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Nayan)
Nayan...., what a wonderful human being. She is an example of a truly kind soul, one who cares about others and genuinely wants to help and be useful in any way that you need her to be. She has become a true friend, and is always welcome on our farm. Let me tell you about our experience(s) with her, because she has been to our farm 4 times now and… read more
(Excelente)
9 abr. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Nayan) para o anfitrião
Where. To. Even. Start.
I first stayed with the host in the summer of 2020 when my friend spontaneously asked me to go to some farm with him for few weeks. Little did I know then how much I'd come to love the place. In the year since then I've returned 3 separate times and its become my my home away from home; a sanctuary for when I get sick and… read more
I first stayed with the host in the summer of 2020 when my friend spontaneously asked me to go to some farm with him for few weeks. Little did I know then how much I'd come to love the place. In the year since then I've returned 3 separate times and its become my my home away from home; a sanctuary for when I get sick and… read more
22 mar. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (DanTinz91)
What can we say about Danny.....he is your classic Irish with an insane sense of humor, but we love him anyways lol. He is not one to shy away from hard work. We put him thru many long and difficult tasks, from wrangling pigs (quite literally) to tedious drywall work and so much more. He never complained no matter how long the day was, and is one… read more
(Excelente)
22 mar. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (DanTinz91) para o anfitrião
BEST EXPERIENCE OF MY LIFE!!!
I stayed on the farm for 4 months. Its an amazing place and I enjoyed every minute of my stay. Patrick and Valencia are wonderful people with an incredible amount of knowledge about farming and life in general. They both have a fantastic sense of hummer which makes evening meals an endless laugh. The atmosphere on… read more
I stayed on the farm for 4 months. Its an amazing place and I enjoyed every minute of my stay. Patrick and Valencia are wonderful people with an incredible amount of knowledge about farming and life in general. They both have a fantastic sense of hummer which makes evening meals an endless laugh. The atmosphere on… read more
27 nov. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Kevin) para o anfitrião
I enjoyed my first WorkAway experience at Patrick and Valencia's place very much!
Originally, I planned to stay for a month but ended up staying for ~6 weeks.
The time at Patrick and Valencia's place was one of many new inputs, lots of learning and honest work. I really enjoyed it, the things I learned, having you around, the puppies and lately… read more
Originally, I planned to stay for a month but ended up staying for ~6 weeks.
The time at Patrick and Valencia's place was one of many new inputs, lots of learning and honest work. I really enjoyed it, the things I learned, having you around, the puppies and lately… read more
20 nov. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Robert & Ayleesha)
This couple may not have had alot of outdoor skills, but their enthusiasm made up for it. They listened well, showed interest and were willing to try anything. Rob has good skills with tools, and helped out a great deal with construction. Ali kept the house clean and made sure things were tidy.
We would certainly host them again without question!… read more
We would certainly host them again without question!… read more
(Excelente)
19 nov. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Robert & Ayleesha) para o anfitrião
This was our first workaway experience and we couldn't have asked for a better one! We stayed for a month and it's true what their profile says, you will want to stay for longer!! The days consisted of many different tasks such as feeding the animals, walking the dogs, building in the workshop, gardening and so much more! Every day was different!… read more
13 out. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Michael & Kathryn)
There is much to say about this adorable couple, who clearly have a love of life, nature, and each other! They were a blast to have around, mostly because Michael was always running around like the flash, and Katy was engaging us in serious conversations. They helped out in every area, from cooking and cleaning, to designing a renovation of our… read more
(Excelente)
10 out. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Michael & Kathryn) para o anfitrião
This was our first Workaway and it was a great experience!
Patrick and Valencia were very open to teaching us all kinds of new things and we learned a lot, like how to mill lumber from logs, wrangle pigs, and work with electric fences. The other volunteers were very friendly and we really enjoyed cooking and eating delicious food (meat!) together… read more
Patrick and Valencia were very open to teaching us all kinds of new things and we learned a lot, like how to mill lumber from logs, wrangle pigs, and work with electric fences. The other volunteers were very friendly and we really enjoyed cooking and eating delicious food (meat!) together… read more
13 out. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Corey)
Although Corey didn't stay long (due to allergies) he was very helpful while he was here.
He jumped right in and lent a hand where it was needed, both outside and in the kitchen as well.
He was pleasant, intelligent and respectful. He got along well with the other helpers and participated in games with us.
We would gladly host him again! Thanks… read more
He jumped right in and lent a hand where it was needed, both outside and in the kitchen as well.
He was pleasant, intelligent and respectful. He got along well with the other helpers and participated in games with us.
We would gladly host him again! Thanks… read more
(Excelente)
11 set. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Corey) para o anfitrião
This was my first Workaway experience and I’m glad that I picked this place of all the options. Unfortunately, I didn’t stay for as long as I planned to, but I still learned a lot during my time here. Patrick is easygoing and straightforward, and although he was often busy, he took his time to teach us different skills with patience. The work… read more
24 jul. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Ambra) para o anfitrião
MY CANADIAN HOME!
This is the best farm I've ever stayed. I stayed the first time for two months (yes the FIRST time), it was so hard to leave them because the really became so good friends and even more than that: they became my family!
I was traveling in Montreal when Covid hit and Valencia and Patrick said immediately I should come back home.… read more
This is the best farm I've ever stayed. I stayed the first time for two months (yes the FIRST time), it was so hard to leave them because the really became so good friends and even more than that: they became my family!
I was traveling in Montreal when Covid hit and Valencia and Patrick said immediately I should come back home.… read more
19 jul. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Shyam) para o anfitrião
This farm was my first workaway experience and I couldn't have asked for a better host. Patrick and Valencia are kind, funny, patient, accommodating and very knowledgeable. I felt right at home on the Dutchmen (camping trailer), and the views out of the trailer was something I looked forward to each morning.
I've always lived in cities and had a… read more
I've always lived in cities and had a… read more
27 jun. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Shyam)
We welcomed Shyam into our home knowing he had little to no experience in this type of manual labour...but by the time he left we couldn't have been happier with the experience we had with him. He has a great sense of humor and so became good friends with a bunk mate that he had just met, because it is easy to like him. He is fun to be around yet… read more
(Excelente)
14 jul. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Hannah)
Hannah was a very bubbly, energetic girl who was always eager to help with dinner and willing to learn new cooking skills. She regularly did vacuuming and laundry for us without being asked, and helped keep the household tidy and clean.
She has a great personality and was excited by life. She walked dogs, chased cows, drove the big manual… read more
She has a great personality and was excited by life. She walked dogs, chased cows, drove the big manual… read more
(Excelente)
4 jun. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Hannah) para o anfitrião
My time at the Farm was amazing! I loved to stay with you guys and enjoyed every second being outside or inside and going on adventures.
Patrick taught me so much while doing work outside. I learned a lot about the different animal species, as well as the different breeds. Valencia showed me the importance of wild flowers and herbs, as well using… read more
Patrick taught me so much while doing work outside. I learned a lot about the different animal species, as well as the different breeds. Valencia showed me the importance of wild flowers and herbs, as well using… read more
27 jun. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Luka)
Every once in awhile someone special comes thru our farm and these 2 boys are it. We are sad to see them go, because not only do they have an amazing work ethic, but they are such a pleasure to be around.
They are both considerate, kind and friendly guys who enjoy fishing, nature and learning everything that we could throw their way! They… read more
They are both considerate, kind and friendly guys who enjoy fishing, nature and learning everything that we could throw their way! They… read more
(Excelente)
27 jun. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Leonardo)
Leo was a great worker to have around. His english leaves something to be desired, but he tried hard to understand instructions and always asked for clarification.
He is shy at first but once he opens up he is hilarious, kind, and brings joy and laughter to the farm.
He works hard, tackles challenges and built us so many wonderful things! We… read more
He is shy at first but once he opens up he is hilarious, kind, and brings joy and laughter to the farm.
He works hard, tackles challenges and built us so many wonderful things! We… read more
(Excelente)
1 mai. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Eva)
What can we say about Eva? AMAZING. She is truly a lovely, kind respectful person who was such a help in all areas of the farm, including housework, cooking, and of course all her baking she did :) She was VERY popular amongst the other helpers lol.
We were sad to see her go....she just jumped right in and grabbed a broom, helped wrangle cows,… read more
We were sad to see her go....she just jumped right in and grabbed a broom, helped wrangle cows,… read more
(Excelente)
11 mar. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Letizia) para o anfitrião
It was amazing.
I don't even know how to start but many thanks to Patrick and Valencia for giving me the chance to be with you.
It was my first farming experience and it couldn't have been better. I loved their humor, felt very comfortable and after the first five minutes meeting them I had a feeling of "having arrived home“, 5-stars!! I was… read more
I don't even know how to start but many thanks to Patrick and Valencia for giving me the chance to be with you.
It was my first farming experience and it couldn't have been better. I loved their humor, felt very comfortable and after the first five minutes meeting them I had a feeling of "having arrived home“, 5-stars!! I was… read more
28 jan. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Paul)
Paul was a pleasure to have around. He was quiet, super helpful, smart, taught us things about Germany and was able to discuss world issues, he helped with everything we asked of him, and he even left for December then came back for another 3 weeks in January after being with us for the whole month of November!
He was respectful and… read more
He was respectful and… read more
(Excelente)
22 nov. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Chris & Magali ) para o anfitrião
It was my first Workaway experience and it was amazing!
Valencia and Patrick are very kind and friendly people and their organic Farm is beautiful. I liked their concept and how they are leading the farm. I could learn so much and could grow day by day. The work was very different and I felt good to get responsibility. I could work with the… read more
Valencia and Patrick are very kind and friendly people and their organic Farm is beautiful. I liked their concept and how they are leading the farm. I could learn so much and could grow day by day. The work was very different and I felt good to get responsibility. I could work with the… read more
16 nov. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Penny)
Penny was a dream come true for us. She loved organizing and would jump right in cleaning and moving things around, and got the house whipped into shape and kept it tidy. The dishes were always done, kitchen always clean, and she even helped rearrange the furniture as requested.
She cooked beautiful meals and was conscious of the vegetarians in… read more
She cooked beautiful meals and was conscious of the vegetarians in… read more
(Excelente)
10 nov. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Penny) para o anfitrião
Patrick and Valencia make it so easy to choose 5 stars. In fact, if there was an option to give an infinite number of stars, I would. Thank you so much for accepting my very short notice request and thank you so much for understanding.
Where will I start......
Firstly, I'll start with the hosts...Patrick and Valencia. They truly are the cats… read more
Where will I start......
Firstly, I'll start with the hosts...Patrick and Valencia. They truly are the cats… read more
9 nov. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Hannah)
We were so sad to see you leave today :-( but I think the dogs will mostly be sad you are gone because of all the love you gave them lol. And I better not find Misty in any of your photos in Saskatchewan ;-)
You were super hard working, always up for whatever we asked of you, and many times you cooked dinner without being asked and it was always… read more
You were super hard working, always up for whatever we asked of you, and many times you cooked dinner without being asked and it was always… read more
(Excelente)
9 nov. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Hannah) para o anfitrião
What a wonderful farmstay I had with you! It was the ultimate farm-experience and it never got boring. We moved cows and pigs, I saw baby kittens, piglets and newborn calfs, cuddled so much lovely dogs, drove Truck and Quad and went tobaggaing in canadian snow! Patrick and Valencia offer an awesome place to stay with varied work which is in my… read more
13 out. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Sandra)
Sandra was an amazing girl to host for and we were sad to see her go! She was ready to try anything we threw at her including hard manual labour like pounding in posts, to picking tomatoes and helping with supper. She was eager to learn, quick to catch on, and a really friendly, funny girl. She got along great with our other workaways and with the… read more
(Excelente)
13 out. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Sandra) para o anfitrião
I had an amazing time on the farm and could learn so much about cows, fencing, cooking, chicken, pigs, gardening and life. No day was the same! I fed animals, drove a lot ATV (amazing), drove with the pick up, did fencing, cleaning, harvesting and sawing wood. It was a pleasure to work for and especially with Patrick and Valencia, who are very… read more
7 set. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Hannah)
Hannah was such a pleasure to have that we wanted her to stay much much longer! She was our first Workawayer and she taught us how to schedule chores, and gave advice and info from other places she stayed at. Her help was superb. She takes the initiative and just dives right in, especially at the Night Market where she single-handedly rolled 350+… read more
(Excelente)
5 set. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Hannah) para o anfitrião
I just finished a two week stay with Patrick, Valencia and all their animals! My time on the farm was so enjoyable that I tried to change my flight plans to stay another week but was unfortunately unable to do so. On the farm there is plenty of work to be done. In the mornings I would get up and have breakfast, take the dogs for a walk, feed the… read more
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