Experience life on a Hebridean Island, Apiaries, Beekeeping

Stati Uniti

5

Bees!! A couple cuddly cats, and two lil dogs! I had a wonderful time at the home. Val and Graham are very kind and heavily integrated in the local community. So long as you listen and ask questions you will learn a great deal about bee keeping and its practices. Graham is an expert beekeeper, making on the spot decisions depending on weather, hive behavior, and intuition coming from much experience. This presents fantastic learning for a volunteer. I also had the privilege of cooking a few meals for the pair and company. I greatly enjoyed my experience at the home, and look forward to visiting.

3 mesi fa

Stati Uniti

5

My time on the Isle of Coll was amazing! Val & Graham are the best hosts and love to include you in every part of their life. They introduced me to so many locals and ensured I was able to participate in all community events. After hitchhiking on a tractor, swimming in the freezing ocean, hiking over sand dunes, running in a half marathon, dancing at a Ceilidh, and learning everything there is to know about beekeeping, this island truly feels like a second home (even in just two short weeks).

4 mesi fa

Stati Uniti

5

This has been an incredible experience. While I learned SO MUCH about bees, Val and Graham made the experience. They are some of the kindest, most generous, most welcoming people I've ever met. I am in a transitional period in my life, and they were understanding and kind when I felt overwhelmed at the prospect of my future. They gave me clothes to work in when what I had wasn't quite good enough, and they opened their home to me. The cabin I stayed in was so nice and private, and I loved all the animals around the farm. Again, this was an incredible experience and I hope to visit again soon☺️

4 mesi fa

Valentina ha risposto

Thanks so much Suzanne, I am sorry my departure was so rushed 💚

Canada

5

Coll is a fantastic little place and Val and Graham are so welcoming and hospitable. The bee work is interesting and Graham really knows his stuff. The island is quiet but there's no shortage of interesting characters and stories, and there are opportunities to go out and meet people often. It's a refreshing and peaceful place where you can slow down and learn to live more simply. I recommend the experience to anyone and I look forward to going back again in the future!

7 mesi fa

Valentina ha risposto

Thank you so much Ethan 💓

Australia

5

Thank you so much to Val and Graham!! Despite being with them in the off season, I was still able to engage with the bees and work on the product labelling/soap making which I enjoyed! Both of them took me under their wing as family straight away showing me around Coll, hanging out with the locals at different town events and visiting family and friends in the island. I look forward to coming back in the summer to see the flip side of Coll and get more hands on with the bees! In the meantime I'll miss our family movie nights, delicious meals, crazy weather and cat cuddles from Toto 🥰

circa 1 anno fa

Valentina ha risposto

Awww Maddie 🥰

Colombia

5

Muchas gracias a Graham y Val por recibirnos en su casa y hacernos parte de su familia. Isla de Coll es un lugar para desconectarse de todo y disfrutar de la tranquilidad. regularmente dabamos paseos en las hermosas playas. El trabajo de apicultura fue genial, aprendimos y disfrutamos mucho. Logramos compartir con locales, sus costumbres, gastronomia y su hospitalidad.

circa 1 anno fa

Valentina ha risposto

Hi Dago Mauricio,
Thank you so much for all your help and for being such fantastic company, we loved hosting you and Sandra, keep in touch, lots of love xxx

Colombia

5

Val y Graham son muy amables, se preocuparon por nuestra comodidad, nos hospedamos en la casa pero apartamento independiente, muy confortable, el trabajo fue principalmente con las abejitas, nos proporcionaron todo el equipo para trabajar, Graham ama sus abejas y estuvo feliz de enseñarnos, ayudamos a realizar productos derivados de la miel, también pintamos, tuvimos la oportunidad de realizar paseos en bicicleta y asistir a una fiesta organizada por el centro comunitario, así pudimos compartir con las personas en la isla, fue una experiencia maravillosa

circa 1 anno fa

Valentina ha risposto

Hi Sandra Carolina,
Thanks so much for being our volunteer, it was such a great experience hosting you and Mauricio, please keep in touch, you are family now! xxx

Nuova Zelanda

5

I cannot praise Val and Graham enough. They are so welcoming, friendly, positive, and kind people, that make you feel a part of the family. I wish I could have stayed longer! They are amazing teachers too when it comes to the bees as well, and it was really informative and interesting helping them out. The accomodation is lovely, and the Isle of Coll is a pretty wee island with friendly locals that I would recommend anyone to visit. This was my first world packers experience, one I highly doubt will ever be topped :)

più di 1 anno fa

Messico

5

Val and Graham are one of if not the most welcoming people I've ever met.. from the moment you step foot on the island they will receive you with a warm welcome, tea and lots of biscuits and of course an incredible natural landscape away from the turmoil of the city. The tasks were incredibly easy and light as far as time is concerned.. so you have lots of time to explore , surf or bike \ hike around the island. Do not hesitate just apply :)

più di 1 anno fa

Valentina ha risposto

Dear Kerim,
Thank you so much for choosing us for your project.
I thought I had reviewed you but not sure it went through, will need to check
You made a really positive impact and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay here with us,
You are part of the family now, we will welcome you back dear one xxx 😊❤

Denmark

5

My first experience volunteering with Worldpackers was unforgettable, thanks to Val and Graham's incredible hospitality. Their kindness and warmth made me feel right at home, and I'm already planning my next visit. Even though graham had to leave early, I still enjoyed the beework, the travel stories from him and the jokes. I spend most of my time with Val, Maya, Toto, and Droco. Val is incredibly at creating a cozy atmosphere, whether through soap-making, binge-watching our favorite show, having visitors, exploring the incredible nature or visiting the community. Can't wait to come back❤️

più di 1 anno fa

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