Western Ranch Experiences at our Rustic Holistic Retreat Center

Help a sustainable project: 17 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: 19 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with international travelers: 13 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

30h

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.

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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What you get

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.

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.

Holistic Therapies: You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

Verified Host: This host has been verified by our team before joining the community.

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Availability

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Jan

Stay at least: 2 weeks

Stay up to: 4 weeks

The Experience

Join the Wildhorse Team at our secluded Ranch, chores would includes: Clearing hiking and riding trails, fencing, General yard work. Gardening: planting and harvesting fruits and veggies, eating fresh from the garden in growing season, Opportunities to walk and talk with our herd, leaning the language of energy and Equus. Lots of outdoor work that varies with the weather. Helping with guests, cleaning cabins, food prep, catching horses etc.

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Requirements

Fluent English or Fluent English
Over 19 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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UN Sustainable Development Goals

Join the host in pursuit of these goals and contribute to building a better and more sustainable future for all.

Good health and well-being

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages

Responsible consumption and production

Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.

Life on land

Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems.

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21 Reviews

4.0

Host & Team

4.0

Hours & Tasks

4.0

Holistic Center

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

19 Get in touch with nature
13 Meeting international travelers
10 Learning about sustainability
10 Immersing in the local culture
9 Practicing English
9 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

16 15. Life on land
11 3. Good health and well-being
9 12. Responsible consumption and production

Jenna

Australia

I had a great time! Diane and Bear were very welcoming and shared so much of their knowledge with us. the Center is so peaceful and a true opportunity to unwind and connect with nature. The horses themselves are beautiful and you can see the love and compassion Diane and Bear show for them. I truly enjoyed my stay here and hope to be back soon.

10 months ago

Rani

Belgium

The hosts were absolutely fantastic and made us feel right at home from the start. They were incredibly supportive and went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. If you're curious, they share a wealth of knowledge, making the stay even more enriching. The location exudes tranquility and is the perfect spot for some serious relaxation. We had two unforgettable weeks here, during which I truly felt like I recharged my soul. Saying goodbye to Diane and Bear was hard, and I still think about them and their beautiful place every day.

11 months ago

Bo

Belgium

We had an amazing experience with Diane and Bear. We loved working with them and there was a mutual respect and understanding between us, which was so nice. We loved our stay and we're already looking forward to coming back 😊 If you're willing to work and put the effort in, you'll have an amazing time with Diane and Bear. I truly appreciate everything they've done for us 🥰

12 months ago

Hollie

United Kingdom

The most incredible experience, Diane and Bear are both truly amazing people who made me feel at home from day one. All of the horses are so wonderful to work with and I loved learning all about their story's. Day to day work was enjoyable and exactly as Diane advertised and was always appreciated by Diane, I've been able to make friends for life through this trip and also gained a home away from home with Diane and bear. I can't thank them enough for this opportunity and welcoming me into their beautiful home🤍

12 months ago

Malin

Norway

I had an amazing time at the Center! Diane is an amazing host, and made us feel so welcome. Housing was cozy and charming, we were well fed and the work was fun. the Center is a beautifull place and I wish I stayed for longer. Diane and Bear have truly made a magical space here. I would recommend this work exchange over and over again, and would love to go back one day! I am very thankfull for getting the opportunity to stay and for the kindness that was shown to me at the Center.

12 months ago

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