Riverfront Farm Gardens

Hello! I am thrilled to host you as a volunteer. Pleasant host in her late 60's is easygoing with interest in people.

There is nothing difficult about the tasks that I need help with. Two acres of land: farm and garden and lawn. I need help with tasks that require two or more people. Some - but not a lot - heavy lifting of rock, dirt/soil, branches pruned off trees. Garden carts can be heavily loaded and be heavy to move. Most tasks are outdoors. On hot days, we may work indoors part of the day, or outdoor tasks are completed in the morning or later afternoon after sun intensity is gone. Daylight lasts from 5 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. in June - August.

My house and property are pleasant, comfortable, spacious and very safe. Volunteers have own bedroom and bathroom and use of kitchen and everywhere else except others' private rooms. Cook and work and socialize together. Plan ahead for the duration of stay to maximize use of time exploring outdoors - all the island offers.

Ample parking if you have a car, motorbike, trailer, camper or motorhome. Secure bike storage for bikes and gear.

Somass River is across the street. I am working on making the riverfront section safe and easier to access. Swimming at Sproat Lake or in the Somass River, using my neighbour's access to the river. The community uses this access to swim in the river on hot days.

On advance notice, assuming you arrive by airplane or ferry, I can help you get here from the Nanaimo ferry or airport.

TYPICAL OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE
Exploring the RAINFOREST TRAIL near Tofino and the LIGHTHOUSE TRAIL in Ucluelet are two things you "must-do" while you are on Vancouver Island! Here’s why:

Location : 90-MINUTE drive from Port Alberni, RAINFOREST TRAIL is part of the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. LIGHTHOUSE TRAIL is part of a trail built by local residents in Ucluelet and is well-manicured across the 10 km.

Trail Details: The Rainforest Trail is made up of two loops (A and B), each about 1 km long. The paths are easy to walk with wooden boardwalks and stairs, making it great for all ages. The Lighthouse Trail is similar but out on the coast, above rocks and ocean surf, with spectacular views.

What You’ll See: The Rainforest Trail - Walk among ancient cedar and hemlock trees that are over 800 years old! The forest is covered in thick moss, ferns, and other green plants that make you feel like you’re in another world. The Lighthouse Trail is similar but out on the coast, above rocks and ocean surf, with spectacular views.

Host is a retired lawyer and judge. Knee injury is slowing my pace and ability to hike, garden. Relocated to small town to "connect" and enrich life, and find "community" amid the wonders of Vancouver Island. Respect is the key to mutual homestay success and having a sense of adventure and commitment to the experience helps. Pleasant host in her late 60's is easygoing with interest in people. Cook and work and socialize together. Plan ahead for the duration of stay to maximize use of time exploring outdoors - all the island offers. Volunteers have own bedroom and bathroom and use of kitchen and everywhere else except others' private rooms. Ample parking. Two acres of space.