Profile Page

Information
Details
Skills Needed

Error while saving...

Introduction: There are three acres of Kikuyu grass which we are gradually taming and planting out with a mix of trees and ground cover plants to create a Syntropic food forest. Wetness is a problem for some of the year so stout footwear and rainwear will be needed. We do also have drought from about late January until April/May.
This is my 11th year here. Most of the help needed is in controlling the rampant grass and chopping in situ compost plants, spreading compost, digging for planting young trees and some fence/constructions. Some chainsaw pruning and harvesting too. A little housework, such as cleaning windows or washing tile floors if the weather is too bad to work outside. Experience with a 2 stroke engine weed whacker and/or small chainsaw would be great!
This is physical, sometimes grubby work so may not appeal to everyone!; Save Exit without saving
General Information: Although my property is near a main road it is very peaceful and natural. We try to modify what exists so that we can harvest good food without being too obvious.; Save Exit without saving

Number of people that can be accommodated	How many people can you accommodate at one time? /250 Up to four people. I have a Queen bed plus a double air bed. Save Exit without saving
Preferred minimum stay	Some hosts like to have a minimum stay so the volunteer has time to settle in a learn the routines and rhythms of your property /250 I prefer one week initially. Can be flexible. Save Exit without saving
Preferred length of stay	Some hosts find it helpful to specify how long the stay should generally be. Of course you can extend this once you and your guest find that things are working out well. /250 Depending on how we get on, up to two weeks. Am open to return visits. Save Exit without saving
Accommodation	Describe the accommodation volunteers will stay in. /250 A double queen bed plus a double airbed in a modern self contained cottage with tiled floor. Restricted water use may be necessary from late December until April. Save Exit without saving
Organic Principles	Describe the organic and sustainable aspects of your property. /250 No chemicals, or sprays other than those approved by organic growers. Natural processes such as harvesting rain fall, composting, septic sewerage system, utilizing own poultry manure. Establishing Syntropic food forest. Respect for all forms of life. Save Exit without saving
Able to accommodate children	Children - Maybe
Diet	Describe the types of diets that you have in your home. /250 We produce and eat meat. I am gluten and lactose intolerant so can cater for similar. Save Exit without saving Vegetarian? - Yes
Property size	How many hectares is your property? /45 1.4 ha or 3.5 acres. Save Exit without saving
Hours	How many hours a day do volunteers usually do? /250 3-4 hours per day, although I tend to go by completed jobs. If it is finished early I am happy. Save Exit without saving
Special instructions	Add any special instructions that volunteers need to know. /250 This is a non smoking household. While we do not usually drink alcohol we do not mind if others do in moderation. I have a re-homed Swedish Vallhund bitch. While she barks at strangers she becomes friendly quickly and most people get fond of her. Save Exit without saving

Skills: Ability to observe and see when something is not working. Careful use of tools and machinery. A genuine interest in Permaculture and caring for the environment. A sense of fair play and honest exchange.
Save

Error while saving...

Carpentry/Building

Propagation

Pruning

Fencing

Mechanical

Conservation

Gardening

DIY/Maintenance

Engineering

Water Care

Animal Care

Landscaping

Equestrian

Dairy

Agriculture

Bee Keeping

unfiltered

wants to learn

can offer (automatically saved)

WWOOF New Zealand

Edit