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150 Mile House
All Year: Yes
Area (ha): 32 hectares (80 acres)
Persons: up to 4 in summer
Category: Organic Farmstay
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Host ID: 7127
Region: BC, Northern
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Last Updated: February 28, 2013
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15km of gravel road ends at our farm of woods, meadows and gardens near Williams Lake, BC. Road's End was the dream of Terri and Chris, two friends who both grew up in this area, spent ten or so years in various cities around Vancouver before deciding we wanted to get out of cities for good. We volunteered on farms around BC before returning to where I was born to begin our own farm.
Christopher has moved on to other pursuits (but is still a valuable friend and resource), and I, Terri will be running the business on my own this year! This will be my fifth growing season. I am a woman in my early thirties, and I am excited to be running the farm on my own this year. My partner, Curtis works seven days on and then has seven days off and will be helping around the farm when he is home. We are here because we want to do our small part to help heal our planet.
Our garden is over an acre and this year the plan is to do a better job with growing more in this space. While not certified we use biodynamic practices and low-energy techniques, working towards developing sustainable low input, no-tillage systems that work with nature, not against. To provide manure for the garden we will be raising a large flock of laying hens with the eventual intention of breeding our own birds, as well as a small herd of cashmere goats. We also raise a few pigs and cell graze a herd of cattle using movable electric fencing that allows us to provide these animals with a good life while growing good meat and increasing the fertility of the land. We also have a beautiful dog, three cats, two rats, three ducks, three horses, and an indoor/outdoor goat.
Good food is very important to us and most of our meals consist of vegetables from our garden, homemade breads and our own pork, chicken and eggs as well as grass-fed beef from a local ranch. Vegetarians and vegans are of course welcome, but will have to do some cooking for yourselves.
The log house is very comfortable but quite rustic. We have a phone but no internet or television and our house is powered by solar electricity. The stars are incredible out here with no city lights or even close neighbours, and the only noise is that of the birds and other local wildlife. We love this solitude, but be prepared if you're used to city living; some people find the isolation a bit too overwhelming. We go into town once or twice a week to sell our vegetables at the farmers' market and the new growers' co-op and you are welcome to come with us. We also run a CSA or "box-a-week" program. We are growing quickly and very involved in the local food movement in our community.
And while we are a bit out-of-the-way many travellers and friends find their way out to the end of the road and we are rarely alone out here in summer. There is a wonderful movement towards sustainable living and eating happening in the world and we are excited to be a part of this positive change.
Also new this year will be the beginning of a Friday night market in the town of Williams Lake. I will be very busy with this new development in our community and would love to have help with designing, planning, organizing an exciting community event (imagine twinkly lights, live music, dancing, and lots of local food). Because there are so many changes happening this season, I need helpers who are committed and excited about helping to build something amazing! I love this life, though it really isn't for everyone. Helpers who love being outside and who are generally positive, easygoing people seem to have the best time.
We are looking for interesting and interested people who would like to help out and learn in a relaxed environment but who are also independant, hard-working and don't mind the isolation. What you get out of your stay with us will be entirely up to you. Accommodation is modest but comfortable and includes either a room in the house, a large, comfortable rv or camper van.
We look forward to meeting you.
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