Hello!
We value the contributions our WWOOFers bring to our homestead and meadery, and we aim to offer an enriching experience in return. Please take your time reading through this description, and if it feels like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you!
About the Land & What We Do:
Nestled in the rolling hills of southern Indiana, our homestead spans 24 acres, most of it forested.
Animals – Bees 10 to 20 hives, goats & sheep out in the pasture, chickens & ducks in the back yard, three cats, and three wonderful friendly dogs (Honey Bear 60lb Lab mix, Astro 45lb Australian Shepard, Nookhyms a 60lb coon hound)
Plants – A 70 foot long high-tunnel greenhouse for vegetable production, a geodesic dome flower and herb garden for meditation and yoga, a small orchard of fruit and nut trees, and some patches of cultivated mushrooms
Fun Features – A big swimming pond, fire pits, flower dome, music room with a piano, wood stoves, hiking trails, slack line, trampoline, and star-gazing.
In 2022, we became a licensed winery, specializing in honey wine (mead). We sell our mead at farmers’ markets and festivals around Bloomington and across Indiana, making it a significant part of our work and lifestyle. WWOOFers will have the opportunity to help with various aspects of the meadery, including bottling, labeling, and preparing for events. Those interested may also assist with vending at weekend festivals and markets.
About the People:
Our homestead is currently run by a small, passionate team:
Aaron – Owner of the farm and co-founder of the meadery. While his primary focus is on running the meadery, he'll still be involved in guiding projects around the homestead.
Steve – Aaron's father and the original owner of the land. He’s a bird-lover, musician, and all-around handy-man.
Eliza (AKA Abi)– Originally came here as a WWOOFer, fell in love with the farm and now has been a member for about 7 years, She helps with homestead projects, gardening, and keeps the community vibe strong.
Jason – Co-founder of the meadery. Jason is deeply involved in production and market operations, making sure everything runs smoothly.
Seanna – Aaron's girlfriend, she's a great cook and a really generous wise wholesome lady.
Reed - A sweet fella who also started out as a Wwoofer and now is a regular here, he's a handy carpenter
Our farmhouse is a lively space with a strong community of friends who frequently visit to lend a hand, take a swim, or gather around the fire for music. We strive to create an open, welcoming environment where everyone feels at home.
We’re looking for hard-working, curious, and kind individuals who want to learn about homesteading, permaculture, and the ins and outs of running a small farm-based meadery. We ask our Wwoofers to contribute 20 hours a week to some of the following projects. You'll be given a list of priority tasks as well as options for what you would most like to work on.
Meadery Work – Bottling, labeling, prepping for markets, and assisting with festival vending
Greenhouse & Garden Maintenance – Weeding, planting, harvesting, and general upkeep.
Animal Care – Feeding, watering, and maintaining fencing and shelters for goats, sheep, and chickens.
Beekeeping Assistance – Checking hives and maintaining bee boxes.
Home Projects – Beautification, house repairs, deep cleans, reorganization, yard work and trail maintenance.
Event Preparation – Helping organize and pack for weekend meadery events.
Those who enjoy social and customer-facing roles may have the chance to join us at farmers’ markets and festivals, assisting with mead sales and engaging with customers.
Schedule:
We follow a flexible but structured schedule, with designated workdays and open weekends for meadery events or special projects:
Tuesdays - Community day for work parties, game nights, group field trips, potlucks, Meadery open hours.
Thursday, Friday – Primary workdays focusing on homestead projects, animal care, greenhouse upkeep, and meadery tasks.
Weekends – Reserved for farmers’ markets, festivals, and special projects. Those interested may assist with vending or enjoy time off.
Monday & Wednesday – More relaxed, personal time for WWOOFers to rest, explore, or work on individual interests.
Accommodations:
Our home is your home! You’ll have access to all communal spaces, including:
Kitchen – Fully stocked with a stove, sink, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, dining table, and plenty of food.
Dinning Room - A great big sturdy farm table, a big cozy wood stove, a nice view of the back yard.
Living Room – Cozy seating, another wood stove, musical instruments
Bathroom – Shower, toilet, sink, towels, and extra toiletries.
Laundry Room - Washer and dryer.
We have high-speed internet/WiFi, cell reception can be spotty or dependable depending on your provider.
We have guest rooms inside the farm house as well as some separate structures you can stay in. We’ll communicate which accommodation is available in advance based on your stay dates.
Food:
We strive to keep a steady supply of food and snacks, supplemented by fresh fruits, vegetables, and mushrooms from our gardens. We are happy to accommodate different dietary needs and preferences—just let us know what works best for you. We'll provide the basics, as well as nice farm treats, but if you want something special you may need to buy it yourself.
Meals:
Often shared but not always, we are most likely to have dinners together, you'll be on your own for some meals and we'll make it all together for others.
Hazards:
As with any farm and forest environment, you may encounter:
Ticks, mosquitoes, spiders, bees
Poison ivy, thorny plants, stinging nettles
Sun exposure and hot weather
Farm tools and machinery
Unpredictable farm animals
Medical:
Eliza is a registered nurse and the best farm medic we could ask for. Aaron also has some basic medical training, and Seanna is a capable herbalist. We keep a well-stocked first aid kit on hand, and if medical attention is needed, we’ll make sure you get to the nearest urgent care or hospital.
You will have to sign a liability waiver when you arrive before you can start your official wwoof experience with us.
If our homestead and meadery sound like the right fit for you, we’d love to connect! Reach out, and let’s see if this could be a great experience for both of us.
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Learning opportunities
Vegetable farming
Fruit or nut farming
Poultry farming
Sheep or goat farming
Forestry
Beekeeping
Wild foraging
Flower farming
Aromatic or medicinal plants, teas
Beer, cider, wine, or juice making
Methods or systems
Holistic management
Permaculture
Host type
Self-sufficiency property
Former WWOOFer
9.7
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24
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