# THE OPPORTUNITY
This is an opportunity for an individual or pair to live and work on a tropical farm and homestead just minutes away from some of the world's most beautiful beaches. The 4-acre farm uses permaculture and natural/organic farming methods to grow about 400 varieties of edible fruits and vegetables, including coconuts, mangoes, avocados, lychees, jackfruit, egg fruit, ginger, turmeric, bananas, ashwagandha, papaya, dragon fruit, passion fruit, and many more! The farm specializes in growing dragon fruit, passion fruit, and spicy peppers. We grow for personal consumption, the sale of produce and value-added products, and donation to community groups.
We makeand sell hot sauce, fruit leather, dried herbs, juices, coconut water, coconut milk, sourdough bread, and more. All made in super small batches. We also sell fresh produce to restaurants, juice hales, small CSA program, and various food proveyors on island. Everything we do is small scale and done as a labor of love. But mostly, we are growing food for our family and the people who help grow the food .
Brian is a former business owner and Lauren is a former educator, and we are looking for work-traders who fit our values and lifestyle. We are looking for work-traders who can make a minimum three-month commitment.
# THE WORK
WWOOFing on the farm is a great chance to learn new skills in an idyllic setting. We expect WWOOFers to help a minimum of 25 hours per week on the farm. Work hours are 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Here are examples of the types of activities you may be asked to do: weeding, planting, building new veggie beds, harvesting, deliveries, food processing, mulching, indoor and outdoor cleaning, and more.
The farm is full-on. It's hot in the tropical sun. Some days we are working in the rain and mud. But we are also graced by beautiful weather, rainbows, and ocean views. When it gets too hot, you can take a quick dip in the ocean after work or cool off in the on-site outdoor shower.
# HOUSING ARRANGEMENTS
WWOOFers share a small rustic bungalow on the property with someone of the same gender. We host up to seven WWOOFers at a time and value a work-trade community that lifts each other up and emphasizes community, clear communication, and respect.
We have a farm kitchen and hangout area for meals, projecting movies, or just snuggling cats. The bungalow is rustic and isn't a good fit for everybody. But if you love life outdoors, this could be perfect for you. There is a super-cool flush toilet and a hot outdoor shower with an insane view at the base of the Kalalea Mountains. There is Wi-Fi.
You have access to produce from the farm for personal consumption. There are so many amazing fruits and vegetables, many of which may be new to you. Experimenting with preparing the food that you grow is one of the most rewarding aspects of work trading with us!
# NEXT STEPS
Send us a message through WWOOF with the dates you are available and any relevant experience related to farming, outdoor living, construction, cooking, etc.
We will set up a short introductory call, and if things seem aligned, we will set up a FaceTime interview.
If you're a good fit, we'd love to have you join our "farmalie"!
Mahalo!
Lauren & Brian
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Learning opportunities
Vegetable farming
Fruit or nut farming
Poultry farming
Beekeeping
Aromatic or medicinal plants, teas
Seed saving or production
Vegetable or fruit preservation
Beer, cider, wine, or juice making
Methods or systems
Biological pest control
Holistic management
No-till farming
Permaculture
Regenerative agriculture
Host type
Self-sufficiency property
Former WWOOFer
1.6
Hectares
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4
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