Talija United States

Expectations were largely exceeded at O’hia Hale, we had such a great time!!!! Elizabeth and Owen are truly lovely and wonderful people. They are just so cool and have so many good stories to tell. I always felt safe, comfortable, and supported on the property. They not only made a positive learning and working environment, but also a comfortable living space. Our rooms were clean and ready for us when we arrived and the barn was equipped with literally everything we could have needed; kitchen tools, honey, water filter, jars, mugs, sponges, etc. I also appreciated the culture of always cleaning (ABC) at O’hia Hale because their property was orderly and clean, and just because we lived on a farm didn't mean we had to look like it all the time lol. Even though we were all living on the same property there was a really good balance between work, rest, and also time with the hosts and time alone. We worked about 5 hours a day, 5 days a week, which felt very fair, and then extra hours to use their car which was a total game changer. We were able to explore the island and learn SO much about Hawaiian culture and nature as well. We highly recommend working the extra hours to use their vehicle because there is so much to do within an hours drive of the property. As the first WWOOFers of the year, much of our work involved maintenance, lots of mulching, weeding, transplanting, and digging. All of the tasks were doable, but having two of us on the farm really made the time go

Matias United States

My time at this farm was my first time working on a farm and because of it I know it won't be my last. Throughout my ten month long stay I cultivated skills that go beyond agriculture. I was emersed in the every avenue of what it means to run a market garden. From seeding microgreens, to sowing rows and packaging salad, I was always given room to practice, made countless errors and was encouraged to analyze and hone my skills. Sky is very attentive to being a mentor in that we had weekly talks about my goals, how I visualize them and general life guidance that a young man my age very much appreciates. My coworkers as well were people who I will not easily forget as they were great company and all strived to do the best job they could, with a work ethic and knowledge that made my time with them that much more priceless. If you want a serious role and want to get to know some great people, you're reading the right review!

Joel United States

My wife and I spent 3.5 months here and will never forget the time we spent here. If you enjoy animals like goats, sheep, ducks, chickens, dogs, and especially cats you will love it! Nestled in a beautiful valley of oak trees, this hidden gem is a wonderful retreat from city life. Be prepared to get in touch with nature. Though the living can be a bit rugged for some, it is a great skill to learn to live in a semi off-grid way amidst the trees. We also experienced gardening, painting, trail cutting/chain sawing, wood splitting, and building. They welcome self-motivated innovative problem solvers. Roll up your sleeves, bring your courage and your kindness to this place and you will find peace, love, and tranquility here with the people and animals!

Lisa Australia

My friend and I stayed here for 4 weeks. Miri, Linnea and Hector welcomed us and did a lot to ensure we were comfortable and adjusted well into their home. They are incredibly kind, chill, and generous — sharing meals, offering rides to do grocery shopping and laundry, and even taking us to local beaches, drum circles, markets, etc., during our time off. One time we got to watch the sunrise together and swam with dolphins at Kahena beach – that was definitely a highlight of ours! 🥹 We also enjoyed plenty of new experiences such as learning how to crack open coconuts and picking fresh produce (such as eggs, mangoes, avocados, noni, guava, starfruit, breadfruit) from the farm to enjoy ✨ We learnt a lot about farming and sustainable living. We had no prior farm experience but they taught us everything from scratch with patience and always put our safety first. We stayed in an open air hut which was minutes away from the main house so you have some privacy. Next to it was a separate hut with the kitchen, as well as an outdoor shower (has hot water and good pressure) and compost toilet. Expect mosquitoes, creepy crawlies, limited reception, dealing with compost – that’s just part of the farm/off-grid life. You’ll be fully immersed in nature and there’s very much a peaceful presence all around 🌱 Our everyday looked like: wake up around 7–8am, make coffee and have breakfast, work on the farm for 3–4 hours, take a break and have some lunch, go to the beach or check out some lo...

Yann Canada

This place is a like a teaching class for all sorts of basic skills. Make a fire, organise tool, grow plant, take care of the soil, move dead trees. Debbie offers a list of task everymorning with priorities. It is useful to put each and everyone of us skills upfront. Its a community, a way of living that is raw and down to earth. Left leaned, nature oriented. Its a great place to to something basic and meaningful. Thanks Debbie!