Starting year 16 as Helper/Woofer Hosts

I thought since we are now hosting our 141st helper, that it is time I wrote something about our experience. We have been hosting help for over 15 years; with over 140 people staying with us over that time. Each helper bringing new energy and ideas to our place. We learn so much about current Europe through the eyes of those who have just or recently moved into the real adult world. They are generally eager to learn and contribute their muscle towards helping us expand and maintain our Farm Woodlot. We are always grateful for the help and sincerely hope that each helper believes that we both have benefitted in someway from them, having stayed with us. Thank you. Denise and Loren 

WW 140 Nathan, Switzerland. March 17 to March 30, 2019

Nathan is from Geneva Switzerland. Once Nathan, who usually was smiling, found his place here, he really stood out and fit right in. Nathan helped with the building. As Nathan put it he had an incredible Canadian experience, with a lot of firsts while he was here 'driving a tractor and snowmobile, running a chainsaw, helping with the insulating and panelling and ice fishing, although we didn't catch any fish.

Helpers 138 and 139 Germany

Emma and Baran from Hanover, Germany March 12 to 24
We had a great time with Emma and Baran who quickly became part of our home. These two have a great sense of humor and know how important life, love and family are. Not something many young people have figured out. While they were here, Loren was on a mission to have his new building insulated and the plywood on the walls. Baran, Emma and Nathan were keen to make this happen and it did. Loren really enjoyed their company and I liked that they were so easy to be around. Wherever these two land, they will be a formative part of the community. And for sure they will never be out of work.