The Caretaker Gazette January / February 2014

Alabama

RVING VOLUNTEERS NEEDED at the Burchfield Branch Campground in Northport, Alabama. Duties will include visitor assistance, remaining friendly and accommodating at all times, checking bathrooms frequently and cleaning when necessary, restocking toilet paper and hand towels. Pick up any litter and empty garbage cans. Check playgrounds a minimum of once a week for any hazards. Rake and prune campsites, walking trails, picnic areas, and playgrounds. Cleaning supplies, trash bags, and hand towels, rakes, and pruners will be provided. In parks that apply check and document the water meter daily. Monitor activities in the park with respect to violation of park regulations and notify ranger staff or county police of any problems if warranted. Assist with the recycling program and special projects lead by Park Rangers. Volunteers are required to work Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of each week. Training will be provided. Work will be performed according to safety guidelines provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Volunteers with their own RV are provided a full service campsite, water, power, and sewer hook-up included. To apply, please go online through [Contact info available to subscribers]

Alaska

EXPERIENCE THE WONDER and beauty of Alaska! Enjoy world class fishing, great hiking trails and abundant wildlife. We are seeking energetic singles and couples as Campground Hosts in Alaska State Parks. Camp hosts receive a scenic campsite, stipend, and training for 30 – 40 hours/week. Job duties include monitoring fee compliance, site maintenance and visitor assistance. Season is mid-May to September, with a minimum four-week commitment. Please write to [Contact info available to subscribers]

HELP NEEDED 1/4 mile down Mosquito Lake Road in the Chilkat Valley/Haines area of Southeast Alaska. Currently I operate a “mini farm” with four goats, seven ducks, two geese, three dogs and two cats, and two alpacas! I moved the entire farm 27 miles up the river back in July 2012. Don’t let the name “Mosquito Lake” put you off! For a limited time we have them, and the beauty and wonder outweigh the minor intrusion! What I need help with is fence maintenance, composting, food processing, vermicomposting, adding another room to the goat house and building on to the duck house (or build a new one), brush clearing, and general organizing, house cleaning and up keep. Friendly companionship is also especially needed. I need to get my winter wood in as well, and any number of other chores! Interested? It is the most beautiful place and there are so many opportunities here for fun and photos and all kinds of hiking! Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

NEED AN ADULT CARETAKER for a nice one bedroom home in Sterling with daylight basement now through March. Caretaker pays utilities of about $350 – $400/month. No pets, smoking, parties, drugs. Unfurnished but has all appliances. Great views, wood stove, secluded. Verifiable references a must. Please reply to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Arizona

A SINGLE MAN is needed to help with maintenance and fence building on a large ranch in the Phoenix area. You will have the opportunity to learn to work cattle and ride. Housing furnished, with utilities, meat, and a grocery card provided. If interested, please fax a resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

BEAUTIFUL SEMI-RURAL homestead near Tucson needs help with poultry and gardens and light maintenance in exchange for room and utilities. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Arkansas

VOLUNTEER POSITIONS available at the Mountain Home Project Office of the US Army Corps of Engineers. RVing volunteers will perform various light duty maintenance work to include: painting, staining; light carpentry work, replace screens in park restrooms/shower facilities; plant/water flowers and weed flowerbeds; plant and prune trees and shrubs; pick up litter throughout the project and debris along the shoreline; mowing and maintaining campgrounds; clean grills; maintain bulletin boards or similar other duties. Volunteers must be able to climb/walk uphill and lift 25 pounds with ease. Equipment maintenance/operation such as: brushing hogging, plowing, back hoe, skid loader operation is a plus. A pleasant personality, good safety habits, the ability to work with the maintenance operation staff or independently perform task with proper instructions is advantageous. A background check will be performed. The work schedule is 24 hours minimum per week for each position. The office is located at 7th Street in Mountain Home, Arkansas. A free RV campsite, which includes electric, water, (sewer if available) is offered in lieu of payment for work. Please go to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Letters to the Editor

Thank you for the email updates. We have been successful in landing a caretaker job through your publication in Durango, CO. We couldn’t be happier! My husband Jeff and I are running a 22-unit condo complex two miles from the Durango Mountain Resort. Thank you for providing a great connection between caretakers and potential employment opportunities! P. and J. R., Green Lake, WI

Congratulations on landing a caretaker job, Pamela and Jeff! You will be in a beautiful area of the country. I am glad that you were able to use the Gazette to find a position. I wish you all the best and look forward to hearing about your caretaking experiences.

Thank you for mailing my first issue to me, Gary. I have filled the position here due to your Caretaker Gazette’s Situations-Wanted section and no longer need to advertise in your publication. I look forward to your magazine as I find it very interesting and wish that I had utilized it much sooner than I did! B. M., Danville, WA

Blanche, that’s great news to read that you were able to hire someone out of our Situations-Wanted ads from your first issue of the Gazette. We have many qualified subscribers who advertise their availability in our Situations-Wanted section. Like you, many property owners utilize this section to find caretakers and house sitters for their properties.

I am new to The Caretaker Gazette and I originally signed up with a print subscription. I am wondering if there are any benefits to having an online one instead. I receive all your new listings through my email address. If I decide I’d rather have the online is it possible to change now or should I wait when I renew my subscription? Thanks Gary! K. M., Burlington, VT

Thanks for your message and your new subscription, Kerry. The majority of our subscribers now prefer the online subscription because they can access the Gazette any time, any place, by logging in using their username (email address) and their password. If you enjoy receiving the print issues in the mail, you can keep your current subscription as is. Otherwise, you can simply email or call us to change to an online subscription.

Hi Gary, is there any way for me to access past issues from a year or two ago? I’d like to read some of the older issues. By the way, you have a great little publication. You probably remember me from about 15 years ago when I took a position out of your paper. Thanks, G.M., Redding, CA

Hi Glen, at the request of property owners who have filled their positions and no longer wish to be contacted, we remove older issues and they cannot be accessed by subscribers. Thanks for your compliments about the Gazette. I appreciate that you have been with us for so many years.

To Gary and the Caretaker crew, congratulations on over 30 years of publishing the Gazette! I have found such great caretakers though your publication and will continue to recommend you to other property owners around here! S.Y., Mendocino, CA

Many thanks, Sue, from all of us here at the Gazette! As we start the Gazette’s 32nd year of publication, I appreciate your business and recommendations. Take care, Gary

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Argentina

HANDS AND HEARTS ACROSS THE CONTINENTS. Patagonia calling for a personal assistant, caregiver and companion needed in the Andes of Northern Patagonia for a 64-year-old woman with Multiple Sclerosis. I need a commitment of a minimum of one month, starting April 1, 2014. The longer the better. I am an artist that exhibits yearly to benefit Pallitivo/Hospice Care and Equine Therapy. I am an experienced horsewoman who believes in the Healing Power of Creativity, horses, Mother Nature and all her creatures. My ranch is located in a non-touristic part of beautiful Patagonia, nestled in the foothills of the Andes, in the heart of the real Gaucho culture. In the winter months (April through December) I will be in San Martin de los Andes, a lovely, lakeside ski town. This is not a salaried position, as it is a volunteer opportunity. In exchange for basic food and housing, you will be my personal assistant. Duties include, but are not limited to: personal care, occasional housekeeping and cooking, strong and healthy enough to push my wheel chair over various terrains. Some administrative work, help with my MS challenges. I do have a team of Spanish speaking only paid helpers. It is important that we enjoy each other’s company. This is not always an easy position, but it is life changing. Pre-arranged free time to be as needed and wanted. You should have a mastery of English (Spanish would be a major plus) and good computer skills. Please send a description of why you are interested, something about yourself and a photo to [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you for your interest in helping others.

Australia

FANTASTIC FREE ACCOMMODATION and income options available for live-caretakers in Victoria. This opportunity would suit an enterprising retired couple or an active pensioner with a keen interest in history and people. It offers free accommodation in the self contained downstairs floor of Edwardia Bed and Breakfast, where guests “Relax into 1905” in exchange for management activities. Your accommodation includes services paid, a fully restored large bedroom with slow combustion stove new bathroom, kitchen/dining, lounge room with a slow combustion stove and oven as well as a new gas and electric cooker, garage and garden with nine different fruits, vegetables as well as flowers. You will host guests, coordinate add-on services, change beds, clean and launder towels, and tea towels (with other linen commercially laundered), share gardening and attend to continental breakfast. Additional income is possible through providing add-on services such as cooking breakfast, picnic hamper, short tours, etc. Edwardia B & B is right next to the Post Office in the Edwardian streets of Camperdown, Victoria. Camperdown has wonderful crater lakes, volcanic cones and dry stone fencing and is just 50 kilometers north of the twelve Apostles on The Great Ocean Road. The train station is a flat 5 – 10 minute walk from Edwardia and there are three daily trains to Melbourne and Warrnambool. If this inspires you, please phone [Contact info available to subscribers] for further discussions.

CARETAKING AVAILABLE in the Boomi/Mungindi, NSW area. The caretaker will be required to do general maintenance, gardening and general cleaning. Some other farm work is available if wanted. A one bedroom cottage will be provided to the caretaker. For more info please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

HOUSE/DOG-SITTER WANTED in the Mackay area from December 26th until January 11th, 2014. My name is Millie and I’m a beautiful 11-year-old Bichon Frise. My mum has to go away for two weeks from December 26th until January 11th, 2014 and I need somebody to come and stay to look after me. I can’t see much these days but I get around pretty well. I would like somebody to be here quite a bit during the day so mum reckons a mature person or couple just doing a few hours casual work or better still not working at all would be best. I live in a lovely A frame house in Eimeo, 15 minutes drive north of Mackay and a few minutes from the beach and the pub with the best view on the Queensland Coast. The lawns get mowed and only a bit of watering of the garden is required. If you can help me and my mum please phone [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKERS REQUIRED for a small caravan park in Carrieton, a small town situated in the Flinders Ranges of South Australia, from March onwards. This would be suitable for a retired couple with their own accommodation, such as a motorhome. It is a powered site, with all amenities provided. Please telephone [Contact info available to subscribers] for more info.

CARETAKER needed for a large working farm, 40 minutes west of Ballarat. This position requires a keen, fit, active, and house proud couple to clean a large homestead and maintain lawns, garden and a swimming pool. A good three bedroom house provided plus garage and shed. This position reports to the owner and Farm Manager. Free rent and a small wage provided. To apply, please write to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Bahamas

LIVE FREE IN THE BAHAMAS! Man or a couple as house career/dog sitters needed for one to three months, but could become full time property managers sometime in that period. Must be neat and professional in appearance, no smoking, drinking. We are located on an out island where things work most of the time but you must be able to deal with inconvenience, sometimes. Have phone, Wi-Fi, direct TV. Outdoor camp or B&B managers ideal. Please you’re your resume and current photos to [Contact info available to subscribers]

HOUSE COUPLE needed ASAP in Nassau, Bahamas. Salary will be $100,000 to $120,000 per year, according to experience. The housekeeping job responsibilities include: being responsible for the daily cleaning and maintaining the general appearance of the whole residence, caring for the fine furnishings, finishes and delicate surfaces, washing, ironing, steaming and linen care, including washing delicate fabrics, making beds, ironing sheets, and turn downs, wardrobe management for organization of closets, pack and unpack suitcases, etc., organizing and managing household inventories, meal planning, preparation, cooking and serving, fridge and pantry management, general errand running, including grocery shopping and dry cleaning, watering plants, assistance with private and social events, handling of special requests and related duties as needed. The caretaker/houseman job responsibilities include: day-to-day running of the property to maintain standards and efficiency, general handyman services and non-complex facilities maintenance, swimming pool and grounds maintenance, scheduling and supervision of household installations, trades and vendors for interior and exterior and seasonal projects, reporting any maintenance and repair needs, calendar management, monitoring household inventories and a budget, greeting of guests and visitors, overall vehicle management and chauffeur duties, as required, boat management, possible pet care, and handling of special requests and related duties as needed. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Belize

house sitters WANTED. Experience a tropical lifestyle in southern Belize. The property is bordered by rainforests in the center of Maya culture. Caretake a self-sufficient owner built homestead. Electricity from the sun. Biogas is from organic materials. Enjoy cosmically charged rainwater and unpolluted, energy packed rainforest air. Taste a different tropical fruit each week. Stuff yourself with organically grown veggies. Make natural perfume from ylang-ylang petals. Prefer a mature, responsible, drug-free, non-smoking couple or two adults. A minimum commitment of five weeks anytime from April through November. Your primary responsibility is having a presence on the property. Duties, as of this date, will be the care and feeding of one cat, six dogs, fish tanks, vermiculture, watering young plants and minor maintenance. For additional information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers] For photos, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

[Contact info available to subscribers] needs a volunteer to take care of the catteries starting at 6 a.m., six days each week. Will need to do cleaning, doing litters, watering and other miscellaneous animal related duties as well as maintaining the sanctuary grounds and helping as needed with the hostel. Terms of engagement include working six hours/day, six days a week; have a minimum stay of two months, after that you can apply to stay longer. Volunteers pay a reduced accommodation rate of $5 U.S. per day to stay in a shared cabana. Please, only serious individuals need apply! You must like cats and dogs! Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

California

DYNAMIC DUO WANTED! Live-in caretakers wanted in the San Francisco Bay Area. 2.5 acre property with chickens and dog. Full-time, permanent. Ideal candidates will have combined skills including, but not limited to healthy, attractive natural foods cooking – whether a meal for one, a small gathering, or a large party, organic gardening and landscape maintenance, handyman skills of plumbing, electrical, painting, carpentry, housekeeping, pool maintenance, animal care, budget keeping and expense reports, vehicle maintenance, shopping, errands, laundry, organizing and appointment scheduling. Knowledge of Apple products and technology a plus. Characteristics desired are maturity, discretion, reliability, flexibility, honesty, and a positive can-do attitude. Both must have valid driver’s licenses and clean driving records. No smokers please. Work schedule will often include weekends and holidays, and will always be 24/7 on-call. Salary plus benefits package plus a separate one bedroom cottage. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

house sitter WANTED in Palmdale, CA, for Christmas vacation from December 22 through January 4. This is a short-term house and pet sitting assignment for this two week period. I will be out of state, and need care for my older poodle. I have an invisible fence around the house. Some dog walking, feeding and care are required along with some yard maintenance. For more information, please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

BED & BREAKFAST MANAGEMENT TEAM needed for a working ranch and bed & breakfast. We are seeking a very personable, high-energy, motivated, self-starter team with good communication skills and experienced in hospitality services. Must be comfortable living a country lifestyle in central California. We are looking for qualified, hands-on professionals, with strong family values and integrity. Team must be comfortable with, and have a heart for Christian ministry. These year round, live-in position’s duties to include the responsibility for meal (Breakfast and Dinner) preparation and serving, some housekeeping and laundry, grounds work and property maintenance, seasonal renovation projects, staff hiring and supervision, and most importantly reservations and guest interaction. The ideal management team would also be EMT trained, or interested in being trained as an EMT as they are responsible for handling any and all emergencies. The ideal team would also be responsible for interviewing and supervising all outside contractors, scheduling of daily/weekly duties performed for grounds staff, preventative maintenance for the property. This is a hands-on lifestyle job. This is a year-round, full time position with an excellent salary and some benefits. Salary is to be determined but will commensurate with experience. Teams should bring competencies beyond those listed above, possibly including cooking or a culinary/pastry background, accounting and marketing skills (Traditional and Online), and experience providing outstanding guest/concierge service. We ideally seek a person/team with a minimum of five years’ experience in a similar role, or someone who is currently in a management position within a hotel/boutique or similar, and ready for the challenge of stepping up to the next level. The Bed & Breakfast Management Team above all else, must be organized, reliable, and passionate about ensuring our guests are taken care of. Applications by email only. Please forward, your cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] No phone calls please. A list of references must be provided upon request. Thank you.

CARETAKER WANTED on 10 rural acres between Santa Rosa and Calistoga, CA. Must be able to help with three dogs, three horses, yard work and gardening. Eight hours a week in exchange for a private 40 foot pop-out trailer with satellite TV, heater, and washer-dryer. You pay for propane and Wi-Fi. We prefer a retired person, or one who works elsewhere only part-time. Clean record and references a must. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

A HIGH MOJAVE DESERT HISTORIC MINING CAMP needs part-time caretakers. References required. Flexible hours, motor home, water and propane onsite with a small stipend. Duties include greeting visitors to a small two acre depression-era camp. Placer mining available nearby. You will need a high clearance vehicle and a love of roughing it! Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] to learn more.

A SMALL FAMILY FARM needs help with our horse, goats, chickens, dogs, cats and a parrot. We are looking for a non-smoking farm/horse-sitter who can milk the goats and take care of the property while I go to set up our new location in the Santa Cruz area. I will be gone one to two weeks at a time and need a dependable person to milk two goats and take care of the animals. My husband will be on the property at night and working during the day. Wi-Fi is on site. We are located in a rural area, about 10 miles from town, with a Laundromat in town. A utility sink available for hand washing of laundry with drying rack. We are near National Parks. The chores include forking manure, pulling weeds, harvesting, milking. We are a tobacco and smoke-free environment. This is a work exchange for room. It would be best if you have your own transportation. Please tell us about yourself – work, travel, education experiences, hobbies, interests, skills, and how long do you wish to stay. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER WANTED on a ranch in the foothills of central California to care for gardens/drip irrigation and domestic animals. Must have experience with both. The caretaker will need to be a non-smoker, and using no drugs. References are required. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

LODGING AND MAINTENANCE MANAGERS needed. A beautiful 39 acre Non-profit Nature Education Center located halfway between Mendocino and Fort Bragg on the coast of California is looking for a live-in lodging and maintenance manager couple to manage overnight guest lodge, including guest services, outreach, upkeep and maintenance. This position is available February 2014. Looking for a combination of computer/office management, people skills, maintenance/handyperson/grounds management skills, and love of nature. Lodging provided in a two bedroom house with ocean view plus a living stipend. No pets, no smoking, good landlord and work references required. Please write to [Contact info available to subscribers]

A CARETAKER POSITION is offered which provides a newer, lovely, large 30′ 5th wheel trailer with all utilities, satellite TV, high speed internet and extra storage. Located on a rural ranch, surrounded by open space, where the absolute beauty of the land, peace and quiet are supreme. We are at the end of a five mile private gravel road, 20 minutes from a paved highway and one hour from the nearest town of any size (Santa Rosa, CA). Duties include forest management work, mowing, weed whacking, and general handyman chores. 20 hours/week, which includes four hours/week housekeeping. Care for chickens and a dog in the owner’s occasional absence. This is an ideal situation for a couple as there are very limited opportunities for outside social contact due to the remoteness. However, there are two other worker/tenants in residence. Participation in our organic communal garden is encouraged. As there is no stipend offered, you must have sufficient outside income to cover transportation, medical, etc. This position is available now. A one year commitment is requested. Qualified applicants are encouraged to plan an early visit to interview. Please respond with as much information about yourselves as possible to [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER WANTED for a 20 acre farm. Will substantially reduce rent for taking care of our 20 acre farm in the Sutter area. Includes approximately 1,500 sq. ft. house. Available ASAP. Please send resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

OFF-GRID CARETAKER(S) needed for a rural property in the Central California Bradley area. Need your own RV, no septic on site, but within five miles. Has water tanks for water delivery (no well) and has generators and water pumps. There is a yurt on the property, storage buildings and a large propane fridge. Being bonded is preferred. Please email your info and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Canada

ISLAND CARETAKERS needed for [Contact info available to subscribers] (near Cortes Island) – Whaletown, BC. A full-time, live-in, salaried assistant caretaker couple is required for a private island with modern infrastructure in the vicinity of Whaletown Bay, Cortes Island, BC. A mature couple in good health, with a valid driver’s licenses, basic first aid and stable employment history with references is needed. Must have the ability to work well with others in a remote location. Must have experience operating and maintaining vehicles, equipment and machinery. Have mechanical aptitude and familiarity with electrical, water systems, generators and overall building maintenance. Experience with under 30′ power boat operation and routine outboard maintenance. Must have a valid PCO (Pleasure Craft Operator) card. Need a general knowledge of grounds keeping, gardening and housekeeping, with basic clerical and computer skills. Competitive salary and a furnished two bedroom home including utilities are provided. Please fax resumes to [Contact info available to subscribers]

WE ARE LOOKING FOR HELPERS all year round. Brave the Alberta life spring, summer, fall and winter, caring and working with horses! We are looking for a helper who will stay on the farm for the fall and winter months. The farm manager/horse trainer has had a sports injury – “broken shoulder”. The farm chores would be feeding, watering horses daily, checking pasture horses, some household duties, like helping prepare meals, etc. Help prepare the farm for winter. Some snow shoveling of the walk way. Help with the grocery shopping once a week. Just need someone else on the farm with my husband and me and the horses, until I mend this winter. I will be back working horses in the spring. We are looking for persons interested in learning and working with horses all year round and staying for two to three months or longer. We have 20 horses. We live three hours from Jasper and 45 minutes from the West Edmonton Mall for weekend getaways. We are a Horse Boarding Stable on 160 acres of rolling hills, with wildlife on the property. You will learn as you go each day, if you have never worked with horses. There are miles of marked trail to enjoy on horseback or walking trails. At times we all go for a trail ride on a trustworthy school horse or start the beginner rider with lessons in the riding ring. The warmer months we spend lots of time outside playing with horses. Winter time we still care for the horses, cross country ski, snow shoe and if not to cold ride in the snow! We also take a day once a month to cut wood for the family/TV room. You will need very warm clothing/boots for the winters in Alberta! Your accommodations are in a bunkhouse that sleeps four or trailer/camper. All meals/showers are shared in the house. Must be non-smokers, non-drinkers only, and non vegetarian. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more info.

ARE YOU READY FOR A LIFETIME ADVENTURE in one of the most beautiful wilderness settings not only of Canada, but of the world? We are an established wilderness tourism business with a guest ranch located in the stunning south Chilcotin Mountains. You will be expected to work in exchange for your room and board. In return we offer valuable internship positions, a unique off the beaten path nature experience, a challenging and rewarding adventure, where you will be able to learn and develop professional and personal skills. You will meet adventurers from around the world, working in this exceptional and unique environment. As part of living on a ranch, you get to be part of our lifestyle. On your time off we offer activities based on availabilities (western riding, hiking, swimming, skeet shooting, bareback riding, barrel racing, mountain riding, wildlife viewing, lariat trowing, etc.). In the wilderness setting, you’ll be expected to grow and progress through the challenges presented in your tasks, each and every day. This philosophy encourages you to identify your interests, for your interests drive your goals, and it’s your goals that propel your purpose in life, not only at the ranch. We need help with many aspects of running this successful guest ranch from cooks, cleaners, hospitality and office administration, to outside work involving ranch/equipment maintenance, forestry management, wilderness guiding and much more. We ask our Interns to stay for a minimum of two months as we train on the job. We offer a variety of wilderness training programs and lodge management programs which could lead to a paid position. We are looking forward to hearing from you. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers] for more info.

Caribbean

LOOKING FOR A RESIDENT CARETAKER. Must be financially secure (since we are offering a minimum modest compensation) and mature. The position is for part-time light duties on a desirable location at a small Caribbean Inn. Free housing and utilities are provided on the resort’s premises, plus approximately $500/month minimum stipend in exchange for part-time work. The applicant should be in good health, resourceful, trustworthy and addiction and drug-free. If you are handy, it would be a plus. For USA citizens, a passport is not needed to fly from the States, as Culebra, Puerto Rico is a territory of the USA. To get more information, please visit this website: [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colombia

WE NEED VOLUNTEERS starting in January! Are you looking for permaculture? Situated in a beautiful valley near the village of Amaga. 45 minutes from downtown Medellin. This Hostel is a live Hostel – educational center/farm and showcase of best practices for sustainable living and alternatives energies. We offer an excellent opportunity to help, learn Spanish and permaculture! Free room for one to two months for our exchange program in Medellin. Your only requirements are to teach English to locals (one hour per day) and help maintain the organic gardens. (only three hours per day) – so you only work four hours per day, with two days off. For those who want to travel and change people’s lives this is an excellent opportunity and also an ideal environment to learn Spanish as well! If all works well, we’ll offer you to stay longer. This is a program for volunteers who don’t speak fluent Spanish to enforce the English program. To learn more and to contact us, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado

LOOKING FOR A COUPLE to maintain a 54 acre ranch 17 miles from Telluride, Colorado. The caretaker’s house has two bedrooms, living room, and full kitchen. Duties include caring for two horses, maintaining fence line, changing oil in generator, solar maintenance, plowing, and overall upkeep in exchange for rent and utilities. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for our 2014 Farm Internship program. Full-time farm intern to work with animals and the land in a conscious environment in Loveland, Colorado. Includes on-the-job training, experiential learning and opportunities for leadership. This internship is a great work/trade with accommodations, daily gourmet meals, monthly stipend and many amenities in a conscious community, wellness resort and conference center. For more information please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

LOOKING FOR A PERSON OR COUPLE to become partners in a new business in southwestern Colorado near Dolores. The business includes caretaking a small hermitage plus related micro-ventures. For information go to [Contact info available to subscribers] While helping to found the business, partners will build their own place on the grounds. While the place is under construction, they will live in the hermitage for $550/month plus utilities. Once constructed you will own it. The grounds around will be put on an inexpensive long-term lease. Profit-sharing will commence as the business becomes successful. Interested? Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

LIVE-IN RANCH CARETAKER needed for our property outside of Colorado Springs in Larkspur. Can be a single or couple. Responsibilities include full care of five horses, feeding, turnout, stall cleaning and general ranch maintenance. Need experience with horses, tractor, and a bobcat. Heavy lifting required. Salary plus a furnished apartment provided. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Connecticut

I STILL NEED A RELIABLE house sitter who likes cats to stay in my Fairfield County home from January 15 through March 15, 2014. The previous Gazette applicant just emailed me saying he had to cancel due to illness, so I am still looking for someone. I have three well-mannered cats to care for. You must have good references. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] and let me know why you would make a great house/cat-sitter here. Thanks.

Croatia

WE ARE A NEW SUSTAINABLE ISLAND COMMUNITY, in our first phase of developmental work. The group will promote a Permaculture school and simple farming and living systems for low impact living which will promote habitat conservation and a self-sufficient livelihood. Volunteers are invited to visit, learn and share their energy. The next work group is being planned for January and February 2014. We are also looking for web designers to help with the website at [Contact info available to subscribers] It’s mostly online work in exchange for a visit to the island, during the summer! Please write to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Dominican Republic

HELP NEEDED! Do you have some time available? Do you like the Tropics? Do you want to improve the life of others in the world? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we need you. You may just discover what will lead to a rewarding and fulfilling human experience. You are welcome to join a volunteer vacation program and participate in one of our six projects to help the impoverished community of Munoz. You can also enjoy the different tourist excursions of this beautiful island. We need volunteers of all ages and there are no specific qualifications required. You will be greatly appreciated here among the Dominican and Haitian communities. Your schedule will be flexible and there are many different ways to help. Teaching languages is the most popular because it qualifies them to work in tourism. We are just across the beach and tourist complex of Playa Dorada (14 hotels). The economical lodging facilities of SunCampDR are located at the end of this community, by the Munoz River, and a natural pool. You will receive a personalized welcome at the Puerto Plata airport. You will have the option to take Spanish or Creole lessons. Please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers] for more details.

England

LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER/COUPLE needed. A full-time, live-in housekeeper or couple is needed for a large home in the Ribble Valley, Lancashire. The position requires common sense, energy, flexibility and a friendly attitude for the informal busy family. General duties include cleaning, laundry, a small amount of cooking, babysitting/aftercare for the grandchildren. Must be animal friendly as dog walking would be part of the duties. Various other duties are possible for a partner including general maintenance, driving etc. Accommodation at The Lodge – a separate three bedroom property within the grounds of the Estate. A driving license is essential. Please send a covering letter and your resume to Please write to [Contact info available to subscribers]

A SKILLED COUPLE is needed. Have just acquired a beautiful ancient property in rural Suffolk which is in need of work: some skilled, (carpentry, general building) some less skilled (wallpaper stripping) but lots of space and 1.5 acre garden. The property is on the edge of a large village/small town with great facilities – and easy connection to London (Diss is five minutes away, London is 1.3 hours by train). References a must. Possibility of some paid work for a qualified builder/decorator/plumber/electrician. Food allowance in lieu of ‘homestay’ as private accommodation on site with bedrooms, kitchen, sitting room and bathroom of your own, but all very much in need of renovation, so separate and private, but very basic indeed at present. Skilled couples especially welcome. Please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

RETIRED OWNERS OF A SMALL COUNTRY ESTATE in the West Country seek a non-smoking, mature, fit married couple to help with general estate maintenance and some routine housework. A self-contained fully furnished, centrally heated cottage and all associated facilities provided, plus a monthly emolument. Applicants are asked to provide a resume and if applicable, recent to [Contact info available to subscribers] for further details.

Georgia

A PRIVATE PARK on Lake Allatoona in North Georgia is seeking a caretaker, gate-checking, security, couple or individual with a camper or RV. Campground provided with hookups and free Wi-Fi. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] for details.

A MATURE COUPLE is needed for 13 hours of light farm work/13 hours housekeeping per week. Exchange for a 5-year-old, three bedroom/two bathroom house with appliances on one acre in beautiful, rural Chattahoochee Hills that is only 25 miles from Atlanta, GA. You will need your own transportation and income. Nonsmokers, excellent references, and pets are acceptable. Please send a letter with your contact info to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Guatemala

OPPORTUNITIES TO VOLUNTEER with Buenas Cosas. We are a cooperative of Guatemalan women, a registered Guatemalan non-profit and a pending 501(c)3 – an association of family, friends and neighbors who serve their community and nature. Every cent that enters our programs and projects goes directly to communities, programs and projects that cultivate good things, buenas cosas. Volunteers work four hours per day, five days per week and assist as needed. Your help will be needed in any of our projects, chickens, gardens, goats, general up-keep and maintenance. You’ll be assigned where you’re needed most. Please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

Hawaii

A RANCH ON THE BIG ISLAND, HI (North Kohala, near Hawi) is seeking a special individual or couple for year-round caretaking in exchange for rent-free living. The candidate should be retired, with military, mechanical or engineering experience, with a secure income or pension. The primary responsibilities include monitoring and minor repair of structures and systems and the coordination of outside professionals. The spacious caretaker house features a full master bedroom and bath, indoor-outdoor living room and dining-kitchen area. Utilities are provided. Applicants will receive a background check and drug screening. If interested, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

SEEKING A LONG-TERM CARETAKER COUPLE (can be twenty-something’s to forty-something’s) to caretake our beachfront farmstead on the Big Island of Hawaii starting January1, 2014. This is a live-in, property management, work/trade position for room and board, with a stipend, on an off grid, eco-sustainable organic farmstead. We need a couple who are mature, health conscious, drug free, responsible, energetic, disciplined, fit, stable, and committed to deep ecology, and Permaculture. We are an off grid eco sustainable organic farmstead that incorporates organic sustainable, agro ecology, Permaculture, agro forestry, and regenerative agriculture in order to live within the means/carrying capacity of the land and within the earth fair share ecofootprint, so we co-create/responsibly steward a more fair, sustainable, and healthy planet. We live more simply so others (human and other species) can simply live. Rick is a physician and needs help so that he can finish writing a book and educate rather than medicate about creating a fair, responsible, healthy and sustainable Earth. Do you feel the pulse of the planet? Have you heard the voice of Ishmael the Gorilla? The chores involve collecting/chopping coconuts, milking goats (up to five), coppicing nitrogen fixing trees for green manure and fodder, garden/structure maintenance, and making dog food. We use only hand tools such as loppers, bow saws, pruning saws, axes, hatchets and transport fodder, green/animal manures in wheelbarrows and also utilize a pasture part of the day for forage. Bulk organic food, (soy beans, rice, millet, oats, lentils) extra milk, eggs, fruits, veggies and nuts will be provided. The land has panoramic ocean and mountain views (Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa). We are on rain water catchment stored in ferro-cement tanks, drinking water is filtered with a big berkey water purification system, solar hot shower, refrigerator (run by photovoltaic’s), have two “all American sun ovens” solar cookers, three rocket stoves, fuel stove (as a third line back up), wireless internet, surfing four miles away, and snorkeling one mile away. County bus transportation is two dollars. Live local, think global and be hopeful. We are living in interesting times when mother nature is colliding with father greed, which is creating grand scale havoc on all beings lives. This could be a great opportunity to create grand scale positive shifts. To learn more, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

WORKING ALPACA RANCH on the Big Island of Hawaii needs a responsible couple/small family to manage the operations on our 15 acres for at least one year, beginning mid-March 2014. Responsibilities include the care of animals, mowing pastures, and shipping supplies/products. Work is 10 – 15 hours per week. This is a secluded/private location within one mile of a village, and a 30 minute drive to a bigger town. The beach is a 30 minute drive. The residence is a well-built “Tiny House” that looks out onto a 180 degree ocean view. There is a queen bed below and two twins in a small loft. There is a full kitchen. Please contact the owners for more information, by emailing [Contact info available to subscribers]

LOOKING FOR A LONG-TERM CARETAKER COUPLE, who are smoke and drug free, and hardworking. Farm, homestead, and gardening experience preferred. References required for a 13 acre property on the coast in Hawaii, Big Island. We have poultry, sheep, gardens, fruit trees, and live in a rustic off-the-grid home. There is an opportunity to earn some income. We are asking 15 hours a week of work for a place to live. Owners live on the property. To apply, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER WANTED in remote Waipio Valley, Hawaii. We are looking for a couple for our riverfront three acre property, in exchange for weekly hours of outdoor physical labor in landscaping and building. You will live in separate caretaker’s quarters. The owners don’t live on the property. A 4WD vehicle and references required. Cell phone and internet via cell phone hookup on site. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Iceland

[Contact info available to subscribers] VOLUNTEERS needed at the local municipality in Patreksfjörour, in the West Fjords. Volunteers will be beautifying the town of Patreksfjörour and surroundings by maintaining walking paths, planting trees and taking care of green areas. The West Fjords are among the most breathtakingly beautiful places in Iceland, with its high mountains and dramatic fjords cutting deep into the landscape. The Lonely Planet travel guide actually put the area on its top 10 list of regions in the world to visit in 2011. Patreksfjörour is a typical fishing village with a population of about 800. It is the biggest town in the southern part of the West Fjords. Patreksfjörour got its name from its first settler, whose spiritual guide was St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. Somewhat fittingly it was in this fjord that the first potatoes were cultivated in Iceland in the 18th century. The town is located on the shores in the south of the West Fjords and is surrounded by mountains that offer endless opportunities to enjoy nature and wilderness during all seasons. Although the locals here are great, it is the nature that attracts visitors. For understandable reasons as well: it is untouched and almost uninhabited. The cliffs and valleys are packed with birds, the uninhabited fjords offer a moment of silence and tranquillity, and the Arctic fox proudly roams the mountains and inlets. The waterfalls are high and the streams pure. The distances are long and the fjords are deep. And then there are places where there are no roads at all. Volunteers should have a motivation for working outdoors and be prepared to experience different kinds of weather. There will be countless opportunities to discover the area by foot or to hike the surroundings; the location is surrounded by stunning nature. Our hosting partner will organise free time activities in the area; for instance visiting the local swimming pool, horseback riding and/or kayaking. We will probably do some painting jobs as well and various other tasks that need to be done around town. The working plan will be flexible and it will depend on the needs of our local host and the advance of the diverse projects in the area as well as weather conditions. The weather conditions in Iceland are unpredictable, be prepared to experience all kinds of weather and be sure of bringing warm clothing since most of the work will take place outdoors. [Contact info available to subscribers] volunteers will be hosted in a local house in a sleeping bag accommodation. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Food supplies will be provided and a kitchen will be available. Volunteers will share the duties of cooking and cleaning. Do not forget some traditional/typical food from your home country for an international evening. To learn more, please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Caretaker Profile

“Revelations” of an Oregon Coast Caretaker Date of Birth: 5/14/53 Interests: Lighthouses, marine fauna and flora, bird-watching, hiking, writing, emancipatory media Quote: “I do not want to spin silly tales for money; I want to write about revelations.” – Jack Kerouac

Catherine J. Rourke

I was turning 60 and turning over more than just a new decade; it was time to turn over a new leaf in my way of life. Too young for Social Security and too old to get hired for most jobs, I turned to The Caretaker Gazette to liberate me from the proverbial rat race and rent treadmill. In the documentary film “Random Lunacy,” globe-trotting free spirit Poppa Neutrino, says, “Rent is the thing that beats us.” He claims it kills our dreams, passions and creativity. Mortgages, maintenance and utilities keep us shackled to the yoke like wage slaves for most of our lives, he explains, robbing us of our freedom. We become slaves to the house and utility companies. I couldn’t agree more. And The Caretaker Gazette offered a key to open the door to that freedom. After 34 years of award-winning journalism, I found myself laid off like thousands of other reporters as newspapers folded across the country. For years I had spun silly tales for money – regurgitating police blotters and press releases. I wanted to transcend body-bag journalism with its high-speed chases to write about revelations instead – topics that make a difference and help people. Working as a contractual book editor for companies like Amazon.com kept me afloat, but I yearned to write my own book on women’s health, having conducted extensive research for over 10 years on the epidemic of reproductive disorders. But I needed a time-out from the constant frenetic deadlines to finish the exposé I had started some years ago. I subscribed to The Caretaker Gazette and patiently kept an eye on the listings for some time. I was looking for a lighthouse keeper position because the ocean inspires my creative process. I had also started a book of “revelations” about how to face uncertainty with joy instead of fear. Writing “Keeper of the Light” near a shining beacon of hope seemed like a great idea. But I lacked a pilot’s license and the handyman skills the few scant lighthouse ads required. So I continued to subscribe, knowing that one day the perfect situation would appear. And then one day it finally did. When I saw the ad for a caretaker on the Oregon coast, I knew I was home. The owners needed someone to keep an eye on their lakeside property, situated a mile from the ocean, while they were gone for several months. Working at home on a laptop as a book editor and writer meant I could be a constant companion for their dog Lucy, a yellow Labrador retriever, since she was unable to accompany them on their distant travels. I responded to the ad, submitting references and background checks. Then I drove to the property for an interview since I was already residing in Oregon and Lucy chose me out of numerous applicants. It was a dream come true: my own beautiful spacious furnished guesthouse with several huge windows overlooking a lake just a mile from some of Oregon’s most spectacular coastline. Free rent, utilities and Internet in exchange for living in paradise, caring for a lovely property and a delightful dog. I arrived in the spring to serve as Lucy’s companion and we became best friends. Every day we go beachcombing or swimming in the lake. I check the watering system and the mail and keep an eye on the property. A caretaker makes all the difference in deterring burglars as well as bears and other critters while folks are traveling! From my windows I see herons and wild geese, an occasional eagle and hear the most amazing and beautiful birdsong. At night I listen to a chorus of frogs singing their hearts out under a blanket of stars. It’s a tranquil setting and a true writer’s paradise. I watch whales, waves, sea lions and seagulls at the nearby beaches, all an inspiration for my creative writing. And it is just minutes to “the world’s most photographed lighthouse” – spectacular Heceta Head Lightstation, perched on a spectacular cliff high above the crashing waves. Sitting there with my notepad, I am writing revelations that can make a difference and maybe even save a life one day. Sure, I’m still editing books to earn a living. But gone is the overwhelming pressure since I can pick and choose the books and authors. Right now I’m working with an author in Australia, another in London and one in the Deep South, helping them craft their revelations and messages for the world with enough time to focus on mine as well. As a publishing expert no longer trampled by multiple deadlines, I have the time to create a blog and webinars. The income that housing and utilities used to evaporate now goes into savings – investing in my future instead of the landlord’s. I like to paraphrase Virginia Woolf by saying that “a woman needs a room of her own” – from The Caretaker Gazette! – “if she is going to write…” My tour of duty here ends in September so I am seeking my next position through the Gazette, somewhere on the Oregon coast, or any coast, so I can continue to write about revelations. Maybe that dream lighthouse position will turn up… one never knows what ads will appear each week. For now, I’m living my dream, thanks to the Gazette. I think Poppa Neutrino would approve!

Lakeside on the property with “Lucy”

Idaho

CARETAKER WANTED for a remote North Idaho ranch that has all utilities and a phone. There is a good garden spot, with spring water. Must be a self-starter. There are not many jobs in this area, so you must have your own income. Prefer someone with experience with cattle/horses and mechanical abilities. Must enjoy solitude. This is a gorgeous setting, with an idyllic lifestyle. Hunting and fishing are in the area, and there is no hunting allowed on the ranch. A nice home and some utilities will be provided. Please email your qualifications with email address and phone number to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Italy

ESTATE MANAGER NEEDED in Italy, close to Lucca. Must be English speaking with good Italian, plus Spanish or Chinese preferable, sought as a couple or separately. Accommodation provided. Applicants need good qualifications and/or experience. The Estate Manager will oversee this and other European properties so needs experience of house and staff management, construction and renovation projects and have the flexibility to travel. This position offers long-term potential for candidates who are well-spoken, professional, reliable and dog-lovers. Please send a covering letter and your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Japan

FRUIT PICKERS NEEDED. We are growing various kinds of fruits all year round and doing fruit picking as a business here in Yamanashi, Japan. Mt. Fuji is located here in Yamanashi. We have nice accommodations for all volunteers; we created four bedrooms downstairs and two Japanese tatami rooms upstairs. In each room, we put a bunk bed so that eight people can stay downstairs and possibly six to eight more people can stay upstairs. We created two shower rooms, a mini-kitchen, two toilets, and a washroom and provided all necessary items such as a fridge, microwave, bikes for all volunteers, two washing machines and so on. If you want to know more about us, and see photos you can visit our volunteer page that I created in English at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Maine

A PRIVATE MAINE ISLAND with a 100+ year old small working farm is looking for the right couple to fill two salaried year-round positions with benefits. One position is for the Staff Cook who prepares breakfast and lunch for the island staff and has other duties. The other is for someone with boating, mechanical and handyman skills. Ideal candidates will be adaptable, versatile, flexible, hardworking, honest, have good communication skills, be team players, self-starters and have the ability to “figure it out”. Benefits include housing, insurance and paid vacation. Please apply with a letter of introduction, work history and three references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mexico

FREE FOOD AND ACCOMODATION available for a few hours of work on a beautiful Mexican beach! First we need a chef as soon as possible! Urgent! We are a camping and trailer park with over thirty years of experience, named Boca Beach, located on a beach called Boca de Iguanas in the state of Jalisco, on the west coast of Mexico.(three hours from Puerto Vallarta). The weather is pretty nice, the beach is beautiful and the ocean pristine and warm all year long. Near here there is another town, typical of Mexico, where you can find, traditional food, nice and interesting people and lots of fun. The food is great here and there is a big selection of it. There are a lot of activities you can do here, among others, like snorkeling, surfing, kayaking, fishing, hiking, tours in this bay and many more in the zone, night bonfires, and many more. We offer food and accommodation in camping houses in exchange of four to eight hours of work a day (in a friendly environment), five days a week, with two days off. We are looking forward to hearing from you after you visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers]

FARM VOLUNTEERS are needed at [Contact info available to subscribers], an Ashram and Yoga Learning Center set on 42 acres of beautiful mountainside fields and wooded areas. We are working to become completely self-sufficient and we would love your help! [Contact info available to subscribers] offers spiritual aspirants the opportunity to live in the beautiful [Contact info available to subscribers] setting, as well as receive classes and guidance in exchange for service work. Volunteers serve six hours a day, six days a week. Our volunteer program is ideal of service oriented individuals seeking strength, clarity and inspiration on their chosen path. Volunteers who take full advantage of the opportunities offered in Tashirat are able to deepen their practice and enter an intensive experience that can be quite life transforming. We are accepting agriculture volunteers, on a limited basis, to help us out in our greenhouse and other agricultural projects around the ashram. We are also accepting short-term volunteers, with a two week minimum stay and we also accept volunteers who can assist us in classes and tutoring with the children. Volunteers should go to [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information.

Nebraska

CARETAKER NEEDED in the Stromsburg, NE area. I am seeking a reliable person for a caretaker position in the Nebraska sandhills. A small trailer and electricity will be furnished in exchange for light daily chores. This is a good opportunity for a retired individual. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] for information. A background check and references are required.

Nepal

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED at the [Contact info available to subscribers], Nepal. This organization was established in 2000 and we began serving 16 children from all over Nepal. The main objectives of our organization are to provide shelter, food, proper education, and preparation for vocational and/or college education. We serve children who are homeless, poor, and have been abandoned. For more information about our center and how you can help please visit [Contact info available to subscribers] We accept volunteers from all around the world throughout the year. We are grateful to have you stay as a volunteer for a minimum of one week or as long as you like. You are also welcome to stop by and visit us any time. For more information, please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

New Mexico

A FULL-TIME RANCH COUPLE is needed to care for and maintain a vacation property and provide some personal service to family members when they are in residence. This is a second home to four siblings and their families who utilize the property throughout the year. The woman would need to keep the home clean all year, purchase fresh groceries before arrival, wash laundry, occasional ironing and provide family style meals and BBQ’s when requested. Plant and care for yard, flower gardens and pots. The man would be responsible for the grounds keeping the three acres of landscaped property around homes and various structures on the property. Trim trees, watering plants, mow lawns, maintain sprinkler system, care for and clean several vehicles, and ATV’s. Basic trade skills and mechanical abilities needed for preventative maintenance, basic repairs, and troubleshooting. Assist with washing the windows and heavy projects and other deferred maintenance projects on the inside of the 4,800 sq ft home. Provide airport shuttles and keep accurate accounts and records. They are looking for a cheerful, responsible couple who are friendly but respect privacy and boundaries. Please note the altitude at the ranch is 5,000′. A two bedroom unfurnished house with a patio is provided. Full health and dental insurance and salary commensurate with the job and experience. Please do not contact us or apply if you do not have experience. Applicants must have experience. Please email your resumes and cover letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

I AM AN OLDER WOMAN, living on five mostly undeveloped acres just outside Roswell, NM (yes, that Roswell) who needs help mostly outside, including landscaping (xeriscape), fencing and turning at least half of the property into a site suitable for goats, llamas and chickens, as well as a garden (and, if you’re into cooking or housekeeping, I wouldn’t turn that down either). I also have several older motorcycles (my means of transportation) that could use some TLC if anyone has mechanical knowledge. My priorities currently are repairing barbed-wire fences, building a chicken coop, putting in a vegetable garden, some outdoor plumbing, and others as needed. You’d get a private room (shared bath) in my home, and could work as many or as few hours a day as you’d like. I’m not a cook, and I work very odd hours, so I’ll buy your food but for the most part, it’ll be up to you to cook. The help will be nice, but just meeting interesting folks (which is what I’ve done lately) is the best part. I’m also a font of knowledge about what there is to do in New Mexico (aside from Roswell aliens) and would give you lots of time to explore. My only restrictions are no pets (I have two very old cats), firearms, drugs and smokers must smoke outdoors only. For more information, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

THIS IS AN HISTORIC HIPPIE COMMUNE from the 60’s, which has become a working permaculture farm for vegetables, berries, fruit and chickens. The Rio Hondo drains Taos Ski Valley (18 miles away) into the Rio Grande (one mile away). Our fields of grasses, sage, pinion pine and juniper look up to the Sangre de Christo Mountains and down on the Rio Hondo gorge. We live and teach self-sufficiency, have a large adobe solar home and shop, outbuildings, greenhouse, and root cellar. We love art, music, beauty, simplicity, natural healing, and helping one another attain skills to live successfully in challenging times. We’re happy to share teaching and learning farming and survival skills with others who are open, flexible, and independent. We accept a limited number of farm helpers but are always open to meet new people and to talk. Experience is great yet a solid work ethic and genuine interest in sustainable agriculture are more important. A good helper should be able to listen to directions, but also be innovative and take initiative. Farming in the northern New Mexico climate is challenging and full of surprises, so it’s difficult to set regular, daily task schedules most times of the year. Thus, we are looking for people who are flexible and adaptable, who can focus on one task and then quickly change gears to something else. This includes the ability to work different schedules at different times. We expect a solid twenty-five hours per week, and offer flexible down-time to pursue your own interests here or in the culturally rich nearby village of Taos and New Mexico itself. This experience is more than farming. New Buffalo is also about living and working together in a group setting. Though there are no children at the moment, we are already a diverse group of people in terms of age, and the ability to work and live in a multi-generational setting is a must. We are looking for people with the emotional maturity and communication skills to be able to discuss issues that might arise with honesty and compassion. At the moment we are hoping to fill a few, very specific, longer-term positions. The first, ideally at least a four-month minimum, is for part-time farming and part-time housekeeping that would include food and a private room in the main building. The housekeeping tasks are fairly light, but helping to manage the main building is a must, and could involve helping occasional guests, workshops, or retreats. The second position or rather, positions would be another four-month minimum stay, preferably from June through September. Ideally, a couple would fill this position and live in a comfortable two-room adobe attached to our new 900′ greenhouse. There is also a very rustic, plumbed space which could be developed into a kitchen. This position would be mostly farming and includes daily management of the greenhouse attached to the facility. Work could be shared between two people, but a genuine interest in small-scale, regenerative agriculture is a must. If any of these situations seem interesting, please write to us and we would be happy to discuss it further and answer any questions. Please mail your letter to [Contact info available to subscribers]

New York

LONG TERM CARETAKER / PROPERTY MANAGER wanted for a 4,000 acre timber and hunting preserve in the Adirondacks. The job includes cabin and road maintenance, rental and general property management, equipment maintenance, property monitoring, and ideally timber operations. The owner is sustainable forestry and conservation oriented. The caretakers must be in good health, enjoy working in rough terrain, and have experience living in the woods. Five plus years of heavy equipment or logging experience a must; hunting or forestry background a plus. Compensation will be consistent with the region, in the form of on-site living (1,600+ sq ft cabin) and salary. The preserve is located in Chesterfield, NY: mountain peaks, streams, and water frontage on a large pond. References and background check required. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

ESTATE MANAGER needed ASAP in Great Neck. Responsibilities will include the day-to-day running of the residence to maintain standards and efficiency, identifying maintenance and repair projects, scheduling and supervision of household installations, trades and vendors for interior and exterior elements, seasonal projects, maintaining and budgeting total property expenses including third-party expenses, taxes, utilities, etc. calendar management, coordinate and assisting with event planning, manage and monitor household inventories, kitchen pantries, household budgets and staff payrolls, 24 hours emergency response and maintaining security of the property, regular work progress reporting, expense reporting and general close communication with principals, social event organization and supervision, supervision of the household staff, opening and organizing of household mail, scheduling vehicle maintenance and car washes, and handling of special requests and related duties as needed. This job requires a minimum of ten years experience working full-time in private service with experience in hands-on household work and knowledge of all areas of property management. Salary will vary depending on experience. There is a possibility of sponsorship for foreign candidates. Please email your resume and references and mention that you are applying for Position Number [Contact info available to subscribers]

MANAGER/CARETAKER WANTED. An animal shelter with a “no kill” charter in upstate NY seeks a caring, creative, organized, experienced person/couple with multiple skills to manage, hire, oversee, repair, groom, do a little of everything to keep residents safe and happy. Please email your resume and requirements to [Contact info available to subscribers] with [Contact info available to subscribers] in the Subject Line. Thanks.

New Zealand

[Contact info available to subscribers] is New Zealand’s number one tourist destination and we are offering two people the amazing opportunity to spend some time here, right in Fiordland National Park. We are offering food and accommodation in exchange for four hours a day help in turning over the lodge (making beds, cleaning and other odd jobs). Milford is extremely remote and unique but most of all beautiful! This is for an immediate start only and a minimum stay of 10 days. If you are available now please call us at [Contact info available to subscribers] with your phone number. We look forward to hearing from you.

WE NEED HELP WITH CLEANING. Would you fancy working in Hanmer Springs? Hanmer Springs is a small town in the Canterbury region of the South Island of New Zealand. We are looking for some help over the summer period. Our campground is nestled in the forest about one kilometer from the hot pools in Hanmer Springs. It is a small quiet site and we are looking for someone to help with cleaning and a bit of light gardening, etc. We can offer you accommodation with free washing facilities and Wi-Fi in return for 14 hours per week each. If you are interested please send an email to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Nicaragua

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED. My name is Celine, a 29-year-old French lady who is living near the city of Leon, Nicaragua. I would like to tell you a little story, so pay attention please: I have purchased land in a little authentic fishing and surfing village in Nicaragua called Jiquilillo, in order to start a non-profit project for children and teenagers. This village is beautiful. I bought some land and I would like to build a playground area and an art school. Currently everything is in process, the more help I get, the faster we’ll be, and obviously the sooner my social non-profit project will be done. It is not an organization. I am doing everything on my own. I have a lot of ideas in mind but I need people to make them real. It would be great to get some construction workers with experience, carpenters, painters, etc. and naturally some engineers. Child lovers with no experience are also welcome. My idea is that every single child develops his/her creativity, imagination, etc. to give them a chance to learn art, painting, languages, jewelry making, dancing, playing instruments, circus stuff, cooking and many other things, that are totally possible to learn in another country but not here. I would like to give them a place where they could play freely, learn skating, climbing on a bouldering wall, play ping pong and table football, as extra activities after school, as they have plenty of time and expect to make the most of it. I first need volunteers who are able to help me to build a concrete skate bowl, a wooden climbing bouldering wall, a ping pong table and many other games. Also, renovate an eleven meter long school bus which actually will be the volunteering place initially. The bus will consist of a five bed sleeping area, and another area for a kitchen shared with a table and some seats. Work will consist in painting the interior part of the bus and install all the facilities. Currently, there is just a toilet and a shower and an open rancho where a campsite can be placed, with hammocks, a gas cooker, seats, etc. Naturally you must be a nature lover. It is all I can provide now because everything needs to be built, but once the construction is finished, it would be a lovely, colorful and artistic place where everyone will be welcome. Once the bus is done, volunteers will be given shelter in exchange to 3/4 every day hours giving language, art, and yoga classes. The place offers lots of opportunities for the volunteers during their free time such as surfing, climbing volcanoes, fishing, etc. so, if you are an adventurous traveler who feels like helping me to give a better future for the children, I can offer you a place to stay if you give me a hand with the project and make a better world. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

North Dakota

LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO HELP with roundups in south central North Dakota. Will need to fix fence, doctor, feeding some, administering shots, and miscellaneous chores. This could be possibly long-term for the right person. House provided. To apply, please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Norway

INTERESTED IN SELF-SUFFICIENCY? Want to help build a community? Love the sea? On an organic farm a few hours north of Oslo, our collective is for anyone keen to learn, share ideas, and work hard. We are building a sailboat and when she is finished (we aim for late 2013), we want to sail the world, visiting other eco-villages, collecting knowledge and traveling in the most eco-friendly way possible. Anyone who helps us out will have the chance to join our crew. We also work on the farm, building up the infrastructure to create a stable base for our community. We live with our dog, the farm cat and some (very) free-range chickens. We keep bees and make jam; this year we harvested our first crop of potatoes and planted next seasons raspberries. Eventually we hope to grow all our food. We want to create a place that will continue to flourish, where crops, thoughts, adventures, and of course boats, can grow! We ask for a minimum commitment of thirty days, with a week-long trial period. We welcome anyone as long as you are happy to work hard and help out where needed. There are enough beds for eight volunteers and the schedule is Monday to Friday, with approximately eight to nine hours of work a day. Please bring your pets if you can! Boat work is predominantly during the winter and jobs include welding the deck, installing the engine, sewing the sails, constructing the mast and fitting the interior. If you have any particular skills in these areas, please let us know. On the farm you may be asked to do anything from plowing and harvesting to jam making, roof building, beekeeping, digging, painting, or grinding the barley for our morning porridge. It is guaranteed that you will be asked to cook; our diet is vegetarian and we try to eat only seasonal food, grown as locally as possible. On the weekends there are forests and mountains to explore, and we have skis, tents and bikes available for those who want to go adventuring. Come help us out and join our tribe of sea-gypsies! Please send an email to [Contact info available to subscribers] explaining why you would be interested in our community and please place this in Capital Letters in the Subject Line: [Contact info available to subscribers] so we know you have been reading our description here. Thanks.

Ohio

FULL-TIME CARETAKER NEEDED at the Toledo Botanical Garden. You will be responsible for security, maintenance, and visitor services support. Please mail your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] We are an equal opportunity employer.

A NOVELTY, OH FAMILY seeks a full-time live-out Housekeeper for their home and family that consists of two older teens and a loveable dog. This really nice family has a large, beautiful home filled with priceless possessions; they need someone with experience in caring for upscale homes and possessions. Responsibilities will include general and detailed housecleaning, organization of supplies and closets, errands, clothing care, and possibly some assistance in serving at dinner parties. Must know how to care for marble, granite, crystal, silver, etc. They employ a laundry person as well as other staff employed. No smoking. Sunday and Monday off. Hours Tuesday through Thursday 11am to 8pm. Friday 9am to 5pm. and Saturday 11am to 4pm. Salary to $60,000 and includes benefits. If interested, please submit a resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Oklahoma

TOP RANCH FOREMAN WANTED to maintain my ranch in Osage County, Oklahoma and take care of steers, winter and summer. Applicants need to be 40+ years old. Please reply to [Contact info available to subscribers]

RANCH HAND WANTED. Must be responsible with long time experience in cow/calf and ranch operations. The location is in northern Oklahoma. Current and past long-term, solid work references required. Qualified applicants only. Please send applications to [Contact info available to subscribers]

MOBILE HOME PARK MANAGER needed in the Oklahoma City area. This is an excellent employment opportunity for a suitable couple to manage a mobile home community in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. Duties include collecting, depositing rents, coordinating move inspections/evictions, RV rentals, home purchases, enforcing park rules and overall management and maintenance of mobile home communities. Bilingual in Spanish and English will be a plus. We are looking to fill this position immediately. Compensation will be a salary, plus housing and commissions. Please fax your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers] We are an equal opportunity employer.

Oregon

DO YOU LOVE PEOPLE AND HOSPITALITY, the outdoor Western life style as well as rural living in a breathtaking spot? If so, our small destination Oregon Inn is looking for a mature couple and possibly one other person to help run our seasonal business. We specialize in “glamping” in authentic tipis along with a small restaurant. We have many wonderful reviews! Successful applicants will be hands-on in all phases of our business and are those who possess most (if not all) of the following: extroverts who love hospitality, are service and detail oriented, team players with strong time management skills, able to cheerfully anticipate guest needs, have some culinary experience/foodies, strong cleaning skills, are computer savvy, with photography adobe Photoshop helpful. Must be non-smoking and problem solving. Couples or singles with experience and no children or pets preferred. In return we offer a monthly stipend, tips, RV housing (or bring yours), day off, all living expenses plus many other perks. Please reply to [Contact info available to subscribers]

LOOKING FOR HONEST, experienced, responsible husband and wife duo, to caretake our two vacation rentals in beautiful Brookings, OR by the ocean, March 2014 through October 2014. Any additional hours would be compensated by an hourly wage. We would provide a place for your newer RV on site, including water, sewer, garbage and electric in exchange for 15 hours work per person, each week. Her duties would include cleaning two homes at least weekly during busy season and greet guests. He would use our riding lawnmower and maintain lawns and general light maintenance as assigned. Ideal employees would be in good health, good with people, and who would like to spend their spring and summers in a beautiful but mild climate. Please email us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Pennsylvania

PART-TIME GROUNDSKEEPER/HANDYMAN WANTED in Bucks County. Large acre, non-working farm needs responsible, skilled person to maintain grounds, service pool, perform house repairs and coordinate with repair and service people. Must be responsible, knowledgeable and have excellent communications skills. Experience with construction/electrical/plumbing and/or carpentry a plus. Salary will be commensurate with experience and abilities. Please email me at [Contact info available to subscribers]

CARETAKER COUPLE needed for a large estate in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, midway between Philadelphia and New York City. Duties include landscaping maintenance, housekeeping, minor farming, and animal care, lawn and pool maintenance. Benefits include health and dental insurance, an apartment, auto, and vacation. Must have experience. Salaries negotiable. Please send your resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

A GLADWYNE, PENNSYLVANIA JEWISH FAMILY seeks a couple for their new casual home. The family includes four children ages 13, 11, 7, and 4, but no pets. This is an outstanding family with a history of keeping staff for a long time. You will be replacing an employee who was with them for six years because of their move to a new, larger home. They have also employed a full-time nanny for the past 11 years. Responsibilities of this position includes healthy meal preparations, menu planning, serving, and clean-up; all housecleaning; chauffeuring of children; running errands; laundry and ironing; gardening; home security; some record keeping; decorating for parties; caring for guests; organization of closets and supplies; and caring for marble, antiques, paintings, interior windows, crystal, metals, the spa, and other high-end items requiring specific knowledge. They will not accept smokers and offer Sundays and Mondays off. They will train you on how to do kosher cooking. Previous experience working in a home of wealth or equivalent in professional training is required. Salary commensurate to skills (up to $110,000) and experience and includes a 1,058 sq. ft. apartment with private entrance as well as half contribution towards health insurance, six paid holidays, and two weeks’ paid vacation each year. If interested, please submit a resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

Peru

LODGE VOLUNTEERS WANTED. Our lodge is in the Inca town of Ollantaytambo, gateway to Machu Picchu in the Sacred Valley of Cusco, Peru. It is a small (eight rooms) quality Bed and Breakfast located in the pedestrian Inka streets of the village. We currently are looking for responsible help; can be a couple or a single person. We do work exchange with responsible, tidy people who help with reception, breakfasts, checking rooms, sometimes answering email, luggage pick-up and other work as required. 30 hours a week in return for Bed and Breakfast. We also supply lunch most days. Accommodation is in nice hotel rooms with private bath. A key element of the job is to empower local staff with regard to speaking English as well as computer and administrative skills. One thing to realize is that working hours usually include Sundays, when local staff prefer to be with their families. We prefer to work with long term volunteers, preferably three months or more, though we will consider shorter term stays of two months for well-qualified helpers or at certain times. You must speak some Spanish and fluent English, be personable, tidy and have good attention to detail. It doesn’t cost much to live here if you are on a budget. We are also interested in people with carpentry, maintenance, gardening and marketing skills, preferably as part of the long-term help. You must be hard-working and enthusiastic like us! To learn more and to contact us, please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

Portugal

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED at [Contact info available to subscribers], an Eco-project and Open Learning centre, a project from the Happiness Everywhere association. Tribodar is born out of a dream of reconnecting with nature and ourselves, to share knowledge and experience with each other, and to live a sustainable life. We receive volunteers and guests from all over the world, who come to help in the creation of this project, and to participate in our open learning/non-formal education activities. Permaculture including natural building, natural gardening, food forest and healing are our main focuses. We have activities on a regular basis such as meditation, yoga, talking circles, improvisations of music and dance. We are located 3km from Nisa, in the district of Portalegre in the North Alentejo of Portugal. To learn more and to see photos, please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Seychelles

URGENT! Looking to hire a caretaker couple for six months in Seychelles – gardening, maintaining the place, paying the utilities bills, and making sure it is secure. Free board – just take care of the place, serious, reliable and experienced only please. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] with your resume and pictures.

South Dakota

LOOKING FOR A TRUSTWORTHY, RELIABLE, clean couple or single person as a house sitter for my home in Lake Preston, South Dakota. I have a very nice home, well maintained and fully furnished. The home has new central heat and air, new windows siding and roof. The house sitter will be responsible for heating – which is very efficient natural gas. The house is very comfortable, with very good covered parking. Located in a small rural town, quiet and safe with very good services. Brookings, a college town, is 30 minutes away; and it is 90 minutes to Sioux Falls. No clutter inside or outside. No storage. The house is currently for sale. Please call me directly at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Tennessee

SEEKING CARETAKER, CAREGIVER with Alzheimer credentials, for a very special octogenarian who still loves having fun, staying busy, shopping at auctions or antique malls, or working in the yard. Must like dogs, only one, but also very special (sorry, no additional pets allowed). A beautiful room, board, and salary commensurate with skills, will be provided. Non-smoker, non-drinker, bondable, able to pass thorough background check, drug test. Clean MVR, as you would be driving her for groceries and outings. Individual preferred, will consider couple with one working outside the home. Located in southern middle Tennessee. Please respond to [Contact info available to subscribers] with resume, references and contact information.

A MEMPHIS HOUSEHOLD is seeking an administrative household manager to supervise one housecleaner, chef, and caretaker. Other responsibilities will include being their personal assistant, taking care of vendors, returns to stores, planning travel itineraries and managing all the paperwork found in a wealthy home for national entertainer. You will also be responsible for planning entertainment affairs for them. To apply please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Texas

CARETAKER NEEDED to take care of a beautiful old ranch house located out in the country. Person/persons would get to live in a 5,000 square foot house in exchange for $300 a month plus some upkeep on the house. The upkeep would include painting, chopping wood, and putting in ceramic tile in kitchen. If you are interested in being out in the fresh air and drinking pure underground spring water with no pollution and no city noises please give me a call at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Thailand

VOLUNTEER TO HELP at [Contact info available to subscribers]. We are looking for volunteers who will participate with their heart, are motivated and willing to help! Volunteering for us is an opportunity to integrate with authentic northern Thai culture and looking for people who are open minded and interested in learning the Thai ways of life. These are some of the responsibilities you might have as our volunteer: help with eco project at [Contact info available to subscribers], organic orchards gardening, general maintenance, cooking, shopping, building and making an art project. We need you to be willing and able to take on any work we might have for you! Don’t worry! It’s not too much work every day. Just give us your free hands. You will have your own free times. Volunteers must understand the rules and adapt quickly to the variety of tasks they may be responsible for. Please contact us for more details at Skype: [Contact info available to subscribers] in Thailand.

WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEER(S) (couples and groups also welcome) to work at our dog centre in Bang Saphan, Thailand for one year (we will still accept people for shorter stays of course). We are a small dog rescue centre which cares for 50 plus dogs at our centre and around fifty more at a local temple. We aim to have these dogs adopted within months of their arrival unless they have medical problems, in which case we would keep them at the centre and care for them. We also neuter and treat local street dogs. You would be given your own accommodation (this is only available if you can commit for more than six months) for a year in exchange for helping us in our effort to have all of our dogs adopted within the year and eventually close the centre. Your day-to-day work will include helping with adoptions (spreading awareness), treating and caring for the dogs (feeding, cleaning etc), helping with rescues and fundraising. [Contact info available to subscribers] will still exist once the centre dogs have been adopted but we will only treat and care for the dogs at the temple and on the street beyond this point. Bang Saphan is a well hidden secret and we want to keep it that way except for volunteers who appreciate the natural beauty of Thailand and a peaceful harmonious place to stay that makes you think of paradise. If you would like to come and volunteer with us we will help you organize your trip. We can arrange transportation to the area, advise you on flights, supply information about where to eat and what is good for trips, etc. We don’t charge you for coming to volunteer; we just appreciate your help. Please read the thoughts of past volunteers at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Virginia

HOUSEKEEPER/COOK needed for a Central Virginia residence. Experienced only need apply. Housing and benefits included. A driver’s license is required. To apply, please fax [Contact info available to subscribers]

Washington

SEEKING a mature and professional resident management couple with at least three to five years of management experience of Inn Keeping experience. This is a hands-on position to operate and manage a small motel in the beautiful San Juan Islands of Washington State. We are looking for a hardworking, honest couple to assume the full-time management of our motel – manage a small staff, oversee the front office, reservations, housekeeping, pool care and light maintenance. Compensation includes salary (depends on experience), a one-bedroom apartment with utilities. For a full job description please email [Contact info available to subscribers] You can email or fax your resume and references. Our fax is [Contact info available to subscribers]

SEEKING AN EXPERIENCED, RESPONSIBLE Assistant Estate/Farm Manager to help care for a 400+ acre gentleman’s estate in Western Washington. This is a full-time position to support the Estate Manager in planning, directing and coordinating the operations of the estate, which includes several houses, barns, indoor arena, grounds, roads, fences and all structures on the property. Duties include directing the work of staff; maintaining and repairing equipment; maintaining landscaping, lawns and orchards; caring for livestock (horses, cows, chickens, pigs); maintaining pool, hot tub, fountains, reflecting ponds, etc. If a couple is hired, the spouse could assist with animal care or landscaping. This is a long-term position; applicants must be non-smoking, and drug-free. A background investigation will be done. A driver’s license and references are required. Salary commensurate with experience. Please submit your cover letter and resume to [Contact info available to subscribers]

WORK EXCHANGE available near Sedro Woolley. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a cooperative home, education center and retreat welcoming individuals, couples and families to bring their skills, knowledge, interests and joys to share. We are looking for people who are pleasant to be around and are pretty flexible, hard working and diligent. You’re quite capable of doing a project for several hours by yourself, and you even have a sense of pride in making the quality of your work as good as it can be! You would love to be learning, working and living in a beautiful country spot. Being isolated from the city sounds like heaven and while you may be quiet, you basically like people and enjoy the social opportunities of living in community, too. Maybe you have a skill to teach us, or you’re hungry to learn one of our skills! We love exchanging information and skills. Our place sits on a hill overlooking the Skagit River and Valley, five miles east of Sedro-Woolley towards the North Cascades. The house proper is gigantic, measuring in at about 8,600 square feet, and has many varieties of spaces available for individual and community needs. Our sauna is up and running and we have a solar heated outdoor bathing area (as well as indoor bathrooms). We have a flock of chickens, goats, pigs, and gardens. There’s a lot of opportunity to learn about and practice permaculture. We have plenty of outdoor and indoor projects we can use help with depending on interests and experience. Much of the help we need involves physical labor, such as gardening, planting, firewood cutting etc, but we try to keep it at a pace that respects our bodies. We also try to keep the work interesting and relevant to peoples’ interests to build on life skills. For working 30 hours a week we will provide you with a bed and good, healthy food that’s 80% raised here or organic. We can organize your hours in a variety of ways as suits your schedule and needs. In addition, everyone here pitches in with meal preparation and cleanup, and helping to keep common areas clean. There are lots of sleeping spaces in various configurations. Depending on the number of people there may be a private room, shared room, or dorm style sleeping. It’s a fun, friendly household, come join us for a while. To learn more, please visit our website at [Contact info available to subscribers]

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED in a rustic resort and retreat center in the San Juan Islands. Your primary job functions might include but are not limited to weeding, care and maintenance of landscaped areas, maintenance and development of campsites and trails, and general grounds work. Opportunities exist to get involved in a variety of different projects depending on your skill level and the needs of the resort. Some priority projects include harvesting and utilizing driftwood and other natural materials from the resort property for landscaping purposes, driftwood and cedar fence building, and preparation for our annual summer music festival. For 30 hours of work per week you will receive a weekly stipend of $100 for use in our Cafe and Store (credit – not cash). While in season, produce may be available to you if harvests permit. You will work 30 hours per week with four to five days on and two to three consecutive days off. We offer free accommodations, mostly ground camping in “Tent City.” In the colder months a rustic shared cabin will be provided. You will need to bring your own tent, sleeping bag, bedding, etc. The stay is a minimum of three weeks and up to three months. The first two weeks are a trial period. If interested, please fax your info to [Contact info available to subscribers]

West Virginia

CARETAKER WANTED for a 300-acre mountaintop property/home/wilderness camp in Virginia/West Virginia. [Contact info available to subscribers] is a non-profit organization that provides wilderness adventure programs for disadvantaged children. We are seeking an individual or couple for a non-salaried caretaking position through May, 2014 with the option to extend your stay. Minimal caretaking duties while the camp is closed and the owners are away. References/background check required. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

Wyoming

SNOWED-IN ALPINE WILDERNESS RANCH at 8,200 feet, 50 miles north of Pinedale, Wyoming, 22 miles from nearest plowed road, needs a caretaker. Various length stints are available through June 1. Gorgeous scenery, rich wildlife, indoor plumbing, home-generated electricity, wood heating, radio-telephone and satellite internet. Electrical and mechanical savvy a plus. See [Contact info available to subscribers] for pictures. Responsibilities: 1) be there, 2) keep water running, 3) monitor weather station, 4) feed cat, 5) shovel roof if snow exceeds two feet. No pay, but we supply food, fuels and “utilities”. Snowmobile not provided. References required. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

HELP WANTED on a southeastern Wyoming Cow/Calf Ranch. Needs experienced, dependable help to do general ranch work. Salary will depend on experience. Please send your resume, a list of references and your contact information to [Contact info available to subscribers]

A REMOTE LODGE in the Big Horn Mountains of Wyoming is looking for help. A single person or couple is OK. Maintenance, snow removal, kitchen, housekeeping are included in the varied duties. The property is only accessible by an over-the-snow vehicle in the winter. Base pay plus room and board provided. Can start immediately. To apply, please email your resume and references to [Contact info available to subscribers]

LIVE-IN DOMESTIC COUPLE NEEDED IMMEDIATELY in the Buffalo/Sheridan area. A working ranch near the Big Horns has an immediate need for a full-time Domestic Couple (husband and wife team) to live on-site and provide housekeeping, cooking/serving, grounds keeping/gardening, general maintenance/repairs to the owner’s home, five self-sufficient guest cottages, indoor pool, vehicles, etc. Mechanical aptitude is important as well as computer literacy. Candidates should be fit, healthy and flexible to travel. Should have a cheerful, upbeat disposition and experience dealing with guests. A competitive compensation package including living accommodations and benefits will be provided. Serious inquiries only. References required. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Situations-wanted Ads

Family in Upstate NY looking for a change. Would love to live on your farm/estate in exchange for gardening, cleaning, cooking, canning, animal, lawn-care, and friendship. Homeschooling, drama-free and honest. Rare bunch who stand for faith, family and music. Hardworking. 50 excellent references tomorrow. Must love children. Upstate NY area preferred, but not exclusive. You’ll love us, I promise! [Contact info available to subscribers]

Retired RN seeking year-round caretaker position in the Reno/Tahoe area. Responsible, quiet and organized. Gourmet cook if requested. Ranch and horse care experience! Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

In or near Pittsburgh, Los Angeles, Boston, or Cleveland, this former owner/landlord of a Giant Old House and B&B Purveyor, seeks an average to unique placement. My skill arenas also include: history, gardens, pruning, landscaping, writing, editing, food, clothing, costuming, research, non-profit/community, computers, maps, organizing, holistic health, driving, decor/interior design, and stage performing. I’m a non-drinking female aged 39 who hails from Oberlin Ohio, and has lived in Boston for two decades. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] with questions and for references.

Responsible, trustworthy, amazing young couple looking for a long-term caretaker/house sitting position in Los Angeles area. He works in security for Aerospace in Los Angeles and is a super handyman/computer geek. She manages her family’s Beverly Hills restaurant and is exceptional with management and organization. They love kids and pets, young and old. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers]

Organic gardener caretaker security. Landscape maintenance, animal care, whatever is needed to keep your property functional and productive. Highly responsible, good communicator, self motivated, able to listen and follow directions. 54, non-smoker, drug-free, and in good health. Prefer the Western part of the USA. Reliable non-4wheel drive vehicle. One spayed female outside cat to help keep any rodent problems under control. Previous Caretaker experience. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Couple available for house-sitting in the Latin Americas. Please visit [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mature Female with an MA in business from NYU and a background in architecture, home maintenance and personal assistant work is looking for a three month+ position at a Florida residence ASAP. References and more information upon request. Please contact me by email at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Responsible and Organized Male seeking a caretaking and/or culinary opportunity. In-depth knowledge and experience with Bed & Breakfast Hospitality, cooking, catering, event planning, estate management, and caring for domestic animals. I am healthy, no drugs and non-smoking. Reside in California, but willing to relocate. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Mature, responsible professional woman looking to house sit in the Boston Area all or part of the summer. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers] to discuss options. Flexible and open to location and time.

England, Ireland and Western Europe: Mature professional couple seeks house sitting position beginning in June, 2014. Trustworthy, capable, energetic and reliable. None smokers. Can successfully manage pet and plant care, as well as cleaning, gardening, lawn care maintenance and minor house repairs. Wife can converse in English, Spanish, French and German. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] for additional information and references.

Retired veterinarian available for house and/or pet-sitting in the Triangle area of North Carolina. Open to relocating in March for the right long-term position. I am 43, female, and divorced. I do not drink, smoke, or entertain, and I am responsible, clean, and quiet. If a live-in opportunity arises, I come with three elderly indoor cats and lots of skills. Please contact me at [Contact info available to subscribers] for more information. Thank you!

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen, I am a single male with much knowledge and experience in most areas of Commercial, Residential maintenance and Estate Caretaker. I will give you “Professional” quality work. Can oversee if needed. I bring much to the table. I am honest, conscientious, and reliable. Have served the same family for 16+ years. In need of change, hopefully to the Southern California or Central Florida areas. Will need a salary, separate living space, internet access, and some notice for leaving current position. Please contact [Contact info available to subscribers] Thank you for your interest.

Responsible bi-lingual married couple of 12 years (Chris and Alba Williams) seeking a full-time position as caretakers for an estate, retreat, or hunting resort. Enjoy outdoor work and recreation. Chris is experienced in all activities of farm and landscaping, including heavy equipment, hardscape, stone work, lawn care herbicide and pesticide application, as well as crew management. Knowledgeable about many aspects of construction and able to coordinate activities between the homeowner and contractor. Detail oriented. Accustomed to being in positions of responsibility; self-motivated, and able to set goals and achieve them without direct supervision. Very alert to any needed maintenance and environmental issues. Able to maintain and protect the environmental beauty of the property. Exceptional work ethic. Alba is experienced in domestic, childcare, and farm work, including supervision. Please email me at [Contact info available to subscribers] References provided upon request.

Part-Time Caretaking for Reduced Rent! You receive my caretaking services for up to six (6) hours a week; while I receive a private bedroom for a reduced rent. You also get my positive attitude, high level of detail, great listening skills, respect for your privacy, and my desire to always find a better solution. Partial list of skills: Air or Water filter replacement, sorting and forwarding mail, cleaning pool/spa/waterfall, securing doors/gates, watering, mowing, driving, programming of sprinklers/home-entertainment, managing contractors, escorting visitors, and patrolling the property on foot (I love to walk and hike!!). I bring basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, travel and amateur radio, with advanced knowledge of electronics. I am a Computer Professional working from home, using high-speed Internet and mobile phone. 39-year-old male, very good health, non-smoker, great with pets, clean driving and background records, self-motivated, US citizen with valid passport, fluent English (learning French). Now available anywhere in North America or Europe, preferably long-term. Please contact Josh at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Colorado Caretaking Couple, married 34 years, husband retired Law Enforcement 32 years, wife retired with 32 years management experience, seeking remote house, ranch, off-grid site, or bugout location in Colorado to provide security, pet care, light maintenance, we have our own long term food and supplies, outdoors and animal lovers, with no pets of our own, non-drinkers, non-smokers, just healthy eaters. Please contact us at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Work opportunity sought by mid 30’s healthy female. Skills include horse and farm animal caretaking, housekeeping/laundry, gardening, cook healthy meals, Certified/licensed esthetician and swim teacher. I’m trustworthy, hardworking and can be very creative. (Mostly) quiet and (always) clean environment a must. Rural living conditions preferred, will consider living in a city. Please call [Contact info available to subscribers]

Experienced Carpenter looking for a paid Caretaker position in the northeastern US. I am an old fashioned (old school) carpenter who can do it all. Experienced in buying and selling land to digging all the holes, building the foundation, setting, building and trimming the house through to the last ridge cap and shingle on the roof. I know how to do it all. A working knowledge of electric, HAVC, hydraulics, equipment repairs, pools, lawns, flowers and shrubs. I have been a landlord for 30 years and have maintained a number of income properties for myself and other landlords. I am a pet owner and have cared for and love animals of all kinds. Please contact me at [Contact info available to subscribers]

Professional Organizer / Personal Executive / Travel Assistant available to assist you with business or pleasure trips, moving in/out of your homes, organizing your overseas estates, in-flight escorting of children or elderly, and house sitting. I am a fit, friendly, responsible Canadian, have traveled to 20 countries and am looking for a new career direction after 10+ years running my Professional Organizing business. I have 12+ years experience as a personal assistant and speak some German. Flexible, capable and trustworthy. Please email [Contact info available to subscribers]

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