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Qualicum Beach, British Columbia,

Canada

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Hello,

We, like others, have no desire to be part of the inevitable social upheaval coming down the pike. Luckily, this was foreseen some ago, so, it was out of the burbs, and onto 5 acres, build a big greenhouse, a cabin in the woods, a few animals, and yes, farm organically. Looking after ourselves as much as we can, keeping it closer to home anyway, with considerably more control over the basics of life and a somewhat more mindful stance.

Labour is the pinch. We have the basics. Materials, equipment, land, a good start (foundation & ALL the “bits”) on a 2nd, larger greenhouse (littlun 20x24, bigun 30x55). Between my wife & I we’ve a wide range of experience etc, materials & equipment & more, but doing it alone, that’s the push.

So, we’re looking for a long term alliance. Exchange basis for a nice cozy little cabin in the woods, etc, in exchange for work on our property, building, together, first the cozy little cabin (for you) & finishing off the greenhouse, and we take it from there. For the first month or so, you will have to commute, camp in the ‘back 40’, or whatever (got a camper?), but, set up right, that can be comfortable & we of course will help. It’s got to work for everyone…. Not for the faint of heart, nor the aged. Early 30’s max, thanks. It will be on an exchange basis for the cabin in the woods for a start, then for work in the greenhouse, field and with the animals.

Again, it’s got to work for everyone, so we have got to maintain a balance so that neither is more than minimally indebted to the other. There may be opportunities to make some additional cash, but the basis of this Alliance is security of the basics. Decent clean accommodation and a reliable source of REAL food. Initially one could hold down a job and we work together on your days off. Or, maybe you are a couple and…………whatever, we work it out together and it’s all clearly laid out so that there are no misunderstandings. Mutual respect of person, property, dignity, privacy, value, beliefs, effort. You scratch my back & I’ll scratch yours

We have lots of building & growing to do, and, to keep the social mess that is presently unfolding, ……….at arms length, is, to us, most valuable. If you too see value in a safe little bolt hole (if you will) that covers the basics (plus?), and you have NO DEBT and something of value to offer, please contact us.

We are on Vancouver Island, B.C., Please contact rockrothwell@yahoo.ca

Contact:

Shane
Vancouver Island
Qualicum Beach, British Columbia Canada
Phone: 250-757-8388
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Last Updated:2/9/2009

Visitors Accepted

(That depends....)

Visitor Process: Contact us and we take it from there

Population Adult Members: 2 Child Members: 0 Gender Balance: 50% M 50% F Open to which gender(s): All genders welcome (but need at least one male) Ethnic Diversity: 50% identify as 'non-white' Age Focus: Young Adults Age Restrictions: Yes (Early 30's max, thanks) Which Ages Restricted: Seniors (Sorry...)	Labor and Money Financial Style: Members have independent finances Open to Members with Pre-existing Debt: No Labor Contribution: Expected (Exchange basis for cabin etc etc all subject to disgussion) Join Fee: No (But we are not a charity, we seek able people with talent, at least some resources and NO FINANCIAL LIAILITIES) Regular Fees: Yes (labour)	Land and Buildings Rural Area: 5 acres (2.0 hectares)
Food, etc. Percentage of Food Grown: over 50% (about 70% in summer, 1-5% in winter) Dietary Choice or Restrictions: Diet is up to each individual Dietary Practice: Omnivorous Alcohol Use: Used occasionally	Social Factors Which Spiritual Path(s): Other (Mutual respect)

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