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Seeking Young Couple/Family for long term Alliance
Qualicum Beach B.C, British Columbia,
Canada
 Seeking Community. Seeking an Alliance
Hello,
We, like others, have no desire to be part of the inevitable social upheaval coming down the pike. Luckily, this was foreseen some time 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 (almost finnished) 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
 
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Rock
Qualicum Beach B.C, British Columbia Canada

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This page last updated:1/13/2012
 
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Statement of Housing Non-discrimination:
Housing in our community is incidental to employment and therefore fair housing laws do not apply (though employment discrimination laws may).

Population
Members(adults and children):
2
(middle aged couple)
Non-member Residents:
0
Open to new members:
Yes
Government
Decision Making:
By the community leader
(We work together as it has got to work for everyone)
Labor and Money
Financial Style:
Other
Open to Members with Pre-existing Debt:
No
(Sorry but NO exceptions as we can not afford the liability)
Labor Contribution:
Expected
(Absolutely. Subject to disgussion)
Join Fee:
No
(But we seek people of talent & integrity who are willing to make a commitment)
Land and Buildings
Rural
Area:
5 acres (2.0 hectares)
Land Owned By:
(Private Property)
Food, etc.
Percentage of Food Grown:
(Depends on labour but 50-80%)
Alcohol Use:
Used occasionally
Social Factors
Educational Style(s):
Home schooling
(Home schooling preferred)
 
 


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