I just found WWOOF 30 min ago and this is the first video I'm watching over personal experiences. Thank you! I'm nervous about this, but I never thought I'd find such an amazing opportunity!
Hey Jacob😃 I'm so excited for you to have found WWOOFing! As you heard me talk about, I'm a big fan. You are so right, there are endless opportunities to travel, learn, and meet people thanks to this program. I hope you have a great time wherever you choose to venture!
This was so, soooo helpful. Thank you! My sister and I are thinking of WWOOFing together in Scandinavia. We were looking at it yesterday and both agreed that we should go for it. I slept the best I ever have last night. 😌I feel like this is a necessity for my soul.
+The Magic Crafter That was so beautiful to read Love. Thank you for sharing your journey to that realization🙏🏼 It's inspiring to hear how in tune you are. Keep following your heart, all the best to you girls!💗✨
Thank you. You cleared up alot of questions. I'm 67 yro with alot left in the tank and a more than average amount of experience gardening and have worked in the trades for my since I was 20. I'm pretty sure I could be an asset on most any farm situation. Again thank you for this Vlog. Good Luck in all you do.
You are most welcome Chuck💗 I enjoyed hearing a little piece of your story and too think you could bring a lot to your host farm. I hope you find a good fit!
Recently heard about wwoofing, I’m 17 and kinda feeling a bit lost in life but I feel really called to this organization. This video was so helpful! I’m definitely feeling called towards Hawaii or Italy but I guess I’ll see how it goes! Your advice and way of explaining everyone will be more help to me than you’ll ever know, thank you!
Thanks for this great video Kat! My sister and I are planning to WWOOF around the US for about 5 months starting this summer, and we're just starting the farm search process now. This was super helpful for us to know what questions to ask and how to prepare.
Hi Leah and Claire, that sounds like such a rad adventure! I'm so glad you found the vid supportive, I wish for you tones of fun and learning this summer😘
I loved every second of this video!! I'm just finding out about the WWOOFing culture and I'm very interested in getting involved. This has been the most informative video I've watched. You were very informative and have such a sweet voice that is very easy to listen to. Thank you for all the advice!!
I signed up for wwoofing, however, I ended up just traveling in my van. Glad you had so many good experiences, because, like you said, i have heard some horror stories. I guess it pays to do a ton of research like you did. Wow, i'm impressed, can't believe you traveled around all by yourself.
+RAW FOOD PHILOSOPHY Van life is great too! I did my share of that after WWOOFing actually. Yeah, solo travel was awesome. I did meet ppl along the way that I'd cruise around with.
This video was so helpful! I'm looking into WWOOF'ing and it sounds like such a great experience and opportunity but there are definitely things to know before jumping in. This helped a lot!
Very good video! I have been commuting locally for years volunteering at a wonderful CASA farm. In return I get a full share of produce for each day I volunteer up to 3 days. Now I am relocating to another state. Being able to volunteer at an organic farm is something I want to continue to do. That's what inspired me to look into WWOOF. I truly appreciate such an easy to watch in depth video. New Subby right here! :0)
Thanks Lissa! Sounds like you found a way to incorporate the WWOOFing model into your life there, very cool!👍🏼 I hope you link up with a good farm in your new spot☺️
I'm in my quarterlife crisis right now and I get really anxious about my future (where I'll live and career mostly). I'm struggling through my master degree, getting it done to have at least one diploma that has some value in my field. After watching your video and some others on the wwoofing topic, I really want to give it a try in like 1.5y after I graduate. I did an exchabge year in Japan so going back there for 6mth st least would be awesome, aswell as wwoofing in Australia for 6mth at least. Thanks a lot for your input!! ❤️
You’re so not alone in this. Most everyone goes through a period of life uncertainty/reevaluation. I myself have been through several!😉 It will probably feel really good to get a degree under your belt and I applaud you for the discipline it takes to do that. I hope you have a fabulous trip to celebrate. It will be the closing of one chapter and the opening of another!
hey! i just found out about wwoof yesterday. i've always wanted to travel and this seems like such a great opportunity thanks so much for sharing. i'm only 17 but when i am finished with my studies i just want to get out and explore the world as freely as possible and in my own time. x x x x
I just found WWOOF 30 min ago and this is the first video I'm watching over personal experiences. Thank you! I'm nervous about this, but I never thought I'd find such an amazing opportunity- it is cppied from Jacob Rodrigueze as it is same to my cpmment.
I really needed this , hope ita a positive experience for all the people you just inspired. I was so captivated by your energy and beautiful face. Thank you for this video! 🌻👍
Thank you SO much for this video! I am extremely interested in WWOOFing in Hawaii next year long-term and your insight was so concise and helpful. You are such a radiant and positive spirit :) All the love.
Aloha Alli! I really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. Love to you as well. I wish for you much enjoyment and learning on your upcoming travels!😊💕
Thank you so much for this video, I just signed up for WWOOFing yesterday, found your channel today. Love the content, I realize this is nearly two years old, but you've got a notification team subscriber, and like from me!
Hey Kat, thank you for sharing in such a kind and informative way! This is just what I was looking for as I prep to WWOOF in Hawaii this summer. Totally looking for a vegan friendly farm with lots of learning opportunities! Can't wait to make my nerdy excel list. Great tip.
I’ve been thinking about doing this for a minute and I would love to travel to other countries meet new people make new friends etc thank you for the info I’ll be checking it out very soon 😄
I felt so much light from this video and from your experiences. Thank you so much for sharing this (: Hawaii is where I'd like to start the journey of this. Finding a personal recommendation of a farm would be ideal for me. With being a very passionate vegan, organic fruit farms and being surrounded by work that supports my ethics would be something so refreshingly new and in alignment with my journey to experience. I've yet to travel alone and the idea is so liberating and fulfilling. And not in the sense of just going somewhere to experience the energy, land and culture, but to also be productive and make a positive influence as well by contributing. Money isn't the only form of currency, and woofing really emphasizes that. We all can be a community and sustain together to create an experience unmatched by money. I live very minimal already, and once you decide that owning things isn't appealing and fullfing to you anymore, money starts to loose its demand and appeal as a measure to possibilities
I love your additude gGadget! You are right, travelling alone is probably the most free one could feel. I really enjoyed my time with minimal possessions, operating via energy exchange, I somehow felt a deeper intimacy with my community. Being a raw vegan I too had my preferences as to what an ideal farm would be. I knew for sure that I didn't want one with animals. I was looking for one that I'd be able to eat solely off the land, however wasn't able to find it, and as you heard me mention, it all worked out. The companionship, the land and the accommodations easily made up for that. It sounds like contribution is important to you. I hope that you can find a spot that will appreciate the purity of your intentions. I trust you will align with what is right for you. You have a beautiful outlook! I too feel your light😌✨
Awe that’s so sweet of you. I hope you have a good crew!🙏🏼 In my opinion, doing FaceTime/Zoom/Skype interviews with your applicants is a must for hosts!
That's a great tip. I didn't know such thing as WWOOF, HelpX, or Workaway until I watched your video. It is a nice way to save money on a trip. I would like to visit north of arctic circle next summer if I can come up with enough money to travel and find a cheap place to stay there. I cross my fingers finding a nice place to stay cheaply through searching on WWOOF, Workaway, or HelpX.
Really beautiful to hear you say you are creating your own realty 💪🏼✨ Costa Rica was a neat place to visit, I hope you enjoy as well. Heads up that the rainy season is Oct/Nov!
My pleasure demonicporridge! It’s totally normal to feel anxious trying something outside your comfort zone. That can be the initiation to some really fulfilling experiences though😉
Something that concerned about is how to deal with my current housing. While you’re gone, do you leave your rent paid? Do you legitimately move out while your gone and then find a new place when you go home? What about whatever job you may have back home? I currently work and am in college so I’m not sure I would even have the time to do this. What do you think, kat ?
Good question. That’s really going to depend on your personal situation. Perhaps now is not the best time for you. Maybe consider Wwoofing for your next summer vacation or for after you have graduated. Alternatively, consider doing it for a short time, like two weeks - That way you can maintain your job and housing. You may want to sublet your place while you are gone, or if it’s for a longer period of travel, maybe moving your things into storage (or a friend’s house) and finding a new place upon return would better suit you. I have another video on travel that may help answer some of your questions👉🏼 th-cam.com/video/1aZbELv17S0/w-d-xo.html
Oh my gosh, you are so sweet. That weed story was adorable 😂 Thank you so much for the info! I'm looking to do more traveling and I love the idea of learning how to farm and garden along the way. I'll probably watch this video again and take notes. You're awesome! Best of wishes in all that you do 😊🙏
Wow this is a ton of excellent info and she is just adorable. She's so smart and thorough, she must be Ashkenazi? I don't mean that in a negative way. But I've learned recently that so many incredible thinkers are of that ethnicity.
Happy to hear you got something out of the vid Dave! That’s astute of you. I’ve not taken any DNA tests, but based on my features and my family, that would be my guess as well.
First time in This channel and i have to say this is incredibly helpful. I 've thinking of going abroad and i had some questions that you have answered on this video. This encourages me to keep saving up money. Last thing, i'd like to know where you are from, because i am also interested in going to a country where i am forced to communicate in english so i could brush up on my english skills. Thanks for sharing this!
+Sebastian Marin Hi Sebastian, thank you for taking the time to share such lovely feedback. I'm so glad it was a helpful video and encourage you to keep saving up so you can get on to your Wwoofing adventure! As for me, I am from Canada and am currently residing in USA.
Thank you so much for this super nice and thoughtful video ❤ please can you list the woof locations whwre you went? I would love to follow your footsteps ❤😊
Ha ha...New bugs...Love it! lol I'm an avid gardener and am no longer squeamish about bugs/insects anymore. I actually got over arachnophobia from being a full time gardener. Still jump to high heaven when I see the occasional snake though. I also see soooo many bee, wasp, hornet species etc. and learned so much about them. I don't grow huge gardens anymore but love growing and gardening so much. Now my kids are grown and moved away. I look forward to trying WWOOF. :0)
Yeah gardening will desensitize you to bugs for sure. I chuckled at your comment about snakes😆 They can certainly be startling. One of the neat thing about working with plants is learning about each bug, their value and consequently developing an appreciation for them🙂
Hey Kat, loved this video. Thanks for sharing all that information. I have been seriously planning on wwoofing next year and I had one question though. Honestly, do you even get to travel and explore other parts of the country you're visiting or do you just work on the farm all day? Because I am interested in exploring and travelling as much as I am interested in learning about organic farming so I would like to do both and not just be engaged in farm work all day.
+Samyuktaa Chawla Hi Samyuktaa, great question. I have to say that every farm is different in that regard. One place that I was at was 7am-noon, Monday to Friday and another place was 8am-3pm Monday to Friday for example. A third place I was at was only 20hours a week, but they didn't provide food. Some farms will allow you to work intensely for a bit and then have a week off. Asking about the hours per week and their willingness to accommodate your desires is something to inquire about with each farm manager during the application process.
I'm afraid of bugs. Will this work for me? I'm sure I'm going to run away screaming if i saw any bug bigger than a bee. I'm thinking about wwoofing to somewhere in Europe because I'm from Asia.
It’s unlikely you’ll find farming that doesn’t include bugs. Maybe hydroponic growers?🤷🏼♀️ Or, maybe take the opportunity to step out of your comfort zone a little. There are a lot of critters that are harmless we build up in our minds how scary they are.
Can you tell me if there is a place that there are reviews on these farms especially if it’s not a good place to go to. Like people‘s experiences with these farms. I will only be in the United States. This is a awesome video. I just retired and I am a very healthy 66-year-old and would love to see the United States this way. I’m going solo. And I love to garden but I live in an apartment so it’s hard to do.
I know right, not the most realistic time to travel🤦🏼♀️ Here’s hoping that globally we’ll regain some level of health & freedom in the near future! In the meantime, WWOOFing may still be possible for some. Try exploring your local WWOOF host profiles.
I am just looking into woofing , not sure if it is something I will actually pursue. Can you browse the different woofing options without paying the fee?
You should be able to browse a little, but the info accessible for each farm is limited until you get the membership. Once you get that, you can read their full page.
Hi Carlos, I think WWOOFing is a fantastic option for a post high school gap year! I have heard of farms offering year long stays, yes. Each farm is different though so you’ll have to email your potential hosts and ask.
this is so nice and honest and thorough, thank you! I've been eyeing this program for a few years now, I loved watching people's blogs of their journeys.
thank you, from one kat to another! certainly, it's fun to see the range of experiences that one can have. so neat that documenting and sharing our lives is as common as it is these days. maybe we'll see YOUR wwoof blogs on the net one day!😉
I don't know if you still reply , you've mentioned that it can be up to the host to stay up to 1 year in one farm but I've read that in Canada you can stay a maximum of 4 weeks in one farm unless you have a work visa/permit , can you explain please ?
Timeframes for a stay are going to depend on the host’s preferences IN ADDITION to the legal arrangements of the host’s country + traveler’s country of citizenship. Because there are so many countries and so many factors I wasn’t able to go in depth in this video to explain each region’s laws. Plus, laws change so viewers will have to check on what is most up to date anyway. I’m not sure where you’re from but it may the case that you can only visit Canada for 1-6months without a visa. (Travelers generally cannot stay indefinitely in a country they do not hold citizenship.) This has always been the case but the gvnt may have tightened timeframes recently because of co vid, I’m not sure. IF however you are a Canadian citizen, you can stay on a farm however long they are willing to have you. Hope that helps!
When woofing as a couple or with a friend, should we both create separate profiles or just use one and mention to hosts it’s two parties seeking to help?
Great question Ashley. If you are travelling together I believe it would be just fine to share a profile. I'd be sure to be upfront about that though (ie. photos of you together, bios of each person). Package deal😉
Hi, thank you for making this!! Was there a reason that you chose to do farms in the US? I am considering starting out w the program overseas, is it better to try it local first?
The first farms I WWOOFed at were in Canada and local for me, the ones following were international. I don’t think though that’s it’s necessary to do in such an order. Where does your heart want to be??
+Danielle luvscows Absolutely! This will depending on the farm, your experience and your skill set. If they don't state their time expectation in their description, just email them and ask.
Hey Kat, just wondering when after you sign up if the farms tell you if you will be with other WOOFers or not. I love meeting new people and would preferably like to work with others!
Hi Pete, you first sign up for the membership. This will give you access to all the farm profiles in your selected region. From there you can read their profiles to find out how many WWOOFers they host at a time. If it's not mentioned you can contact them via email to ask. Signing up to the WWOOF website does not sign you up to a farm. You have to arrange that with them directly.
HI There we live in South Africa. We looking to volunteer on any farm or hostel. Do we first get the job to motivate the visa or is woof.. a resource to get the visa first. How do we go about this first. Please help.
WWOOF has nothing to do with visas. This is not technically work as there is no money exchange involved. Whatever the rules are for standard travel (like how long you can stay) will likely be the same for when you WWOOF.
Thanks for such a really helpful video! I noted that you said you WWOOFed somewhere where you were the only WWOOFer and you were mainly doing work in their backyard. This is similar to what I'm going to be doing this summer in Spain. I was wondering what was your experience like being on your own and did you ever get bored? haha, thanks so much!
I didn't get bored, no, but every person is going to be different with this right? For myself I was coming out of a long time of being in school and therefore around a lot of people on a consistent basis. I was looking for a period of solitude to balance this out. I did make an effort to explore the area and I also had internet so I was able to stay connected with others. Enjoy your summer in Spain!❤️
I was wondering after you schedule a wwoofing location do you book a plane ticket and just go or do they help you with the plane ticket? Also do you have any information about bringing animals?
I’ve never heard of a farm helping with a plane ticket. Typically wwoofers make their own travel arrangements. You’d have to contact the farm host directly to ask if they’re willing to let you bring a pet.
Hey there. Me and partner are planning to be skoolie dwellers and are wondering if we could park our short bus on the land? We would LOVE to do this before applying for membership.
Oh that is such a rad idea! I imagine that a number of farms would be quite into that. It's beneficial to a host as they typically have a good amount of unused land and then you wouldn't be occupying their other shelters. Each farm is different though so you will need to purchase the membership and then contact them directly to ask. Unfortunately I don't see a way around that.
I just found WWOOF 30 min ago and this is the first video I'm watching over personal experiences. Thank you! I'm nervous about this, but I never thought I'd find such an amazing opportunity!
Hey Jacob😃 I'm so excited for you to have found WWOOFing! As you heard me talk about, I'm a big fan. You are so right, there are endless opportunities to travel, learn, and meet people thanks to this program. I hope you have a great time wherever you choose to venture!
Meee tooo!! Tell us if you had experienced it yourself?
@@katgreenvideo Hello, do you need volunteers?
This was so, soooo helpful. Thank you! My sister and I are thinking of WWOOFing together in Scandinavia. We were looking at it yesterday and both agreed that we should go for it. I slept the best I ever have last night. 😌I feel like this is a necessity for my soul.
+The Magic Crafter That was so beautiful to read Love. Thank you for sharing your journey to that realization🙏🏼 It's inspiring to hear how in tune you are. Keep following your heart, all the best to you girls!💗✨
come to Scandinavia! We'd love to have you.
Come to upstate n y
I’m here
Did you already went WWOOFing in Scandinavia? I'm interested how it was
Thank you. You cleared up alot of questions. I'm 67 yro with alot left in the tank and a more than average amount of experience gardening and have worked in the trades for my since I was 20. I'm pretty sure I could be an asset on most any farm situation. Again thank you for this Vlog. Good Luck in all you do.
You are most welcome Chuck💗 I enjoyed hearing a little piece of your story and too think you could bring a lot to your host farm. I hope you find a good fit!
@@katgreenvideo Hello, do you need volunteers?
Recently heard about wwoofing, I’m 17 and kinda feeling a bit lost in life but I feel really called to this organization. This video was so helpful! I’m definitely feeling called towards Hawaii or Italy but I guess I’ll see how it goes! Your advice and way of explaining everyone will be more help to me than you’ll ever know, thank you!
Heartwarming to read your comment tzuyuwu. Have a great trip wherever you decide!
Thanks for this great video Kat! My sister and I are planning to WWOOF around the US for about 5 months starting this summer, and we're just starting the farm search process now. This was super helpful for us to know what questions to ask and how to prepare.
Hi Leah and Claire, that sounds like such a rad adventure! I'm so glad you found the vid supportive, I wish for you tones of fun and learning this summer😘
@@katgreenvideo Hello, do you need volunteers?
I loved every second of this video!! I'm just finding out about the WWOOFing culture and I'm very interested in getting involved. This has been the most informative video I've watched. You were very informative and have such a sweet voice that is very easy to listen to. Thank you for all the advice!!
Ryan💗 That is so lovely of you to say. I'm thrilled it was helpful and I wish you well on your WWOOFing adventures to come!
I signed up for wwoofing, however, I ended up just traveling in my van. Glad you had so many good experiences, because, like you said, i have heard some horror stories. I guess it pays to do a ton of research like you did. Wow, i'm impressed, can't believe you traveled around all by yourself.
+RAW FOOD PHILOSOPHY Van life is great too! I did my share of that after WWOOFing actually. Yeah, solo travel was awesome. I did meet ppl along the way that I'd cruise around with.
Do you get paid for this?
i am a good farmer,i will love to bring my skills to your country you can contact me at enochndukasmith at gmail.com
What a wonderful video! I just signed up as a host and I learned so much from this thoughtful and insightful video. A big thank you from Guelph!
Amazing Heather! I hope you find your spot some great WWOOFers. I’m from ON myself and the first farm trade I did was in Orangeville💗💜🧡
This video was so helpful! I'm looking into WWOOF'ing and it sounds like such a great experience and opportunity but there are definitely things to know before jumping in. This helped a lot!
Thanks for saying so Matthew! I hope you have a great time on your trip😁
Very good video! I have been commuting locally for years volunteering at a wonderful CASA farm. In return I get a full share of produce for each day I volunteer up to 3 days. Now I am relocating to another state. Being able to volunteer at an organic farm is something I want to continue to do. That's what inspired me to look into WWOOF. I truly appreciate such an easy to watch in depth video. New Subby right here! :0)
Thanks Lissa! Sounds like you found a way to incorporate the WWOOFing model into your life there, very cool!👍🏼 I hope you link up with a good farm in your new spot☺️
I’m going to WWOOF next year and this video was very informative thanks!!!
Awesome to hear Miesha! Have a great time😁🌱
Hey did you ever start wwoofing
I'm in my quarterlife crisis right now and I get really anxious about my future (where I'll live and career mostly). I'm struggling through my master degree, getting it done to have at least one diploma that has some value in my field.
After watching your video and some others on the wwoofing topic, I really want to give it a try in like 1.5y after I graduate. I did an exchabge year in Japan so going back there for 6mth st least would be awesome, aswell as wwoofing in Australia for 6mth at least. Thanks a lot for your input!! ❤️
You’re so not alone in this. Most everyone goes through a period of life uncertainty/reevaluation. I myself have been through several!😉 It will probably feel really good to get a degree under your belt and I applaud you for the discipline it takes to do that. I hope you have a fabulous trip to celebrate. It will be the closing of one chapter and the opening of another!
This was such a great video - thank you for your insight, patience to do this for everyone interested in the WWOOF program - very helpful!
Thank you for saying so Mishkele. It’s super supportive to hear positive feedback like that💕
hey! i just found out about wwoof yesterday. i've always wanted to travel and this seems like such a great opportunity thanks so much for sharing. i'm only 17 but when i am finished with my studies i just want to get out and explore the world as freely as possible and in my own time. x x x x
That sounds like a great plan Tilly! Have fun on your adventures and enjoy your studies in the meantime💛
I just found WWOOF 30 min ago and this is the first video I'm watching over personal experiences. Thank you! I'm nervous about this, but I never thought I'd find such an amazing opportunity- it is cppied from Jacob Rodrigueze as it is same to my cpmment.
I really needed this , hope ita a positive experience for all the people you just inspired. I was so captivated by your energy and beautiful face. Thank you for this video! 🌻👍
Thank you Edwina🙏🏼🌸 You are so sweet to share your love in all directions like that. Sending it right back to you!☺️💕
I’m in upstate n y Come up I need help
Me too i need it please give the web site how i find that please
Thank you for taking the time to chat with TH-cam about your experiences with WWOOF. It has been very helpful.
Thanks so much for taking the time to say so Sam! I wish you well with your WWOOFing adventures
Thank you so much for putting this video together. It was very helpful. With the tips you provided there shouldn’t be any issues.
My pleasure Pasha! I appreciate your comment and wish you well on your adventures :)
Thank you SO much for this video! I am extremely interested in WWOOFing in Hawaii next year long-term and your insight was so concise and helpful. You are such a radiant and positive spirit :) All the love.
Aloha Alli! I really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. Love to you as well. I wish for you much enjoyment and learning on your upcoming travels!😊💕
Thank you so much for this video, I just signed up for WWOOFing yesterday, found your channel today. Love the content, I realize this is nearly two years old, but you've got a notification team subscriber, and like from me!
Thank you Love, I appreciate the support! I hope you have a great time on your WWOOF trip🌱💚
MaysonJohn has always happened when I got home to get
Wow you even made a text version of the video in the description, that's real commitment! Thanks for sharing this, keep it up :)
Just trying to help out my fellow travelers!😊
What a beautiful sensitive sensible soul God bless
Blessings right back your way Sunaina✨
Thanks... Really worth watching... Going on my first Wwoof from May 1st in Israel... So excited :-)
That’s awesome Darryl!! Happy travels😁
How was your wwoof experience?
I ended it falling into woofing when I was 21 and it was such a life changing experience!
Oh amazing! I share in that with you. I’m so glad you had such a positive experience😊
i am a good farmer,i will love to bring my skills to your country you can contact me at enochndukasmith at gmail.com
Hey Kat, thank you for sharing in such a kind and informative way! This is just what I was looking for as I prep to WWOOF in Hawaii this summer. Totally looking for a vegan friendly farm with lots of learning opportunities! Can't wait to make my nerdy excel list. Great tip.
So glad to hear it was helpful Grant! I wish you well in Hawaii. Summers there can get pretty hot, so be prepared ;)
I’ve been thinking about doing this for a minute and I would love to travel to other countries meet new people make new friends etc thank you for the info I’ll be checking it out very soon 😄
Yay! Have a great time💜
I felt so much light from this video and from your experiences. Thank you so much for sharing this (: Hawaii is where I'd like to start the journey of this. Finding a personal recommendation of a farm would be ideal for me. With being a very passionate vegan, organic fruit farms and being surrounded by work that supports my ethics would be something so refreshingly new and in alignment with my journey to experience. I've yet to travel alone and the idea is so liberating and fulfilling. And not in the sense of just going somewhere to experience the energy, land and culture, but to also be productive and make a positive influence as well by contributing. Money isn't the only form of currency, and woofing really emphasizes that. We all can be a community and sustain together to create an experience unmatched by money. I live very minimal already, and once you decide that owning things isn't appealing and fullfing to you anymore, money starts to loose its demand and appeal as a measure to possibilities
I love your additude gGadget! You are right, travelling alone is probably the most free one could feel. I really enjoyed my time with minimal possessions, operating via energy exchange, I somehow felt a deeper intimacy with my community.
Being a raw vegan I too had my preferences as to what an ideal farm would be. I knew for sure that I didn't want one with animals. I was looking for one that I'd be able to eat solely off the land, however wasn't able to find it, and as you heard me mention, it all worked out. The companionship, the land and the accommodations easily made up for that. It sounds like contribution is important to you. I hope that you can find a spot that will appreciate the purity of your intentions. I trust you will align with what is right for you. You have a beautiful outlook! I too feel your light😌✨
Just discovered WWOOF and planning to be a member, thank you for this video...really helped me out !!
+Rachid EL BOUKIOUTY Wonderful to hear that Rachid! I wish you many enjoyable adventures😁💕
Thanks for this. I will be hosting this summer, and I want it to be a good experience for everyone.
Awe that’s so sweet of you. I hope you have a good crew!🙏🏼 In my opinion, doing FaceTime/Zoom/Skype interviews with your applicants is a must for hosts!
That's a great tip. I didn't know such thing as WWOOF, HelpX, or Workaway until I watched your video. It is a nice way to save money on a trip. I would like to visit north of arctic circle next summer if I can come up with enough money to travel and find a cheap place to stay there. I cross my fingers finding a nice place to stay cheaply through searching on WWOOF, Workaway, or HelpX.
+Hiroyuki K I'm crossing my fingers for ya too Hiroyuki!😉
articulate .. kind .. thorough and super informative with lots of respect on top.🙏👍🌟 Bravo & Thank You 🌹🌺😊
Much love Tara🧡🌻✨
amzing thank you for this. this is the reality i am creating:) I'll be wwoof in costa rica! i look forward to documenting it too! YAY.
Really beautiful to hear you say you are creating your own realty 💪🏼✨ Costa Rica was a neat place to visit, I hope you enjoy as well. Heads up that the rainy season is Oct/Nov!
I'm planning to go work and travelling soon, and I'm still pretty anxious about it.
These were such useful tips!
Thank you SO much!!
My pleasure demonicporridge! It’s totally normal to feel anxious trying something outside your comfort zone. That can be the initiation to some really fulfilling experiences though😉
Thank you for clearing up a way to approach the Wwofing. I have a tendency to jump right in and have problems lol!
Glad it helped you out Addi!😄
Something that concerned about is how to deal with my current housing. While you’re gone, do you leave your rent paid? Do you legitimately move out while your gone and then find a new place when you go home? What about whatever job you may have back home? I currently work and am in college so I’m not sure I would even have the time to do this. What do you think, kat ?
Good question. That’s really going to depend on your personal situation. Perhaps now is not the best time for you. Maybe consider Wwoofing for your next summer vacation or for after you have graduated. Alternatively, consider doing it for a short time, like two weeks - That way you can maintain your job and housing. You may want to sublet your place while you are gone, or if it’s for a longer period of travel, maybe moving your things into storage (or a friend’s house) and finding a new place upon return would better suit you. I have another video on travel that may help answer some of your questions👉🏼 th-cam.com/video/1aZbELv17S0/w-d-xo.html
Dope video! that background music tho, didn't realize it until half way through the video I was wondering why i was getting amped while watching this
Nice! I think it's a fun tune as well😉🤘🏼🎶
thank you for such an informative video :) im turning 18 next month and im gonna start wwoofing next year. im so excited to start living my life.
Happy early birthday Lilith!
@@katgreenvideo thank you!!!
Thank you for your authentic content and manner, Kat!
Thank you for the support Floo!🙏🏼
Oh my gosh, you are so sweet. That weed story was adorable 😂 Thank you so much for the info! I'm looking to do more traveling and I love the idea of learning how to farm and garden along the way. I'll probably watch this video again and take notes. You're awesome! Best of wishes in all that you do 😊🙏
Thank you Danielle! Have a great time on all your adventures💕🙏🏼
i am a good farmer,i will love to bring my skills to your country you can contact me at enochndukasmith at gmail.com
WOOFer here. I was in Claddaghduff in Connemmarra. Most terrific experience
Wonderful to hear!👏🏼
Thanks! I really appreciate the video and it has given me a to think about!
That’s great to hear Mylisha! I wish you happy travels if you end up deciding to venture out😊
I'm 9 mins in and resonate all of which you're saying. I'm woofing now in FL and it's good. I'm fortunate for it for specific reasons :)
Thank you! And I'm so stoked that you are having a good time👍🏼😁
Frankly nice to meet other people and volunteering on farms is a nice thing to me
Yes, the social aspect of it was one of the best parts to me!
This video has been one of the most helpful videos thank you
You’re welcome Alfredo! I hope you have a fantastic WWOOF experience😃
Thanks for sharing your expereinces with us.
I am thinking about wwoofing myself, your video helped me a lot!
So great to hear Robinson! I hope you find a good spot. Happy travels😊
Thx:)
Wow this is a ton of excellent info and she is just adorable. She's so smart and thorough, she must be Ashkenazi? I don't mean that in a negative way. But I've learned recently that so many incredible thinkers are of that ethnicity.
Happy to hear you got something out of the vid Dave!
That’s astute of you. I’ve not taken any DNA tests, but based on my features and my family, that would be my guess as well.
First time in This channel and i have to say this is incredibly helpful. I 've thinking of going abroad and i had some questions that you have answered on this video. This encourages me to keep saving up money.
Last thing, i'd like to know where you are from, because i am also interested in going to a country where i am forced to communicate in english so i could brush up on my english skills.
Thanks for sharing this!
+Sebastian Marin Hi Sebastian, thank you for taking the time to share such lovely feedback. I'm so glad it was a helpful video and encourage you to keep saving up so you can get on to your Wwoofing adventure!
As for me, I am from Canada and am currently residing in USA.
Thank you for the run down.
I, as many also did not know where/ how to start this journey.
My pleasure Matty! Happy to help out☺️
Thanks for this video, I'm planning on doing this next summer and I had no idea how all of this works so this video helped a lot
That’s so great to hear Dillon! I hope you have a fun and fulfilling experience WWOOFing😄
Great video Kat! I just subbed, what an AWESOME life you are having :).
Thanks William! Sending some awesome your way😉
Plain and understandable as well naturally explained! Keep up the good work :)
I really appreciate that feedback! It is certainly encouraging to hear when content is well-received. Smiles to you Leonidas :)
Thank you so much for sharing all of your insight!
Happy to help!☺️💛
that was very detailed and informative. thank you
Happy to help Janet! Stay safe💗
@@katgreenvideo right back at ya! 💜
What a very mature young lady, you are. Great job, Kat;0)
Why thank you Amanda👩🏼🌾
Thank you so much for this super nice and thoughtful video ❤ please can you list the woof locations whwre you went? I would love to follow your footsteps ❤😊
My experience was over a decade ago now so I wouldn’t be able to vouch for those particular spots
@@katgreenvideo okay thanks anyway
Been wwoofing in Hawaii since 2019!
You do a great job explaining this stuff
Ha ha...New bugs...Love it! lol I'm an avid gardener and am no longer squeamish about bugs/insects anymore. I actually got over arachnophobia from being a full time gardener. Still jump to high heaven when I see the occasional snake though. I also see soooo many bee, wasp, hornet species etc. and learned so much about them. I don't grow huge gardens anymore but love growing and gardening so much. Now my kids are grown and moved away. I look forward to trying WWOOF. :0)
Yeah gardening will desensitize you to bugs for sure. I chuckled at your comment about snakes😆 They can certainly be startling. One of the neat thing about working with plants is learning about each bug, their value and consequently developing an appreciation for them🙂
Thank you, this was very helpful
Excellent advice and video. Thank you so much :)
You are so welcome Melanie!🙂
Hey Kat, loved this video. Thanks for sharing all that information. I have been seriously planning on wwoofing next year and I had one question though. Honestly, do you even get to travel and explore other parts of the country you're visiting or do you just work on the farm all day? Because I am interested in exploring and travelling as much as I am interested in learning about organic farming so I would like to do both and not just be engaged in farm work all day.
+Samyuktaa Chawla Hi Samyuktaa, great question. I have to say that every farm is different in that regard. One place that I was at was 7am-noon, Monday to Friday and another place was 8am-3pm Monday to Friday for example. A third place I was at was only 20hours a week, but they didn't provide food. Some farms will allow you to work intensely for a bit and then have a week off.
Asking about the hours per week and their willingness to accommodate your desires is something to inquire about with each farm manager during the application process.
kat green that was quite helpful..thanks a bunch!! :)
Hey Samyukta are you woofing in anywhere in India ?
Thank you so much for your tips and advice.
You’re so welcome, I wish you well on your travels!
I'm afraid of bugs. Will this work for me? I'm sure I'm going to run away screaming if i saw any bug bigger than a bee.
I'm thinking about wwoofing to somewhere in Europe because I'm from Asia.
It’s unlikely you’ll find farming that doesn’t include bugs. Maybe hydroponic growers?🤷🏼♀️ Or, maybe take the opportunity to step out of your comfort zone a little. There are a lot of critters that are harmless we build up in our minds how scary they are.
@@katgreenvideo I know some bugs are harmless but they're still scary :')
is there any women or girls of POC that have done this? I would love to see or hear about your experiences
Yeah now i know WWOOF...this will be a new interest. 😍
Right on👍🏼
Such a great and informative video! Thank you
Beatriz, thank you for taking the time to say so!💖
Thanks for the provided tips!
I would love to work on a vegan farm in Portugal.
Ooh that sounds like a lovely dream, I hope you find a good match Ivona! 🌱🙏🏼🌎
We will go together ivona if you don't mind send me your Facebook
Can you tell me if there is a place that there are reviews on these farms especially if it’s not a good place to go to. Like people‘s experiences with these farms. I will only be in the United States. This is a awesome video. I just retired and I am a very healthy 66-year-old and would love to see the United States this way. I’m going solo. And I love to garden but I live in an apartment so it’s hard to do.
Hi Kathy. You have to sign up for a WWOOF USA membership to read farm reviews wwoofusa.org/how-it-works/be-wwoofer
does host get you from airports?? or do u have to set that up yourself...
It could be either way. This is something you’d want to email/talk with your host before you arrive. They are not obligated too though
Thanks for the great video , I learned a lot :)
Happy to help!
such an informative video, really helped me think things through
So great to hear Thom! If you decide to go, I hope you have a wonderful trip😀
This video is perfect! thank you so much!
+Sabrina Lefort Thanks Sabrina Sunshine☺️ Enjoy your adventures!
me: watching this in 2021 hahhaha but this was such a good & informative video!! i definitely will try this out
I know right, not the most realistic time to travel🤦🏼♀️ Here’s hoping that globally we’ll regain some level of health & freedom in the near future! In the meantime, WWOOFing may still be possible for some. Try exploring your local WWOOF host profiles.
I am just looking into woofing , not sure if it is something I will actually pursue. Can you browse the different woofing options without paying the fee?
You should be able to browse a little, but the info accessible for each farm is limited until you get the membership. Once you get that, you can read their full page.
This video is so helpful!!! Thank you so much !! I'm 18 in my senior year and I'm really considering. For a full year is that a option ?
Hi Carlos, I think WWOOFing is a fantastic option for a post high school gap year! I have heard of farms offering year long stays, yes. Each farm is different though so you’ll have to email your potential hosts and ask.
Thank you so much!! ❤️ this video was so real
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Me and my girlfriend are planning on going im pretty nervous about it but this video was very helpful thank you
Great to hear! You kids have fun😄
@@katgreenvideo thank you 😄
Thank you for this video it was so helpful 🍍😊😊
I’m so glad to hear! Thank you for that reflection💗
I juste découvertes WWOOF. and I planning to be member thank YOU very much for this vidéo
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You’re welcome, all the best to you Reda👍🏼
this is so nice and honest and thorough, thank you! I've been eyeing this program for a few years now, I loved watching people's blogs of their journeys.
thank you, from one kat to another! certainly, it's fun to see the range of experiences that one can have. so neat that documenting and sharing our lives is as common as it is these days. maybe we'll see YOUR wwoof blogs on the net one day!😉
I don't know if you still reply , you've mentioned that it can be up to the host to stay up to 1 year in one farm but I've read that in Canada you can stay a maximum of 4 weeks in one farm unless you have a work visa/permit , can you explain please ?
Timeframes for a stay are going to depend on the host’s preferences IN ADDITION to the legal arrangements of the host’s country + traveler’s country of citizenship. Because there are so many countries and so many factors I wasn’t able to go in depth in this video to explain each region’s laws. Plus, laws change so viewers will have to check on what is most up to date anyway. I’m not sure where you’re from but it may the case that you can only visit Canada for 1-6months without a visa. (Travelers generally cannot stay indefinitely in a country they do not hold citizenship.) This has always been the case but the gvnt may have tightened timeframes recently because of co vid, I’m not sure. IF however you are a Canadian citizen, you can stay on a farm however long they are willing to have you. Hope that helps!
Cant wait to do this when the pandemic isore under control
I know right. So ready to move past this to where traveling is more doable
good information on WWOOF FOR beginner like me... thanks kat green
When woofing as a couple or with a friend, should we both create separate profiles or just use one and mention to hosts it’s two parties seeking to help?
Great question Ashley. If you are travelling together I believe it would be just fine to share a profile. I'd be sure to be upfront about that though (ie. photos of you together, bios of each person). Package deal😉
kat green awesome! Thanks so much for the feedback!
Hi, thank you for making this!! Was there a reason that you chose to do farms in the US? I am considering starting out w the program overseas, is it better to try it local first?
The first farms I WWOOFed at were in Canada and local for me, the ones following were international. I don’t think though that’s it’s necessary to do in such an order. Where does your heart want to be??
Damn i just looked this up because I saw it on a show I was watching, but I am definitely down to quit my career to be a farmer with you 😎.
Alright! The more food planted the better🙌🏼🥕🥦🥬🥒🌶
@@katgreenvideo lol I don’t have a green thumb at all 🤦🏻♂️
@@9827670 Oh I really don't either Kris! It's okay the hosts teach you!
Would it be possible to WWOOF just for days at a time? Like 3-7 days? I'd just like to try multiple farms this winter
+Danielle luvscows Absolutely! This will depending on the farm, your experience and your skill set. If they don't state their time expectation in their description, just email them and ask.
great video! Thanks
+SuperYaniv12 So glad it was helpful and thank you for your feedback!💗😊
That sounds amazing! Thank you for sharing this :-)
+Mss Plantiful My pleasure! It is a really amazing program😉 Wishing you lots of fun adventures!
Samte to you!
Hey Kat, just wondering when after you sign up if the farms tell you if you will be with other WOOFers or not. I love meeting new people and would preferably like to work with others!
Hi Pete, you first sign up for the membership. This will give you access to all the farm profiles in your selected region. From there you can read their profiles to find out how many WWOOFers they host at a time. If it's not mentioned you can contact them via email to ask. Signing up to the WWOOF website does not sign you up to a farm. You have to arrange that with them directly.
Thanks Kat!! Just applied to multiple farms in Italy! :)
HI There we live in South Africa. We looking to volunteer on any farm or hostel. Do we first get the job to motivate the visa or is woof.. a resource to get the visa first. How do we go about this first. Please help.
WWOOF has nothing to do with visas. This is not technically work as there is no money exchange involved. Whatever the rules are for standard travel (like how long you can stay) will likely be the same for when you WWOOF.
Quite informative thanks✌️
Awesome to hear!👍🏼
Great video. Thanks!
Yay! So glad you found it useful😁
Great info, thanks for sharing! 💖🌟
I so appreciate your love-filled comment☺️
Are woofers liable to buy visa/ticket of that particular country? or host will provide??
I have never heard of a host doing this. WWOOFers need to make all their own arrangements for travel visas, plan tickets etc.
Thanks for such a really helpful video! I noted that you said you WWOOFed somewhere where you were the only WWOOFer and you were mainly doing work in their backyard. This is similar to what I'm going to be doing this summer in Spain. I was wondering what was your experience like being on your own and did you ever get bored? haha, thanks so much!
I didn't get bored, no, but every person is going to be different with this right? For myself I was coming out of a long time of being in school and therefore around a lot of people on a consistent basis. I was looking for a period of solitude to balance this out. I did make an effort to explore the area and I also had internet so I was able to stay connected with others. Enjoy your summer in Spain!❤️
kat green thanks so much for your reply and yeah I completely understand what you mean! I think I’m craving the same. And thank you💗
I was wondering after you schedule a wwoofing location do you book a plane ticket and just go or do they help you with the plane ticket? Also do you have any information about bringing animals?
I’ve never heard of a farm helping with a plane ticket. Typically wwoofers make their own travel arrangements.
You’d have to contact the farm host directly to ask if they’re willing to let you bring a pet.
Hey there. Me and partner are planning to be skoolie dwellers and are wondering if we could park our short bus on the land? We would LOVE to do this before applying for membership.
Oh that is such a rad idea! I imagine that a number of farms would be quite into that. It's beneficial to a host as they typically have a good amount of unused land and then you wouldn't be occupying their other shelters. Each farm is different though so you will need to purchase the membership and then contact them directly to ask. Unfortunately I don't see a way around that.
Great vid thanks so much i'm gona preparing my travel right know (sorry i'm french)
Excellent to hear! Have a great trip👍🏼
much appreciation on the video!
Thanks Shijima!