WWOOFing at Bamboo Land
Bamboo Land offers accomodation to registered WWOOfers (Willing Workers On Organic Farms). The WWOOF program enables travellers to work for their board (food and accomodation). If you are not a registered WWOOFer and would like to become one, or you would simply like to know more about the program, check the WWOOF website (www.wwoof.com.au)
People from all over the world are welcome to come and stay at Bamboo Land.
It is hoped that the stay at Bamboo Land is valuable and enjoyable experience for the guests and ofcourse beneficial and a good help for the host - its a type of
exchange program.
Guests become 'part of the family' and are welcome to take part in social events like BBQs, meals at 'the pub', etc. whilst also helping out with the chores
such as cooking, shopping and cleaning.
It is expected that WWOOFers work for 5 hours per day, 5 days a week. Weekends are time to relax. It is preferred that the minimum stay be no less than 2 weeks. This amount of time is needed in order for guests to really have the time to settle in and learn the routines and jobs of the nursery and the household.
Having a car is advantageous but not necessary. The closest town is about 5km away.
...Work
The work is generally quite varied. Some days will be spent out in the gardens - pruning, weeding, raking, etc whereas other days might be spent
potting up plants in the nursery. Preparing and packing plants for orders is also part of the work.
...Rest
The days usually wind down with a couple of cold ones. (For those not up with the Aussie lingo - that means a couple of beers).
Meals are usually cooked together and usually contain meat. So for those vegetarians out there, you may have to improvise and make you own, or alternatively
take charge of the cooking and create some wonderful vegetarian dishes to impress your host.
Accomodation is in a large modern house. The bedrooms are well furnished and guests have access to their own toilet and bathroom.
Guests have free use of computer and broadband internet.
...Play
Bamboo Land is located on a river-front property, which means that its an ideal location for swimming, fishing and canoeing. Canoeing on the calm fresh water of the river
is a great way to experience the natural scenery and wildlife of the area. The afternoons can easily be spent around the house with a couple of games of table tennis or a simple
laze around the pool.
For the weekends, there is plenty to see and do in the surrrounding area. The most spectacular is the world famous Fraser Island which is just a
short boat trip from Hervey Bay. It really is a spectacular place and a must see for travellers. From late July to November is whale season in Hervey Bay,
during which time there is a multitude of half and full day whale watch tours available. Other nearby places which are recommended to visit are Rainbow Beach
(for a great surf beach) and Tin Can Bay (to feed and swim with dolphins).
