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If there's one thing people have in common, it's opinions about others. Here are some of the more unique ways "hunks" and "skirts" talked about other people during this time: No farming experience required. Earlier we mentioned that having farm skills is a plus. That’s true but it’s not a requirement. Even if you know next to nothing about farming, you can still apply as a lot of farms take in volunteers who have little or no experience. The only thing that’s important is you arrive at the farm with a positive outlook and willing to keep up with the daily tasks required.

Travel to different places. WWOOF is all over the world. It offers you the chance to go globetrotting while learning how to farm and help others.

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Composition: Cereals, oils and fats, various sugars, milk and milk derivatives, dried egg, derivative of vegetable origin, carob powder, minerals and salt Be honest with your time: How long do you want to work in a farm? Is it just for a few days or several weeks? Ask yourself if you’d rather spend time traveling than being on the farm or how flexible you can be. While the typical workday is around 4 to 6 hours, it can vary from farm to farm. In some cases you may have to work all day and have the following day off. I discovered WWOOF much later in life however and realised just what I’d missed out on! It wasn’t long before I was working for WWOOF UK through living at Redfield intentional community and being a host. My experiences of being a WWOOFer in the UK and the Republic of Ireland have taught me that there is a network of incredible people who are willing to share their lives with you. All you have to do is turn up, give your time, your energy and the rewards are enormous; there’s a lot of learning on so many levels. As Mahatma Gandhi put it “the best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” Social media gives me the opportunity to express my creativity and to promote the organisation that I believe is so important and valuable to everyone. Fast cars and fast lives. The '60s were an era of rebellion so, to no surprise, that means some exciting car lingo. Let's take a look:

WWOOFing stands for ‘World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms.’ The volunteer or ‘WWOOFer,’ gets the opportunity to spend time in an organic farm, learn what it’s like, how it works and what sustainable agriculture is all about. During your stay in the farm, you don’t have to pay for board or lodging. It is not a monetary exchange program.In other words, WWOOF benefits both host and volunteer, and a lot of volunteers enjoy their experience so much they end up becoming farmers. As a host, this is the right time to spread word about organic farming and its benefits. If you’re interested in becoming one, simply get in touch with the WWOOF in your country and they will help with the procedure. Being self-reliant. Becoming a volunteer means learning how to grow food and get hands-on training on what it’s like being a farmer. The knowledge you gain WWOOFing can be put to good use and in your own garden. People choose to go WWOOFing to learn a new way of living as well as how to be resilient. You’re probably wondering why a lot of people are into WWOOFing, and there is no single answer. WWOOFing is popular right now because it offers you the chance to experience something new, and work in exchange for food and lodging, making it more affordable. You may have read about it and seen videos, but it’s a totally different matter to actually live on a farm and live like a farmer. It is quite literally an experience unlike any other. REASONS TO WWOOF Not all 70's slang fits neatly into a category. The disco era is known for many other groovy slang sayings and expressions. Affordable means of traveling. WWOOFing is one of the most affordable means of traveling. Your food and lodging are taken care of, plus a lot of these farms are far away from populated centers, giving you the chance to explore without spending a lot of money.

Eat organic food. Another reason why people WWOOF is the opportunity to eat organic food. It’s your chance to get away from processed food and enjoy fresh healthy produce. WWOOFing began in 1971 in the UK. It was the brainchild of Sue Coppard, who together with a couple of friends, wanted to spend some time in a farm. In return for their stay, Sue and her friends performed various tasks around the farm. Following their successful stay, other people soon followed and the WWOOF movement was on its way.

Gain practical experience. Sure, you can read about biodynamic and organic farming. However, it’s totally different when you’re out there harvesting, growing and farming. Animal husbandry and other aspects of farming have a sort of therapeutic effect. The feeling of planting and mixing soil is something you’ll not likely to forget. The first step is to join a WWOOF organization. Just go online and look for the WWOOF organization in your country and apply for membership. Earlier we mentioned that only those 18 years and above are allowed, but in some counties like the US, those below 18 can join if they are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Location matters: You won’t be spending all your time in the farm so choose a location that you will enjoy. For instance, you could choose a farm that is close to camping trails. Or you could go to farm that is adjacent to important locations in the area or near public transport. Don’t take risks: While you are a guest at their farm, you alone are responsible for your safety. Members of WWOOF have insurance in some countries, but if you’re careful you won’t ever have to use it. Be careful when spraying on plants, when feeding animals and doing other tasks. Use common sense as well. If you’re asked to drive the tractor and you don’t feel capable of doing so, let your host know and politely decline.

WWOOFing gives you the chance to learn all about organic farming and do real, physical work. Among the things you will discover while WWOOFing are making wine, beekeeping, creating straw houses, growing vegetables and more. You can read about these things in school and online, but there is nothing quite like getting down and dirty and being in a real farm, and that is what you get here. You’ll be one with nature again. If you’ve been living in the city for a while, being on farm gives you the chance to get away from it all. Depending on where you chose to go WWOOFing, beaches, the mountains and ocean shores could be near by. Remember why you’re there: Being in a new place, it’s tempting to go out sightseeing. It’s allowed provided you’re done with your duties for the day. All the good food, meeting new people, the beautiful vistas and local sights and sounds are secondary as you are there to do volunteer work. To gain the respect of your hosts, don’t hesitate to get your hands dirty, be responsible and respectful of your work.

The amenities vary. In some farms you will have your own room while in others you may have to share it and bathrooms with several people. In trying to repay WWOOF my focus is on how we can develop and build on its values and aims in a changing world, what is sometimes grandly called ‘strategy’. Having a longer term view is important but we also need to focus on the here and now and I’m also helping ensure we remain financially sustainable and, as a host myself, never lose sight of the needs of hosts. Above all I’m always conscious that the strength of WWOOF lies in its members, hosts and WWOOFers, as well as its excellent staff team. If you’ve got a woodland, vineyard, allotment, garden or farm and adhere to the principles of organic farming sustainability, you are eligible to be a WWOOF host and take in volunteers. Volunteers can provide assistance with your day-to-day tasks and lessen your workload. Another advantage is many volunteers are familiar with bio-dynamic growing and permaculture growing techniques. Get to know like-minded folks. If you’re eager to know how organic farming works, then there’s no better place to find the answers than in a farm with farmers and others there WWOOFing as well. Aside from meeting farmers, you also have the chance to meet and engage other WWOOFers and learn from each other. This is one of the most exciting parts of WWOOFing and what a lot of people look forward to.