When I was staying at the Beehive in Rome, I met Toby, a Canadian gal living in London. Over incredible homemade pasta, she told me about her travels in New Zealand where she roamed from place to place, staying for free and working for her keep. I emailed her yesterday for the details on the program she was with because, while I may be cooped up in an office, many more of you are still free to roam. And she loved it.

The program is called Willing Workers on Organic Farms, and while in Rome, Toby wasn’t the only Wwoofer I met. Our chef at the hostel had just spent some time working in an olive orchard and then an organic dairy (she brought us fresh cheese and oil, and won my heart). Briefly, in return for volunteering, you get food, lodging and “opportunities to learn about organic lifestyles.” Plus, if I learned anything, you’ll meet the most amazing, interesting folks.

(Anna: I just saw your comment. Great minds!)

Thursday, June 5, 2008 | general