Farmer for a Day

If you're a city dweller like me, then you know living in a fast-paced metropolitan area can certainly be exciting. But you also understand that sometimes you need to get away from it all and breathe some fresh air, enjoy a little green space, have some peace and quiet. One of the exhibitors at UK AWARE this year will show you how you can escape from the city for a weekend or for a long while, but with a catch: You may have to get a little dirty.

The exhibitor, WWOOF, is an organization that serves as an exchange, linking those who are looking for an authentic organic experience with host farms, gardens and smallholdings that welcome volunteers and give them bed and breakfast in exchange for work. WWOOFers, as the volunteers are called, pay £20 a year for a list of host farms in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and receive a membership card and frequent newsletters. 

Who should sign up to be a WWOOFer? Anyone who is looking for organic training, craving a rural experience or cultural exchange, or those who are passionate about organic food and the organic movement and want to be a part of it. 

You can learn much more about WWOOF, how it works and what's in it for you at UK AWARE in April. Get your tickets here!