Look, WWOOFing is not that hard. Once you know the basics, respect, enthusiasm and openness will get you a long way. But for those looking for a little more guidance, here are Robin’s WWOOFing dos and don’ts.
| THINGS YOU SHOULD DO | THINGS YOU SHOULD NOT DO |
|---|---|
| ✅ Willfully support the needs of the farm and community “Looks like it’s getting dark. Would you like me to go close the chickens?” | ❌ Treat WWOOF like a free holiday “Sorry, but I like to sleep in while I’m on vacation |
| “✅ Learn as much as you can “Could you help me understand why we’re planting this clover?” | ❌ Think of WWOOFing as a transaction “I worked a full day, now I want the allotment of potatoes that I’m owed!” |
| .✅ Balance farm activities and free time “Woo, hot day. Hardworking morning. Time for a pond-swim?” | ❌ Take unnecessary risks “Look, I’ve always chainsawed in Birkenstocks, and I’m not going to stop now. “ |
| ✅ Enthusiastically discover new things “I’ve never had this type of squash before. Woah, it’s delicious.” | ❌ Treat the space as though it is your own private home “I will do those dishes when I leave in two weeks.” |