The Proving Ground
Work Trade
No money? Bring sweat. 30 hours per week of volcanic land work in exchange for room, board, and access to all QWW training. This is not a vacation program. This is where you prove you belong.
What You Give
30 hours/week of physical land work
Permaculture maintenance & building
Trail clearing & invasive species removal
Garden management & food production
Property maintenance & improvement
Community support duties
What You Get
Room on the volcanic property
Whole-food plant-forward meals
Access to all Breath Circle sessions
Permaculture training alongside residents
Mentorship and community membership
The transformation that comes from real work
This Is a Test
Work trade at QWW is not a hostel arrangement. It's an audition for commitment. We accept very few positions. Those who thrive here often become long-term members of the QWW community — some transition to paid staff or permaculture residency. But it starts with proving you can show up, work hard, and do it sober.
1–3 month commitment required · 100% substance-free