Monday, March 15, 2010

Job of a lifetime

This is John (with a fascinated Henri in tow). 

John and his wife Beverley are the current caretakers on Three Hummock Island. 

John and Bev have the very important job of looking after their island home and the guests who visit it.  That involves keeping tracks cleared around the island, including to the airstrip and various beaches. 

They maintain the three dwellings- their home, the homestead and the cottage (the latter two being guest accommodation). 

Running a property in a remote location, with no help at hand, requires many skills and a resourcefulness.  If a roof leaks or a vehicle has a problem John fixes it himself. 

John and Bev take an active interest in the wildlife that shares their home.  John always has his binoculars at the ready to spot the many bird varieties, and points them out to us as he takes us around the island.

When you visit they will happily share their local knowledge and fascinating stories with you.

1 comment:

  1. I can just smell that sea John! You are a great host - thanks so much for everything when we were visiting your beautiful haven!

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