Student fees are on the "Reservations and Dates" page.
We have a MP3 and book library, and we also find that there is often much to learn from the lives of others in the community. Your work time will be spent doing the various chores associated with keeping a big family up and running: meal preparation, laundry, and cleaning. There will be renovation and building projects, and lots of gardening and woodcutting. Bring old clothes and good rain gear like boots and a jacket in case. Umbrellas are for tourists!
We have one day off a week, and there are many wonderful things to do; local walks on forest trails and secluded beaches close by. Skiing Whistler and touring downtown Vancouver are a little farther away but within easy striking distance from Bowen Island.
GOOD TIPS and INFO!
1. Bring an iPod or an MP3 player to make accessing MP3 lectures easier.
2. You don't need to bring your own books to study. We usually have the resources you are looking for. You can email us if you have any questions.
3. You can bring your cellphone, as it is often cheaper, but it will be prohibited during certain hours.
4. Laptops are permitted but also restricted to studying use.
5. Since coffee is considered a luxury item here, you can buy some before you come or after you arrive.
6. Bring extra money for your days-off, visiting places like Vancouver or Whistler.
* Special Note to Non-Canadians *
If you are coming from another country, to avoid delays at customs, it is wise to have a return ticket and sufficient money. Also you should describe yourself as a "visitor" rather than as a "student" since we are not a formal educational institution with long-term courses and degrees. We also strongly advise you to have adequate medical/accident insurance, as L'Abri cannot be responsible for any costs arising from accident, illness or hospitalization.
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