Homesteading Apprenticeship Application Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastApplying as a couple? Add spouse's name for reference.FirstLastMailing Address *Email *Phone (xxx)-xxx-xxxxTexting ok? *YesNoWhatsApp number (if used)? (xxx)-xxx-xxxx Your current Age? (minimum age is 18) *Country of Citizenship? *Do you have a current drivers license? *YesNoAre you able to lift at least 50lbs repeatedly? *YesNoPrevious Experience with farm animals/livestock?ChickensDucksPigsCowsGoatsHorsesOtherPlease describe any prior experience with livestock listed above?Are you comfortable around livestock/animals? *selectYesNoUnsureAny Prior gardening experience? Please Describe. *What is your motivation for homesteading? Check any that apply. *Food SecurityHealthier foodSimplistic LifestyleGovernment Unrest or PoliciesReligious BeliefsOtherPlease help us understand your motivations for homesteading better? *Tell us how and when you first considered homesteading? *Already homesteading? Have previous experience? How many years?Education (check all that apply) *Some High SchoolHigh School GraduateSome collegeBachelor’s degreeMaster’s degreeTrade schoolOtherPlease describe any degree's or certifications.Describe any trade skills experience? Building, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc. Describe any other experience, work or hobbies relating to homesteading. Are you comfortable working in a group setting? *selectYesNoAre you comfortable working alone? *selectYesNoHow would you best describe your cooking ability? *Basic (sustains life)Enjoy cooking and willing to learn.I’m a foodie! Experienced and love cooking.Professional ChefDescribe your current diet and any restrictions or allergies? *In the following fields, please let us know your interest level in the particular topic. (1= low interest, 10= highly interested) Dairy & Cheesemaking Selected Value: 0 Cooking Selected Value: 0 Preserving Selected Value: 0 Backyard Poultry Selected Value: 0 Backyard Meat Production Selected Value: 0 Backyard Gardening Selected Value: 0 Bee Keeping Selected Value: 0 Medicinal herbs Selected Value: 0 Market Gardening Selected Value: 0 On farm business Selected Value: 0 Farm Planning Selected Value: 0 Building Trades (construction skills) Selected Value: 0 Alternative Energy Selected Value: 0 When are you looking/able to start our program? *Right away1-3 months4-6 months6 -12 monthsMore than 1 yearDesired length of program? *select3 Months6 Months12 MonthsHow important is spirituality in your life? *selectNot importantModerately ImportantGreatly ImportantChoose not to answerPlease describe what spirituality means in your life? (Not Required)Will you be comfortable working around Christians? (Please read below) *YesNoPrefer not to answerWe are a Christian led organization. We believe in Christian values. It is not necessary for applicants to be of any specific faith. However, it is important for us to know if you will be comfortable working around Christians? Members of the Fields of Zion International community demonstrate the following core values: Their faith, in and through their actions. Virtue, by upholding a high moral standard in my life. Never stop seeking wisdom, understanding and knowledge of the truth. Self Control by always being trustworthy, honest, and of clean mind & body. Perseverance, loyalty, obedience, and courage in the face of trials. Godliness by upholding honor, integrity. Kindness through seeking to understand and meet others needs first while being helpful, friendly and courteous. Love through justice, mercy and compassion.Which Locations are you applying for? Saco River Farms, Steep Falls, MaineGoshen, Jamaica (opening soon)Anything else we should know about you?Other Questions or concerns?Submit
