Working Poor

I did drop out of that. There was one couple who owned a large retreat who were continually asking for free labor. That got old fast.

The other problem was most of the exchange people lived down valley, which wasn't convenient for me. I was willing to exchange computer or graphic help in exchange for garden clean up or irrigation repair. Again, no one wanted to travel up the hill.

But, I can see this working in a different geographical set up such as a neighborhood or small community or town.

If there is not a group near you, consider setting one up.

I'm remembering just how that worked. I think you got points for each hour you worked, and then could spend those points for other services. Been a while, so I'm not sure that was it, but I think it was.