FL-Hands On Learning – White Rock Ranch

Last Updated On: May 7th, 2026 at 07:38PM MST

Contact information

Farm Address:
5855 Wauchula Rd
Myakka City, Florida, 34251

Primary Contact: Daniel Pritchard
Primary Phone:
    Type: Cell
    Number: 9417302778
    Email: elizabethpritchard@yahoo.com

Website:

Internship information

General Farm Description: Small private ranch in Myakka City FL with livestock and organic garden and food forest with fruit trees.

CRAFT Member Farm? No

Internship Starts: 1-Jan-26
Internship Ends: 12/31/2026
Number of Internship Available: 2
Application Deadline: 15-Dec-25
Minimum Length of Stay: One year

Internship Details:

ATRA Sustainable Ranch Internship – Live and Learn at White Rock Ranch in Myakka City, FL

Two interns are invited to spend a year immersed in hands-on, self-directed learning on a quiet, sustainable ranch. An RV will be provided for housing, including electric, water, sewer, and internet.

In exchange for 15 hours of weekly work, each intern will gain practical experience in livestock care (cattle and chickens), land and garden stewardship, and basic ranch maintenance. It’s desired for one intern to have experience operating a tractor and working with irrigation. This role is ideal for those pursuing regenerative agriculture, homesteading, or ranch management skills.

Interns must be self-motivated, able to work independently, physically active, able to lift 50 lbs, and must have a car for transportation. A supplemental income source is required; this is a work-for-housing internship with no cash compensation. No meals are provided

The ranch is peaceful and private—perfect for focused learning—yet only 30 minutes from Lakewood Ranch amenities. Minimum 12-month commitment, including summer. Background check required.

A unique opportunity for two ATRA interns seeking meaningful, applied experience in sustainable rural living.

Educational Opportunities: Hands on sustainable agriculture.

Skills Desired: Operating a tractor. Irrigation. Gardening. Livestock care.

Meals: No

Stipend: No

Housing: Yes in an RV

Preferred method of Contact: Email