Lorne

Travel information

I am currently

Activities i am interested in:

cycling, rowing, kayaking, canoeing, camping, snowboarding, urban hiking, sailing, cruising, reading, paragliding, overland busses and trains, gaming, coding, hanging in hostels, building things...

Description

Hi,
For me, connecting with people is one of the things I value most about traveling, so I'm putting my bike away (actually I left it at the bus station in Zharkent), and trying this workaway thing.

I'm pretty easy going, and can adapt to almost anything. I'm good with people, and like to help out. I'm a minimalist, so I don't have pets, but most pets fall in love with me. I'm not good at learning languages but I am trying.

In my previous life I was the lead IOs/Android developer for a Seattle startup that is still doing well. I've done renovation work on houses and apartment buildings. I have experience with robotics, electro magnetic compatibility testing/R&D, and I once worked as a driving instructor. I like boats, have built and owned several, and spend summers living in a 20' Rowcruiser.

I have good endurance and enjoy manual labor. If your work is sedentary I will likely nip out for a 30km walk from time to time.

Hope to meet you!

Interests

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Portuguese: Beginner

More details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Gardening

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Charity Work

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Some knowledge of:  

DIY and building projects

General Maintenance

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Hospitality/Tourism

Languages

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Able to teach about:  

Helping with Computers/ Internet

More details about your skills

Some English coaching experience (Brazil)
Taking care of pets
West Systems 207 is my friend
Playing tour guide to visitors from all around the world
Painting/Drywall/Electrical (unlicensed)/Framing
Hosting international guests (warmshowers)
Love manual labor
Have cycled 315km in one day
Android/IOS Apps, basic websites, embedded STM32 etc (don't usually carry my gear).
Electronics/soldering/wiring/robotics

Age

55

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  No

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  Special dietary requirements
  No