Learn about our Indigenous traditions and cultural history near Wallaga Lake, NSW, Australia

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  Description

  Hi Dan here, I live on the south coast NSW at a place called Wallaga Lake. I have Indigenous Australia heritage. My family from Grandmother / father side has lived in this area for thousands of years and I’m honoured to have ancestry connection to this unique beautiful landscape
  
  This area is a special place and is rich in natural beauty.My house a short walk to a couple of well known places for photographers being Camel Rock beach, Horse Head Rock and Wallaga lake (all three areas are in my profile photos) , i’m grateful for what life has given me and I’m happy to share this with travellers who appreciate and respect the magic of nature and Aboriginal cultural knowledge
  
  I'm friendly with an open mind . I find it interesting to meet people with different life experiences and lifestyle . I like to learn from deep conversations that makes me view from different perspectives. I’ve never been a classroom or text book leaner, I learn from connection, visualisation or experiencing,
  
  If your interested in learning about the ocean whether being an experienced surfer or a beginner then Camel Rock beach can differently have its day and turn it on now and then, at a bit over head height the water becomes heavy so it can be a difficult paddle at times and being sand dependent can also become Moody quickly making it shifty and difficult becoming extremely frustrating at times but all around it’s a fairly consistent surf break being a beginner or more experience surfer. I’ve lived near the coast for most of my life and I’m comfortable at reading and knowing the ocean, I enjoy exploring the coastline and all ocean activities,, i hold a deep respect and appreciation towards the ocean as its taught me many things over the years and will continue too
  
  I also I have a bush property located in in the forest near a sacred mountain , im renovating an old school bus that soon will be my home This is also another beautiful area with lots of different wildlife A freshwater river flows alongside the property that has a deep-water hole, great area for meditation or swimming , although water temp can be refreshing as its spring feed from a near by mountain
  
  My neighbour there has three horses and is always looking for someone to go riding with. I'm not familiar with horse riding but have a slight interest in learning how to ride
  
  I’ve always worked within environmental field, I care deeply for nature ,forests the ocean and all the wildlife with in. I have previously. worked for national parks wildlife service, marine parks, recently worked for a aboriginal organisations were i implemented and managed a project I had worked on and developed prior since 2016 this involved reintroducing traditional land management with fire within the habitat of a threatened South Coast Koala population to enhance and protect habitat for future generations but due to lack of support from the agency I worked for at the time I now work for myself, I practice and specialise in traditional land management with fire.. this is the traditional fire Regime of Australia before colonisation ,it’s a complex but gentle approach with Fire based on precise timing. This method has a holistic outcome that enhances and protect ecosystems and habitats within the Australian landscape. .a total different approach to Western Fire management systems of hazard reduction burn . working with NPWS I gained experience in western management and can explain and teach the difference between each at a profound level

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Art Projects

  Language practice

  Help with Eco Projects

  Teaching

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet
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  Interests

  

  Water sports

  

  Music

  

  History

  

  Drawing & painting

  

  Art & design

  

  Mountain

  

  Astronomy

  

  Camping

  

  Self development

  

  Sustainability

  

  Culture

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Gardening

  

  Photography

  

  Plant care

  

  Animals

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Sailing / Boating

  

  Nature

  

  Hiking

  

  Beach
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  I can share knowledge of the local culture and traditional land practice and different local landscapes / eco systems patterns and relationships with certain wildlife that are dependent or belong to that particular system. I also believe the each person depending on there personality also have a particular landscape that they belong too depending on there personality traits giving responsibility and care through connection to a certain landscape that simultaneously relate
  
  I can explain to a in depth knowledge about both fire forest management system as well as the differences between western ( hazard reduction) and traditional methods and can explain both of the holistic outcome achieved
  
  Depending on time of year and the season I can teach a little about different native plants, foods and uses . also gathering traditional sea foods
  
  If you're interested in surfing, i can teach and give lessons to at a beginner level. I have a suitable board for those just starting for those who know how to surf i also have a heap of super light weight boards thst I'm not quite fit enough to surf on anymore due to padding. also teach other ocean and beach activities fishing, sailing, snorkelling
  
  I enjoy the social aspects that workaway has to offer. I enjoy learning from guests as much as I enjoy teaching, I’m always up for learning something new either through practical experience or by engaging through in-depth conversations.
  
  I have interest to learn and practising consistently yoga, meditation ,and Pilates

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  Help

  I need help with general house maintenance
  cooking,
  gardening
  Organising
  General house maintenance also a few
  building projects , such as
  stair case,
  fence
  renovating a school bus into a future home, this involves mostly interior layout and design. In the near future I also plan to build a small living area off the bus from a combination of recycled materials I’ve been collecting over the years with bush materials from the surrounding forest

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent

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  Accommodation

  My house is quite spacious with a veranda. I live alone with no pets at the moment , Guest have privacy of their own room , the rest of the house is shared. There are plenty of places for privacy to relax and have some quiet time Food can be supplied depending on the type of arrangement, Im easy going so I'm happy to Negotiate. I can sometimes accommodate two guests when traveling together depending on situation

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  What else ...

  Visitors in their spare time can enjoy exploring beautiful beaches, coast line and nature that is area has to offer The area where I live has spectacular beauty but is also limited by transport. At the moment I have two vehicles so this shouldn’t be a problem if you have an international drivers license

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Space for parking camper vans

  I could do a small camper van but my place is limited with space . A campervan. probably wouldn’t make it to the block of land in wet conditions

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  My animals / pets

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