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Travel information
I am currently
Travelling
Activities i am interested in:
Hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing and skiing
Description
Hello!
Every trip I have made in Western Canada has reinforced my dream of spending time exploring the mountains, seing wildlife, embracing Nature on a grand scale, enjoying this endless playground, without a return date or final destination. So I waited until the planets got properly aligned and here I am :-)
I left Quebec in early October (2023), drove across the country with a pickup full of my essential belongings and have been doing mainly house sitting since. I am using Trusted House Sitters and House Sitters Canada. I will be happy to share my reviews if you would like to read them.
So far I had to take care of the expected cats and dogs, but also many hobby farms. Lots of hens, some ducks, geese, sheeps, cows, goats and rabbits. They are a lot more fun than I was expecting. I even had to learn how to milk goats by hands, not as easy as it looks!
If you take the time to read my whole profile, you will find out that my work experiences and interests are highly diversified. I am confident that I can be of a great help for many of your projects/needs.
I am very calm, respectful, self-sufficient, considerate, creative and highly adaptive. I am curious by nature and love exploring/discussing different topics.
I don't do drugs of any kind and never get drunk (low tolerance to alcool), even though I enjoy trying out new IPAs and a glass of red wine with a nice meal. (I really like cooking btw)
In Quebec, I was earning my life doing small home renovation projects and running a somewhat virtual mountain biking retail business. I am still servicing my QC based clients.
Now my focus is on visiting areas where I can bike, hike and ski. I am exploring different regions, where I wish to meet the «locals», stay long enough to bring a significant contribution and plan on doing this until I find a place that I will feel like calling home.
May our paths cross, bringing an opportunity for celebrating life together!
AlainInterests
Yoga / WellnessWater sportsWinter sportsSustainabilityPolitics / Social justiceSelf developmentNatureOutdoor activitiesPetsPhotographyMovies & TVMountainFarmingFitnessHikingDIY & craftsCyclingBooksCarpentryCooking & foodBeachAnimalsAdventure sportsLanguages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Spanish: BeginnerSkills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Languages
Eco Projects
Charity Work
Some knowledge of:
Being an elderly companion
Teaching
Gardening
Animal Care
Life at a Farmstay
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Art Projects
Able to teach about:
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
More details about your skills
Here is a brief resume of my current and past professional occupations:
I am operating my own mountain biking products business (www.mtbconsultant.com) and most of my suppliers are happy to accommodate me by drop shipping to my clients.
For several years, I earned my life doing home renovation projects and I can do a lot of different things. I brought my favorite smaller tools with me and already did a few jobs on Vancouver Island this winter.
I did a trail building certification and love working on creating biking or hiking trails.
I have quite a bit of experience with a chainsaw, cutting trees, construction and of course preparing firewood.
I did manage a 16 door condo rental complex for 4 years.
I was a ranger for a large conservative area for two years. I had to go deep into the forest to conduct land surveys, monitor wild animal population, check on the roads and investigate potential infractions within the restricted territory.
I did work in factories and on large construction projects, so I had to operate heavy machinery.
I owned houses, so I am familiar with basic gardening, lawn care, getting ready for winter, snow clearing etc.
I grew up in a rural setting with a dairy farm across the street and was helping them on a daily basis so I am comfortable in that environment. I just did a hobby farm sitting involving 150 hens (keeping the eggs business running), 10 ducks, 2 gees and 2 rabbits.
I am well organized, efficient and a quick learner.
NOTE: If you have bigger renovation projects requiring trade skills that are exceeding what would be normally expected from a Workawayer, I am willing to discuss it and if we come to an agreement, my rate would be exceptionally affordable (In all fairness within the context).Age
59
What else ...
I think that mentioning all the good things that I can share and help with is a great start, but it is also important to express some things that could be a ''deal breaker'', just so we are maximizing our chances of experiencing a genuine good fit. :-)
I need a good Internet connection for my business and keeping in touch with family.
I thoroughly enjoy having conversations, listening to life stories, discussing ideas, fooling around and laughing, but I also regularly need moments of silence.. This means that I could not share bunk beds with a bunch of rowdy young world travelers ;-)
I will travel with my newly acquired 4x4 truck, packed with my favorite tools and some expensive sport equipment (bike, skis, snowshoes and specific clothing), so I will need a parking space and a bit of storage room.
Au plaisir!Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
No allergies that I know ofSpecial dietary requirements
I just really don't like coriander. :-)
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For the first time since I embarked on my journey, I was sad to pack my truck and leave. I am filled with gratitude towards Felix and Astrid. They are so warm, generous and easy going. We had great conversations, great food and I… read more
I was able to help around the house with a variety of small and bigger projects. Her place is… read more
I was very happy to help her out with all kinds of things from plumbing, electricity, carpentry, fixing things, hedge trimming, bringing firewood in and taking care of… read more
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For the first time since I embarked on my journey, I was sad to pack my truck and leave. I am filled with gratitude towards Felix and Astrid. They are so warm, generous and easy going. We had great conversations, great food and I… read more
I was able to help around the house with a variety of small and bigger projects. Her place is… read more
I was very happy to help her out with all kinds of things from plumbing, electricity, carpentry, fixing things, hedge trimming, bringing firewood in and taking care of… read more