Ben

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Description

I'm a creative individual that also loves to spend time running in the mountains.
I'm motivated by my mission to make this world a more beautiful, interesting and kind place using the skills I have, and to have experiences that I will remember for life.

To answer the question this site asks- for me, happiness can be tricky, the only reliable ways I have found to achieve it are to be kind to others, to foster meaningful & trusting friendships and to use and develop your talents as best you can.

Interests

Plant care

Carpentry

Camping

Nature

Outdoor activities

Sailing / Boating

Sustainability

Technology

Vegetarian or vegan

Self development

Hitchhiking

Music

Mountain

Hiking

Fitness

Drawing & painting

DIY & crafts

Dancing

Cycling

Charity work

Cooking & food

Books

Astronomy

Architecture

Art & design

Animals

Adventure sports

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
German: Beginner
Spanish: Beginner
Japanese: Beginner
Maori: Beginner
Dutch: Beginner

More details about my language interests
I was fluent in Dutch and German (and English) when I was very young. I'm in the process of picking them up again. I studied Japanese in school for three years and can potentially teach a little. As for Māori (New Zealand's native language) I have just picked up a few words here and there during my time living in NZ. I picked up a little bit of Spanish during my time spent in Chile. I'd be happy to try and speak/ learn your language :)

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Charity Work

Eco Projects

Animal Care

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

Gardening

Life at a Farmstay

Teaching

General Maintenance

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Some knowledge of:  

Languages

Babysitting and creative play

Hospitality/Tourism

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Able to teach about:  

Art Projects

DIY and building projects

More details about your skills

I studied Industrial Design in New Zealand and worked there at an Aerospace company as an engineer/designer/technician for a while.

I'm hands on and good at fixing, building, designing things. Check out my website if you like :)
benkeimpe.com
(I can also help with websites a little - not my strong suit though)

Aside from this, I love to cook. New Zealand cuisine is not super famous for being outstanding (or even existing).. so it will probably be something from elsewhere unless you'd like to learn how to cook a traditional Hangi in the ground. 😄

As far as manual work goes, I'm fit, young and energetic. Of course I can work in your garden, clean, etc.

Lastly, if you'd like some advice on trail running from someone not qualified to give it - I've got you ;)

Age

25

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  Special dietary requirements