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I am currently
Travelling
Activities i am interested in:
Currently applying for residency in Ecuador, exploring the country - been to Quito, Cuenca, Banos, Tena, Misahualli, Loja, Vilcabamba, Salinas, Ayangue, Canoa, Rio Canoa, San Isidro, Mindo, Pto Lopez
My next destination:
Ecuador - from Nov 2022 until Jan 2027 View all
Description
My name is STeve,
I love working with my hands, being outdoors in nature, doing renovation projects, landscaping/gardening, learning new skills, connecting with like-minded others, exploring new places, cultures, and people.
Interests
Beach
Mountain
Cycling
Writing
Music
Hiking
Gardening
Self development
Outdoor activities
Books
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Farming
Blogging
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Romanian: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
TESL certified in 1999, some conversational tutoring in English Definitely interested in learning and practicing more Spanish
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
Eco Projects
House sitting
Being an elderly companion
Animal Care
Charity Work
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Able to teach about:
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Life at a Farmstay
Languages
Teaching
Hospitality/Tourism
More details about your skills
I've bought, renovated, and rented out multiple houses, largely on my own, most of which I still own and manage.
TESL certified, though it's been a long time since I got that cert.
Certified yoga teacher, been doing yoga and meditation since 1995 and 1997, respectively.
Lots of experience doing gardening, landscaping, property maintenance.
Professional musician, been playing drums for 40 years, played professionally for 15 years travelling the world on cruise ships, 10 of those were as Music Director.
Age
54
What else ...
Retired early, currently running multiple businesses in Canada, so reliable 'net access is a must.
SCUBA diving - cavern, open water
Enjoy learning new things, spend a lot of time reading, researching, listening to audiobooks, etc.
LOVE music - playing it, listening to it, seeing live shows.
Daily yoga and meditation, been doing both for decades, teach both as well.
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
hornet stingsSpecial dietary requirements
Due to my medical history, and doctors orders, I need to eat animal protein every day. I can buy and prepare my own meat, been doing that since coming down to Ecuador in November 2022.
Feedback
I recommend other hosts to stay with him if they come to your place, and he will surely return to our Amazon… read more
Cool host, friendly family, a great excursion to a swimming hole, some traditional food and drink, highly recommend.
Plan to go back again soon, love life in the Amazon.
The views are amazing, the property is large, very well designed and maintained, with multiple miradors to see spectacular sunsets. They have created an amazing sanctuary here over the years, with rental cabins, a camping area, plus a number of… read more
I spent more than three months at the Finca, doing a lot of different things - landscaping, gardening, cleaning/prepping/painting many items in… read more
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Feedback
I recommend other hosts to stay with him if they come to your place, and he will surely return to our Amazon… read more
Cool host, friendly family, a great excursion to a swimming hole, some traditional food and drink, highly recommend.
Plan to go back again soon, love life in the Amazon.
The views are amazing, the property is large, very well designed and maintained, with multiple miradors to see spectacular sunsets. They have created an amazing sanctuary here over the years, with rental cabins, a camping area, plus a number of… read more
I spent more than three months at the Finca, doing a lot of different things - landscaping, gardening, cleaning/prepping/painting many items in… read more
Apuela is the nearest town, about 7 km away from the… read more
Crucita is a quiet beach town, near Manta, nice breeze off the ocean every day, super chill place, friendly locals, cools down at night to make it… read more
Lots to do on the property, from farm work, preparing food, working with… read more
We are pleased by the way you integrated in our country and culture, always welcome to come back and let's stay in touch!
The members of the association are all working together to build their operation and brand, and have done a… read more
He was also super caring for our dogs and did daily walks with them. He got along with all of our staff and was a kind and… read more
Designed, measured, ordered materials for, and built a wood bed frame
Repaired the stairs
Daily walking of dogs and watering/trimming plants
Helped with large event for 60… read more
Saw parts of Ecuador I would never have seen otherwise, not a popular tourist route.
Waking up to Chimborazo every day was an added bonus.
Also got to meet and work with young people who are committed to improving life here, contributing time, effort,… read more
Large variety of tasks here, from landscaping/gardening, to handyman/repair work (carpentry, electrical plumbing, etc) to painting and general maintenance. There was another tradesman volunteer on site while I was there, we knocked out a lot of repair jobs in our time together,… read more
Very peaceful, pristine, quiet property in the hills, a sanctuary away from civilization, such as it is, and walkable to town. Great farm-fresh food daily, lemons the size of grapefruits, avocados,… read more
Linda is a gracious, humorous, compassionate woman with a huge heart and a soft spot for both animals and people.
Will and Dannie are great hosts, they run a tight and organized ship, with lots of focus on community, making it fun for the volunteers, and providing a pleasant… read more
It got super busy just after I arrived, place was full for Easter weekend, then it calmed down afterwards, good workout.
Puerto Cayo is chill, a small fishing village, nice respite from the busy cities, and it was hot, like 42C Real… read more
