Stephen

Canada
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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
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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: Beginner
More details about my language interests
TESL certified in 1999, some conversational tutoring in English Definitely interested in learning and practicing more Spanish
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
House sitting
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Able to teach about:
Languages
Teaching
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.
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 stings
- Special dietary requirements
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19 Jan 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help with building and ...)

I spent two weeks in Salango with Ana and Christian, mostly doing electrical work around the property.

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

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4 Jan 2025

Left by host (Come and spend some time on ...) for Workawayer ()

Stephen, una persona de gran corazón, muy responsable y un gran colaborador. Realmente un gran amigo que sabe que acá siempre será bien recibido. Muchas gracias todo tu apoyo.

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31 Dec 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Come and spend some time on ...)

Hands-down, THE best Workaway so far, after almost 2 years travelling through Ecuador. Mauricio, Jenny, and everyone at Rancho Palma Real are great people, very friendly, helpful, and have a great vibe.

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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9 Sep 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Photographer/Videographer to ...)

I spent four weeks on the farm, a very peaceful, relaxing sanctuary away from civilization, such as it is. Did different things here, repaired a fence on day one, installed an electric fence, plus picked coffee, herded, housed and fed the sheep and chickens a couple times each week as well.

Apuela is the nearest town, about 7 km away from the… read more

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19 Jan 2025

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4 Jan 2025

Left by host (Come and spend some time on ...) for Workawayer ()

Stephen, una persona de gran corazón, muy responsable y un gran colaborador. Realmente un gran amigo que sabe que acá siempre será bien recibido. Muchas gracias todo tu apoyo.

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31 Dec 2024

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9 Sep 2024

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17 May 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Hostel on the beach in ...)

Did a month at the hostel in Crucita, mostly plastering and painting, we got a lot done, cool vibe, great host, lots of work to do, plus time to explore the region, enjoy the beach and the ocean, etc.
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

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23 Mar 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join us on our beautiful, ...)

Spent 7 weeks here, very peaceful, surrounded by nature and the animals on the farm – chickens, ducks, cows, cats, dog, fish, etc, a sanctuary away from civilization, such as it is… 2 small pueblos are walkable from here, about 3 hours from Quito, and 4 from Otavalo by bus.

Lots to do on the property, from farm work, preparing food, working with… read more

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14 Feb 2024

Left by host (Organic Amazonian chocolate ...) for Workawayer ()

Stephen is a very bright and interesting person, ready to support is whatever and open to new adventures.
We are pleased by the way you integrated in our country and culture, always welcome to come back and let's stay in touch!

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9 Feb 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Organic Amazonian chocolate ...)

I spent a week with Geraldo and Victor and their association just outside of Misahualli, clearing land, harvesting cacao, and learning more about life in the jungle. Very friendly, helpful, sincere people there, and delicious chocolate too.

The members of the association are all working together to build their operation and brand, and have done a… read more

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14 Nov 2023

Left by host (General help at a hostel with ...) for Workawayer ()

Stephen was hands-on with many tasks we gave him. We had some inconvenient issues with electrical and he definitely was a great help resolving that! We couldn't have gotten that solved without him! So glad he was here!

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

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14 Sep 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (General help at a hostel with ...)

Spent a month with Roger and Malena, great stay, great hosts and staff, great beer, got a LOT done there (I have a LOT of eclectic skills), including but not limited to:

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

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26 Oct 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Be a part of creating ...)

Spent a full month here with Joshua, his family, interns, volunteers, and the local community.
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

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11 Aug 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Building, gardening, ...)

Great stay at Pacheco with Curtis, who is a gracious and cool host.

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

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11 Aug 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Be inspired to create beauty ...)

Had a great 3 week stay at Kerry’s Finca, spent most of it doing cement and plaster work to finish off the amazing outdoor shower, my Magnum Opus.

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

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8 Jun 2023

Left by host (Join at an artsy beachfront ...) for Workawayer ()

You did an amazing job, and we certainly hope you return in the future. Our door is open and thank you again.

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1 Apr 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join at an artsy beachfront ...)

This was my first Workaway experience, and a great introduction.
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

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3 May 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help us and our dogs in a ...)

Spent the month of April there, good times, with good dogs, friendly guests, and hospitable hosts Janet and Ron.

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

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