Charley

United Kingdom
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H, I am from the sunny UK (London to be specific), and I am currently travelling in Brazil. I am here to meet new people, learn new skills and to hopefully improve my Portugeuse.
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Hi, my name is Charley and I am a hard working and friendly person. I am not hugely great about writing about myself, so apologies if this is more short and sweet.

I am motivated by friendly and upbeat people, and those who put others before themselves. I am happy when amongst like minded people. I love looking after animals and wildlife and partaking in any form of charity work. I have been working in wildlife rehab in Canada over the past year and I really have a true and genuine love for all animals.

Back in the UK I work in social care, supporting individuals who need help in different ways and I believe that this type of work probably is my calling in life.

I am looking forward to meeting new people and experiencing new cultures through Workaway. I want to learn new skills and witness the diversity of this world. I am open to learn about anything and everything.

I am currently learning Portuguese, in hope that at some point I can have a long conversation with someone and understand at least 90% of what they are saying. One day......

My interests include hiking, roller blading, ice skating, anything outdoorsy. At the moment I am long-term travelling, with no particular destination in mind; just seeing where the wind blows me.
Interests
Sustainability
Self development
Yoga / Wellness
Van life
Vegetarian or vegan
Pets
Outdoor activities
Nature
Mountain
Hitchhiking
Fitness
Hiking
Events & social
Culture
Charity work
Camping
Books
Astronomy
Animals
Adventure sports
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Portuguese: Beginner
More details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Some knowledge of:
Eco Projects
Animal Care
Life at a Farmstay
Able to teach about:
Charity Work
Languages
More details about your skills
I will try my hand at pretty much everything. I have experience in wildlife and animal care, farmwork, housekeeping, hospitality, retail. I enjoy being outdoors and taking on any job that allows me to be so.
Age
34
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  Vegetarian/Vegan

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8 May 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help with our permaculture ...)

I had a beautiful experience with this family. I stayed for 2 weeks and Guilherme and Gustavo were very welcoming, and made me feel at home. Miquel and Jace would stay at the farm during the weekends and they were really like two balls of light. Such wonderful personalities!

You can really learn a lot on this farm, as the whole family has a lot… read more

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16 Mar 2025

Left by host (Unconventional farm focused ...) for Workawayer ()

Charley was an incredible volunteer and a truly valuable addition to our farm. She is super nice, hands-on, and always willing to help with anything that needed to be done. Her calm and chilled nature made her a pleasure to have around, creating a great atmosphere wherever she went.

Beyond her strong work ethic, Charley is also very responsible… read more

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7 Mar 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Unconventional farm focused ...)

I had a beautiful experience staying at Bruno and Barbara's place. I was planning on staying for 2 weeks, but ended up staying for an extra week. The work was very simple; helping out in the kitchen (mostly washing up) and helping the gardeners. The work is very, very flexible and the volunteers were trusted to organise our own hours. We were 5… read more volunteers, so generally we would split the work in the morning and the afternoon, depending on people's preferences. We worked 3-4 hours per day. The staff working in the kitchen, Maria and Andrea, are wonderful, and you can also have some fun conversations with the gardener, Iago.

Bruno and Barbara had to go on a trip for several days and asked us to look after their animals whilst they were away. They gave us alternative days off, to make up for the time, although in my opinion, looking after animals is no work at all (even though Milhado sometimes needs constant surveillance :p ).

Volunteers are free to use the swimming pool and sauna, which is for the guests, which makes for an even more relaxing experience.

I wanted to practice my Portuguese whilst at the farm, which is possible whilst you are working, but not a constant possibility. The common language in the volunteer house was English, so Bruno would speak to us all in English, so that everyone understood. However, the ladies working in the kitchen and the gardeners are more than willing to converse in Portugueuse. They can speak some basic English, but not too much, so it's probably nice for them if people make a little effort with Portugueuse :).

Bruno and Barbara joined us on some evenings for some drinks, which was nice and meant that we got to know them a little better and they are a very sweet couple. Once a week Bruno will go to the supermarket and buy food for the volunteers for the house. Volunteers can use anything that they are given and have to make their own food. I am a lazy cook, but I was privileged to be living in the house with a couple from Argentina and Chile, who loved to cook, and dam, they can cook. So all I had to worry about was doing the washing up. But generally, if you are a few volunteers, then you can organise cooking between yourselves.

Would highly recommend this beautiful place. Also, make sure to visit the coffee farm, just outside Amparo. What an experience!

If you decide to volunteer here, please make sure to feed the wild cat; she is forever in my heart and Bruno will supply you with food for her.

Thanks Bruno and Barbara :).

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14 Feb 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help at a chill hostel in ...)

Marco is a very nice and chilled out guy, and is very flexible when it comes to the tasks he asks of volunteers. You will mostly be helping with cleaning and watching the hostel in case guests arrive when Marco needs to go out. He gives a lot of notice of when this might be.

The hostel itself is lovely and I met some truly wonderful people there.… read more

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