Courtney

United States
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Travel information

I am currently

Travelling

Activities i am interested in:

Anything outdoors!

My next destination:
New Zealand - from Sep 2025 until Sep 2026
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Description

Curious explorer interested in learning through short term experiences. I have a bachelors degree in environmental education which has led to many different opportunities to work with youth outdoors. I enjoy traveling to new places in between my seasonal roles.
Interests

Drawing & painting

DIY & crafts

Music

Languages

Culture

LGBTQ

Politics / Social justice

Self development

Sustainability

Van life

Vegetarian or vegan

Winter sports

Yoga / Wellness

Water sports

Sailing / Boating

Outdoor activities

Nature

Mountain

Hiking

Camping

Adventure sports
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Charity Work

Languages

Eco Projects

House & pet sitting

Animal Care

Art Projects

Some knowledge of:

Hospitality/Tourism

Creative DIY projects

Light gardening

Teaching
More details about your skills

I have a lot of experience in hospitality- I’ve worked in housekeeping and reception anywhere from hotels/hostels to dude ranches to sailboats! Very detail oriented and efficiency-focused.

The majority of my background being in environmental education, I have spent a lot of time in different outdoor environments with people, whether teaching, accomplishing a task, or recreating.
Age

32
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  Flexitarian - I typically eat vegan/vegetarian but love sharing culture through food and appreciate shared meals of any sort

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16 Jun 2026

Left by host (Off-grid paradise being ...) for Workawayer ()

Courtney stayed with us for about 10 days and was excellent company and very social with other guests. No job was too hard, there was a combination of track clearing and tree maintenance work, including getting rid of some invasive weeds. Courtney is super-friendly and welcome back anytime!

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18 Nov 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Off-grid paradise being ...)

My experience at Ollie’s was just what I’d hoped! I felt immediately welcomed and at home; he has an amazing property and everything feels intentional. I arrived on the weekend and had the time free to enjoy the yoga dome and meditation platform; being in these spaces felt like a reset. The work felt very fair and I liked that I had autonomy to … read more

(Excellent )

26 Nov 2025

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Courtney was an absolute pleasure to host. She did an incredible job helping out with property maintenance, hard-working, reliable, and always willing to get stuck into any task with a positive attitude.

She’s a kind, friendly soul who fit in so easily and brought such a warm energy to our place.

We would happily host her again anytime and … read more

(Excellent )

7 Nov 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Experience our conservation ...)

I appreciate my experience with Mish and Nige so much and would truly recommend it to anyone who is seeking to both learn about New Zealand’s conservation and native plants/birds, but also would like to do it in a warm welcoming environment. I learned so much here during my experience that I would not have been able to on my own. Learning the why … read more

(Excellent )

7 Nov 2025

Left by host (Experience our conservation ...) for Workawayer ()

It was an absolute delight to host Courtney at our eco-sanctuary. Courtney and four other workawayers helped us get ready for our Marlborough Environmental Awards Field Day. Their attention to detail with weeding around new plantings & nursery plants, planting & propagation in the nursery was fantastic and very appreciated. Courtney kept our … read more

(Excellent )

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