David

South Africa
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I am currently

At home

Activities i am interested in:

I enjoy building projects. I have built several timber frame houses ,so I am pretty good in this area.

My next destination:
Scotland, United Kingdom
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Description

Handy with tools.
Interests

DIY & crafts

Carpentry

Art & design

Animals

Sailing / Boating

Sustainability

Pets

Music

Outdoor activities

Farming

Drawing & painting

Fitness
Languages spoken

English: Fluent
Afrikaans: Intermediate
Spanish: Beginner
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

Some knowledge of:

Helping around the house

Able to teach about:

Creative DIY projects

Light maintenance

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Animal Care

Art Projects

Helping with Computers/ Internet
More details about your skills

I have built 3 timber frame houses,so pretty good with a hammer,screwdriver.
Basically most building work I can do. Tiling, plumbing and electrical work.
My passion however is alternate energy.
I have built many wind generators, composting toilets, etc ...
Age

57
What else ...

Hello,
Well Life sure changed for me, I was an Airline Pilot, due covid , lost my job but am really interested to get into train driving, but in the meantime as I don't like sitting around doing nothing ,I can put my building skills to work again. I have done extensive timber frame building.
I play quite abit of guitar and sing. I have played at small restaurants etc, just quiet music. I have done quite abit of painting too, mainly landscapes..
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
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7 Mar 2024

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If there was a way to leave more than 5 stars, Dave would have earned it. He spent nearly a month with us and we were all very sad to see him leave. Dave was seriously skilled in so many areas that it was like having multiple people wrapped up in one. He helped us tremendously for which we are very grateful. He is also a talented musician and we … read more

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13 Jan 2024

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Thanks Christi for a wondedrful month. You truly are an amazing person and you did many things to help me. Thanks again.
The gardens are just a beautiful place to be in. Its a magical experience.
We shall keep in touch...
Dave

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19 Dec 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join a Norwegian family on ...)

was a fantastic time at Krishi and Heddah... They treated me very well and left me to carry on and do the things that needed doing..
Its a lovely place too, on the beach. I especially loved getting up early and doing exercises on the boat dock..
Thank you so much for your trust in me,I loved helping at your place and thank you so much for the … read more

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24 Aug 2021

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help with creating and art, ...)

Was so peaceful to stay with Amanda. She is very kind and was always happy to do things..
unfortunately due to a family emergency Amanda had to leave ,so I stayed to look after the house.
Amanda is a very talented artist and loves the natural things in life...
hopefully one day I get to back to the Azores..

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29 Jul 2021

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If you want the perfect workawyer then have David at your project!

I absolutely loved having him here. He’d make such a contribution to any project. I’d thoroughly recommend him to any future host.

He is such a beautiful soul, with such a big heart, full of kindness, adaptable, flexible. He instantly settled into life here at the house of art, … read more

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13 Jan 2024

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19 Dec 2023

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24 Aug 2021

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29 Jul 2021

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5 Jul 2021

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I cant say enough of how wonderful Susan is. She took me in, left me at my own pace to take care of the many maintenance issues. She has a wonderful caring nature and a very soft heart. So many other things to mention,
she took care of the shopping for us, never left us without mounds of delicious things to eat! ;) .
She is a very smart lady and a … read more

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1 Jul 2021

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Dave was a great help to us, able to turn his hand to anything. We worked on a shoestring and yet Dave managed to come up with ways to do everything and still produce a great result at the end. From fixing the roof to putting on a completely new flat roof to woodworking, maintenance, plumbing, electrics and even Xbox controllers and earphones that … read more

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17 Mar 2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Volunteer in Mijas, Andalucia)

It's not often I get to meet wonderful people like Dennis and Liliane.!
I came as a stranger and I left as a friend.
Wonderful times with you both!!.
See you in a few months....

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10 Mar 2019

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Dave is a highly motivated pet care worker—I cannot recommend him enough! I have had dog-sitters who were apathetic and who let both discipline and routine slip, but Dave is organized, dedicated, and was amazing at keeping my three dogs in good health and good spirits.
Dave was great with all the animals, and has a special knack for getting dogs … read more

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