Michael

United Kingdom
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Hello, My name is Michael,

I'm an amiable, introspective, hard working person looking for meaningful volunteering opportunities. I'm always interested in meeting different people and learning about new ways of living, thinking, and experiencing life. For me, volunteering is a brilliant way to do this

I enjoy working outside and I have a fair bit of experience in gardening and grounds maintenance. From my previous work experience in rural locations in Australia and New Zealand (and from past volunteering) I have skills/experience in:

- Garden maintenance (weeding,
mowing, strimming, hedge
trimming)
- Tractor driving
- Chopping/stacking logs
- Fruit picking/pruning
- Landscape gardening
- Building/Mixing cement
- Forklift driving
- Mulching
- Painting

I regularly practice meditation. I also have martial arts experience (Muay Thai) and I dabble at the guitar and piano in my free time.

Thanks for taking the time to read this
Interests

Self development

Gardening

Yoga / Wellness

Pets

Outdoor activities

Nature

Music

Mountain

Hitchhiking

Hiking

Cycling

Charity work

Camping

Beach

Animals

Adventure sports
Languages spoken

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

I'm interested in:

Light gardening

Eco Projects

Charity Work

Helping around the house

Some knowledge of:

Creative DIY projects

Life at a Farmstay

Light maintenance

Teaching

Hospitality/Tourism

Helping with Computers/ Internet
More details about your skills

- Tractor driving
- Landscape gardening
- Can play the guitar
- Muay Thai experience
Age

31
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  Gluten intolerant and lactose intolerant (but i can tolerate butter, chocolate, some cheeses)

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10 Aug 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Permaculture, animals and ...)

What a lovely time we had here,

Jon & Evelyn are kind, warm hearted people and it was an absolute joy to spend time helping out on their property

Their permaculture farm is beautiful. It is far enough from Pukekohe to feel very rural, but close enough for easy trips to the shops. There is an abundance of animals on the farm, ranging from dogs … read more

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22 Jul 2024

Left by host (Permaculture, animals and ...) for Workawayer ()

Michael was great to have around, dependable and hard working, always exceeding what was required on a variety of tasks. He achieved some great results, was friendly and conversational and took a real interest in the farm and animals. We would welcome Michael back any time and recommend him to other hosts. Jon and Evelyn

(Excellent )

9 Apr 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Take part in an arboretum and ...)

This really is a very special place. Mark's passion and authentic concern for nature have created one of the most beautiful places I've ever been to. Mark's home is nestled amongst pristine forests that he, with the help of others, have planted over the years. Turning grasslands into a thriving forest ecosystem. Much of the work here is in … read more

(Excellent )

4 Feb 2022

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Michael is a social and friendly man who worked responsibly in our institute. I recommed him to another host.

(Excellent )

6 Sep 2021

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join our English language ...)

What a lovely place to volunteer!

I spent 2 weeks at the institute here in Latacunga. Everybody who works here is incredibly lovely and will make you feel very comfortable and at home. The work itself is pretty laid back and its generally 20-30 mins of talking per student, for 3-4 hours per day. The institute is in a nice location and the rooms … read more

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