Ingrid

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Description

Hello, my name is Ingrid, I am 30 years old and I am originally from Scotland. I have spent the last six years living in London working for a NGO which works to empower women in countries affected by conflict, I’m very passionate about this work. I’ve decided to take some time out and travel around Central and South America for the next few years.

I really enjoy being outdoors and in particular I enjoy working with animals, especially horses and dogs. I have been riding and working with horses for most of my life. I have spent a lot of time in Spain working at a trekking center, I spent time both managing the yard and also leading out treks as a guide. I massively enjoyed this and definitely wish to spend more time doing similar work!

The work I want to get involved is not restricted to working with animals. I also have a lot of experience working in various rolls in the hospitality industry including as a waitress, bartender and cleaner. I have volunteered in a number of hostels on this trip and really enjoy this too. I love to cook, particularly for other people and whilst not an expert I enjoy gardening.

I am willing to give pretty much anything I go, I want to travel and see as many places as I can. I love traveling, meeting new people and hearing their stories and learning about different cultures and life experiences. I love to try new things and will give everything a go at least once. I love being around other people and working as part of a team but also at the same time I enjoy peace and quiet and I am perfectly happy working by myself.

Interests

Events & social

Politics / Social justice

Sustainability

Movies & TV

Farming

Culture

Charity work

History

Drawing & painting

Hitchhiking

Architecture

Art & design

Plant care

DIY & crafts

Books

Cooking & food

Gardening

Writing

Animals

Cycling

Yoga / Wellness

Fitness

Mountain

Nature

Camping

Beach

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate

More details about my language interests
My Spanish is pretty good but definitely need to keep practicing so looking for this at every opportunity possible!

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

Some knowledge of:  

Gardening

Babysitting and creative play

Creating/ Cooking family meals

General Maintenance

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Hospitality/Tourism

Charity Work

Languages

Helping with Computers/ Internet

DIY and building projects

House & pet sitting

More details about your skills

I have lots of experience with horses in day to day care, riding, leading out treks and also helping beginners learning to ride.
I have also worked on farms with a wide range of animals and most recently in a dog sanctuary, this work including cleaning and feeding as well as administering medicine and assisting in rescues.
I have lots of experience in dealing with the public.
I'm not afraid of hard work or getting my hands dirty and will help out wherever I am needed.
I have experience working in hostels and across a range of other roles in hospitality including cleaning and bar tending.
I love to cook.

Age

30

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