Jacob

United States
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I am currently
At home
My next destination:
New Zealand
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Description
My name is Jacob and I am currently 19 years old. I have just received my Associates Degree this last spring, and given I am unsure of what I want to do in the future, I hope to utilize Workaway to explore the world, meet a diversity of people, discover new cultures, and dip my feet into various work experiences. I was born in England, but brought to the U.S. at a young age to find home in Washington State, where I continue to reside. Being a product of a cross-cultural marriage and having grown up in the Pacific Northwest, I have naturally fell in love with outdoor exploration, meeting new people, activity, and travel.

I have a deep passion for almost anything outdoors, including hiking, mountain biking, running, snowboarding, soccer, and tennis. I also enjoy playing guitar, photography, videography, and following professional sports. I would consider myself an introverted but eager individual who is detail-oriented, hardworking, and always willing to learn.
Interests
Mountain
Beach
Nature
Camping
Adventure sports
Water sports
Team sports
Winter sports
Fitness
Cycling
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Charity work
Farming
Gardening
Carpentry
Sustainability
Languages
Writing
Photography

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Charity Work
Teaching
Some knowledge of:
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Able to teach about:
Language practice
More details about your skills
I graduated High School in the Spring of 2020, and received my Associates degree from my local community college in March of 2021, maintaining a high GPA during that time. I am planning on continuing my college education in the Fall of 2022, and in the meantime would like to use Workaway to facilitate a budget friendly gap year.

I worked at a local used sporting goods store, Play It Again Sports, for about two and a half years as a sales associate, which honed my social skills, taught me about customer service, as well as everything that goes into running a small business. After receiving my degree I wanted a change, and ventured on my first Workaway to the U.S. Virgin Islands for two months. This experience bolstered my ability to work in a team, taught me to compromise, and reinforced my love for travel and working outdoors. It also provided me with practice operating a variety of vehicles and tools, as well as additional practice with cleaning, general maintenance, and landscaping.

Since this trip I started working my current job at a shed-building company, where I help frame, paint, and roof sheds with all kinds of dimensions and add-ons. I continue to love working in a physical environment in which I learn new, practical construction skills on an hourly basis.

I speak English and a very limited amount of French, and would be happy to help teach people English while I travel.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Beginner
More details about my language interests
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Age
20
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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29/12/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Jacob )

Dear Jacob,

you haven't been here for very long, but long enough, to see, you are a really good one!

You did everything you were asked to do and you did it perfectly!

You offered to have a look at my bike which had issues with gears changing by themselves. You had no experience with bike repairs before but after some youtube tutorials, some… read more

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15/12/2021

Left by Workawayer (Jacob ) for host (Biking, swimming and ...)

Just wow. I adored my stay and the time I spent with Lisa, Michael, Lucca, and Nick and would wholeheartedly recommend this Workaway to anyone. From day one I was welcomed with open arms, which was extremely meaningful for a first time European traveler.

My room was comfortable and spacious, with a little kitchen setup where I could cook with… read more

(Excellent )

14/09/2021

Left by host (Be part of this incredible ...) for Workawayer (Jacob )

Jacob is wonderful. We hope he comes back. He is courteous and deliberate. He is thoughtful and energetic. He is capable and caring. We really enjoyed getting to know Jacob. He fit in great and was universally liked. And he got so much done. He learned new skills, quickly applied them and took care of what he needed to do with positive… read more

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05/08/2021

Left by Workawayer (Jacob ) for host (Be part of this incredible ...)

What a phenomenal experience! Ryan and Corina are wonderful people who are very willing to share their Carribean lifestyle with any workawayer they host. I felt at home from my first day on the island, and didn’t want to leave on my last. This was my first ever workaway, as well as my first ever solo travel endeavor, and I couldn’t recommend it… read more more.

I stayed on St. Croix for two months, from mid-April until mid-June, which felt like a great time frame to travel. I had enough time to experience various parts of the island, get to know other workawayers, and get scuba certified, which is something I would highly recommend. My first-time travel nerves melted away almost the moment I got off the plane thanks to the hospitality of Ryan, Corina, and the workawayers they were hosting. The accommodation is lovely no matter where you stay on the property, which boasts sweeping views of the West coast of the island and Butler Bay from nearly any point. All of the food is vegan, and I can assure you all of the food is tasty. I had never followed a vegan diet prior to my arrival on the island, and to this day I cannot remember eating a bad meal.

Expect to work from seven until noon every weekday performing all kinds of tasks from landscaping, tree planting, painting, sanding, watering, cooking, cleaning, and general construction and destruction. On weekdays after work, everyone eats a big lunch together and then is free for the remainder of the day. Though the work is a bit strenuous on occasion, it is very rewarding and allows you to learn a variety of relevant life skills. It additionally leaves you with more than enough time to get out and explore on weekday afternoons and weekends.

As I mentioned before, I would highly recommend getting scuba certified while on St. Croix, as the underwater wildlife is unbelievable and scuba diving just allows you to see things that you wouldn’t ordinarily be able to see, even with a snorkel. That is not to say that the St. Croix snorkel scene is bad, because it is quite the opposite. I was able to snorkel during the day and night at both Butler Bay and the Frederiksted Pier, and was amazed to see turtles in abundance, tarpon, octopus, squid, and fish boasting colors which I didn’t think were on the spectrum. Aside from these activities, I have fond memories of exploring the island via rental car with other workawayers, hiking, biking, kayaking, travelling to the stunning Buck Island, the botanical gardens, playing frisbee, volleyball, and attending book talks, dance parties, farmers markets, and so much more.

I feel extremely grateful to have stayed with Ryan and Corina for the amount of time that I did, and would wholeheartedly recommend it to any workawayer with any level of travel experience. Please feel free to message me with any questions you might have, as I would be happy to provide further information. Happy travelling!

-Jacob

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