Jason

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Fully Vaccinated and Boosted
Currently in Argentina
I'm a beginner Spanish speaker, but i want to become an advanced level speaker.
I'm clean, conscientious, respectful, adventurous, and openminded.

After great workaway experiences in the US, I would like to use workaway as an opportunity to explore South America. In addition to providing work in exchange for accommodations, I'm interested in being fully immersed in the lifestyle of my hosts. This provides me with an opportunity to experience a place through its people, and make new friends.

I took time off to explore parts of the US, and now unexpectedly I am exploring South America. I'm motivated by the opportunity to expand my understanding of people, how they live, and getting to experience their lifestyle with them. I am also see this as an opportunity for continual self-improvement. I treat journeys as an end in and of itself. I enjoy experiencing new geographies, both urban and natural. I am most happy when in the company of people who are living their full genuine, driven lives in freedom.

My professional background is in geography and sociology, but I'm moving into public policy. One of my goals for this trip is to support a successful public policy career by better understanding the people policy is supposed to serve.

I enjoy playing sports & games of all kinds, conversation, listening to stories, reading, learning, exploring, hiking and other outdoor activities.

Being respectful of my hosts and their home is something I take seriously. It's important to me for both of us to feel all the better for the experience.

https://www.couchsurfing.com/people/jasonwencak?action=show&controller=user_profiles
linkedin.com/in/jasonwencak/
Interests
Beach
Nature
Camping
Hitchhiking
Fitness
Yoga / Wellness
Cycling
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Farming
Books
Cooking & food
Politics / Social justice
Culture
History
Events & social
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
Art Projects
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
Being an elderly companion
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Teaching
Able to teach about:
Hospitality/Tourism
Language practice
Helping with Computers/ Internet
More details about your skills
I have experience with many tasks. I’m always open to working on new tasks and learning new skills.

Caretaking: Toddlers, children, and elderly.

Agriculture Experience:
WWOOF France, 5 weeks: vineyard maintenance, cattle and pig feeding and maintenance of living spaces, built pig shelter, etc.
Educational Farm, 1 month: harvesting, redesigning beds, stonework, drying and de-stemming herbs and berries, mulching, orchard maintenance, manure application, winterizing fields, etc. Gardening, planting, plant maintenance, etc.
Goat Farm, 1 month: cleared field of dead trees, fed goats, donkey, llama, chickens, general farm maintenance, vegetable, fruit, and herb caretaking and harvesting, goat fence installation, animal habitat and shelter maintenance

House Renovation: Painting, door replacement, insulating, wallpaper and mirror removal, shelving installation, organizing/interior design, etc.

Landscaping: Tree removal and pruning, hedge trimming, wood splitting, gardening, building garden beds, weeding, mulching, mowing, weedwacking, operating 20" chainsaw, reciprocating saw, auger, 8’ wide front loader, 4-wheeler, etc.

Meal Prep: assisted with meal prep and presentation as a server and kitchen supervisor at a farm-to-table restaurant
Languages
Languages spoken
Spanish: Beginner
French: Beginner
Portuguese: Beginner
Chinese (Mandarin): Beginner
More details about my language interests
I'm happy to learn any language, practice French, Spanish, Portuguese, or Chinese with another learner, teach English or beginner French, Spanish, or Chinese.
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Age
35
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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10/01/2022

Left by host (Join our family in the ...) for Workawayer (Jason)

Our household was entirely blessed by Jason's stay. He worked hard and loved hard. We were able to share in a beautiful Thanksgiving together at the beginning of his visit, and it felt a little (a-lotta) empty having to say "see you later" shortly before Christmas.

Jason is a jack of all trades and willing to get his hands dirty, yet he is not… read more

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03/01/2022

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host (Join our family in the ...)

My workaway with Amber, Duhe, Leadros, and dogs Merlin and Lilith was such an enjoyable four weeks. I have no doubt they are one of the top workaway opportunities in the US. They are an open, loving family that makes you feel right at home.

Being a part of Leadros's exploration of his curiosity was a joy. They have a beautiful property, of which… read more

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04/11/2021

Left by host (Help out at our non-profit ...) for Workawayer (Jason)

Jason was very helpful and always happy to help out in any way he could. He was very social, got along with all the other volunteers, and was a pleasure to be around. He is welcome to volunteer at the hostel any time!

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22/10/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Jason)

Jason was a great workawayer and guest. He was very helpful and always cheery. He was fun to talk with, we had lots of good conversations.
While he was here he did various house chores. He was very hardworking. He was self motivated and needed only a little direction. He even managed to fix our leaky kitchen sink! Without any previous plumbing… read more

(Excellent )

19/10/2021

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host (Come see Lake Superior and ...)

Nichole and Jonah were great hosts. I enjoyed hanging out with them and their family. I learned a lot from talking with Jonah about gardening and food preservation techniques. He is a wealth of knowledge of all things food and plants. They are both interesting and resourceful people, and know a lot about the area. Two Harbors is a beautiful spot… read more

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03/01/2022

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04/11/2021

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22/10/2021

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19/10/2021

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14/09/2021

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He was a perfect guest in my home, fun, hard working and easy to hang out with or talk to. Will to help out with any and all work even dishes if asked. He followed directions with a smile and we enjoyed having Jason in our home. Safe travels until we see you again.

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13/09/2021

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host (You are interested in native ...)

My two week stay with Bud, Rona, Moon, and Prairie was an enrichening and enjoyable experience. Bud and Rona are full of stories and have both lived super interesting lives. They have a broad range of knowledge and maintain a colorful range of activities and business. Rona's cooking is superb and health conscious. Between their home and store,… read more

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18/08/2021

Left by host (Come and help on our farm in ...) for Workawayer (Jason)

If you are looking for a great guy to help out in about any situation, Jason is you guy. He arrived on the farm ready to work and jumped in helping with chores right away. Jason is eager to try new things and learn skills.
We enjoyed his month long stay on our farm. He helped in all areas of the farm. Many trees were felled, gardens tended, corn… read more

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18/08/2021

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host (Come and help on our farm in ...)

My month-long stay with Tammy and Skip on their farm was an enjoyable and educational experience. Their farm is multifaceted. As such, to my delight, monotony was not experienced. They are both former teachers and it shows. Any teaching opportunity is taken advantage of and they never shy away from asked questions. Instructions are clearly… read more

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22/07/2021

Left by host (Help welcome in getting ...) for Workawayer (Jason)

Jason was a wonderful guest, helpful oh so helpful. !!!! With me in the middle of renovating and trying to down-size he was willing to do anything that needed to be done. Mow, clean the flower beds , put out mulch, paint, remove trash, and clean . We went camping and hiking and it was memory making. ...Watch the Fort Worth fireworks and explored.… read more

(Excellent )

17/07/2021

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host (Help welcome in getting ...)

I had a great three weeks with Tanya. She was accommodating and very friendly. Her home is very comfortable and she lives in a nice neighborhood. I was able to use a bike and get around Fort Worth on my time off. We went camping one weekend which was fun. I would certainly recommend a stay with Tanya.

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15/06/2021

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host (High-rise living with a ...)

Staying with Chris was a fantastic experience. His apartment is very nice and as convenient as can be located downtown next to a DART station. I really enjoyed our walks around downtown and elsewhere in Dallas. He has expert knowledge of the history, architecture, landmarks, and restaurants in Dallas. He really enjoys sharing this knowledge. When… read more

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14/06/2021

Left by host (High-rise living with a ...) for Workawayer (Jason)

Jason was a big help and I appreciated having him around. I never expect guests to clean-up after me, but he did so every time (in addition to always cleaning-up after himself). I was extremely busy during much of the time he stayed with me and I appreciated that he left me alone to focus on work. I also had the luck of having a migraine for… read more

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