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Travelling
Our next destination:
Canada - from Nov 2022 until Apr 2023 View all
Description
We are Jason and Melanie, a 28 year old couple, together for 10 years from Ontario, Canada. We are so grateful for the Workaway program which has led us to so many amazing opportunities. We continue to travel using Workaway and have exchanged in Australia, Canada, Costa Rica, Mexico, Nicaragua, the United Kingdom, and Portugal.
We consider ourselves to be hardworking, dependable and respectful. We enjoy quiet time to relax and embrace good company as much as we love experiencing a new adventure. We love the outdoors and are passionate about living in sustainable ways. We are keen on learning new things and we aren't afraid to hold back.
All of our exchange experiences have been great sources for growth and learning, which is why we are so excited to continue travelling and exchanging across the world!
Interests
MountainBeachNatureCampingAdventure sportsWater sportsYoga / WellnessDancingOutdoor activitiesHikingVan lifeSustainabilityAnimalsPetsLanguagesDIY & craftsPhotographyBloggingAstronomyCooking & food
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Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentMore details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.
Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn
We're interested in:
Gardening
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Languages
Art Projects
Teaching
Able to teach about:
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
Eco Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
More details about your skills
Jason
- Licensed Motorcycle mechanic
- Intermediate carpentry skills
- Great knowledge with hand tools and machinery (bobcat, excavator, tractors/lawn equipment)
Melanie
- Excels in administration and guest services
- Certified Wedding Planner & Event Coordinator
- Basic marketing skills, eye for digital design
Jason & Melanie
- Villa/ Hostel Manager experience
- Highly experienced with interior and exterior painting
- General garden knowledge (growing, maintaining and harvesting)
- Property maintenance (you name it, we'll do it!)
- Avid dog/ animal pet sitters
- Organized, detail oriented, strong work ethic
- Strong communication, teamwork & leadership skills
- Time management & problem solving skills
Age
28 & 28
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Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
Vegetarian
Feedback
07/01/2023
We had a wonderful stay with Eva, Nikki, and Joey. Their home is big, beautiful, and welcoming. We stayed with them at the end of the season so things were just winding down as guests were leaving. Our work was always fair and they always allowed for plenty of time to enjoy the area, the beach, and the surf. Their warm hospitality made us feel at… read more
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06/01/2023
Left by host (Help in our private home on ...) for Workawayer ()
We hosted Jason and Mel in November and they were so great! We were kind of all over the place when they arrived because we had a lot of things going on but nonetheless, they adapted amazingly and helped us so much! All the tasks that we gave them (they included painting some walls and ceilings, deep cleaning and so on) were done perfectly and we… read more
(Excellent
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15/09/2022
Tom and Tamsin offer a warm and comforting exchange experience. They are very kind, friendly and easy to get along with. Their spacious country home is a beautiful place to experience life in North Wales. They live in a small village with one little shop however only 5 minutes walking distance from their home is the bus stop. We were able to… read more
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15/07/2022
Left by host (Help at our property in a ...) for Workawayer ()
Jason and Mel were amazing workawayers and we had them back several times over the year. They were willing to tackle anything from weeding, painting, digging, running machinery and cleaning out the chicken coop:) Mel even organized closets and kitchen cupboards. It was always a pleasure when they returned and we enjoyed their time with us.… read more
(Excellent
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27/04/2022
Better late than never! Deb and Andy opened their doors to us late last year and we have returned several times since! It didn’t take long to feel like family! They are the most kind, thoughtful and generous hosts you could possibly find. They have truly spoiled us with kindness.
Melanie thoroughly enjoyed spending time in the kitchen with… read more
Melanie thoroughly enjoyed spending time in the kitchen with… read more
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07/01/2023
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(Help in our private home on ...)
We had a wonderful stay with Eva, Nikki, and Joey. Their home is big, beautiful, and welcoming. We stayed with them at the end of the season so things were just winding down as guests were leaving. Our work was always fair and they always allowed for plenty of time to enjoy the area, the beach, and the surf. Their warm hospitality made us feel at… read more
(Excellent
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06/01/2023
Left by host (Help in our private home on ...) for Workawayer ()
We hosted Jason and Mel in November and they were so great! We were kind of all over the place when they arrived because we had a lot of things going on but nonetheless, they adapted amazingly and helped us so much! All the tasks that we gave them (they included painting some walls and ceilings, deep cleaning and so on) were done perfectly and we… read more
(Excellent
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15/09/2022
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(Help with our lovely rescue ...)
Tom and Tamsin offer a warm and comforting exchange experience. They are very kind, friendly and easy to get along with. Their spacious country home is a beautiful place to experience life in North Wales. They live in a small village with one little shop however only 5 minutes walking distance from their home is the bus stop. We were able to… read more
(Excellent
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15/07/2022
Left by host (Help at our property in a ...) for Workawayer ()
Jason and Mel were amazing workawayers and we had them back several times over the year. They were willing to tackle anything from weeding, painting, digging, running machinery and cleaning out the chicken coop:) Mel even organized closets and kitchen cupboards. It was always a pleasure when they returned and we enjoyed their time with us.… read more
(Excellent
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27/04/2022
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help at our property in a ...)
Better late than never! Deb and Andy opened their doors to us late last year and we have returned several times since! It didn’t take long to feel like family! They are the most kind, thoughtful and generous hosts you could possibly find. They have truly spoiled us with kindness.
Melanie thoroughly enjoyed spending time in the kitchen with… read more
Melanie thoroughly enjoyed spending time in the kitchen with… read more
(Excellent
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09/12/2021
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Can't say enough good things about Melanie and Jason. We are so incredibly grateful to have had the opportunity to host them in our home. They were kind, respectful and incredibly giving of their talents and skills. They helped us with so many important things in the short two weeks they were here, we are forever grateful. Our doors are open if… read more
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22/11/2021
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(Help out on our ranch twenty ...)
Our stay at the ranch was absolutely wonderful! Maya and her entire family welcomed us in with open arms making us feel like part of the family almost immediately. Their property is huge with beautiful mountain views and their home is a big cozy cabin. Our accommodation could not have been any better as we were spoiled with a beautiful private… read more
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15/07/2021
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(Looking for an experienced ...)
We spent 4 weeks with Blue and it was absolutely amazing! She kindly welcomed us to her beautiful ranch with open arms. We spent most of our working hours painting the horse stables where we were always happy to see the smiling faces of her hard working staff, as well as the wagging tales of the animals. Blue was often very busy working but always… read more
(Excellent
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23/02/2021
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Ok I’m going to try to explain a little bit of our experience with this two super nice people.
Mel and Jay stayed 3 weeks with us helping with all kinds of missions really.
From the very beginning we loved them. They were so respectful, friendly and easy to communicate.
Along with landscaping and general labour they were sharp on any tasks we… read more
Mel and Jay stayed 3 weeks with us helping with all kinds of missions really.
From the very beginning we loved them. They were so respectful, friendly and easy to communicate.
Along with landscaping and general labour they were sharp on any tasks we… read more
(Excellent
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07/02/2021
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(Bring your inspiration and ...)
We stayed in Santa Teresa with Tule and Uky for 3 weeks. They are lovely hosts, very approachable, easy going and laid back. Tule showed us the best rock pools at low tide and shared a surf session with Jay. Uky kindly brought us to the weekend organic market. When Mel fell ill they were both extremely caring in letting her rest and get… read more
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11/07/2020
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I hardly know where to begin to describe how wonderful it was to host Jason and Melanie. An incredibly sweet couple who are thoughtful, talented, respectful, hardworking, the list goes on.
Jason was involved in many projects with us, including servicing all of our ATVs, helping to build an archery range, fixed broken generators and bobcats and… read more
Jason was involved in many projects with us, including servicing all of our ATVs, helping to build an archery range, fixed broken generators and bobcats and… read more
(Excellent
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02/07/2020
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(Exceptional opportunity at ...)
It was a bittersweet day leaving our Chilko friends. We left the wilderness feeling so grateful for every experience. We saw and did absolutely everything we could have hoped for. The wildlife was spectacular from black bear and grizzly bear viewing, to seeing moose, and watching eagles soar. The activities were always full of adventure as we… read more
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25/09/2019
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Had Melanie & Jason stay with me for 6 weeks as I needed various tasks done around my large house. They are the most lovely, hardworking 25year olds you could ever encounter.
It felt like I had family staying with me except family members don't like doing tasks. I could leave them unsupervised for a day or even overnight knowing that their tasks… read more
It felt like I had family staying with me except family members don't like doing tasks. I could leave them unsupervised for a day or even overnight knowing that their tasks… read more
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24/09/2019
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(Help needed with some ...)
We are feeling very thankful and grateful after our stay with Gladys. We immediately felt warmth and happiness from the moment we met her. She is kind hearted with a happy spirit and the most genuine energy. Every day with Gladys, is a really really great day!
Our 6 week stay at her beautiful Queenslander style home was filled with tasks to help… read more
Our 6 week stay at her beautiful Queenslander style home was filled with tasks to help… read more
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13/07/2019
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(A great way to experience the ...)
Shark Bay wouldn’t be the same without Garth and Scooby! We had a fantastic 2 weeks, he is so easy going and laid back. We had so many firsts with Garth; squid fishing, off road adventures, and outdoor natural hot tubing.
We helped Garth with cleaning his tour vehicle, walking his dog Scooby, painting his laundry room, and little tasks in… read more
We helped Garth with cleaning his tour vehicle, walking his dog Scooby, painting his laundry room, and little tasks in… read more
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12/07/2019
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Mel and Jason are a lovely couple, a pleasure to host and were a great help.
They helped me with everything and even painted my laundry for me, a job I've been trying to finish for ages.
I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable, hard working and trust worthy couple.
They helped me with everything and even painted my laundry for me, a job I've been trying to finish for ages.
I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable, hard working and trust worthy couple.
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17/06/2019
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It has been our pleasure to host Mel and Jason and would be more than happy to have them return. Very helpful and willing for all the odd jobs we could come up with. We look forward to catching up with them on our next holiday.
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16/05/2019
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(Welcome Traveler to help our ...)
We are leaving the Kehl family with full hearts! Jurg and Georgina are so so kind, and caring. We have learnt so much about their lifestyle; free-dive fishing, beekeeping, their chooks, ducks and goat, and so much more! We are so grateful for the food they served as it was as always full of colourful vegetables and good proteins. Their perfectly… read more
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14/06/2019
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Wow. What a pleasure it was to meet both Mel and Jay, an exceptional young couple from Canada, excuding warmth and kindness and good old fashioned Canadian charm from the moment they arrived :) How positively fortunate we were as a family for their tremendous contribution to our family and our lives for the 2 months they were with us. Within no… read more
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26/04/2019
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(Help us with child care on ...)
It’s hard to believe 2 months ago we were strangers. We’ve had an incredible time with Alex, Flo and Taj - we hardly wanted to leave! Alex and Flo are the most easy going, humble, hard working and kind hearted people.Their arms were wide open as they welcomed us into their home as the most amazing hosts and quickly turned into lifelong friends!… read more
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15/02/2019
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Jason & Melanie were a pleasure to meet. Melanie is just gorgeous. Jason is shy but always actively listening in conversations. We put Jason's mechanic's skills to good use - fixing things that have been waiting for attention for years. Melanie sanded and oiled timber, made our truck 100 kg lighter after cleaning it, and both helped out actively… read more
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08/02/2019
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(Beautiful working farm close ...)
There is no farm house like Janelle and Greg’s farm house! Their beautiful heritage home and spectacular views constantly took our breath away. They taught us about cattle farming, free range chooks and life as an Aussie farmer! We enjoyed many meals filled with delicious food and good company! We are so glad that we were able to experience what… read more
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