Stephen

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Australia
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Travelling
Description

I am a writer, Australian, who has has travelled widely and worked at many different jobs in various settings: driving, care-taking, copywriting, waiting/bartending, cooking & housekeeping, and animal care (working with animals is a particularly strong interest). I have a good work ethic and enough common sense to turn my hand to a range of tasks. I know I couldn't enjoy any Workaway experience in which I didn’t offer something substantial to my host and be an asset.
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Beginner

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Eco Projects

Charity Work

Teaching

Some knowledge of:

Light gardening

Light maintenance

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Life at a Farmstay

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Helping with Computers/ Internet
More details about your skills

On the vocational side of things, I have a background in writing and communications; I do some freelance work for a couple of regular clients but full-time office work is something I avoid :) I am reasonable with computers and with my hands when it comes to general maintenance.

I love any sort of contact with animals. I'm increasingly interested in cooking (I'm vegetarian most of the time) and I am a competent driver. I like bringing chaos to order if there's a basement or garden that needs attention. I learn quickly, and am probably at my best when give set, regular tasks, so I welcome it if hosts have a clear picture of what they would like done on a regular basis.
Age

49
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  No
- Special dietary requirements
  No. Left to my own devices I am mostly vegetarian.

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28 Jan 2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Live in the forest; calm, ...)

I have just finished a month at Kedarnathan's and would start by echoing so many of the reviews that appear here: the opportunity was beautiful and something I’ll be grateful for always. The work itself is enjoyable, but it is paired with a very rare chance to explore and expand one’s spiritual practice. I came here during a time of great inner … read more

(Excellent )

20 Dec 2018

Left by host (Welcoming animal lovers eager ...) for Workawayer ()

Thank you Steve for a very comprehensive review. It was a real pleasure to meet you & have you staying here with us.
Steve is a very conscientious, hard worker, not least of which when rounding up errant goats which had escaped the fences Yet Again!! He made great efforts to improve the goat-proofing of our fences, which in the main does seem to … read more

(Excellent )

12 Dec 2018

Left by Workawayer () for host (Welcoming animal lovers eager ...)

I have just finished five terrific and rewarding weeks at Confolens with Louise, Abby, and the wonderful menagerie of non-human VIP beings (rabbits, goats, horses, ponies, dogs, others, and Cats) who call their beautiful farm home. I will just say at the top that it's a brilliant Workaway and very easy to recommend: exceedingly warm host, great … read more

(Excellent )

20 Aug 2018

Left by host for Workawayer ()

At a time when I had to leave home for a 10-day trip, Stephen's (Steve) mail came and wanted to come with his cat. "Please be someone who can deal with animals," I said, and I did not know how lucky I was yet.

Steve has a terrific skill in communicating with animals, understanding their character and needs. After recognizing the animals, he … read more

(Excellent )

9 Aug 2018

Left by Workawayer () for host (Looking for Workawayers to ...)

I spent June and July at Nezaket's and it was a very special experience. The house is a peaceful refuge and a fine place to spend time for any animal lover. I really enjoyed my days in the company of the dogs and many gorgeous cats (and jaybirds, and chickens, and tortoises) while Nezaket was travelling, and she could not have been a kinder host … read more

(Excellent )

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