William

Travel information

I am currently

Description

I went traveling back in 2011 and absolutely loved learning about the culture and forging lifelong friendships with people you've only known for a day or two. Did my first WWOOFing experience in Hawaii followed by numerous ones in Australia. When I returned to Canada I spent the next 5 years getting my Journeyman/Red Seal Electrician's ticket.
Afterwards I departed again and spent the next 2 years in SE Asia. While over there I was able to work in hospitality, greeting and booking other travelers into hostels and hosting activities. I also spent a marvelous 2 months helping set up an eco cafe and homestay in northern India and some time at a pet sanctuary in Malaysia.
Since being back in Canada this time, I have expanded my knowledge of construction to include plumbing, dry-walling, tilling and other skills, while finishing a few full house renovations.

I am fascinated to learn about cooking techniques and recipes as that is a huge passion of mine. I also have a keen interest in learning natural construction methods like straw bale and cob building, with the hope of building my own home in the future. I am typically very active and over the last few years have fallen in love with Acro Yoga. I have found the sense of community and openness of this sport incredible, no matter where you find yourself in the world.

Interests

Languages spoken

English: Fluent
French: Fluent

Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Gardening

DIY and building projects

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Animal Care

Charity Work

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Some knowledge of:  

General Maintenance

Helping around the house

Hospitality/Tourism

Languages

More details about your skills

Some of my fondest childhood memories were when I would sit on my grandfather's work bench and watch/help in his latest project. With my grandfather having been a construction contractor and my Father a millwright I have had no lack of experience with tools or techniques in the construction field. My experience includes but is not limited to ;
-Concrete walls and footings
-Electrical
-Retaining walls
-Paving stone pathways
-Plumbing
-Cabinet Making

I love to cook and enjoy sharing different techniques and cultural dishes. I would be more than happy to teach English or French as well in exchange for the local dialect.

Age

33

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  Pollen

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  Special dietary requirements
  No