John Grady

United States
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Travel information
I am currently
Travelling
Description
I enjoy learning new things and seeing places I've never seen before. While generally most happy when physically active, I also appreciate reading and conversation with friends.
Interests
Photography
Outdoor activities
Hitchhiking
Mountain
History
Drawing & painting
Languages
Writing
Sustainability
Sailing / Boating
Plant care
Music
Gardening
Farming
Dancing
Cycling
Culture
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Books

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Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
More details about my language interests
I'd like to gain fluency in Spanish, which I can currently only read and understand at a beginner level.
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Art Projects
Eco Projects
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
Animal Care
More details about your skills
I've worked as a farm hand on organic farms, as a rough carpenter framing houses, as a line cook in kitchens and as a trail crew member at a ski resort. I also have experience with welding and metal fabrication, automotive mechanics and general handyman repairs.
Age
26
What else ...
I like to read and go for walks, exploring wherever I may be. I'd like to learn how to surf and how to sail a boat.
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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8 Mar 2024

Left by Workawayer (John Grady) for host (Reviving a 1920s Colonial era ...)

During my three week stay, Brian graciously shared both his home and city, regularly notifying me of local events and places of interest in Guadalajara. The home he's restoring is very beautiful and conveniently located in Centro, around the corner from a metro stop and blocks away from numerous markets, parks and historical buildings. I was glad… read more

(Excellent )

7 Mar 2024

Left by host for Workawayer (John Grady)

John is a quiet respectful super hard working guy willing to jump in and help with just about everything. In the 3 weeks he was with us, he definitely knows his way around a tool box . He was a great help fix a multitude of little things to breaking open plaster walls to find water lines to cleaning tinacos. His carpentry skills were put to good… read more

(Excellent )

19 Feb 2024

Left by Workawayer (John Grady) for host (Help us sort and downside in ...)

Paty was a kind and generous host living in a beautiful part of Todos Santos, a short walk from town and the beach. Having been in the area for over a decade, she is very knowledgeable about its history and lore, and always interested to talk about film, music and the arts. Any traveller would be lucky to stay here. Help Paty clear out the house!

(Excellent )

17 Feb 2024

Left by host (Help us sort and downside in ...) for Workawayer (John Grady)

John stayed with us for over two weeks and did a variety of not-so-fun tasks to help us downsize from 40 years of accumulation. He is very strong, and willing to do anything we ask him to do including; cooking, dishes, garbage and recycling. I recommend him for any Workaway situation with or without animals. He talked to the cat, Zipper a lot. I… read more

(Excellent )

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