John

Ireland
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Travel information
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Travelling
Description
I've reached a stage in life where I'd like to see and experience something different. I've always had an interest in people and their lives and cultures but I've never really travelled much as work and life just took up all my time. I came across Workaway and thought; Wow!! This is what I want to do. Hopefully I will get the chance to broaden my horizons.
I've spent the summer of 2021 in France and it was a wonderful experience. Most of my time was working in the Gers area, at gardening and maintenance. It was work I enjoyed doing, My language skills improved also, and I'm looking forward to doing more of the same in 2022.
Interests
Writing
Carpentry
Books
Cycling
Self development
Languages
Farming
Sustainability
Drawing & painting
DIY & crafts
Outdoor activities
Nature
Photography
Plant care
History
Gardening
Culture
Animals
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
More 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.
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Languages
Art Projects
Some knowledge of:
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Eco Projects
Able to teach about:
Gardening
Life at a Farmstay
Animal Care
More details about your skills
I've plenty experience of outdoor manual work and would welcome the opportunity to continue that in a different environment.
DIY, Construction, gardening, dealing with animals or caring for the environment all interest me.
Age
64
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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25 May 2022

Left by Workawayer (John) for host (Help needed with garden on ...)

A wonderful experience. Moira is so welcoming and so is Lola, a lovely cat who just loves attention.
The garden is beautiful and I was delighted to be able to help restore it to the magnificent garden it is. The diversity in it is amazing. As is the beautiful city of La Rochelle which surrounds the place.
Thanks once again, Moira for having me… read more

(Excellent )

24 May 2022

Left by Workawayer (John) for host (Help with DIY and around my ...)

Thank you, Amy and David for your hospitality and friendship during my stay. I learned so much over the two weeks I stayed with you and I wish I could have stayed longer and helped you finish the renovations. My French definitely improved as did my house building skills.
I hope to return to see the completed work. And of course to say hello to my… read more

(Very good )

18 May 2022

Left by host (Help with DIY and around my ...) for Workawayer (John)

A very very good expérience with John. Very involved and very Nice person. John is open minded, very happy and smiling all the time. All is ok for him. He works very well and likes helping others . He loves life and people. Thanks for all your help John. Thanks for all you have brought here. We have passed a very good time in your company. Very… read more

(Excellent )

24 May 2022

Left by Workawayer (John) for host (Sun, history, culture and ...)

This was my first Workaway experience and i really enjoyed it. A beautiful garden with a lot of work to be done but it was great to be able to help restore it to look like it should.
A very comfortable gite with all facilities just off the main house, gave a nice level of independence as well. Thanks for all the hospitality

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