Justin

From: Australia

Account Type
Individual account
Travelling to
Australia
Travel dates
13/12/2016 - 13/12/2020
Nº of Facebook friends
302
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My status
Travelling
Description
Iam Australian ,I left working in the coal mines 15 years ago ,sold my house and have been helping in various countries on farms ,house sitting and have spent time working and studying massage, etc at Esalen in Big Sur California,internal Chinese arts,Health and Functional Training.Love getting my hands in the Earth growing plants.Love to Laugh and take care of animals ,I don't complicate things I just get in and finish it.Iam interested in Apiculture and worm farming and anything that produces something in a positive way.Iam very easy going ,I keep things simple .I don't see myself as a owner of anything ,i let it pass through me ,iam more of a steward I like to take care of things.Iam a giver not so much a receiver,I like to be around people that are honest and kindhearted .I get along with kids easily probably because iam a big kid,i never know where iam ,i just go to whoever needs help so i can be in any country.There is so much ,you can just ask me anything you want to know.
With
Joy & Kindness
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
Being an elderly companion
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Language practice
Art Projects
Teaching
More details about your skills
I can operate heavy earth moving equipment,I can weld ,I can fix mechanical problems,can pretty much fix most things.Iam a massage therapist ,a personal trainer.Have worked a lot with animals .The list goes on ,just ask me anything you want.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Age
49
Nationality
Australian
What else ...
I don't smoke,iam a early riser,iam very easy going ,iam not demanding or fussy.I do take volunteering seriously ,it's not a free holiday for me ,I like to help and learn if iam treated good I will move mountains for you,i like my own space not bunked in with a heap of other volunteers.
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  No
- Special dietary requirements
  No

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07/03/2020

Left by host (Enjoy the serenity of our ...) for Workawayer (Justin)

Justin and Jen were fantastic workers. They helped with landscaping, painting and Justin built a beautiful barn-door-style sliding door for our bathroom. They worked very well together and didn't stop until finished. They were very pleasant and enjoyable to be around. They are welcome back anytime!

(Excellent )

03/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host for (Enjoy the serenity of our ...)

Stayed with Penny and Dan pretty much 2 weeks and had a great time. Accommodation is excellent with your own private space in a fully equipped RV with awesome views. Healthy food always from Penny who cooks many delicious vegan dishes. You will learn much from Dan who has vast knowledge in renovating and does things right. You will feel at home,… read more

(Excellent )

30/01/2020

Left by host (Come and help us around the ...) for Workawayer (Justin)

I am just blown away with how much Justin helped us in such a short amount of time. Nothing is a problem, he just gets in there and sorts it. He is remarkably handy and loves a challenge, all of which he does with generosity of spirit and good humour. The jobs he did here were not minor ones either! Justin effortlessly lifted a huge burden of… read more

(Excellent )

30/01/2020

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host for (Come and help us around the ...)

I stayed at Sue and Greg's paradise for 2.5 weeks with my partner Jen and it was such a gift and blessing. Sue and Greg are so kind and will definitely make sure you have everything you need. You have your own private living space separate from the house with nature all around you. Plenty of variety of work you can find to do. Been volunteering… read more

(Excellent )

19/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host for (Help us to get our yard & ...)

Douglas and Frances live in a beautiful location, everything suited me and Jen. It was such a joy to be there,the accommodation is amazing, work is enjoyable where you have a lot of independence. Frances and Douglas have had very interesting lives and are very conscious about the environment, Douglas makes the best Kombucha. We so look forward to… read more

(Excellent )

19/10/2019

Left by host (Help us to get our yard & ...) for Workawayer (Justin)

Justin and Jen were a pleasure to have around. They are both competent and fun to be with. They got SO MUCH DONE in just a single week with us.

(Excellent )

24/09/2019

Left by host (Hobby farm family aiming to ...) for Workawayer (Justin)

We had the pleasure of hosting Justin and Jen for 2 weeks at a time where we really needed help for closing up the season and completing some projects before the rain came. Deana had just had knee replacement surgery so they were of great help both inside and outside of the house, exceeding our expectations. They did a variety of tasks, including… read more

(Excellent )

24/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host for (Hobby farm family aiming to ...)

Stayed with Kevin & Deanna for two weeks. Accommodation was good, healthy food and work was a joy. You will feel at home and not worked hard all day, Kevin is very conscious of making sure you have plenty of time to explore the area. Kevin cooks most of time, home made fries and burgers plenty of fresh organic eggs. Deanna is also conscious of… read more

(Excellent )

14/09/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Justin)

What can I say about Justin that hasn’t already been said. He is unbelievable. Very nice guy, great sense of humor, he became part of the family straight away, we had many great conversations. He never stops working. He’s like the energizer bunny..... I don’t know where he gets the energy. He is so helpful. He did some massage work and exercises… read more

(Excellent )

13/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host for (Looking for help with home ...)

Stayed with Marie and family for nearly two months. Accommodation is excellent and you will feel at home with this family. They have a sweet dog Ginger who loves to be walked every day and Ciara there daughter bakes cakes and treats all the time and Oisin there son will tell you lots of joke's :) You will feel like you never left home, John will… read more

(Excellent )

10/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host for (Fun and responsible person to ...)

Stayed with Shellyse and family for 3 weeks and totally felt comfortable. Shellyse is one of the most compassionate giving souls you will ever meet. Always making sure you are comfortable, have healthy food and the work environment is OK. The accommodation is excellent, private and in a beautiful setting. Was a joy to stay and hope to return again… read more

(Excellent )

02/11/2018

Left by host (A self sustaining farm with a ...) for Workawayer (Justin)

Justin stayed with me for around six weeks. Justin is a great person and a real professional in every field he works in. It was great having him and he will always be welcome here. Justin is a present God sends to humble people. Thank you Justin see you next year.

(Excellent )

17/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host for (A self sustaining farm with a ...)

I stayed 5 weeks at Nissim's farm and gained an amazing new friend.He was kind enough to pick me up at midnight from the airport after working all day.You will have your own self contained place to live,the healthiest food and learn much about taking care of animals.Nissm only surrounds himself with good people so you will always be in a good… read more

(Excellent )

11/04/2018

Left by host (Help us in the garden, pool ...) for Workawayer (Justin)

Wow! Wow! Wow!

If you're lucky enough to have Justin grace your doorstep, you'll learn a lot and get a lot done! Such an interesting man!

My husband Darrell said he works like 3-4 men! he just doesn't stop. And his knowledge of building and all manner of things is so expansive that even the Italian tradesmen we were employing concurrently,… read more

(Excellent )

11/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host for (Help us in the garden, pool ...)

Stayed a month With Barbara and Darrell in Como,was a home away from home.The food is better than a restaurant,accommodation is excellent. Tasks are a joy with plenty of options ,Barbara is more than happy if you can help close any of the boxes on her list.You will grow and learn much from the wisdom of Darrell and Barbara ,they're more than happy… read more

(Excellent )

15/06/2017

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host for (Help with some building tasks ...)

Fayzee is an amazing host:).Very caring lady ,her home has a great environment,an abundance of food .Another beautiful Host where you will feel like you never left home.You will never feel like a volunteer but a friend ,i Look forward to returning again.Thanks Again Fayzee, i will bring you some pink shoes upon my return.

(Excellent )

26/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Justin)

What can i say about this man that has not been said before!!
Justin is the volunteer that most hosts dream of ,he arrives with bucket loads of positive energy,experience, a multitude of skills and is driven to complete any task he undertakes with care attention to detail, determination and purpose.
He is a very kind and considerate person… read more

(Excellent )

15/06/2017

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host for (Help us on our hobby goat ...)

You will defiantly feel blessed staying at Phil and Linda's Retreat :) Linda and Phil will make you feel like you never left home.Food is amazing, you will always have an abundance of healthy food. Accommodation is excellent,work is rewarding and varied,you will learn many things.If you like a peaceful quiet environment away from cities,you will… read more

(Excellent )

15/06/2017

Left by host (Help us on our hobby goat ...) for Workawayer (Justin)

Justin stayed with us and worked on our goat farm in the mountains of Montana for eight weeks. I cannot even begin to list all of tasks he accomplished. They included cement work, installing a woodburning stove, digging post holes and creating fences, staining fences, building gates, moving rocks - big rocks and logs to clear land, cutting… read more

(Excellent )

18/01/2016

Left by host (Help on a family run lime ...) for Workawayer (Justin)

Justin aka pilgrim .. what a great bloke this guy has sooooo much talent his really the most helpful and caring person .. no job is beneath him can put his hand to any thing .. and his knowledge of health and fitness is amazing ,,if he contact you ..you can be assured of a great helper and friend .. all the best mate enjoy this place that god has… read more

(Excellent )

18/01/2016

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host for (Help on a family run lime ...)

Contacted Mark as he is close to my home town and was welcomed to come and visit.Since then I have helped out a few days here and there with harvest and planting.A very gracious and humble family that are always there to listen and support in anyway,you will never feel like a volunteer.Mark and Nat are more than happy to share there knowledge ,you… read more

(Excellent )

20/07/2015

Left by host (Help out at my Florida Condo ...) for Workawayer (Justin)

Justin is absolutely amazing! He is smart...an interesting world traveler...so knowledgable in so many things...Tai Chi...food..herbal and natural science...nature..
He is such a hard worker..he finishes assignments without ever being reminded again. He works hard and whatever he does he does it well. He is self motivated...works without being… read more

(Excellent )

16/07/2015

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host for (Help out at my Florida Condo ...)

Renee was great made me feel like family from the moment we met.Living space was the very comfortable and private.Work was varied and was really a joy and didn't really feel like work.Look forward to returning to help at one of Renee's places in the future.Thanks for taking me out to your friends Herb farm :) Renee knows much about everything and… read more

(Excellent )

12/08/2013

Left by host (Come and share knowledge ...) for Workawayer (Justin)

Justin was a breath of fresh air and welcome back with us anytime. He has a fabulous work ethic and is as good as his resume describes. Any body hosting Justin will fell his presence long after he leaves.

Hope to see you soon mate
Boaz and Rinah

(Excellent )

11/08/2013

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host for (Come and share knowledge ...)

This is one place you won't feel like a volunteer ,Boaz and Rina are very kind hearted have a vast range of knowledge and made me feel right at home.Accommodation is excellent ,an abundance of healthy food ,if you're lucky Boaz may tell you a story or two and Rina will treat you too some great salads .Spending Shabbat is a rich experience you… read more

(Excellent )

26/03/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Justin)

Justin is a servant,humble and with humor.My family enjoyed to stay with him and his kindness touched our hearts.He loves children,and goes along well with everybody he stays with.The time he passed by our place had great blessings and great passion was shone on us
May he find more favor from above and with all humanity.

Alice

(Excellent )

25/03/2013

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host for (Help with teaching ...)

Only stayed a few nights passing through to Kasabet,Alice and her family made me feel more than welcome offering whatever they had .I enjoyed the simple living without the luxurys ,i was touched by the children at the school and Alice's eye for those in despair.I look forward to spending more time in the future with everyone and seeing the fruit… read more

(Excellent )

25/03/2013

Left by host (Volunteer in a School in ...) for Workawayer (Justin)

it's was a great moment to have had such an experience with Justin .we give glory to God.

(Very good )

24/03/2013

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host for (Volunteer in a School in ...)

Stayed nearly 2 weeks ,from the moment I arrived I felt I was part of a wonderful community.Loved the simple living ,the abundance food ,the freedom to be a part of many different activities.Pastor Eziekel and is tireless Wife where caring Hosts,the Faith School and everyone involved was such a rich experience that will stay with me forever.I… read more

(Excellent )

07/01/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Justin)

was a brilliant help and lovely to have around! hope to see you again next year!!

(Excellent )

29/09/2012

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host for (Animal lover needed on a ...)

Stayed only a week with Mary & Anna ,great food,Accomodation was excellent .Was more than happy to help out,hope to see you again .Wish you both well :)

Justin

(Excellent )

09/09/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Justin)

Justin is laid back, friendly, good with animals, independent and does a good job. A perfect mixture! We all like him very much. He was a very good help on our terrain of 7 ha. He irrigated the plants, flowers and trees, did some plumbing and other necessary technical jobs.

NB Andy says: what he does not know about worms is not worth knowing!!… read more

(Excellent )

04/09/2012

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host for (Volunteer at a Naturist ...)

Spent 3 weeks at Jeff & Laura's place,you will defiantly not feel like a volunteer.Jeff was very kind right from the start picking me up at the airport,Laura's smile ,Jill constantly feeding you with amazing meals & Andy cracking jokes ,you can't help but have a great experience.Accomodation is private ,it feels like a family there,very laid back… read more

(Excellent )

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