Lindsay

& Rhys

Travel information

We are currently

Activities we are interested in:

We love wildlife spotting, nature and coastal walks, photography and cooking!

Description

Lindsay:

Many things bring me happiness and motivation, and those things have altered and changed as I have gotten older. Thrilling conversations about animals (especially, I adore the natural world - I am a former canine rescue worker and animal keeper, so I am deeply passionate about animal welfare, conservation and education), culture and well-being, really bring me joy and enhance my motivation to listen and learn more about the people I meet. Not only do I love these topics, I love chatting with people and finding out more about what makes them tick. I have learned over time, that you can still create and sustain thriving connections with people, even though your opinions may differ.
On the flip side, spending time in a peaceful, quiet spot by myself, to read, meditate, or simply take in my environment, truly brings me joy. Being present and grounding myself, are habits that I am working to instil in myself, to improve mental health and get the most out of our travel experiences.
I love those contrasting moments in life, and I'm learning to appreciate them both in different ways.
Happiness and motivation also, for me, comes from my family, friends, our foster dogs, photography, books, music and a really good chocolate bar!

Rhys:

I love travelling for the opportunities it brings to see the world and as much of its wildlife as I can, whilst learning about humans and other species co-exist. I work as a zookeeper back home and seeing wild and new species helps reinforce the work that we do, and allows me to take knowledge back to improve our practices. Any chance to talk about animals or the natural world with people and discover their perspectives on such matters is a matter of great interest and passion, and learning about the journeys that others are on is always amazing. Few things are better than talking into the small hours of night about life and personal philosophy.
In my spare time, I enjoy reading, playing board and card games, studying matters to do with wildlife, exercising with calisthenics and sightseeing. Food is a huge part of my travel experience as well, from home cooked meals with hosts to fancy restaurants to food carts on the street, it's all appreciated and enjoyed! I love to laugh and don't take myself or many things too seriously (unless appropriate) and always look to crack jokes and enjoy time with people.

Interests

Culture

Sustainability

Gardening

Charity work

LGBTQ

Plant care

Movies & TV

Photography

Pets

Nature

Self development

Writing

Fitness

Cooking & food

Books

Beach

Animals

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
German: Beginner

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Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn

We're interested in:  

Life at a Farmstay

Gardening

Eco Projects

Art Projects

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Some knowledge of:  

Helping with Computers/ Internet

General Maintenance

Hospitality/Tourism

Helping around the house

Creating/ Cooking family meals

DIY and building projects

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Able to teach about:  

Animal Care

More details about your skills

Lindsay:

I'm very conscientious and have a tremendous work ethic. Working in both domestic (elderly / acquired brain injury care) and animal care environments, my cleaning skills are well developed and of a high standard. I can use various tools and equipment including, leaf blowers, strimmers, steam cleaners and hand tools. I also hold a full driving license, and have experience driving large vehicles (with or without trailers).
I am a social person with a high sense of empathy. I listen to others and communicate very well, be that verbally or in writing.
I'm a very keen writer and have orchestrated animal talks and presentations for school groups and members of the public, when working in educational roles.
We love learning and carrying out tasks with gusto, ensuring they are completed to the best of our combined abilities. We catch on quickly, use initiative, but always communicate with our hosts so we are clear on their wants and needs for a task/project.
We're both very good time keepers and are used to working in all weathers, so if you need us to start bright and early, rain or shine, we'll be there!

We are currently on a permaculture site in an eco village, carrying out cleaning, building, macrame and housekeeping tasks.

Rhys:

Skills from animal care are varied, including animal husbandry and training, general maintenance and upkeep, gardening, administrative skills including computer work and paperwork, cleaning, and teaching and public speaking. From work and previous volunteer projects I've also worked extensively with volunteers and colleagues in a supervisory position and also as an equal colleague. I have a full drivers license and frequently drove tractors, trailers and a small digger at work.

Age

33 & 31

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  N/A

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  Special dietary requirements
  Lindsay: Lactose Intolerance, but takes medication.