Nicola

Poland
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Description

Hello :) I'm a British digital nomad, currently based in Poland. I love being active outdoors, exploring new places and getting close to nature. I keep returning to Finland and dream of living there one day (help with learning Finnish would be much appreciated).
Keen to learn new skills and share new experiences, hopefully with plenty of delicious (vegetarian) food to go around! I enjoy meeting people and socialising, but equally value peace, quiet and solitary time for reflection.
Interests

Videography

Self development

Sustainability

LGBTQ

Languages

Mountain

Winter sports

Water sports

Yoga / Wellness

Vegetarian or vegan

Nature

Cycling

Outdoor activities

Fitness

Hiking

Charity work

Cooking & food

Beach

Camping

Adventure sports
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Finnish: Beginner
Polish: Beginner

More details about my language interests
I would like to improve my Finnish and am happy to help with English in return.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Eco Projects

Hospitality/Tourism

Light gardening

Being an elderly companion

Some knowledge of:

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

Light maintenance

House & pet sitting

Able to teach about:

Charity Work

Languages
More details about your skills

My professional background is in the UK charity sector, specifically helping non-profits to recruit, train and manage volunteers (10+ years). I've also recently completed a Level 3 certification in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL).
Happy to assist with creative/online tasks if needed - e.g. designing promotional material, info packs, training, etc.
I love food and like to cook and bake often (with varying success, haha...).
Keeping fit and active is important to me, so physical activities/tasks are also fine. I don't have much experience building or fixing things, but I can tidy, clean, paint, etc. and I'm happy to follow instructions.
Age

37
What else ...

I like to walk/hike, camp, go for bike rides, and swim in natural water (sea, rivers, lakes). I have some experience kayaking. I did a lot of climbing at university but haven't done much recently - it would be good to get back into this!
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  Vegetarian

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22 Oct 2023

Left by host (Join us in creating a ...) for Workawayer ()

Thank you Nicola, for visiting and giving a huge helping hand in the daily tasks at the building site! Your cooking skills were in much need, the food was delicious and kept all happy on the site.
I wish you all the best in your future travels, studies and all!
And welcome back some other time!

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29 Jul 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join us in creating a ...)

I had a lovely experience in this beautiful forest location for 2 weeks, sleeping in a tent right next to the house in progress. I wasn't able to help with the project directly, but contributed by cooking meals, washing up, fetching water, collecting wood and putting it through the wood chipper, etc. It was my first time in the Finnish archipelago … read more

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27 Aug 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Breathe life in an abandoned ...)

I had the pleasure of staying with Sauli and Laura for one week in August 2023 and can recommend them wholeheartedly - they’re great workaway hosts and generally wonderful people! I’m very appreciative of their time, patience, friendliness and openness. I tried lots of new things, learnt so much while I was there, and came away feeling inspired … read more

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19 Aug 2023

Left by host (Breathe life in an abandoned ...) for Workawayer ()

Nicola came to volunteer with us in august 2023. She didn't shy away from any of the tasks given to her; she worked in the greenhouses, helped building a barn wall, baked, among other things. All the tasks given she fullfiled with care. She is independent, has own initiative and felt happy with the comfort and food we could provide her. Everything … read more

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13 Aug 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Come help out at our small ...)

I spent a very happy 5 days in Pyhämaa with Johanna and her family :) They were all super friendly and made me feel very welcome! The living space was ideal - clean, comfortable and private. I helped with picking berries, stacking wood and cooking meals, for 4-5 hours each day, with lots of flexibility. There was plenty of time to explore the … read more

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