Randi

Canada
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I am currently
At home
Activities i am interested in:
Headed to Aus or NZ to start 2027
My next destination:
Australia - from Jan 2027 until Mar 2027
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Description
Hi, I'm Randi, and I love people and animals. I have volunteered on several farms across Europe and Canada where I have had to care for various animals, and I've done more community/family oriented stays in the US. I have a few years of experience in hospitality tourism, and as an avid traveler, I'm excited to meet and learn from new people! I am always open to new experiences, and like to push myself to try out new things all the time. My ideal workaway would have at least 1 horse and 1 cat and lots to do outside!

I would love to learn more about permaculture practices, how to preserve fruits + veggies, and how to process herbs and flowers for oils/tinctures/etc. On the off chance you can help me learn archery, sword/stick fighting, carriage driving, weaving or something else unique, I would love it!

In Canada I am a certified equine massage therapist, energy worker, and am passionate about wellness for animals and humans alike. I'm a born entrepreneur, so that means I'm solution-oriented and keep trying. I am always growing my knowledge of plant care/gardening, and would love to connect with people who are passionate about growing and preserving their own food. Ideally I would like to have my own small holding with a polytunnel and rescue animals. I have a good understanding of mushroom cultivation and would love to share/practice that with others.
Interests
Books
Gardening
Plant care
Dancing
Pets
Sustainability
Self development
Animals
Vegetarian or vegan
Nature
Hitchhiking
Culture
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Eco Projects
Some knowledge of:
Light gardening
Life at a Farmstay
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Art Projects
Helping around the house
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Creative DIY projects
Light maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
House & pet sitting
More details about your skills
Randi: I have loads of experience with animals and hospitality, and love getting to form connections. I have some informal experience with renovation and painting, and really enjoy doing physical work where you see your results. I understand organic gardening basics (admittedly more than beginner's knowledge) and permaculture theory, and have done some landscaping. I have experience caring for competition horses and basic care knowledge for other farm animals.
I am not great with caring for for multiple young children (one is fine!) nor intensive cleaning - but there can always be exceptions made.

Rene: see description above (sidenote - kids are cool)
Age
30
What else ...
I love to travel and explore, and cultural exchange is the most fun part of travel for me. I started volunteering internationally when I was 19, which includes WWOOF and HelpX. I have traveled without money in the past, which was an amazing experience. I choose to see people as good first!

René is bilingual and fluent in French. He is more interested in learning Spanish and Thai and I have a curiosity for German.

I'm interested in learning more about no dig, general food/herb/flower preservation methods, and creating raised beds/light woodworking skills. René would like to learn new skills along the lines of building/renovating with stone, learning innovative ways of doing systems in an eco/permaculture way, and growing and working with bamboo and cacao, but wants to learn anything about everything he can.

I'm not at all interested in doing drugs, and *maybe* a glass of wine. I only put into my body what helps me feel aligned, and no plant medicines are not drugs. Rene loves a glass of dry, red wine, but is otherwise on the same page.

Please note I only drive automatic, and have limited experience on the left side of the road. René can drive manual (prefers not to) and has driven for a couple of weeks in England + Australia pretty successfully!
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  Walnuts
- Special dietary requirements
  Vegan - no dairy/egg for health reasons; omnivore leaning to plant based

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30 Jan 2023

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Randi stayed with us for 5 weeks and got a LOT of work done because she is very determined, proactive and reliable. I loved talking with her because she has such an interesting background and character and lots to say. She is following her dreams and if you are lucky enough to being able to welcome her to your family/project you won´t regret it :)

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3 Dec 2022

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I am so happy Anna reached out to me and I decided to come help out! I was with her and her family for a month, and it was such a wonderful experience. Anna is so considerate and great with communication, and as I knew no German, her mom and dad made a good effort to talk with me in English and make sure I understood what they meant. (I'm very… read more

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3 Dec 2022

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Paco has an amazing campsite in the middle of the beautiful jungle! I had never considered staying amongst the jungle where poisonous/venomous animal could get me, but I felt so safe and at ease amongst the wildlife - especially with the aluxes watching over us :) The work was very simple and easy, and it was wonderful to disconnect from… read more

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30 Aug 2022

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My stay in May with Pat and his family was incredible (apologies for the late review!) The land was idealistic and gorgeous, but it was really Pat's vision and passion that brought it to life. I spent my days doing something different all the time, from pruning to planting to helping his mom with riding or something else! I learned and allowed so… read more

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20 Aug 2022

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It was a lovely experience having Randi come and help me in my B&B over a very busy couple of months. I appreciate her dedication to all the work she has done for me, and for keeping my house clean and tidy for my guests.
I can highly recommend Randi to all future hosts, and assure them she will be a bonus in helping you in any tasks.
I wish her… read more

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20 Aug 2022

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I stayed with Gordon for just over 2 months, and had a great experience! I loved being able to take Ellie for walks, and the freedom he allows his workawayers. Not to mention he must be the most generous host I've ever helped out with, as he let me come early and offered to help me out in any way he could :) Somehow I didn't tire of the landscape… read more

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13 Jan 2022

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I loved staying with Mila and the family! This is the longest I've ever stayed at a volunteer placement, but it was really easy to feel like I was a part of the community + family. I felt blessed to be able to stay in the dome, and everything was really laid back. Mila is the best vegan cook ever ;) and I learned a lot about Hare Krishna from… read more

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11 Jan 2022

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Randi was a joy to have around. She is a great conversationalist. She stayed with us for over two months. She helped a lot in the kitchen with cooking fun unique vegan dishes. She helped with house cleaning, as well as becoming a stellar dirt and rock digger/bagger for a future construction site 🤗 She was very good interacting with the kids and… read more

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