Profile information
Travel information
I am currently
At home
Activities i am interested in:
Music, Art, Film, Running, Wine, Sports, Nature, Coffee
My next destination:
Canada - from Aug 2024 until Aug 2026 View all
Description
Hi, I'm Mark, I'm a musician that's currently spending my time traveling around Canada on a 2 year work VISA. I've been playing in a band for the past 15 years and am looking for a change in scenery whilst I write the bulk of the music for the next record whilst on the move. I am very easy going, absolutely love the outdoors and my heart is happiest when i'm remote, around nature, and in new places around new people.
I love learning new skills, I love a unique and quirky way of life and sharing life stories with new people. I love to cook//listen to records and travel the world solo or with my band!
These things make me happy I guess is the answer to your question.
Interests
Photography
Pets
Nature
Music
Movies & TV
Hiking
Cooking & food
Animals
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentMore 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.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
General Maintenance
Life at a Farmstay
House sitting
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
Babysitting and creative play
Able to teach about:
Languages
Teaching
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Art Projects
More details about your skills
I have worked at many different workaways now over the last few years, with varying types of jobs. I have knowledge and skills with chainsaws, wood chopping, drills, sanding, painting etc.
I also have experience with child care.
I have dedicated my life to music but i've picked up odd jobs over the years.
Given the climate of the music industry we are all becoming more and more independent as artists. As well as being the songwriter and front man I am essentially the band's tour manager, driver, accountant, manager day to day and whilst on tour so I've become a bit of a jack all trades.
When I'm at home between touring I'm either working in local bars or I pick up work driving cars around the country and dropping them off to dealers. I've driven all over the world for 18 years now, genuinely love driving and consider myself comfortable in all vehicles and conditions.
I grew up in the countryside around all sorts of pets, so i'm very good with animals. My mum used to teach reception at my local school and I always used to help her out with the kids, so i'm great with children. I really love being outdoors, have no problem getting my hands dirty and ultimately just like to help out.
After years and years of selling our own merchandise after shows, I think I'm really good in a face to face environment meeting and dealing with new customers in whatever setting that might be - hotels / cafes / bars etc etc
I'm a very clean person, and a quick learner.
Age
36
What else ...
I love running long, long distances. I love a proper hike and a good country pub. Communal meals. Listening to records with a glass of wine and a good book. But also I totally appreciate my own time and am a very independent person.
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
Feedback
I guess for the sake of "feedback" I'll just tell anyone reading that you simply HAVE to jump at this opportunity should it be presented. The place is as picturesque and as beautiful as you could… read more
I could write an essay on how special this place is. But it's probably more impactful that I just implore everyone to take the opportunity and dive head first into this workaway experience. I adored it so much… read more
The work is more than fair, fun and balanced. If you have skills or a love and desire for a particular thing your skills will not go unnoticed. The area is silly beautiful. Hikes straight into the… read more
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Feedback
I guess for the sake of "feedback" I'll just tell anyone reading that you simply HAVE to jump at this opportunity should it be presented. The place is as picturesque and as beautiful as you could… read more
I could write an essay on how special this place is. But it's probably more impactful that I just implore everyone to take the opportunity and dive head first into this workaway experience. I adored it so much… read more
The work is more than fair, fun and balanced. If you have skills or a love and desire for a particular thing your skills will not go unnoticed. The area is silly beautiful. Hikes straight into the… read more
It's pretty hard to put into words what an amazing experience this is, but if you have the opportunity I can't recommend it enough. I for sure feel like this family will be in my life forever now, it feels weird waking up atm without seeing Ren and Cara, having my… read more
Pat & Emilia are such lovely people. So easy to get along with. My work was varied, from turning over their place, to sanding and staining decking to painting chairs. They were more than happy for me to make my own schedule when I was by myself and I… read more
Mark is a terrific individual who is laid back but very caring and does an excellent job in everything he does.
We’d highly recommend Mark.
Bjarnheidur and Reynir
It was my first Workaway and I highly doubt i'd have an experience quite like it ever again.
The location is so idyllic, I will miss walking the dog every morning on the beach with their two cats, chickens and host of other wildlife following close by. There are… read more
