Profile information
Travel information
I am currently
Travelling
My next destination:
United Kingdom - from Apr 2025 until Jul 2025 View all
Description
I’m an Aussie who got sick of working in the corporate world after 10 or so years and decided to slow travel and explore South America, Africa and Europe.
I have volunteered with references teaching English and on farms in Chile, Argentina and Brazil!
I love running, hiking, climbing, mountains, reading and get to know people.
I’m 35 and my career has included military service, outdoor guiding in rock climbing and hiking, academia (lecturing and teaching) and a bit over 10 years in consulting.
I’m early in my Spanish learning journey but I’m committed. I don’t drink or party but I love coffee and deep conversations… and food and the gym!!
Interests
Winter sports
Self development
Team sports
Writing
Politics / Social justice
Pets
Nature
Outdoor activities
Mountain
History
Hiking
Fitness
Farming
Cycling
Camping
Blogging
Animals
Adventure sports
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
I can help teach English, in uni I taught kids in the Maldives and I have a good understanding of education more broadly outside of language education. I taught English to children, teens and adults, beginner, intermediate mostly in Buenos Aires and ilhabela, Brazil. I’m also learning español.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Eco Projects
Animal Care
Life at a Farmstay
General Maintenance
Some knowledge of:
Charity Work
DIY and building projects
Hospitality/Tourism
Gardening
House sitting
Able to teach about:
Languages
Teaching
More details about your skills
English is my first language and I’m learning Spanish. I worked in senior leadership roles in consulting and technology companies so my people and customer service skills are cell developed.
I’m a big guy who is strong and hard working physically. I’ve spent time in the Army and as an outdoor guide leading groups for days in the outback of Australia and rock climbing. I have strong technical skills in rock climbing, hiking, mountaineering and the ocean.
I have office skills in Microsoft, Google etc.
I also have education experience having worked for a while as a lecturer and tutor for uni students in social sciences.
Age
36
What else ...
I love to play chess, cards and just get to know people.
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
Cannot eat tomato, lime, linseed, mustard or drink alcohol
Feedback
I stayed with him in, working between the garden, the house and on adventures in kayaks and rock climbing shoes for over 2 months.
His communication, expectations and flexibility is great. The food is wonderful and the accommodation is lovely too. Toni himself and Portocolom is what really makes… read more
Rhys is a hardworking and dedicated person, especially when it comes to outdoor tasks. He has put in great effort in… read more
I stayed about a month in total. The work was very manageable, clear and discussed up front. I did a mix of house sitting, pet sitting, gardening and English Teaching in the school. The communication and expectations were always super clear.
Elo and I had lots of wonderful… read more
I learnt a lot about the farm and was able to be helpful but worked a reasonable amount, definitely not too much.… read more
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Feedback
I stayed with him in, working between the garden, the house and on adventures in kayaks and rock climbing shoes for over 2 months.
His communication, expectations and flexibility is great. The food is wonderful and the accommodation is lovely too. Toni himself and Portocolom is what really makes… read more
Rhys is a hardworking and dedicated person, especially when it comes to outdoor tasks. He has put in great effort in… read more
I stayed about a month in total. The work was very manageable, clear and discussed up front. I did a mix of house sitting, pet sitting, gardening and English Teaching in the school. The communication and expectations were always super clear.
Elo and I had lots of wonderful… read more
I learnt a lot about the farm and was able to be helpful but worked a reasonable amount, definitely not too much.… read more
Everything was exactly as they said and communication was clear, easy and frequent.
I got to do meaningful work and worked about 4-5 hours a day. There is lots to do so work can be tailored to your skills and capabilities. I did a bit of painting and lots of garden work including… read more
