Profile information
Travel information
I am currently
Travelling
Activities i am interested in:
I love to hike, swim, cycle, kayak, read, write, cook and buy fancy EVO's!
Ultimate goal is to live off grid, running an organic olive grove and various community based projects/charities on site.My next destination:
New Zealand - from Apr 2025 until Jul 2025 View all
Description
I love to learn about & be immersed in different cultures and communities, truly getting to know about the ways of life, traditions and values of local people. As well as exploring and adventuring in a variety of natural landscapes & environments.
Interests
Gardening
Camping
Cycling
Adventure sports
Videography
Politics / Social justice
Culture
Sustainability
Pets
Van life
Charity work
DIY & crafts
Art & design
Books
Cooking & food
Photography
Writing
Carpentry
Outdoor activities
Nature
Mountain
Sailing / Boating
Water sports
Hiking
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
I'm eager to learn any language that I am in the country of.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Gardening
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Animal Care
Languages
Some knowledge of:
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Charity Work
Teaching
Helping with Computers/ Internet
House sitting
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Babysitting and creative play
Being an elderly companion
Able to teach about:
Helping around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
More details about your skills
PROPERTY:
13 Years managing my own property rental & renovations business.
Carry out all painting, tiling, some joinery & various DIY.
Carry out all admin & accounts.
Design, build & maintain website.
Marketing photography & advertising.
MARINE:
5 Year on Commercial Vessels: Windfarms, Lake Ranger, Tug Skipper.
Yachtmaster Power 200gt
Power Boat Advanced
Coastal Skipper
Personal Watercraft
VHF, STCW, Radar
TEACHING / MENTORING / CARE WORK:
TESOL & Career Management Degree.
Tutor of excluded children.
Mentor for 11-25 year olds.
Carer of children with challenging behaviour.
Outdoor Adventure Assistant.
BABY SITTING:
Whilst I don't have children myself, I've looked after many friends' babies and have become known as the 'Baby Whisperer' amongst them. I also have a niece & nephew who are now 6 and 9, who I love being used as a human climbing frame for.
PET SITTING:
I regularly use the Trusted House Sitter site, having looked after cats, dogs & chickens in England, Scotland, France & Australia.
Age
40
What else ...
I love to meet new people, swap stories and learn from each other.
I've recently completed an L1 Carpentry & Joinery course & an L1 dressmaking course.
I have an absolute love of Olive Oil.
A favourite hobby is to attend cooking courses around the world.
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
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