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Travel information
I am currently
At home
Description
Aloha :) My name is Summer and I’m currently completing my Master’s in Marriage & Family Therapy online, with long term goals in equine-assisted therapy for children, and this summer I’d love to spend August living and working abroad while continuing my studies. I’m based in Hawai‘i, so I’m especially excited about the opportunity to experience life somewhere completely different for a month.
I’ve been taking horseback riding lessons this year and would love the chance to further develop those skills. While I’m newer to riding specifically, I have over 10 years of experience in animal care and hands-on horse handling and ranch work, so I’m very comfortable around animals and with all the tasks that come with this kind of environment.
I also currently work with kids and love being around them, so I’m always happy to help with families or in settings where children are part of daily life.
Being outdoors, working with animals, and connecting with new people brings me a lot of happiness. I love helping with cooking, and I’m definitely not afraid to get my hands dirty , whether it’s mucking stalls, grooming horses, or pitching in wherever help is needed.
I’m reliable, positive, and motivated by curiosity and learning. I look forward to contributing, gaining new skills, and connecting with the people and places I meet through this experience!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Arabic: Intermediate
Sign language (American): Intermediate
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Life at a Farmstay
Gardening
Teaching
Eco Projects
Languages
Charity Work
Some knowledge of:
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Able to teach about:
Animal Care
Babysitting and creative play
Helping around the house
House and pet sitting
Art Projects
More details about your skills
-10+ years animal care & ranch work experience (including hands-on horse handling)
-Comfortable with grooming, feeding, mucking, and general farm tasks
-Currently taking horseback riding lessons; eager to develop riding skills
-Experienced working with children (childcare, play-based learning, creating supportive environments)
-Enjoy cooking and helping with meal prep & household tasks
-Hardworking, adaptable, positive attitude, and not afraid to get my hands dirty
Age
31
What else ...
In my free time, I love painting, hiking, and surfing. I also started practicing archery this year and really enjoy learning new skills like that. I also love spending time outdoors, exploring new places, and meeting new people.
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
I don’t eat pork
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