Tim

Travel information

I am currently

Activities i am interested in:

driving my van around, love to meet up for a cup of koffie and a chat or to join for other activities like hiking, canoeing or something like that.

Description

Hey there, I'm Tim – a laid-back farmhand turning self-sustainability enthusiast.
My journey began with tractors and equipment, but I've found my true passion in embracing a simpler, more sustainable way of life.
Looking to learn more abouth the sustainable life and fint a good place to start on my own.
Calm and solution-oriented by nature, I've always been the one to find a way when others hit a roadblock.

When I'm not working, you'll find me exploring new places – whether it's hiking in the great outdoors or capturing moments on film.
Gardening is my therapy, and I'm not afraid to get my hands dirty as a handyman around the house. Though, I'll admit, the small details sometimes escape me.
As long it works im happy.

At the moment I'm chasing the dream of driving my van to South Africa and meeting new people and cultures on my way there.

Life's an adventure, and I'm making every moment count. Let's connect and share stories!"

Interests

Technology

Videography

Van life

Photography

Outdoor activities

Nature

Mountain

Hiking

Gardening

Farming

Animals

Languages spoken

Dutch: Fluent
English: Intermediate
Norwegian bokmål: Intermediate
German: Beginner

Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Gardening

Eco Projects

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Some knowledge of:  

DIY and building projects

Animal Care

Life at a Farmstay

Hospitality/Tourism

General Maintenance

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Languages

More details about your skills

I believe it's best if I explain what I've done, so you can draw conclusions about my capabilities. In 2006, I completed my agricultural high school in the Netherlands and moved to Norway with my parents, brother, sister, and her boyfriend(now husband). There, we transformed an old school building from 1982 into a guest accommodation (hotel).

Soon, financial constraints prompted me to look for a part-time job. Due to my education in the agricultural sector, I began milking cows at a summer farm in the mountains of Norway, which housed 200 dairy cows. It quickly transitioned into a full-time role. I pursued this for 5 years alongside renovating the old school building. Then, I left for Australia.

In Australia, I worked on farms in WA for two years, obtaining my truck and bus driving licenses. After two years I returned to Norway for a year. After a year of working in a supermarket, I decided to re-enter the agricultural sector, this time in Germany.

I worked for approximately 3 years for a large company in Germany with 3000 cows and 4000 hectares of land, also engaging in contract work. Following that, I worked for a contractor in Germany for another year. Afterward, I started working as a self-employed professional (freelancer) in the agricultural sector in Norway. I continue this work until today I hopefully depart for South Africa soon.

I'm on the cusp of a new adventure, one where I aim to learn how to be self-sustainable and determine the optimal place in the world for me to settle.

Age

36

What else ...

Ask me anything, i have nothing to hide.

Some more information

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  Driver's licence

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  Special dietary requirements