Townsend

United States
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I am currently
At home
Description
Hi! I am a student from the US studying oil painting, writing, and philosophy. I see life as a project in experiencing as much as possible, and finding meaning along the way. I have been a camp counselor, framer, painting assistant, chef, chicken breeder, art instructor, designer, gardener, lifeguard, sculptor assistant, political campaign volunteer, professional chair of an arts organization, goat keeper, and tour guide, and am always looking for new things to try!

I love Workaway and all the connections it has allowed me to make :) while I was studying in Italy last fall, many of my Workaway friends came to visit and reminded me how much I love this community!
Interests
Sustainability
Self development
Mountain
Writing
Outdoor activities
Pets
Nature
Performing arts
Music
Events & social
Drawing & painting
Culture
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Camping
Books
Art & design
Animals
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Italian: Beginner
More details about my language interests
None in particular but I'm glad to learn
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Eco Projects
Being an elderly companion
Babysitting and creative play
Helping around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Some knowledge of:
Charity Work
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Life at a Farmstay
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Able to teach about:
Art Projects
More details about your skills
I have extensive experience in breeding and raising poultry, as well as caring for goats. I also have done a fair amount of vegetable farming. For two summers, I was a camp counselor at a sleepaway camp for girls ages 7-12, so I have experience in childcare and teaching art to children. I worked in retail for a year, and am a good cook. I am also very experienced in art, from sculpture to painting to digital, have taken classes on expository writing, and know how to code java, if any of these are useful to you.
Age
21
What else ...
My former bosses and WWOOF hosts have described me as hardworking and efficient! I love creating things, and will definitely be making some art during my free time if you'd like a crafting buddy. I also love backpacking (it's how I met my best friends!) and exploring nature, as well as swimming. Waterfalls are my favorite!
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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31 Jul 2023

Left by Workawayer (Townsend) for host (Come and help at our eco ...)

I definitely recommend staying here!! Michiel is such a cool person, with a great sense of humor and lots of interesting stories. Hanne is hilarious and high energy, as well as very wise! The place is absolutely stunning, and the cat is pretty cool too. The work was easy and usually pretty fun, there’s lots of fruit growing. Michiel and the other… read more

(Excellent )

31 Jul 2023

Left by host for Workawayer (Townsend)

Where to start!? Hosting Townsend was incredible, she dedicated herself 100 percent to the tasks that were given to her, she shows initiative when she sees the need for it and most of all she is an incredible artist. She made a mural of the house cat Grissom in the garden and it's so beautiful, wish I could attach pictures here to show it :) Thank… read more

(Excellent )

15 Jul 2023

Left by host (Welcoming imaginative, fun, ...) for Workawayer (Townsend)

Townsend is simply brilliant. She is deeply artistic and always enthusiastic when it comes to sharing her creativity and helping others realise their own. She played a huge part in the daily life of the group and participated fully at all times. Some of days that she was here were really full-on and yet I never saw Townsend tire - her smile and… read more

(Excellent )

10 Jul 2023

Left by Workawayer (Townsend) for host (Welcoming imaginative, fun, ...)

No words could express what a wonderful experience this workaway is. This has truly been one of the happiest months of my life.
Safia and Ian are wonderful hosts, charming and kind. Getting to work with Safia is such a privelige, as she is truly a genius. It’s amazing to see all the incredible things she’s doing with the book project and her… read more

(Excellent )

9 Jun 2023

Left by host (Experience Ngunguru on the ...) for Workawayer (Townsend)

Wonderful.
I have been hosting for many years and Townsend is one of those that I will never forget. She will stay a friend of mine for many years to come. Of that I’m sure!
She completed her tasks on time to a very high standard with excellent attention to detail. She listens carefully to instructions and was very gracious when receiving… read more

(Excellent )

9 Jun 2023

Left by Workawayer (Townsend) for host (Experience Ngunguru on the ...)

I just left after 3 and a half wonderful weeks with Donna Maree, and believe me, she’s the best host ever!! Such an incredibly generous, creative, and sparkly soul. I immediately felt safe and welcomed in her home, and we had all kinds of wonderful adventures together, from Hobbiton to Russel!! The work was very manageable and she always made such… read more

(Excellent )

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