Jason

From: United States

Account Type
Individual account
Travelling to
United States
Travel dates
11/06/2016 - 01/08/2018
Badges

My status
Travelling
Description
I grew up in rural Wisconsin and have most recently been living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I love traveling and spending time outdoors. I have a degree in philosophy, but enjoy working with my hands as much as my mind. I have experience teaching in an elementary and high school setting.

My hobbies include playing the guitar, photography, camping, swimming, bicycling, hiking, DIY electronic or fix-it projects, and building things.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
Being an elderly companion
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Language practice
Art Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Teaching
More details about your skills
I'm a good problem solver. I have experience with carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, and general handyman maintenance. I'm good with computers, both software and hardware, and have some experience building websites. I'm a reasonably good amateur photographer. I have experience gardening and have done farm work through Workaway as well as management of guest-rental properties including handling online bookings, cleaning, cooking, and prepping rooms for rent. I also like spending time with children and have experience as a teacher, camp counselor, and care-giver, including for folks with special needs.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner
Age
29
Nationality
USA
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  vegan/vegetarian

Photos

Feedback

30/11/2018

Left by host (Join us in our intentional ...) for Workawayer (Jason)

Jason is awesome! The amount that he accomplished in his stay here was incredible: re-roofed our cob oven, rescued our cherry from pot-bound-doom, removed an invasive tree, mucked out the chicken coop, patched drywalll... the list goes on! He was very self-sufficient and a good problem solver. We also enjoyed his company. He is kind, calm,… read more

(Excellent )

29/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host for (Join us in our intentional ...)

I had a fantastic three week stay at Corrina and Connie’s place. These folks are well organized, generous, welcoming, and experienced hosts. They do a wonderful job of creating a fun and friendly space for travelers. There were lots of different tasks to help with, and they all felt like fun projects to do with friends. There was a nice social… read more

(Excellent )

04/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host for (Volunteer with organic ...)

Visiting these folks was my favorite part of my time in Cambodia. Sophea, Hiro, and their friends were all so welcoming, generous, and fun to be around. I enjoyed the opportunity to experience a more simple and genuine lifestyle, eat homemade food, play games, and learn more about life in Cambodia and the issues affecting people. Working together… read more

(Excellent )

08/04/2018

Left by host (Help with our veg garden and ...) for Workawayer (Jason)

Jason stayed about 2 weeks and was able to do a range of tasks including putting a window back in, scanning photographs and other things. He was very quiet, but pleasant and happy to do whatever was asked of him.

(Very good )

11/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host for (Help with our veg garden and ...)

I had a nice time staying with Cindy and family at the end of my working holiday. The jobs were straightforward and the food was great. They are also in a great spot in the city which worked out well for selling my car and getting to the airport to catch my flight out.

(Excellent )

30/03/2018

Left by host (Help with gardening, ...) for Workawayer (Jason)

We really enjoyed having Jason stay with us. He's hardworking and honest and largely took care of himself while he was with us. He was a great help.

(Excellent )

21/02/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host for (Help with gardening, ...)

Jenine and Nat are really great hosts. Very easy-going, pleasant to be around, and genuinely want you to have a great time in New Zealand. Good food, good music, and the jobs were straightforward and enjoyable. They are in a pretty nice location, too, with beautiful sunsets. I highly recommend them.

(Excellent )

15/02/2018

Left by host (Come and help on our ...) for Workawayer (Jason)

Was really nice and easy to have Jason come and stay at our place. He is very laid-back and easy-going so he slotted in with our family nicely - oh and he's an excellent worker too - never seemed to tire and is very intelligent so nothing was a problem for him! Thanks heaps Jason, nice to have met you! Namaste from Glen, Nic, Riley and Matisse.

(Excellent )

09/02/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host for (Come and help on our ...)

I spent almost a week helping out at Glen and Nic’s place. They are nice, easy-going, and fun people to be around, and the food was fantastic. I slept out in their caravan, which I found to be super comfortable. Glen and I worked together on a few different outside jobs around their property. He’s an interesting guy, and it was fun to chat while… read more

(Excellent )

02/02/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host for (Help with sustainability ...)

Katherine has a lovely place up near the mountain in Taranaki. She is a kind and thoughtful host, and I really appreciated all of the wonderful food she provided. I helped with a variety of projects during the couple weeks I stayed with her, from painting and DIY jobs around the house to mowing the lawns. It is a very peaceful location and is… read more

(Excellent )

08/01/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host for (Help on a small farm, just ...)

Stephen was a kind and easygoing host, and I enjoyed spending the holidays at his place in Taumarunui. I found his home quite peaceful and comfortable, and I was well fed. He had a variety of jobs for me to help with on the farm ranging from taking care of the cows, to spraying weeds, to a few DIY projects. I liked working outdoors, and his… read more

(Excellent )

19/12/2017

Left by host (L about sustainable farming, ...) for Workawayer (Jason)

Thank you so much Jason for coming to our chaos and helping out wherever you could. We really appreciated you getting on with whatever job we threw at you, unsupervised and at a very high standard. The kids absolutely adored you and I salute you for your tremendous patience with them. All the best for your future adventures travelling the world!

(Excellent )

19/12/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host for (L about sustainable farming, ...)

I really enjoyed my time on the farm with Birgit, John, Richard, and the kids. They are great hosts. There was never a dull day with a wide variety of projects to help with around the house, garden, and farm. The accommodations were very comfortable (separate 2 bedroom cottage shared with Richard, their employee), and I enjoyed having some good… read more

(Excellent )

29/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host for (Come Experience Our Piece of ...)

Jeremy and Josie were wonderful hosts. Both of them were easy-going, friendly, fun to be around, and also keen to share about life in New Zealand and all the great things to get out and do. My stay at their place was very comfortable and filled with plenty of delicious food and good vibes. I enjoyed getting to meet all the other volunteers,… read more

(Excellent )

05/10/2017

Left by host (Help us out and experience ...) for Workawayer (Jason)

Jason is quietly spoken and a deep thinker, we had some good conversations about lots of different stuff. The kids got along with him well. Jason helped out with lots of different jobs around the place. He enjoyed working with tools and making things. He also did lots of maintenance in the garden and bits-n-pieces around the place to make it all… read more

(Excellent )

29/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host for (Help us out and experience ...)

What an awesome workaway experience! I spent three wonderful weeks with this fun and active family at their beautiful off-grid paradise in Nydia Bay. Helen and Arthur were such thoughtful hosts and so easy to work with. They really went out of their way to make sure I had a great experience. Their kids are so much fun to be around too. They always… read more

(Excellent )

05/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host for (Help with house and garden ...)

Charles and Joy were very kind and easy-going hosts. I thoroughly enjoyed helping with all the different projects they had going on both around the house and out in the garden. The accommodations were very comfortable, and my time with them was very relaxing. I appreciated all the various tidbits I learned about life in New Zealand from them. They… read more

(Excellent )

04/09/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Jason)

Sorry we missed you when you left. We missed the opportunity to thank you very much for all the help you provided for us while you were here. Only hope you got to see enough of our surroundings while you were here also. We wish you well for the rest of your journey, and if the opportunity ever arises, feel free to call again. You would be most… read more

(Excellent )

29/08/2017

Left by host (Love the outdoors? Help me ...) for Workawayer (Jason)

Thank you for staying and helping me, It was nice to have some one cook for me and someone to cook for equally.

The painting looks great.

You will be happy to know up stairs is almost done ( a bit more painting and a window to go in )

You were clean and tidy and always respectful - Thank you

I am still learning the guitar and the fire is still… read more

(Excellent )

20/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host for (Love the outdoors? Help me ...)

I had a pleasant stay at Denna’s place. The jobs she had for me to do were varied and straightforward, and I was very comfortable there. I particularly enjoyed sharing meals, taking turns cooking and being cooked for. I thought Denna was a great host, very welcoming and easy-going. Her house is also in a great location for exploring the West Coast.

(Excellent )

16/07/2017

Left by host (Come and help out our family ...) for Workawayer (Jason)

Jason came to stay with us initially for 2 weeks, but all agreed on extending this for an extra week. Jason was a very pleasant and easy addition to our family during this time. He fitted in well and was really easy to have around. His knowledge of many things was fantastic for us all and especially his interest in teaching, definately beneficial… read more

(Excellent )

15/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host for (Come and help out our family ...)

I had a truly delightful time with the family. They really made me feel like a part of their family. Volunteering on the farm was fun and interesting. Bart is a very pleasant and easy person to work with, and I learned a lot from him about farming, rugby, and New Zealand in general. The accommodations were very comfortable and Lisa made sure I… read more

(Excellent )

19/06/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Jason)

Jason was really helpful while he stayed with me. He was able to complete a lot of projects and to finish of things that had been waiting for me to get around to. Jason is easy going and seemed to enjoy meeting my friends and family and shared some local music events. Gypsy the dog has been looking for Jason to play her daily fetch game and is… read more

(Excellent )

19/06/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host for (Help with gardening, painting ...)

Karen was a fantastic host. I really enjoyed spending a few weeks at her very comfortable and peaceful home. Karen is a friendly, kind, easy-going, and fun person to get to know, and she did a wonderful job of introducing me to small-town New Zealand life. I particularly enjoyed the chance to get to meet some of her friends and family in the local… read more

(Excellent )

01/04/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Jason)

Jason is fantastic! He came for a month and stayed for 6. On a scale to 1-10 he is an 11. Responsible, helped improve my place in so many ways such as making "how to" videos for future workawayers and guests. He made me check lists to help chores get done with more efficiency. He greeted guests and helped out even when he was not "on the clock." I… read more

(Excellent )

To leave feedback make sure you login & your account is online.

My host list0

Give the gift of Workaway