Emma

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Activities i am interested in:

I am interested in sustainable living, yoga, art projects, animals, community work, and overall being a steward for the natural environment.

Description

Hey! I am Emma. I'm a recently graduate from a philosophy and sociology degree, so I love discussing social issues, how to tackle them, and big questions about our world.

I love being social, cooking for others, and exploring nature. Activities like yoga, swimming, and long walks in beautiful places, brings me lots of joy! As well as music, dancing, caring for animals.

I am currently exploring the north island with my girlfriend. Gaining insight into Māori culture is one aspect of the trip I feel so excited to learn more about, particularly its relation to nature.

I have done short trips to a few different countries and places before, but never backpacked. One of my favourite trips was when I hitchhiked to an autonomous zone, just outside of Nantes, France. We got to enjoy a slow pace of living, helped with communal tasks like watering the community garden and collecting hay bales. With a few collective groups, surrounded by nature and animals, as well as experiencing communal living, it was so special.

Another thing I really enjoyed was living in Amsterdam for a year as part of my studies. Having the opportunity to live in such a vibrant, international city was incredible. I learnt so much about myself, got thrown out of my comfort zone, and nurtured my passion for art and creativity. I came away feeling fundamentally changed as a person, it was truly amazing.

I have recently been wanting to learn more about sustainable living, local nature, and how to support it, like recognising invasive species and rewilding. My passion for the arts and creativity means I am dying to throw myself into some creative projects, particularly those that incorporate some kind of social engagement.

Interests

Van life

Performing arts

Farming

Sustainability

Vegetarian or vegan

Videography

Politics / Social justice

LGBTQ

Events & social

Culture

Gardening

Drawing & painting

Hitchhiking

Cooking & food

Plant care

Photography

Music

DIY & crafts

Books

Art & design

Animals

Cycling

Camping

Fitness

Nature

Yoga / Wellness

Beach

Dancing

Outdoor activities

Hiking

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent

More details about my language interests
I love picking up small bits of language when I travel, but I have always wanted to speak another language conversationally.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Hospitality/Tourism

House & pet sitting

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Some knowledge of:  

Gardening

DIY and building projects

Babysitting and creative play

General Maintenance

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Charity Work

Art Projects

Helping with Computers/ Internet

More details about your skills

A few of the skills I have developed over the years:
- DIY and home odd jobs
- gardening
- dog walking
- pet care
- communal cooking
- work with children, I was a ballet teaching assistant
- cleaning and organisation
- decorating, from all the houses I have lived in, as well as organising two DIY mini festivals
- enthusiastic, I throw myself into everything
- hard working and passionate

I would love to gain more specific skills like...
- local wildlife knowledge
- stewardship
- animal rehabilitation and care, not just pets
- technical artistic and DIY skills
But I am very open and excited about any and all opportunities that may come my way !!

Age

24

What else ...

I love vintage fashion, and finding items with exciting stories in flea markets.
Reading non-fiction books are my favourite.
Art and DIY craft !

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  Special dietary requirements
  Vegetarian