Grace

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I am currently

Description

Hello! My name is Grace and I am from Vancouver, Canada (though I grew up in Saskatchewan).

I like to keep active hiking and dancing, exploring the outdoors, and trying new things. I’m looking to be immersed in a new culture and am keen to practice my French and Spanish while I’m traveling.

I recently completed my Master’s degree in Resources, Environment & Sustainability and am super passionate about the environment. I can’t wait to learn about the local biodiversity and would love to contribute to a project working towards sustainability.

This will be my first time participating in a Workaway though I have heard wonderful things from friends who have volunteered through the program.

I think of myself as generally easy-going, organized, and self-motivated. I appreciate open communication and enjoy a good conversation. But I don’t take myself too seriously and love to make others laugh!

Interests

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Spanish: Beginner

More details about my language interests
Happy to teach English. I hope to improve my French and Spanish!

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Gardening

DIY and building projects

Babysitting and creative play

Being an elderly companion

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Hospitality/Tourism

Charity Work

Teaching

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Able to teach about:  

Languages

More details about your skills

I currently work in the Environmental Policy field and am passionate about climate change and the environment.

I speak English fluently and would be happy to help anyone wishing to improve their English. I would say I am intermediate in French and very, very beginner in Spanish though I would love to improve!

I have experience dog-sitting and dog-walking and also grew up with dogs in my home. I have worked in retail and customer service and have done some babysitting and childcare.

At my home, I have painted interior walls, refinished furniture, done yard work such as mowing the lawn, and grow vegetables and flowers. I enjoy cooking, cleaning, doing laundry, and organizing!

Age

26

What else ...

I have danced all my life doing ballet and modern (or contemporary) and I have recently started learning Soca. I am super keen to dance Soca while traveling and maybe learn some Salsa as well!

I also really enjoy music. I have played the cello since age 7. I've also begun teaching myself guitar (though I’m very beginner currently) and like to sing. Would love hearing others play and going to any live music.

I absolutely love camping and hiking so would be glad to find someone to accompany me on these kinds of trips. I have also recently begun surfing and hope to surf while travelling.

Overall, I’m pretty much up to try anything and not afraid to get my hands dirty!

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  Penicillin and Sulfa (medicines)

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  Special dietary requirements
  No