Steve

Canada
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Enthusiastic and hard working youthful but mature male with a young outlook on life and a desire to experience a more natural life style. I consider myself as organised, adaptable, clean, creative and easy to get along with.
I currently work part-time as a landscape gardener in Vancouver and the surrounding area.

In 2026 I am aiming to leave Vancouver for other areas of BC or head back to Europe in search of a place to live long term that is closer to the land, with respect for nature and a more self sufficient life style rather than being in a city or large town.

I have had WWOOFing and workaway experience in Portugal, Spain, England and Canada over the past 25 years.

This was originally a couples account but I am now using workaway on my own.
Interests

Architecture

History

Movies & TV

Self development

Performing arts

Van life

Vegetarian or vegan

DIY & crafts

Cycling

Culture

Team sports

Nature

Cooking & food

Blogging

Books

Yoga / Wellness

Writing

Outdoor activities

Sustainability

Plant care

Photography

Farming

Fitness

Gardening

Hiking

Drawing & painting

Camping

Beach

Astronomy

Art & design
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Beginner

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In 1995 I took a TEFL course, earning a qualification to teach English as a Foreign language

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Eco Projects

Some knowledge of:

Light gardening

Being an elderly companion

Light maintenance

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Life at a Farmstay

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Hospitality/Tourism

Charity Work

Languages

Art Projects

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Teaching
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I have worked in a variety of jobs ranging from banking (cashiering, customer service);teaching assistant to special needs students; media resources officer in private school; dishwasher & prep-cook; market research supervisor; football (soccer) coach at high schools, elite and recreational leagues; gardener & odd job man; artist and photographer; fine art figure model for artists and photographers.
All these jobs have given me a good grounding in work ethic and an ability to adapt to different working situations, either individually or as part of a team.

As a long term nudist/naturist I regularly contribute articles and photographs to the British Nudist publication H&E, and I would prefer to work in a clothing optional environment, but open to any opportunity to work close to the land.
I WWOOFed at a variety of farms, small holdings and organic gardens for the 5 years, before I signed up with workaway. I learnt to build rustic chicken coops, stonewalls and definitely know how to weed!

On a workaway in Portugal, that I visited with my ex partner three years running, we learnt to work with horses, build a rustic horse shelter and took on a very large landscaping task!

I am currently back in Vancouver where I am working part-time as a figure model for the numerous art and animation schools, as well as working part-time as a landscape gardener.

As mentioned above I am in search of a more natural and affordable lifestyle away from the city and living closer to nature. I would like to eventually grow much of my own food and herbs and possibly build a straw bale/cob house.

I travel to the UK every year to visit family and friends, and always look for the possibility of workaway opportunities while I'm away.
Age

68
What else ...

Steve is a long term naturist and would prefer working in a clothing optional environment, although would always consider working in any environment where he can work outdoors.
He is a regular contributor to naturist publications in Britain and Canada with articles, photographs and poetry. He is an artist and photographer, and always looking to improve creative talents.
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  no dairy; no meat except fish

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18 Sep 2022

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We were both blown away by Steve. He was the image of health and vitality, belying his numerical age. More than capable of doing all the chores we usually do and always seems happy and to be enjoying himself. Between cups of tea and Speckled Hen Ale after a hot day, I honestly think he had a good time, and certainly said so. Steve helped us out … read more

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26 Jul 2022

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

From our early communications I had a good feeling about my visit with Darren and Wendy, and I was not to be disappointed at all!
What a wonderful couple of true pioneer spirits, who I hope are now life-long friends.
It was a pleasure to work alongside both of them at different times, and every task I did, no matter how minor, was acknowledged … read more

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9 Jun 2021

Left by host (Help on our hobby farm in Mt. ...) for Workawayer ()

Steve came to us for three weeks in May/June. While he was here we developed a new trail along the creek that runs alongside our property, we cleared blackberries in the pasture in other areas, weeded landscaped areas and cleaned out our conservatory. No project was too difficult. Steve is a hard worker that likes to get 'stuck in" to his jobs and … read more

(Excellent )

6 Jun 2021

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help on our hobby farm in Mt. ...)

Thank you Len and Jim for such a wonderful workaway experience, and for Pepper for adding some spice to my stay!
As a single worker it was so good to be working alongside you, and the work never felt like a chore, but a true exchange in keeping with the workaway ethos.
Mealtimes were full of delicious home-cooked food, with Jim kindly catering for … read more

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26 Apr 2021

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join us and our dog in our ...)

Aww thanks for the great feedback you guys, I really did enjoy my stay with you all and have the chance to see the beauty of Galiano, and experience your kind, warm hospitality, great food and I'm glad I introduced you to a new beer Christian!
I hope all the seeds and the potatoes are starting to sprout and show themselves in the garden and that … read more

(Excellent )

25 Apr 2021

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Steve stayed with us on Galiano for a couple of weeks. We thoroughly enjoyed having him with us. He was respectful, kind, positive, upbeat, always up for an adventure, and he is a true wizard in the garden!!! We would recommend him and welcome him back any time. Christian, Martine, Lili and Snoop

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18 Sep 2022

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26 Jul 2022

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9 Jun 2021

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6 Jun 2021

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26 Apr 2021

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25 Apr 2021

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3 Nov 2020

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Hi Sheila, and Marley of course!

I'm sorry to have taken so long to give this feedback, where does the time go eh?
All I can say is that I miss you both and the farm and thank you again for a wonderful workaway experience, hile also allowing me to keep up with my online work as well!

It really is a magical place to go to, and Sheila is a very … read more

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16 Sep 2020

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Steve stayed with me for 4 weeks and is now back for a second time to help me out after I injured my shoulder. He is very enthusiastic about gardening, landscaping and general up keep of a property. He is very capable to work on his own and followed instructions well. He was always careful and asked how I wanted things done. Steve also assisted me … read more

(Excellent)

6 Nov 2019

Left by Workawayer for host (Helping hands for our little ...)

Sorry for the overdue feedback, but I thoroughly enjoyed my stay with Kim and her daughters this past Summer.
Kim was kind enough to be flexible for me to head back into Vancouver on a couple of occasions for paid work, otherwise I spent my time dealing with her overgrown garden and resurrecting the raised vegetable beds as well as working with … read more

(Very good)

4 Oct 2018

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

Carol and Todd were kind enough to invite me to work with them after I was let down by another host at the last minute and I was so glad that they did!
They are kind, considerate and generous hosts who ensured that the work was varied and never boring, and share their property with four delightful dogs, three horses that are full of character, a … read more

(Excellent)

11 May 2015

Left by host for Workawayer

Steve and Susan are amazing workawayers. On their first day which should have been a chill day they were thrown in at the deep end as we had two wild 18 month mares arriving and we needed to put up some temporary fencing up. They were brilliant with helping to introduce the girls to the other horses.

Originally they had planned on staying for … read more

(Excellent)

6 May 2015

Left by Workawayer for host (Couple wanted for help with ...)

Susan and I have just left with a sadness in our hearts. We had a wonderful stay and were made to feel like part of the family by Richard and Caroline as well as Missy, the dearly missed Gnasher and Remi. It was a real privilege to see the horses interacting with each other and playing in the lake. The work was varied with plenty of time to enjoy … read more

(Excellent)

24 Mar 2015

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What a fantastic couple to have in your home. Steve and Susan worked very hard in extremely unfavourable conditions. They dealt with everything we asked them to do with humour and enthusiasm. They cleared a huge patch of vegetable garden, and helped us put in a new fence We enjoyed evenings of stimulating conversation and laughter. Huw and … read more

(Excellent)

27 Jan 2015

Left by Workawayer for host (Help us to restore our garden ...)

Susan and I really enjoyed our short time here and wished we could have stayed for longer. Lynsey and Huw along with Clare, Dylan and Charlie, made us feel very welcome and like part of the family by the time we left.
It was very rewarding to see the overgrown greenhouse and vegetable garden cleared by the time we'd finished and we were treated … read more

(Excellent)

22 Nov 2014

Left by Workawayer for host (Help a warm, music loving ...)

Thanks for the great feedback. As first time workawayers we couldn't have asked for better hosts than Tanya and Alan and their lovely children. We both enjoyed working at funky Frome, from Tanya's great sense of humour and wonderful cooking, to playing with Emrys and his toys! It was hard to leave, and it was just a shame that the weather … read more

(Excellent)

22 Nov 2014

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What a wonderful couple Steve and Susan are. We are missing them so much and they were a huge help to us. Everything they were asked to do they did well and with a smile and had lots of initiative and skills. We moved a filthy dirty piano from our garage to the house and they cleaned it so well and did a beautiful paint job!! Susan painted … read more

(Excellent)