Holly

United Kingdom
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Hello I'm Holly! I'm from London and work as an outdoor educator and bushcraft leader for children and young people. I'm taking a little trip away before the season starts to warm up my hiking boots and would love to do a workaway to get involved in some kind of project and meet some new people. I did quite a few workaways years ago when I travelled after school and just had the best time and met so many amazing people. This was mostly hostel work and au pairing, but this time round I'm particularly interested in sustainability projects, building/DIY, art projects and places a bit more off-grid. I love being outdoors and spend a lot of time hiking/camping but now I'm really looking to learn some more practical working skills in the outdoors!
Interests
Mountain
Nature
Camping
Hitchhiking
Sailing / Boating
Cycling
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Charity work
Carpentry
Sustainability
Writing
Books
Movies & TV
Music
Photography
Cooking & food
Vegetarian or vegan
LGBTQ
Politics / Social justice

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Gardening
Being an elderly companion
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Animal Care
DIY and building projects
Some knowledge of:
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Helping around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Language practice
Art Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Teaching
Able to teach about:
Babysitting and creative play
More details about your skills
I'm great with children/young people and know a fair bit about forest school and outdoor education.
Can teach some basic survival skills and bushcraft.
I've had lots of different service jobs in the past - bar, restaurant, hostel, reception, barista, retail, cleaning etc. so can do most things in this sphere.
I've worked as an events planner and am quite good at organising things
I've got good grammar and writing skills so happy to help with any copywriting/editing in English.
I used to live on a houseboat so I have some skills and knowledge relating to boating and off-grid living in general.
I've done some work on farms and vineyards through workaway so I have a little knowledge there but really keen to learn some more.
I'm also a bit musical if that helps!
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Swedish: Beginner
More details about my language interests
I'd love to learn any lanuage
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Age
25
Nationality
British
What else ...
Excited to get stuck into a project!
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  vegetarian/vegan

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05/09/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Holly)

Holly was a lovely addition to our 2016 team. She was very open and warm with guests, happy to help out wherever she was needed, and very eager to learn.

(Excellent )

06/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Holly) for host for (Volunteer while exploring the ...)

This place is magical! I had the best time with Martha, Gavin and the girls. Every night we sit around the table or on the comfy sofas with a different set of friendly faces from all over the world exchanging travel stories and interesting conversation.
The hostel itself is so cosy and homely and the location is amazing - right next to the… read more

(Excellent )

03/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (Holly) for host for (Help on a organic orchard and ...)

I still dream about Mike and Nicole's vineyard! Rows of apple trees and grape vines in a stunning spot where the Okanagan Valley's spectacular mountains meet the Similkameen river. The climate is great in the summer so after a fun day's work head down to the river for a swim, relax with a fishing rod or take the old rowing boat across to the… read more little island. If you're more active you can climb the many mountains surrounding the property - one of which takes you to the U.S. border with an insane view over the valley. And this is untouched beauty at it's finest - you can hike for hours without seeing another person. The almost desert-like landscape is really quite amazing to see, especially if travelling across the country and wanting to experience some of Canada's incredible variety of scenery. One day we were given a lift to a part of the river where you can float down on the boat through the mountains until you get back to the vineyard. Take some beers and a fishing rod and bathe in the sun whilst taking in the views.
The work is great - we mostly worked 7:30-1:30 on weekdays including a break which was ideal because it avoided the heat and gave you the rest of the day to enjoy. During my time I helped in the house a little with cleaning and childcare - sweet little Connor is a joy to look after, I helped with some sign painting, worked on the apple trees and with construction around the house and the farm shop. We work hard but it is fairly relaxed with no pressure or stress and you get the sense that Mike and Nicole really appreciate and value our help. Plus it's fun to be outdoors doing some physical work, learning new skills and getting to ride the quad bike. What I love is that everyone works together on the same shift, meaning it is a lot of fun working and that you can enjoy time off together with your fellow volunteers. The house is fantastic, spacious and clean with loads of facilities. There's even a bbq, hot tub and TV so you won't be bored. And Mike and Nicole are so generous with food and wine, you won't get hungry that's for sure! It's lovely to cook good meals together with other volunteers and have evenings around the table, or out by the bonfire next to the river.
I feel like I could write a book about this place (I'm suffering this Farm withdrawal symptoms) so I'm going to make myself stop and encourage everyone to go and see for themselves!!!
Mike and Nicole are fantastic, such friendly and kind people. Thanks you so much for having me! I'll remember my experience here forever.

(Excellent )

03/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (Holly) for host for (Quebec City, Canada at it's ...)

I enjoyed my time in Quebec City. The area is perfect, close to the city but also to other sights like Wendake and Montmorency Falls which are all reachable by bike via the cycle paths. The hosts Francois and Stephanie are very friendly and Nicolas is a great person and really kind to us volunteers! Having our own space in the apartment was nice… read more

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05/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Holly)

I hosted a lot of workwayers over the last years. I also was a teachers and a coach... Rarely I came across such a mature, positive and top person ! Holly is part of those rare human beings that shines...bless you.

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05/09/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Holly)

Holly was a lovely addition to our 2016 team. She was very open and warm with guests, happy to help out wherever she was needed, and very eager to learn.

(Excellent )

06/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Holly) for host for (Volunteer while exploring the ...)

(Excellent )

03/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (Holly) for host for (Help on a organic orchard and ...)

(Excellent )

03/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (Holly) for host for (Quebec City, Canada at it's ...)

(Good )

05/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Holly)

(Excellent )

27/12/2015

Left by Workawayer (Holly) for host for (Help a family with ...)

I had a lovely month with Marine, Benoit, Tom, Axel and Matthias in Houilles! Marine and Benoit are very kind and accomodating and I enjoyed some evenings talking and sharing interests. The boys are very sweet and are fun and entertaining too! The work was not difficult and all after 3:30 so there is plenty of time to relax or go into Paris any… read more

(Excellent )

27/11/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Holly)

Holly is a lovely girl and was a great help - in the guesthouse and also in the horses field. She is a very fast learner and great team worker - which is essential with several workawayers around.
Switched on, hard working, very friendly, getting on with everybody - it was an absolutely pleasure to have had her staying with us.

(Excellent )

27/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Holly) for host for (Help at family run guesthouse ...)

Fun with this family in the South of France! Unfortunately I stayed only 2 weeks, which was too short! But I have so many great memories nonetheless. Kathrin and Kenneth are great hosts, they look after you well with their kindness, great food and laughter. And you'll never get bored with Kristine around! The chateau is just incredible and the… read more

(Excellent )

20/10/2015

Left by Workawayer (Holly) for host for (Culture exchange and English ...)

My incredible Catalan experience!!!!!!! I have so much love for this family, they are truly one of the kindest, friendliest and most fun family I have ever met! I had SO much fun with them, playing games, visiting places, talking and laughing. They showed me Catalan traditions (interesting...), food (great and plentiful!) and took me to see some… read more

(Excellent )

19/10/2015

Left by host (Culture exchange and English ...) for Workawayer (Holly)

I don't have enough words to thank Holly the lovely and funny time we had together. I never heard my kids laugh so loud and often as they did with Holly. She brought happiness and funny moments to our family. We went to the mountains, and we laughed, we went to the beach and laughed, we play cards and we laughed, we eat melon and we laughed.. So… read more

(Excellent )

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