Haley

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Greetings! My name is Haley and I live in Western Massachusetts, USA!

In May 2020 I completed my engineering degree at Smith College -- a liberal arts, historically women’s college. I focused on the intersection of human movement with technology. My favorite non-engineering courses were “Gender, Land, and Food Movements” and “Dystopian and Utopian Visions in Political Theory”.

I am currently getting my master's degree in Exercise Science and Sports Studies. I am an assistant cross country and track + field coach at Smith College and teach swimming. I have, and still do, pursue those activities myself while also enjoying skiing, hiking, biking, skiing, and practicing yoga. Last summer I learned how to surf and would love to continue that pursuit and add scuba diving to the repertoire. I feel most at home by the ocean! I speak English and am eager to learn Spanish.

I love to design, work with my hands, iterate, and be in an environment where I can empower others to explore and pursue their passions. I thrive in high-energy, outdoorsy atmospheres and also value time to contemplate and reflect in private and in community.

Gardening became a hobby of mine at the start of the pandemic and while grieving the passing of my father. During this time, I experienced the healing powers of growing my own vegetables, herbs, and flowers. I am excited by the larger implications of healing that come from having a relationship with our food, environment, land, and communities. I am excited to continue learning and exploring creative ways to grow food in the space and climate I live in.

My international travel experiences include Quito, Ecuador where I independently explored for a few days before heading to the Galapagos Islands for a 3 week Marine Ecosystems course. The second was camping and hosteling around Iceland with my friend and her brother for a week. Most recently, I completed my first work stay experience in January 2022 at Finca Boii Boii in Cahuita, Costa Rica!

I would love more experience working on a farm, in gardens, learning permaculture, etc. Additionally, I love working with children and enjoy being around animals. I would also be happy learning and contributing to the operations of camps, retreats, or intentional communities.

I aspire towards regenerative living, growing my own food, and living in and/or creating an intentional community. I am seeking opportunities to fuel my adventurous spirit, deepen my relationship with the natural world, and connect with others who are also curious about life’s mysteries, unpacking the deeper questions, and exploring the ways we can heal our world, live our truths, and realize the desire for a happy, healthy planet!

Thank you for reading! :)

p.s. I am fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and received my booster doses. I am happy to discuss any COVID-related concerns, precautions, etc.

Interests

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner

More details about my language interests
Want to learn Spanish and am happy to teach others English in an informal setting.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Life at a Farmstay

General Maintenance

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Some knowledge of:  

Charity Work

Languages

Being an elderly companion

Gardening

DIY and building projects

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Eco Projects

Animal Care

Hospitality/Tourism

Art Projects

Teaching

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Able to teach about:  

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Babysitting and creative play

Helping around the house

More details about your skills

I have a lot of experience working with children in academic and extracurricular settings. I enjoy designing engaging activities for them.

I have worked in a restaurant before.

Have skills for repairing bicycles.

I am certified as a Behavioral Health Professional, USA Track and Field Level 1 Coach, CPR/First Aid certification.

I am a vegetarian and enjoy cooking (especially soups) and baking (exploring herbally infused baked goods is currently my favorite). I have basic gardening skills and feel growing and caring for plants comes intuitively to me and really want to learn more on this front.

I have a lot of experience working with various computer programs and other machinery and technologies. Some specifics include Microsoft excel/office + Google Drive, AutoCAD, 3D printing, Multiphysics simulation software, and more... fast learner with computer technology.

I started a podcast in college and independently produced all aspects from initial contact and communication with guests to audio editing, interviewing/hosting, episode write ups, and social media promotion.

I cat and dog sit/walk for some neighbors.

Age

26

Some more information

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  Driver's licence

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  Special dietary requirements
  vegetarian - no meat