Profile information
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Travel information
I am currently
Travelling
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Description
I have been blessed to be using Workaway since 2015 during my travels of South America. I’m a nature lover and animal lover with a big passion for exploring new areas and playing outside!
I am a qualified commercial Pilot but life has always led me elsewhere. I have over 15+ years experience in hospitality and tourism .
In November 2015 I quit my hostel job and backpacked, hitchhiked and volunteered my way around Brazil, Argentina, Chile and Uruguay for about 6 months. It was probably one of the most incredible experiences of my life. I had the joy of volunteering on two permaculture farms when I was in Chile and the love, peace and harmony I felt there has been such a guiding light in my life. Since then I worked in a fishing village in Scotland, saving to travel and volunteer on a 9 month journey across the USA and Canada. Then I spent the next 2 years working and travelling around Australia.
I went back home to South Africa in 2019 to care for my father, who had extensive cancer. I cared for him, with my mom, for 2 years until he passed. This changed a lot of my views in life and really helped me mature and understand the truly important things in life : Family. After this I spent more time with high school friends who had children, taking them to parks, walks along the seaside, trips to the aquarium and playgrounds or just hanging out in their home. -
Interests
Hitchhiking
Books
Winter sports
Fitness
Art & design
Outdoor activities
Sustainability
Self development
Pets
Culture
Cooking & food
Gardening
Plant care
DIY & crafts
Astronomy
Animals
Camping
Beach
Mountain
Hiking
Yoga / Wellness
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Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentMore details about my language interests
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Creative DIY projects
Languages
Some knowledge of:
Light gardening
Babysitting and creative play
Being an elderly companion
Light maintenance
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Art Projects
Teaching
Able to teach about:
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Helping with Computers/ Internet
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More details about your skills
I have a can-do attitude, learn fast and equally enjoy being around people and having my own space. I used to be into weightlifting but have recently transitioned into daily Tai Chi and walks in the park. I’m currently studying RTT and have a passion for wheel throwing pottery! I love learning new things and encouraging others to pursue what brings them joy and lights them up! I’m an excellent listener and give people the space to be their full authentic selves. With so many years in hospitality I am at home in the kitchen and enjoy cooking for others and myself. The cleaning up after is just as much a part of it. I am calm and level headed in any situation.
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Age
36
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What else ...
I grew up in rural South Africa with a love and respect for nature and humanity that has never left me. I am interested in anything to do with nature, animals and wholesome family living.
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Some more information
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Smoker
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Driver's licence
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Allergies
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Special dietary requirements
Whole unprocessed Local Organic
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Feedback
I spent an incredible 6 weeks with Janice and Michael, by the time I left it felt add if I was saying goodbye to a second family. This was the first time I had done a workaway where I was the only volunteer and it was such an enriching experience. The work was varied and interesting, we even went to a couple of the local … read more
She was willing, able, and cheerful about all chores we did, including discussions social, cultural and political. Easy to be with, fitting in with our lifestyle, and seeing what needs doing without being asked.
Jacqui will be a gift to anyone taking her into their … read more
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Feedback
I spent an incredible 6 weeks with Janice and Michael, by the time I left it felt add if I was saying goodbye to a second family. This was the first time I had done a workaway where I was the only volunteer and it was such an enriching experience. The work was varied and interesting, we even went to a couple of the local … read more
She was willing, able, and cheerful about all chores we did, including discussions social, cultural and political. Easy to be with, fitting in with our lifestyle, and seeing what needs doing without being asked.
Jacqui will be a gift to anyone taking her into their … read more
