Maura

Travel information

I am currently

Description

Hi folks,
I'm Maura, coming from the United States (I grew up in Texas but have lived in Pennsylvania for the last six years). I am taking a break from working in community development to travel and, well, experience different communities. I studied Environmental Studies and Philosophy at university, but am keenly interested in all forms of knowledge – including practical knowledge. In fact, I love Workaway because it allows me to immerse myself in hands-on application. I am an eager learner, and can quickly pick up what I don't know. If we do meet, I think you'll find that I am a rather friendly and easy going person who is equally happy with a night of social conversation or a good book. In terms of hobbies, I enjoy meeting new people, fermentation, dancing, meditation, and learning new things.

Interests

Languages spoken

English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner

Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Animal Care

Art Projects

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Some knowledge of:  

DIY and building projects

Being an elderly companion

General Maintenance

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Helping around the house

Hospitality/Tourism

Charity Work

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Able to teach about:  

Gardening

Creating/ Cooking family meals

More details about your skills

-Environmental sustainability principles (can teach & help assess)
-Community development
-Human relations (I have worked in affordable housing, college dorms, retail, and as a tour guide)
-Physical labor/self-initiating work ethic
-Fermentation (sourdough bread, beer, primitive wines, yogurt, etc.)
-Eager learner
-Decent waltzer

Age

25

What else ...

A large appeal of Workaway to me is that it allows me to slowly and intimately explore a place while also contributing to it in some way. In addition to work, I am eager to learn about your culture and community, no matter how large or small. I would be glad to do so alongside you, but I am equally comfortable exploring on my own. I understand and appreciate the importance of hosts creating time for themselves.

I very much enjoy social dancing and can teach beginner and intermediate waltz classes. At one point in my life, I baked lots of bread and brewed my own beer. I haven't done too much of either recently, but I am happy to share what I know and help you create your own starters. I have experience cooking for a household of six and and would be glad to help with communal meals. I like to experiment with foraged ingredients, but only if everyone is comfortable with the idea and I am absolutely certain that I know the ingredients I'm cooking with.

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  No

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  Special dietary requirements
  No