Millie

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I am currently

Activities i am interested in:

Wild swimming and wild camping, exploring abandoned places, nature immersion, planting, herbs and medicinal plants, tree identification

Description

Hi! I'm 22 years old, I'm taking a year away from my degree studying ecology and conservation to feed this deep desire inside me to explore, adventure and expand my consciousness through new experiences and cultures. The never ending feeling of knowing there's so much out in the world needing to be explored, that is what motivates me. Being outside, connecting with nature and meeting other people is what life should be about.

Interests

Sustainability

Gardening

Sailing / Boating

Adventure sports

Hitchhiking

Events & social

Music

Hiking

Cooking & food

Beach

Mountain

Self development

Camping

Outdoor activities

Animals

Nature

Culture

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent

More details about my language interests
I am recently TEFL certified so can teach English.I am fluent in French and I'm interested in learning Spanish.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

DIY and building projects

Animal Care

Eco Projects

Art Projects

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Charity Work

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Some knowledge of:  

Gardening

Hospitality/Tourism

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Able to teach about:  

Languages

More details about your skills

I am 2/3rds of the way through my degree in ecology and conservation; I am passionate about the environment and how we can incorporate sustainable practices into our daily lives. I'm interested in learning about permaculture and growing vegetables and I'm certainly not afraid to get my hands dirty.

I have a deep interest in animal welfare, looking after a farm would be a dream of mine, especially sheep/goats, cows and chickens which I hope to rear myself some day. I highly value self-sufficiency and moving away from our dependence on the state. Living off-grid is something which has always appealed to me and I hope that through workaway I can gain the skill, experience and insight into this alternative way of life. I am incredibly enthusiastic to learn about renewable energy, organic permaculture, plant medicines, carpentry and all kinds of practical skills as well as further my scientific knowledge on plants and trees.

Je suis moitié francaise, mais comme j'ai vaicu en Angleterre tout ma vie, j'ai beaucoup a apprendre sur la culture francaise et bien sûr je voudrais améliorer ma communication.. J'aimerais me reconnecter avec cette part de moi que j'ai forcement negligee.

In terms of current skills and experience, I have always helped my mother with planting seasonal fruits and vegetables and working in the garden year round. At university I took part in the creation of an edible forest food garden which involved various activities such as planting, pruning, harvesting and preserving fruits, creating irrigation systems and collecting rain water.

I have worked in two hotels- as housekeeper, and as hotel receptionist/ waitress at a tucked away, local pub in the Cotswolds. I am confident in talking to customers (in French and English), and I love meeting new people. I love cooking with fresh, organic vegetables and the idea of foraging with local ingredients has always interested to me. Ultimately, I am always eager to learn new skills and challenge myself in exciting ways.

Age

22

What else ...

I love being outside in the sunshine, among the trees, walking in nature. I'd like to one day join the circus (although I have a long way to go), I enjoy juggling and doing gymnastics. I also enjoy cooking especially nice vegetarian food.
I have always been a keen swimmer and the feeling of swimming in a fresh river or lake is unbeatable.

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  Special dietary requirements
  vegetarian