Profile information
Travel information
I am currently
Travelling
Description
My name is Rena (they/them) and I grew up in British Columbia, Canada. My current home base is in Victoria, BC on Vancouver Island. I am a lover of nature, movement, creative expression, authentic connection, and unique experiences. I studied Kinesiology and Personal Training, and decided to work as a Forest Firefighter in BC for several years. I love rugged, natural landscapes, as well as a physical and mental challenge. Prior to this trip, I was working for a nature therapy organization and picking cones. I am also enrolled in Adventure Studies School for September 2025, so am a big fan of adventures and adrenaline. I am handy with a chainsaw, can assist with construction-related tasks, and am always keen to learn new things or up for a challenge.
I have always had a love for music and feel it very deeply, and am learning how to creatively express myself in front of others whether it is singing, playing the guitar, drawing/painting, or dance.
I’ve been backpacking in Mexico and Colombia since mid- January and will be travelling until mid-April. I am very keen to learn more about local and indigenous cultures, as well as make authentic connections and share stories with lovely humans. I have taken some Spanish lessons while travelling, and am looking forward to more opportunities to practice and improve!
I am new to Workaway, but have done extended volunteering on organic farms in Tori, Benin and Quebec, Canada while living with host families and learning French. I love to be immersed in an environment so I can give my full attention to it.
I am on a solo journey to get to know myself better and am learning to listen to my gut and where I feel called. I look forward to meeting more incredible people on this journey!
Interests
Books
Cooking & food
Water sports
Farming
Events & social
Sustainability
Self development
Politics / Social justice
Pets
LGBTQ
Culture
Charity work
Writing
Music
Languages
Drawing & painting
DIY & crafts
Art & design
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Outdoor activities
Nature
Mountain
Hiking
Fitness
Dancing
Cycling
Camping
Beach
Adventure sports
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Spanish: Beginner
Japanese: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
I am currently interested in improving my Spanish language skills and am happy to help with English and/or conversational French
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
Languages
Eco Projects
Being an elderly companion
Babysitting and creative play
Hospitality/Tourism
Some knowledge of:
Art Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Life at a Farmstay
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
General Maintenance
Helping with Computers/ Internet
House sitting
Able to teach about:
Teaching
More details about your skills
I am fluent and English and speak intermediate/conversational French, and would be happy to practice either of these languages with those interested in learning.
I am a hard worker and always willing to learn new skills :) The majority of my working life has been outdoors, doing various physically straining activities from property and park maintenance, to landscaping and gardening, to forest firefighting and more. I consider myself a bit of a dirt gremlin and enjoy working in the elements! I am handy with a chainsaw and a variety of other motorized tools.
My educational history is in Kinesiology and I have previously planned fitness programs and/or daily workouts for my rugby team, my fire crew, and friends or those new to the gym. I love and appreciate movement of all kinds, as well as music and other arts.
I love to learn as I go and take on new tasks, such as changing my car’s oil and brakes, house painting, cutting my own hair, building a coffee table, and figuring out how to fix things around the house.
I have experience teaching youth with diverse needs how to indoor rock climb as well as operate equipment including lawn mowers and string trimmers.
I am also an animal lover and have previously house and pet sitted for many people, as well as fostered 2 cats in the last 2 years.
I am keen to be exposed to and learn new things, and currently have a strong interest in improving my Spanish, learning about other cultures and ways of life, and tapping into my spiritual side.
Age
29
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
NoSpecial dietary requirements
Lactose intolerant (but less processed dairy seems to be okay)
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