Solomon

United States
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I am currently a student at Colby College in Waterville, ME. I am studying Global Studies and Spanish. I am interested in human rights work and sustainable agricultural practices. I have experience working on farms and volunteering with small NGOs around Southeast Asia. I spent a year (2018-2019) backpacking around Southeast Asia through Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Myanmar, The Philippines, India, Nepal, Hong Kong, Singapore, and China. While travelling I gained skills in English teaching, permaculture, and carpentry and building projects.

I have also studied abroad in Salamanca, Spain. In Spain I travelled extensively around Europe and had the opportunity to travel to Tunisia. I am interested in immersing myself with different people and learning about other ways of life. I alm looking forward to progressing my Spanish through travel to South America.

**I am vaccinated for Covid-19 and looking forward to volunteering August of 2021!

In my free time I enjoy cooking, cycling, and trail running. I am a competitive cyclist and runner and have been racing since a young age. I also really love going on hiking trips and snowboarding. I am currently working as a bike mechanic in the heart of Chicago. I am eager to work in and explore different parts of the world!
Interests
Mountain
Beach
Nature
Camping
Hitchhiking
Adventure sports
Winter sports
Fitness
Yoga / Wellness
Cycling
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Farming
Gardening
Carpentry
Sustainability
Animals
Languages
Art & design
DIY & crafts

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
Some knowledge of:
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Able to teach about:
Gardening
Babysitting and creative play
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Helping around the house
Language practice
Art Projects
Teaching
More details about your skills
-I've spent multiple summers living and working on a farm in the Appalachian mountains of the US
-Worked on small organic farm in the US
-I worked and currently work as a bike mechanic
-I have worked on different carpentry projects as well as landscaping gardens
-I worked as a camp counselor and babysitter and have lots of experience working with kids
-I have spent a lot of time studying languages and can teach English as well as speak Spanish and Hebrew
-I have experience working with animals, especially dogs
-I have spent time living "off the grid" and working on primitive construction projects
-I have done work with social media and marketing and am knowledgeable for tech as well as teaching how to use various computer programs
-I spend a lot of time cooking and am fully capable of preparing meals as well as assisting in the kitchen in any way
-I enjoy writing and working on different art projects, writing is one of my strengths
-Interested in Outdoor education, I am a passionate outdoorsman!
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Hebrew: Intermediate
More details about my language interests
I am certified in TEFL and am looking forward to opportunities to teach English!
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Age
21
Nationality
American
What else ...
I'm really easy going and will integrate into any environment. I'm really compatible and up for any task!
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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28/05/2019

Left by host (Join our family farm and ...) for Workawayer (Solomon)

It was very great experience working with him. He was so kind and ready to help in everything. Solomon and our family really enjoyed working , eating chatting together. He is really amazing guy . Whose stay was excellent . Easy going kind and polite. See you soon

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28/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Solomon) for host for (Join our family farm and ...)

I spent a few weeks staying with Dhurba and his family and had an amazing time. Weird to write a review because you don’t review your friends. I learned so much about Nepal and the local way of life from Rikesh, Rupa, an Anil. There is plenty of work to do on the farm so you won’t be bored. I loved chilling out with all the cousins and going on… read more

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23/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Solomon) for host for (Help at our children's home ...)

Helping out at the children’s home was a really warming experience. Assisting the kids with their homework after school was always really rewarding as they were receptive and eager to study! Sathyan, Esther, and Selvam have created a beautiful family of fun, diligent yet relaxed children. It was fun learning their games and becoming part of he… read more

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11/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Solomon)

Solomon is a very kind and wonderful person, he has been very helpful while on the farm and did his best to help us. He is a keen and dedicated learner who loves to help out . He helped with cooking and also with other folks stopping by... I hope you can stop by again and hope you have a great year...
cheers

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03/02/2019

Left by Workawayer (Solomon) for host for (Join the journey of a farm ...)

I spent 3 weeks on Jinoy’s farm and had an incredible experience. Jinoy wasn’t there at the time and I was the only volunteer for the majority of my stay; but his made for a really enriching cultural experience. There was always lots to help out with around the farm, but you will often have to find your work as it won’t always be apparent. Arjun’s… read more

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28/05/2019

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28/05/2019

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23/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Solomon) for host for (Help at our children's home ...)

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11/03/2019

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03/02/2019

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22/02/2019

Left by Workawayer (Solomon) for host for (Meditate and help others in a ...)

I spent a week volunteering at the center. There are so many opportunities for ways to help out all the time. The center has created an amazing community for both Burmese and SEA backpacker volunteers. I was able to go on alms every morning, and loved participating in the cermony and traveling to different neighborhoods around Yangon. I was also… read more

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21/02/2019

Left by host (Help create a self growing ...) for Workawayer (Solomon)

Solomon is a very very incredible person and always ready to help you. He is nice, peaceful, hardworking and always ready to help you. He is very very good cook and when he is around you, you don't have to wait for food :grinning:.
He stayed at my place in few weeks and I enjoy every moment with him. I am highly recommend to this hardworking… read more

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21/02/2019

Left by Workawayer (Solomon) for host for (Help create a self growing ...)

Tushar’s farm embraces natural and simple living. I stayed at Tushar’s place a few weeks and got a taste of village life, and Akhangscha’s good cooking! I was able to spend most days perfecting my Indian cooking over a fire. Tushar has a really laid back aproach to farm work which makes for a relaxing time on the farm and lots of time to pursue… read more

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17/10/2018

Left by host (Discover life and help teach ...) for Workawayer (Solomon)

Solomon is a great man two weeks staying in my house he works very hard, he helps me in English teaching and a house work like washing dishes cooking food, he cooked American food for my family and we love it. I recommend if you guys have him as a friend or volunteer, you will not regret. Wish you have a good luck Mr Salomon

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16/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Solomon) for host for (Discover life and help teach ...)

Wow! What a positive experience. It was really awesome teaching in the school to such an excited group of students. Lakxao is a quiet town surrounded by serene landscape. Outside of teaching in the school, living with Peter’s family was an amazing way to experience Laos culture. I was able to try so many new amazing foods and really integrate into… read more

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16/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Solomon) for host for (Come and help with farming, ...)

What an amazing Workaway. Jake’s farm is a great project for the community and it was very rewarding to work on the farm. Jack welcomed me into his family for the three weeks I was there and made me feel at home. Jack’s mom is a really kind and hardworking woman who prepared me 3 delicious Thai meals everyday. The food was amazing and I had access… read more

(Excellent )

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