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I own a 52ft sailboat located in Hawaii that I am in the process of refitting for offshore sailing.
The vessel may be sailing thru the Hawaain islands during this refit period. We are presently located in Waikiki on the island of Oahu.
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Bricolage et construction
Entretien général
Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
I've been sailing all my life and have over eighty thousand blue-water miles under my keel (and as many coastal) and enjoy sharing my knowledge and teaching people how to sail.
I am happy to pass on my years of sailing experience to others.
My hobbies include close up / slight of hand magic, photography, drones (both air quadcopters and undersea drones).
If you are a calm person with a positive attitude that has a curiosity for the natural world and enjoys experiencing (and respecting) other cultures this might be for you.
There is much to explore in Hawaii as it is a year-round paradise for hiking and water sports.
Aide
The re-rigging of the vessel (new wires that hold up the mast) is complete. Other help aboard involves sanding and painting and scrubbing the hull. The boat recently completed a 16,000 mile non-stop ocean voyage and can use a good cleaning and a new coat of paint inside and out.
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Hébergement
You will have a stateroom or berth (bunk) with a curtain for sleeping quarters. The vessel has an electric Head (toilet) and portable shower.
A spacious galley (kitchen) with a propane stove.
Electricity is provided by solar panels when at sea; There is charging ports available for small items like phones and tablets and small current drawing items but there is not usually power available for larger items such as laptops etc. If the sun is shining brightly all day we can charge a laptop using the ships inverter but as some days are overcast I wanted to let you know that's not always possible.
Autres infos...
The bus service on the island is very good.
There is much to explore here. The people are very friendly and laid back. It's a hiker and water-sport paradise.
Informations complémentaires
Accès Internet
Accès Internet limité
Nous avons des animaux
Nous sommes fumeurs
Familles bienvenues
Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
Deux
Nombre d'heures attendues
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week
N° de référence hôte : 282478758864
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5 oct. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Evan)
Evan. You are a truly remarkable person. Anyone who hosts you should consider themselves lucky you chose them.
You signed on for a one week voyage that turned into ninteen days at sea dodging three hurricanes!
You stood your watches without complaint through all kinds of weather and conditions.
You worked hard getting the vessel ready for the… read more
You signed on for a one week voyage that turned into ninteen days at sea dodging three hurricanes!
You stood your watches without complaint through all kinds of weather and conditions.
You worked hard getting the vessel ready for the… read more
(Excellent
)
4 oct. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Evan) pour l'hôte
This experience with Don was very impactful for me. I spent about a month in total living on Ishi with Don and it will be an unforgettable experience for the rest of my life. This was my first time ever stepping foot on a sailboat and I learned so much. From sailing and rigging, to DIY building and sanding projects, to boat and engine mechanics.… read more
11 août 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Lucas)
Lucas!
It was a pleasure hosting you.
You're strong work ethic helped to move the project forward. All the sanding you did on the hull was hard work and you got right after and got it done.
No mater how challenging the conditions were at sea, you were always smiling and had a positive attitude. We had some long passages in challenging conditions… read more
It was a pleasure hosting you.
You're strong work ethic helped to move the project forward. All the sanding you did on the hull was hard work and you got right after and got it done.
No mater how challenging the conditions were at sea, you were always smiling and had a positive attitude. We had some long passages in challenging conditions… read more
(Excellent
)
10 août 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Lucas) pour l'hôte
It's difficult to describe such an Experience in words but one thing is for sure, this workaday changes your view on life and people. It's an experience you will never forget. Don is an amazing guy who you can really trust. As many people say, he lived the life of five people and I can stand behind that statement. He has enough stories to tell and… read more
21 mai 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Galileo)
Luffy (Galileo); From day 1 you're attitude was positive and amazing. The double hull hawaain canoe that transported you and the others to the yacht was getting swamped with waves and you arrived soaking wet and laughing about the experience.
Nobody can match you're positive energy and we-can-do-it attitude.
You were aboard for three months and… read more
Nobody can match you're positive energy and we-can-do-it attitude.
You were aboard for three months and… read more
(Excellent
)
16 mai 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Galileo) pour l'hôte
How can I describe in words this incredible experience with Captain Don, he is a man full of knowledge with a huge heart, he taught me so many things during my stay, discovered new horizons and changed my life forever in the best sense possible, how can you not fall in love with navigation when Don explains its history and adventures to you. He… read more
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Échange culturel:
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(5.0)
5 oct. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Evan)
Evan. You are a truly remarkable person. Anyone who hosts you should consider themselves lucky you chose them.
You signed on for a one week voyage that turned into ninteen days at sea dodging three hurricanes!
You stood your watches without complaint through all kinds of weather and conditions.
You worked hard getting the vessel ready for the… read more
You signed on for a one week voyage that turned into ninteen days at sea dodging three hurricanes!
You stood your watches without complaint through all kinds of weather and conditions.
You worked hard getting the vessel ready for the… read more
(Excellent)
4 oct. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Evan) pour l'hôte
This experience with Don was very impactful for me. I spent about a month in total living on Ishi with Don and it will be an unforgettable experience for the rest of my life. This was my first time ever stepping foot on a sailboat and I learned so much. From sailing and rigging, to DIY building and sanding projects, to boat and engine mechanics.… read more
11 août 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Lucas)
Lucas!
It was a pleasure hosting you.
You're strong work ethic helped to move the project forward. All the sanding you did on the hull was hard work and you got right after and got it done.
No mater how challenging the conditions were at sea, you were always smiling and had a positive attitude. We had some long passages in challenging conditions… read more
It was a pleasure hosting you.
You're strong work ethic helped to move the project forward. All the sanding you did on the hull was hard work and you got right after and got it done.
No mater how challenging the conditions were at sea, you were always smiling and had a positive attitude. We had some long passages in challenging conditions… read more
(Excellent)
10 août 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Lucas) pour l'hôte
It's difficult to describe such an Experience in words but one thing is for sure, this workaday changes your view on life and people. It's an experience you will never forget. Don is an amazing guy who you can really trust. As many people say, he lived the life of five people and I can stand behind that statement. He has enough stories to tell and… read more
21 mai 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Galileo)
Luffy (Galileo); From day 1 you're attitude was positive and amazing. The double hull hawaain canoe that transported you and the others to the yacht was getting swamped with waves and you arrived soaking wet and laughing about the experience.
Nobody can match you're positive energy and we-can-do-it attitude.
You were aboard for three months and… read more
Nobody can match you're positive energy and we-can-do-it attitude.
You were aboard for three months and… read more
(Excellent)
16 mai 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Galileo) pour l'hôte
How can I describe in words this incredible experience with Captain Don, he is a man full of knowledge with a huge heart, he taught me so many things during my stay, discovered new horizons and changed my life forever in the best sense possible, how can you not fall in love with navigation when Don explains its history and adventures to you. He… read more
21 mars 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (David )
DJ! Where to begin....you are an amazing person and anyone that hosts you will be better for it.
You arrived during some bad weather and helped keep Ishi safe. You almost singlehandedly cleaned the entire hull spending long hours underwater. An amazing feat of perseverance and a strong work ethic that was much appreciated. We enjoyed your skills… read more
You arrived during some bad weather and helped keep Ishi safe. You almost singlehandedly cleaned the entire hull spending long hours underwater. An amazing feat of perseverance and a strong work ethic that was much appreciated. We enjoyed your skills… read more
(Excellent)
21 mars 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alberto)
Alberto! Thanks so much for crewing aboard Ishi. Your positive attitude and willingness to jump in and get things done helped move the project forward. And what a cook! I had no idea I was making pasta wrong all my life until you made an authentic Italian pasta for us. It was amazing, so delicious.
We really enjoyed working with you and exploring… read more
We really enjoyed working with you and exploring… read more
(Excellent)
28 janv. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Alberto) pour l'hôte
The two weeks I have spent aboard Ishi with Don have been amazing.
Captain Don is an extremely good hearted person, good comunicator and he is always trying to make everyone comfortable on his boat, he is also very knowledgeable and a true old school sailor.
I have to admit he is a little crazy(in a good way) so be ready for lots of different… read more
Captain Don is an extremely good hearted person, good comunicator and he is always trying to make everyone comfortable on his boat, he is also very knowledgeable and a true old school sailor.
I have to admit he is a little crazy(in a good way) so be ready for lots of different… read more
21 mars 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Mirko)
Mirko! What an amazing crew member you were.
No matter how bad the weather, you were always cheerful and helped to move the project forward using your many skills. ISHI'S rigging is now much stronger because of you.
We miss your fine cooking skills and great sense of humor. We had so much fun exploring the island with you and sailing the little… read more
No matter how bad the weather, you were always cheerful and helped to move the project forward using your many skills. ISHI'S rigging is now much stronger because of you.
We miss your fine cooking skills and great sense of humor. We had so much fun exploring the island with you and sailing the little… read more
(Excellent)
4 mars 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Mirko) pour l'hôte
Captain Don, how to describe this experience, I've been for 3 weeks in this sailboat and was a beautiful experience. A true cultural and knowledge exchange (you can really learn a lot about sailing, Don has a lot of knowledge, and it's a pleasure to listen the stories of his sailing trip in the ocean), we also had a lot of fun and time for explore… read more
24 janv. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ismael)
Miles! What an amazing guy you are!
Anyone who hosts you is privileged to have you.
An honest man who gives 100 percent in all you do.
You arrived during the season of rough waves and helped rescue other boats off the beach that ran aground during heavy weather and put in long hours to help save thier boat.
You kept going when others would have… read more
Anyone who hosts you is privileged to have you.
An honest man who gives 100 percent in all you do.
You arrived during the season of rough waves and helped rescue other boats off the beach that ran aground during heavy weather and put in long hours to help save thier boat.
You kept going when others would have… read more
(Excellent)
24 janv. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Ismael) pour l'hôte
I honestly don't know where to start... Captain Donald is a legend. I've been with him for almost 3 weeks and the truth is that they have been crazy. He's a very attentive person, with whom you can talk, always willing to learn and who knows to admit his mistakes. When it comes to fishing and sailing, he knows a lot and loves to explain and teach… read more
8 janv. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Jay) pour l'hôte
Captain Don is an excellent and generous host!
He was exceptionally communicative even when I wasn't as communicative as I should've been. He's very honest about what being aboard the Ishi is like ("it's like camping") and he makes sure that everything goes smoothly. He doesn't expect you to know anything before you arrive, about rowing, knots,… read more
He was exceptionally communicative even when I wasn't as communicative as I should've been. He's very honest about what being aboard the Ishi is like ("it's like camping") and he makes sure that everything goes smoothly. He doesn't expect you to know anything before you arrive, about rowing, knots,… read more
5 janv. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jay)
Jay it was an honor to have you aboard.
A true humanitarian who gave his shoes to a homeless person so they could get on the bus on his first day on the island. You kept a cheerful and positive attitude even when the weather turned foul and truly made everyone's day better with you're positive outlook on life and your unwavering enthusiasm.
You… read more
A true humanitarian who gave his shoes to a homeless person so they could get on the bus on his first day on the island. You kept a cheerful and positive attitude even when the weather turned foul and truly made everyone's day better with you're positive outlook on life and your unwavering enthusiasm.
You… read more
(Excellent)
1 janv. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Neo & Rouven)
Neo & Rouven! Where to begin.....
Two of the best workawayers I've had by far. Polite, clean, always willing to jump in and lend a hand without being asked.
We had so many laughs and good times while exploring the island and refitting the vessel. Even when the weather got rough they took it in stride and made the best out of every situation. I… read more
Two of the best workawayers I've had by far. Polite, clean, always willing to jump in and lend a hand without being asked.
We had so many laughs and good times while exploring the island and refitting the vessel. Even when the weather got rough they took it in stride and made the best out of every situation. I… read more
(Excellent)
1 janv. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Neo & Rouven) pour l'hôte
Don, we are so thankful...
We had so many crazy experiences with Captain Don. He truly was our local tour guide! We saw so many cool stuff and learnt a lot about the history of the island, lava and all the hidden gems of this beautiful island. He is an amazing cook, his food was always delicious. He is just a really kind soul and has a really good… read more
We had so many crazy experiences with Captain Don. He truly was our local tour guide! We saw so many cool stuff and learnt a lot about the history of the island, lava and all the hidden gems of this beautiful island. He is an amazing cook, his food was always delicious. He is just a really kind soul and has a really good… read more
21 sept. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Remington )
Remington, Your kind and pleasant nature was evident from the start. Greeting us with a cheerful good morning everyday even for the two weeks prior to your arrival and after you moved on.
When faced with adversity, whether it was a grueling hike up the volcano in the 30 degree rarefied air, exploring lava tubes deep underground , or hiking across… read more
When faced with adversity, whether it was a grueling hike up the volcano in the 30 degree rarefied air, exploring lava tubes deep underground , or hiking across… read more
(Excellent)
7 sept. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Remington ) pour l'hôte
Don! I am super grateful for giving me this opportunity. You helped me learn many life lessons and improve my skills of mine. Don your a well-versed person in many trades, he also is a very warm hearted man that cares for others. Every day that I was aboard Ishi, Don taught me many things in life. I learned more about myself and others than I have… read more
21 sept. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Luis) pour l'hôte
Don...i really have not enough words to describe the amazing four weeks I had on your beautiful boat. We both got more than along with eachother. It's funny how I traveled on the other side of the world just to find an amazing person, I can share the same humour with and having controvery, but respecting debates with and talk about actually… read more
30 juin 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Yosef)
Yosef was a pleasure to have aboard.
He put in long hours getting the boat ready for a serious channel crossing and did so cheerfully, Even when the work was tough. His positive attitude and cheerful nature helped keep the crew moral high when sailing across the notorious kauai channel through the night. He's a man you can count on when the going… read more
He put in long hours getting the boat ready for a serious channel crossing and did so cheerfully, Even when the work was tough. His positive attitude and cheerful nature helped keep the crew moral high when sailing across the notorious kauai channel through the night. He's a man you can count on when the going… read more
(Excellent)
13 juin 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Yosef) pour l'hôte
Captain Don is truly a master in his craft. You won't meet a person more knowledgeable in sailing and in boats, who is so generous and eager to teach you everything he knows. Don knows just about everything there is to do with all sorts of trades. Electrician, mechanic, plumber you name it, I'm not joking, Don knows and he can teach you. You will… read more
3 juin 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Patricia & Alex) pour l'hôte
I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Don was a terrific workaway host and a pleasure to get to know. Through his mentorship I learned so much about sailing and mechanics in general. He has a lifetime of sailing experience and is happy to pass on his knowledge to others. Furthermore, Don genuinely cares about all crew aboard his sailboat… read more
30 mai 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Patricia & Alex)
Alex was an outstanding guest.
Always willing to do more then was asked of him.
We put in some long hours getting the sailboat ready for an offshore passage and without his unwavering enthusiasm it would not have been possible.
I highly recommend him for any position.
His calm and polite demeanor makes him a pleasure to work with. We miss him now… read more
Always willing to do more then was asked of him.
We put in some long hours getting the sailboat ready for an offshore passage and without his unwavering enthusiasm it would not have been possible.
I highly recommend him for any position.
His calm and polite demeanor makes him a pleasure to work with. We miss him now… read more
(Excellent)
7 mai 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Afonso & Stéphanie) pour l'hôte
Don was an amazing host. He knows so much about boats and sailing and he is always ready to share his knowledge. He showed us beautiful places and we also learnt a lot about Oahu and the hawaian culture. We spent a great time aboard and the kids loved him. Thank you Don !
6 mai 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Afonso & Stéphanie)
It was a great pleasure to have this family aboard. The children were the most polite and well behaved kids I have met. A testament to the parents good nature and excellent parenting skills. Everyone pitched in to help move my project along and the help was greatly appreciated.
Every moment was filled with laughter and joy. I am going to miss… read more
Every moment was filled with laughter and joy. I am going to miss… read more
(Excellent)
