Learn about our Indigenous traditions and cultural history near Wallaga Lake, NSW, Australia

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  Description

  Hi Dan here, I live on the south coast NSW at a place called Wallaga Lake, a rural area is known for natural landscape beauty of golden sand beaches and isolated coastal estuaries. having an Indigenous ancestral connection to these lands through my father I feel a connection of cultural responsibility to care for and protect these beautiful landscapes of the Southern Yuin Nation and the unique wildlife that depend on apron these ecosystems
  
    I've worked in many different roles over the years, all within the environment field, mostly with different government organisations and non for profit Aboriginal organizations, been a Field Ranger for both National Parks and Marine Parks,  A community liaison and support worker , delivered projects that protect threatened species and their  habitat,  projects that creating awareness of  anthropologic events and the importance of sacred Indigenous sites but now I enjoy just working for myself,
  
  I specialise in traditional land management through the use of fire; it’s a complex but gentle approach with fire based on precise timing. This method has a holistic outcome that enhances and protects ecosystems and habitats within the Australian landscape. The fire travels across the land like water and has an opposite effect to the terrifying destructive fires that we see today. This fire regime was practiced across Australian landscape systems for thousands of years before colonization evolving together forest systems and the people as well as all living beings with a positive holistic outcome It was the way we managed and protected the unique wildlife and ecosystems that they depend on.  For many years now I've been an advocate to reintroduce this important landscape management system back into communities and government systems so that its practice regularly across all of Australia. 
  
  As humans i believe we all have so much to learn from nature, though connection and watching how it works with all it unique symbiotic relationships and patterns within each country type or ecosystem, A knowledge system that's  right in front of us holding all the answers waiting to be unlocked through the ability of knowing how to read landscapes again
  
  I'm a friendly person with an open mind. I find it interesting to meet people with different life experiences and lifestyles. I like to learn from deep conversations that make me view from different perspectives, having both Black and White Australian hermitage from my parents, that at times in my younger years felt as if walking in-between two different worlds ,has differently shaped me into the person i am today establishing  the  connection and  care  for nature and the ocean  that  feels like I belong .
  
  My house is 100m walk to Camel Rock beach and not far from Horse Head Rock and Wallaga lake (all three areas are in my profile photos) .All popular for photography, I also have a bush property  located in in the forest near a sacred mountain about a 30 minute drive from Wallaga Lake where I'm renovating an old school bus that soon will be my home ,  another beautiful area with lots of different wildlife, a freshwater river flows alongside the property that has a deep-water hole, great area for meditation or swimming , although water temp can be refreshing as its spring feed from a nearby mountain, 
   I've been lucky throughout my and I’m grateful for what life has given me, I’m happy to share this with travellers who appreciate and respect the beauty of nature and Indigenous Australian cultural
  
  I’ve lived near the ocean for most of my life and I'm comfortable at reading and knowing the ocean.  If surfing or learning how to is a passion of yours then Camel Rock beach is a good all-round beach whether you're a beginner or an experienced surfer. For those who are familiar with surfing then camel rock can differently turn on now and then, at a bit over head height the water can get heavy so it can be a difficult paddle at times, being sand dependent and having a big tidal influence it often changes quickly which makes it difficult at times to read and can become frustrating at times but all around it’s a fairly consistent surf break being a beginner or more experience surfer. I, I enjoy exploring the coastline and all ocean activities, i hold a deep respect and appreciation towards the ocean as its taught me many things over the years and will continue too
  
  I will always be respectful and create a comfortable safe space for workaway guest. I'm not the best at planning, organising or routine structures so daily chore list with certain number of hours can sometimes be not clearly communicated , I theses situation i like when guest take on incentive and find jobs that need doing as there are something that need to be done around the house, If you're a person who prefer a job list then let me know and we can work on planning a list together with your preferred skills

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Projets artistiques

  Pratique d’une langue

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Enseignement

  Jardinage d'entretien

  Projets DIY créatifs

  Cuisine/repas pour la famille

  Aide à la maison

  Petits travaux d'entretien

  Aide informatique/internet
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Sports nautiques

  

  Sports d'aventure

  

  Musique

  

  Histoire

  

  Dessin et peinture

  

  Art et design

  

  Montagne

  

  Astronomie

  

  Camping

  

  Dev. personnel

  

  Dev. durable

  

  Culture

  

  Bricolage / artisanat

  

  Jardinage

  

  Photographie

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Animaux

  

  Yoga / bien-être

  

  Activités en plein air

  

  Voile / bateau

  

  Nature

  

  Randonnée

  

  Plage
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  I can share knowledge of the local culture and traditional land practice and different local landscapes / eco systems patterns and relationships with certain wildlife that are dependent or belong to that particular system. I also believe the each person depending on there personality also have a particular landscape that they belong too depending on there personality traits giving responsibility and care through connection to a certain landscape that simultaneously relate
  
  I can explain to a in depth knowledge about both fire forest management system as well as the differences between western ( hazard reduction) and traditional methods and can explain both of the holistic outcome achieved
  
  Depending on time of year and the season I can teach a little about different native plants, foods and uses . also gathering traditional sea foods
  
  If you're interested in surfing, i can teach and give lessons to at a beginner level. I have a suitable board for those just starting for those who know how to surf i also have a heap of super light weight boards thst I'm not quite fit enough to surf on anymore due to padding. also teach other ocean and beach activities fishing, sailing, snorkelling
  
  I enjoy the social aspects that workaway has to offer. I enjoy learning from guests as much as I enjoy teaching, I’m always up for learning something new either through practical experience or by engaging through in-depth conversations.
  
  I have interest to learn and practising consistently yoga, meditation ,and Pilates

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  Aide

  I need help with general house maintenance
  cooking,
  gardening
  Organising
  General house maintenance also a few
  building projects , such as
  stair case,
  fence
  renovating a school bus into a future home, this involves mostly interior layout and design. In the near future I also plan to build a small living area off the bus from a combination of recycled materials I’ve been collecting over the years with bush materials from the surrounding forest

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  Langues parlées

  Anglais: Courant

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  Hébergement

  My house is quite spacious with a veranda. I live alone with no pets at the moment , Guest have privacy of their own room , the rest of the house is shared. There are plenty of places for privacy to relax and have some quiet time Food can be supplied depending on the type of arrangement, Im easy going so I'm happy to Negotiate. I can sometimes accommodate two guests when traveling together depending on situation

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  Autres infos...

  Visitors in their spare time can enjoy exploring beautiful beaches, coast line and nature that is area has to offer The area where I live has spectacular beauty but is also limited by transport.

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  Informations complémentaires

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    Accès Internet

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    Accès Internet limité

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    Nous avons des animaux

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    Nous sommes fumeurs

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    Familles bienvenues

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  I could do a small camper van but my place is limited with space . A campervan. probably wouldn’t make it to the block of land in wet conditions

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Deux

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