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Returning to Vancouver Island for 2 weeks in November
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Hi! My name is Martin and I am a 40 year-old expat from Hamburg, Germany, living on Vancouver Island. I work as an expedition guide all over the globe, from the polar regions of the Arctic and Antarctica to the Tropics, and spend most of my free time between contracts travelling and exploring. Before moving to Canada I used to work in the marketing and advertising industry but got tired of the rat race and decided to pursue a simpler lifestyle instead. Nature is my happy place and I love the ocean as much as the mountains and forests. I try to lead healthy and active lifestyle with lots of physical exercise and a balanced diet. Growing up in Europe I learned a lot about city life, history, art, and culture. Having moved to Canada I am now trying to learn more about nature, outdoorsmanship, and self sustainability. I am a very curious person and like to learn new skills, explore unknown places, and experience different lifestyles. Canada is an incredibly beautiful country and despite the fact I have been here for more than 10 years I have hardly seen anything at all. I would love to get to know more and experience the different lifestyles that make this place and its people so wonderful and unique. Because of the nature of my work I currently do not have a fixed address and prefer travelling around Canada as a WorkAway Helper.
Interesses
AutodesenvolvimentoFotografiaMúsicaFitnessLivrosPraiaMontanhasFazendaYoga/bem-estarEsportes de invernoEsportes aquáticosVelejar/navegarAtividades ao ar livreNaturalezaCaminhadaCulturaCampingAnimaisEsportes de aventuraIdiomas
Alemão: Fluente
Inglês: Fluente
Espanhol: Iniciante
Francês: InicianteHabilidades e conhecimento para compartilhar ou aprender
Tenho interesse em:
Projetos ambientais
Conhecimento de:
Jardinagem
Projetos de construção/faça você mesmo
Manutenção geral
Vida na fazenda
Ajuda a cuidar da casa
Cuidar de animais
Hotelaria/turismo
Ajuda com computadores/internet
Quais são suas habilidades?
I like to think that I am good at communicating and dealing with people, and I have always worked in a professional environment with a strong focus on customer service. I speak multiple languages and am able to interact with people from a variety of culturural backgrounds. The logic side of my brain is definitely my strong suit and I am good at organization, administration, and problem solving. Thanks to my university degree and career background in business and marketing I can offer a variety of skills from the business world including calculations, presentations, and communication strategy. I am fit and healthy and capable of quickly acquainting myself with new tools, projects, skill sets, and work environments. I definitely work better with specific instructions ("paint the wall blue" rather than "make it pretty") but am a very quick learner and do not require a lot of supervision. Due to my job as a guide I am well acquainted with the marine environment and handling of heavy and expensive machinery. I have dabbled quite a bit in construction and carpentry and have been helping friends to build cabins and a float home. I have also helped out on farms before and am very comfortable in caring for animals. Given the choice I would love to learn more skills that relate to a life off the grid and in closer connection with nature.
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To me WorkAway is a great platform to experience different places, cultures, and lifestyles beyond the superficial level of being a visitor. I like to see how other people live and answer the fundamental question of what it means to be human and alive. I like to share what I can give and learn from others. I don't expect this to be a holiday but an experience and am happy to pull my weight. I do not take your trust, generosity or kindness for granted and will care very much about you, your home, your family, your animals, and/or your business like they were my own. I am new to WorkAway but have participated in volunteer work through Help Exchange before.
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Fumante
Carteira de motorista
Alergias
Some cats (there seems to be no consistency at all), some plants (typically early summer)Dietas especiais
I am pretty flexible in my diet and always try to adapt to the local cuisine. I will try everything at least once but definitely have a profound love for fruit, veggies, bread and cheese. Given the choice I prefer to eat local, organic, and wild catch.