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Travelling
Description
Hi, I'm Dan
I was born in South Africa, but have lived in the UK for the past 12 years. I'm 28 and very recently quit my job in geospatial technology with the hope of being able to explore alternative ways of living through Workaway and travel until my savings run out.
I'm especially interested in experiences offering the opportunity to learn in the areas of biodiversity, forestry, farming and permaculture. However, I'm open to helping in any way and very keen to learn!
I've loved visiting new countries and meeting new people for many years and have had the dream to travel full time ever since my first trip abroad. The time has never quite seemed right though, either because of studying, work or finances tying me to one place.
Now in early 2025, I've finally made the time right and simply want to live a life as full as possible of experiences, travelling and uncertainty. I look forward to meeting you along the way!
Interests
Winter sports
Technology
Carpentry
History
Plant care
Van life
Sustainability
Self development
Fitness
Culture
Hiking
Nature
Videography
Yoga / Wellness
Outdoor activities
Farming
Languages
Gardening
Mountain
Cooking & food
Books
Camping
Beach
Animals
Adventure sports
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Afrikaans: Beginner
German: Beginner
Italian: Beginner
Portuguese: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
I love learning languages and try my best to be able to converse a little with locals in their own language in whichever place I'm in. I'm keen to share English language skills if you'd like, and especially keen to learn German, Portuguese, Arabic and Italian.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Languages
Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Life at a Farmstay
Helping around the house
General Maintenance
House sitting
Animal Care
Some knowledge of:
Hospitality/Tourism
Helping with Computers/ Internet
More details about your skills
Professional: Making maps (GIS), working with geospatial data (point clouds, creating 3D models), photogrammetry and generally working with and analysing data from drones and satellites. I know how to use the tools and have the knowledge to create 3D models of buildings and landscapes from drone imagery and use that to analyse urban/natural environments. I have an advanced drone pilot's license which is valid in the UK (GVC qualification).
BSc: Studying geography has given me a broad general knowledge of the natural world in several fields such as ecology, archaeology, sustainability and others. I'd like to consider myself a quick and enthusiastic learner of most skills related to the natural environment, although without a strong knowledge in any particular area.
MSc: I currently study Statistics with Data Science.
Age
29
What else ...
I generally love learning in all forms, especially regarding the natural world, archaeology/history, economics, languages and maps, so I am always keen to hear and share knowledge in these areas.
One other thing to mention is that I currently study a master's degree remotely and part-time, but this can be done flexibly during any hours/days of the week.
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