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Help out on a beautiful farmyard in a nature reserve in Dithmarschen, Germany

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    Hi, my name is Heike. I live here on my big and beautiful farmyard with my cat and sometimes a couple of bnb-guests who stay in an extra apartment next door.

    My farm is located in a nature reserve "Gieselau-valley" in Dithmarschen / Schlewig- Holstein. This is in the north of Germany - next to the Nord-Ostsee-Kanal - surrounded by beautiful nature and not far away from the North Sea (~20 minutes with the car). And if you saw enough from the countryside, Hamburg is just 90 km away and reachable by public transportation.

    The exchange we offer is very diverse, because we always have different projects running. For example: gardening in a greenhouse or just outside in the garden, making firewood, completion of a mini "roof-only house", painting and repairing various things around and inside the house, making an outside bathing place, looking after the cat, housesitting in the winter and many more... be creative ... maybe creating mosaics, building beautiful outside places, cooking tasty meals...

    You have the opportunity to learn to juggle, spit fire ... In your free time you can explore different places, exploring the nature, swimming in the north sea or just relaxing with a book in the garden.

    We are exited to meet nice people from all over the world and hopefully make some new friends! :)

    See you soon!

    Heike

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Language practice
    Teaching
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
    House sitting
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    I'd love to show you some local cooking and of cause if you are interested you can learn some german.
    My english is not perfect, but I think we will get along easily.
    I can teach you how to juggle, how to do swinging with fire tops.
    There are bikes for exploring the environment and a lot a nice places to visit around.
    Near the Northsea there is the World Natural Heritage - the Wadden Sea.
    Next to our place is the "AÖZA Albersdorf", - Stone Age-like build houses and monuments.
    Sometimes we will have big house partys with live music and nice people.

    Festivals are going to be visited like:
    - "Rock an der Eider"
    - Dragon Festival in St.Peter Ording
    - Beach partys in Büsum, St. Peter Ording
    - Frequenzen festival in Meldorf

  • Help

    Help

    What could you give us a hand with?

    - building an outdoor bathing place
    - some cleaning
    - gardening
    - making firewood
    - different projects around the house

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    German: Fluent
    English: Intermediate

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    There is a big room inside at the moment with a big cosy matress on the floor (bed is comig soon) for a single person or two friends or a couple.
    Later you can change to the only-roof house, if you like.
    You can stay in your own tent everywhere at the farm in the nature.
    Singing birds will be your alarm clock in the morning and if you are lucky you might see some deer sneaking past.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    At my area is enough place for caravans. There is a big parking place in the middle of the nature.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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A woman with long dreadlocks sits on a white horse with black spots, wearing a striped dress and brown boots, in front of a brick building.
The image depicts a serene backyard garden scene, featuring a diverse array of plants, trees, and containers, with lush greenery and a vibrant blue sky in the background.
The image shows a large tree branch lying on the ground, surrounded by a grassy area with a few trees in the background, and a body of water in the distance.
A person wearing protective gear stands behind a fallen tree, holding a chainsaw, with a pile of branches and snow-covered ground in the foreground.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting with a bathtub, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers, exuding a sense of tranquility and relaxation.
The image depicts a dog lying on a blanket in front of a wooden A-frame structure with a mosquito net and bedding inside, set against a grassy field and trees.
The image depicts a serene garden scene, featuring a tree, potted plants, and a stone pathway, set against a backdrop of lush greenery and a blue sky with white clouds.
The image depicts a spacious room with a dining table, wood-burning stove, and kitchen area, featuring wooden floors and a skylight, with a woman standing in the background.
The image depicts a broken glass mosaic on a tiled floor, showcasing a mix of brown, beige, and white tiles in a geometric pattern.
The image depicts a rustic wooden chair crafted from tree branches, situated on a lush grassy field with trees and bushes in the background.
The image depicts a weathered concrete bench with a mosaic design, featuring broken tiles and a yellow wall in the background.
The image depicts a serene forest scene with a grassy path, trees, and a hillside, evoking a sense of natural beauty and tranquility.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a stone wall, a yellow building, a green lawn, and a variety of plants and flowers, with a chair in the foreground.
A person with long hair is standing on a platform, working on the exterior of a train car that is being renovated.

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