Barbara

Germany
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Travel information
I am currently
At home
My next destination:
Australia - from Mar 2026 until Mar 2026
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Description
Hello! I’m Barbara, a 48-year-old German.

For me, Workaway is the perfect way to get to know new countries and people. I enjoy working—especially outdoors—and I am self-motivated and not afraid to work independently. I love interacting with people, but I also value privacy and solitude at times.

I grew up on an organic dairy farm with lots of cows, chickens, dogs, and cats, and I care deeply about animals. I’m comfortable handling agricultural machinery such as tractors, ATVs, and, of course, trimmers and other tools.

At the moment, I work as an electrical technician in climate science, so I can also help with small installations and technical tasks. I’m always enthusiastic about learning new things and especially enjoy physical work outdoors.
Interests
Books
Water sports
Van life
Sustainability
Politics / Social justice
Plant care
Pets
Outdoor activities
Nature
Music
Mountain
Languages
LGBTQ
Hiking
Gardening
Farming
DIY & crafts
Cycling
Camping
Animals
Beach
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner
Russian: Beginner
More details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Eco Projects
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Life at a Farmstay
Helping around the house
Animal Care
More details about your skills
skilled electronic worker - able to replace switches, sockets, lamps, cables etc.
farmwork - able to use agriculture machines and take care of animals
Age
49
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  no
- Special dietary requirements
  no

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15 Mar 2026

Left by host (Learning about other cultures ...) for Workawayer ()

Barbara came to stay for only one short week- way too short because she was a fabulous guest. She is very positive and caring.
Lovely company, easy going, clean and tidy. She was very flexible and always willing to help. We did some weeding and repaired some stone waterways.Her English is excellent and I would highly recommend her to anyone.
Hope… read more

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19 Jul 2025

Left by host (Enjoy a stay on my private ...) for Workawayer ()

Barbara has been so amazing as a workawayer. She is very observant and respectful and was able to work completely independently . Barbara is very self motivated and I loved how well she got along with my dogs as well. She left the cabin in excellent condition for the next person. Barbara was a joy to have here on my farm. I will miss her!

(Excellent )

17 Jul 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Enjoy a stay on my private ...)

I just spent three weeks living and working on Ellen’s beautiful ranch, and it was wonderful. I was able to organize my work independently and enjoyed a variety of tasks, such as chopping firewood, setting up a tent shelter, maintaining electric fences, raking the horse arena, weeding, cleaning the house, and playing with the super lovely dogs.… read more

(Excellent )

16 Jan 2024

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Whaoo, this week was one of the best workaway weeks we had
Because Barbara is so nice to be with.
All week was a delight.
Always in a good mood, and technically also very handy.
A very relaxed week.
Thank you for coming to stay with us.
Raymond and Olga

(Excellent )

16 Jan 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help us with gardening & ...)

I had a fantastic week with Olga and Raymond. I did not often in my live sleep so good as in their caravan. It was so quiet and with the fresh air. Perfect. Also the food, Olga cooked was amazing, everything fresh, organic and very tasty. Thank you. The first days we finished covering a room with wood panels and the following days i did a little… read more

(Excellent )

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