From: Netherlands
Individual account
Germany, Greece, Ireland, Portugal, United States
01/06/2019 - 20/08/2019
I grew up on a cottage which was nestled very close to a farm in Johannesburg, South Africa - there was a stable yard filled with horses, and plenty of ducks, chickens, cows. This is where I spent most of my time up until I left South Africa when I turned 18 years old. I have been living and studying in the Netherlands ever since.
I enjoyed very much training the horses, but also taking part in the humble duties such as feeding them and grooming them. This is something I have come to miss very much, not just the contact with animals but also the way of life on the farm. I became very fond of being in that environment and participating in a host of activities - I used to help clean around the fields, lend a helping hand to riding instructors or anyone around really, and just be a source of energy and positivity for anybody / anything on the farm.
This is why I think being a work-awayer would be an absolute delight. I am very intrinsically motivated and interested in being back in nature, being in contact with good people, and generally being a good, helpful person myself.
Gardening
Babysitting / child care
Elderly Companion
General Maintenance
Cooking / shopping
Farmstay
Help with Eco project
Help in the house
Animal care
Helping with Tourists
Charity work
Art project
Teaching
As mentioned before I am very accustomed to horses - I have no problem helping with tacking up, grooming, setting up a jumping course, feeding, bathing and dressing wounds. It is an absolute pleasure to me. I am most experienced in dressage and flatwork, however enjoy jumping and have jumped up to a meter previously. Regarding groundwork, I can lunge with confidence.
I am otherwise very helpful and I think I follow instructions well - I will not have an issue with any physical labour such as in the garden or around the house. I like to stay active and busy, and I look forward to learning some things about plants and subsistence.
I have many hours of childcare experience as I used to work at a kindergarten, and also I was a full-time caretaker for a family in the Netherlands for several months. The age range I have spent the most time with is from 2yrs-14yrs.
Finally, I think I am a critical thinker and have no problem with punctuality and helping organize things.
English and Dutch.
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Finally, I follow a double degree program where I study Arts and Culture, and also fashion design. I enjoy the arts, and being creative comes naturally to me. I love to be open, and make jokes, comedy is my favorite thing.
If you would like any references please feel free to ask me.
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
I am asthmatic.
Special dietary requirements
No.
