Jonathan

Netherlands
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I am currently
At home
My next destination:
Germany - from Aug 2025 until Sep 2025
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Description
I've had this cottagecore fantasy of getting away from society and becoming self-sufficient for quite some time, but I think this would be much more fun with some like-minded people. To orient myself on this lifestyle I'd love to visit different ecological/permaculture farms, gardens, and alternative living communities to gain inspiration and improve my practical skills :)

I am a curious and open-minded person and I tend to switch between hobbies quite a lot, but in general i like the following categories:

Sports (I have done lots of rollerblading, yoga, weightlifting, aikido, and calisthenics)

Nature (going on hikes or cycling in the forests or mountains, wild and zoo animals)

Spirituality (learning about buddhism/hinduism, practicing meditation and yoga)

Music (many different genres, but recently into contemporary indie and/or experimental trance stuff)

Visual arts (watching films, visiting musea, drawing mandalas) and performance arts (visiting and performing theatre plays, concerts, open mic poetry)

Games (both online and boardgames)

Reading books (mainly fantasy and science-fiction, but also some philosophy and literature).

I get the most joy from sharing these experiences and ideas with other people, and I'd love to see new things!
Interests
Mountain
History
Plant care
Movies & TV
Sustainability
Writing
Politics / Social justice
Yoga / Wellness
Vegetarian or vegan
Self development
Outdoor activities
Performing arts
Nature
Farming
Fitness
Gardening
Hiking
Music
Events & social
Drawing & painting
Dancing
Cycling
Culture
Books
Carpentry
Cooking & food
Charity work
Art & design
Animals
Adventure sports
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
German: Intermediate
Spanish: Beginner
French: Beginner
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Life at a Farmstay
Animal Care
Art Projects
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
Teaching
Hospitality/Tourism
Helping around the house
Eco Projects
Charity Work
Languages
Able to teach about:
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Creating/ Cooking family meals
More details about your skills
I'd say I am a decent cook, with a preference for simple but tasty and nutritious meals. Over the years I've had part-time jobs at multiple cafes and restaurants and volunteered at my local 'green kitchen' where we cook vegan meals using leftover vegetables from the market that would be thrown away otherwise.

I don't have extensive experience with craftsmanship, but I have assembled plenty of IKEA furniture and helped to sand and paint some windows at a previous workaway. Furthermore, I have helped in the garden at my previous workaways doing a variety of stuff including planting, harvesting, making compost, preserving fruits and vegetables, mulching, weeding, and using a variety of tools. I pick up handy work quite fast :) I am also in decent shape and happy to help with any physical labor.

My major professional experiences have come from my Master's degree in chemistry and Science Communication and Society. During this time I have done three internships at different labs and companies. I don't expect this to be very applicable knowledge, but if you are curious about these topics I will gladly tell you about my experience :). In general, I am quite passionate about everything science and I have tutored high school students in these topics.

I have also helped organise an introduction camp for 50 people at my student's association and performed an amateur theatre play here. Furthermore, I have lead a series of guided meditations at the local student wellbeing centre loosely following the buddhist brahmavihārās.
Age
24
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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16 Jun 2024

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Thank you so much for your enthusiatic and positive attitude when you were with us. Best wishes for your journey in life. We would love to host you back here one day

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28 May 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Arboretum and forest ...)

I had a lovely time here :) the property is located on a beautiful hill in the middle of nature and I slept in a cute caravan with a heater. The house and shared kitchen are comfortable with everything you need and I enjoyed playing the guitar here and taking an outside bath. I was here together with quite a few other workawayers (up to 6 At a… read more

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6 Jun 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Conservation eco-sanctuary in ...)

I had an amazing time here! From the moment we arrived I was impressed by the beauty of the forest property. Nige and Mish are super knowledgeable and passionate people and it was a joy to learn how they transformed the land in the 4 short years that they have been there. Their enthusiasm deepened my appreciation for the native plants and birdlife… read more

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29 May 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Sustainable living centre in ...)

I had an amazing time at the community gardens :) There is such a peaceful atmosphere on the property and we were very warmly welcomed by the people running the program. The work was varied and not too hard, we spent lots of time outside in the gardens helping with the Harvest, planting, making compost, and even cooking food to prepare for the… read more

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16 Jun 2024

Left by host (Arboretum and forest ...) for Workawayer ()

Thank you so much for your enthusiatic and positive attitude when you were with us. Best wishes for your journey in life. We would love to host you back here one day

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28 May 2024

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6 Jun 2024

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29 May 2024

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12 Mar 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help with DIY on my pretty ...)

I stayed with Sylvia for a lovely 10 days! She lives on a beautiful large property in a quiet area, so there is plenty of space to relax! Although with the 3 lively dogs and 2 cats there is always something going on. I spent lots of time cuddling with the dogs, who are very sweet :)

The work is very fair and nicely varied! I spent a few days… read more

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7 Mar 2024

Left by host (Help with DIY on my pretty ...) for Workawayer ()

I hosted Johnathon for about 10 days, I can honestly say he is very easy to have around and an extremely hard worker. Very capable and happy to do any jobs that were needing done. It was a pleasure to have him here. He did not have much experience with dogs but soon got the hang of my demanding crew and was great with them!!! Would be happy to… read more

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14 Feb 2024

Left by host (Helping out on a property in ...) for Workawayer ()

Jonathan was a pleasure to have in my home and helping me with garden maintenance, trimming shrubs and some arborist tasks, removing large branches from trees. He managed the equipment well and did a sterling job. I loved his conversation at mealtimes and in the evening as he has studied well and could enlighten me on many things.
Jonathan is a… read more

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14 Feb 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Helping out on a property in ...)

I stayed with Leah for 3 nights and I very much enjoyed my stay! I had a comfortable room in a lovely house with a beautiful large garden. I found the work quite fun as I got to try out trimming some bushes with the hedge trimmer and cutting off some branches off the trees. This was my first time using an electric trimmer and chainsaw but Leah… read more

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14 Feb 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help out with some jobs ...)

I had a lovely stay with John for 4 nights. He was kind enough to have a friend pick me up in invercargill and let me in his house while he was away working, and it had a very comfortable room and shower. The house is in a nice and quiet area of invercargill and there is a nice beautiful garden. I helped John clear some weeds, clean the windows,… read more

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14 Feb 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Come and share this amazing ...)

I had a wonderful time staying with Helen. I was immediately welcomed into the house by her grandson and throughout the stay I got the chance to meet many friends, family, and other workawayers coming to visit so there was always good conversation and company. The house is incredibly luxurious and beautifully situated.
The work was quite varied,… read more

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18 Jan 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join us on our urban ...)

I spent a great 11 nights with Ellen & Ricky. Ellen graciously explained the basics of the gardening tasks that I have never done before (harvesting banana, composting, mulching, weeding) and it was an absolute joy to work in the beautifully abundant garden.

They also shared with me a wealth of fresh fruit, vegetables, and honey from the garden,… read more

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