Louise

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Description

Hi! I’m Louise from Belgium, currently on an exchange semester in Viña del Mar, Chile. I feel most myself outdoors, muddy boots, sunrise air, animals to care for, and projects that help people. I’m outgoing, upbeat, and warm, and I bring steady, positive energy. I love simple living, early mornings, and being useful with both hands and heart. This will be my first Workaway, but I have plenty of volunteering behind me: an ecolodge in Tibet, English tutoring for kids in China, and time at a dog shelter experience that taught me patience, care, and consistency. My Spanish is basic, and I’m excited to fully immerse to improve every day.

What I’m looking for
A three-week, fee-free exchange in January 2026 (anytime 3–31 Jan) with a small ecolodge, farm, or homestay close to nature. I’m hoping for a bed + 3 meals/day, clear tasks, teamwork, and space to practice Spanish daily while doing hands-on outdoor/animal-care work and helping where needed. If this resonates, I’d love to connect and see how I can contribute to your land and community.

Interests

Self development

Sustainability

Pets

Culture

Farming

Charity work

Art & design

Plant care

DIY & crafts

Books

Music

Writing

Animals

Hitchhiking

Drawing & painting

Photography

Languages

Gardening

Cooking & food

Blogging

Team sports

Yoga / Wellness

Beach

Camping

Fitness

Nature

Mountain

Outdoor activities

Hiking

Adventure sports

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
Chinese (Mandarin): Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate

More details about my language interests
Teaching & languages: can teach English / French / Chinese / Dutch (Flemish); informal staff mini-trainings (service basics, Instagram 101).

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Charity Work

Languages

Art Projects

Eco Projects

Gardening

DIY and building projects

Life at a Farmstay

Animal Care

Teaching

Creating/ Cooking family meals

General Maintenance

Helping around the house

Hospitality/Tourism

Helping with Computers/ Internet

House & pet sitting

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Some knowledge of:  

Babysitting and creative play

More details about your skills

I’m in my 3rd year of a Bachelor in Economics & Business, so I’m organized, reliable with schedules and budgets, and comfortable with Excel/Google Sheets, presentations, and clear communication. Beyond the desk, I’m practical, outdoorsy, and love hands-on work.

- Farm & garden: seed starting, transplanting, compost/vermicompost, mulching & weed control, basic irrigation checks (drip/hoses), greenhouse basics, harvest & post-harvest care.
- Animal care: daily feed/water routines, bedding/coop cleaning, egg handling; experience from volunteering at a dog shelter (calm, kind handling).
-Cooking & kitchen: healthy, simple meals for groups, seasonal menu ideas, food prep & hygiene, low-waste habits, basic preserves/ferments.
-Hospitality & guest vibe: reception basics, check-in/out, breakfast setup, giving farm walks, hikes/bike tours, bonfire evenings; friendly, welcoming presence.
-Activities & movement: can lead informal HIIT, pilates, morning runs, stretch sessions; strong stamina for full outdoor days.
-Ops & admin: manage small shifts/teams, answer inbox/WhatsApp, keep calendars/OTAs tidy, write quick SOP one-pagers, do simple safety/first-aid checks.
-Teaching & languages: can teach English / French / Chinese / Dutch (Flemish); informal staff mini-trainings (service basics, Instagram 101).
-Web, design & social: build/refresh simple sites (Wix/Squarespace/WordPress), light HTML/CSS edits, Google Business & basic SEO, Canva menus/signage, reels/photos/captions, content calendars, DMs.
-DIY & maintenance: painting, sanding, small fixes, trail clean-ups, tool care.

Age

21

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