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Travelling
Description
Hai there! I am Mathilde, a Dutch Forest and Nature Conservation student and full-time nature lover. I love learning things and developing new skills, and thus I am always up for a new challenge. Friends have described me as being 'chill' and stressfree, being easy to please. I have a background in Physics and Astronomy and I am up to talk to whomever is interested in good conversations about this, nature conservation or anything else. Besides my study I like to spend time outdoors and drawing/painting. I am into yoga, hiking and cycling, or just spending time with good people and good food -preferably around a campfire of course. I now a bit about gardening and forestry work, but I am also open to learn new things, such as ecobuilding or carpentry.
Previously, I have spend a year studying in Singapore, whilst at the same time taking time to travel to new countries and getting to local people and their culture. I have had the greatest experiences doing WorkAway there, and now I am eager to also experience Europe in the same way. I have worked on farms in Japan and Malaysia, where I learned about permaculture. Besides this, I have spend time in Buddhist monastery in Taiwan. This experience has been amazing. Not only did we learn about buddhism, mindfull living and meditation, I also met some of the most inspiring and interesting people.
Interests
MountainNatureCampingYoga / WellnessOutdoor activitiesHikingFarmingGardeningCarpentrySustainabilityAnimalsDrawing & paintingAstronomyVegetarian or veganCultureSelf developmentPlant care
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Animal Care
Charity Work
Art Projects
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
Language practice
Teaching
More details about your skills
Because if have always lived in the Netherlands, I'm fluent in Dutch. Luckily my English level is more than decent as well. I am currently studying forest and nature conservation and I thus have some knowledge on ecosystem functioning. I know a bit about gardening and permaculture. Besides this, I studied physics and astronomy and have taught both as a tutor and as a teacher before, mostly in physics and mathematics related areas.
I would love to learn in the areas of animal and plant care, and about carpentry and building in general, since I have a secret dream of building my own house.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
German: Beginner
Spanish: Beginner
French: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
I am a native Dutch speaker and just started learning Spanish. I am still a complete beginner and I am looking for a buddy who wants to learn Dutch.
Age
22
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
I usually eat vegan, but will be flexible when traveling.
Feedback
Although this monastery is far from the peaceful and calm place I expected it to be, I did enjoy my time here. However, if you are… read more
we appreciate your help. even though you are not used to be it, you cutted grass, specially that hot summer time, and feed goats. we were for sure glad to talk with you, because the conversation with you was thoughtful.
we are happy to welcome you anytime.
thank you!
The family is incredibly welcoming, and there have been plenty of other volunteers… read more
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Feedback
Although this monastery is far from the peaceful and calm place I expected it to be, I did enjoy my time here. However, if you are… read more
we appreciate your help. even though you are not used to be it, you cutted grass, specially that hot summer time, and feed goats. we were for sure glad to talk with you, because the conversation with you was thoughtful.
we are happy to welcome you anytime.
thank you!
The family is incredibly welcoming, and there have been plenty of other volunteers… read more