Vanessa

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  • Travel information

    I am currently

    Travelling

    Activities i am interested in:

    Currently driving through Spain with my van - direction Portugal !

  • Description

    Hello potential Hosts !

    I'm Vanessa from Switzerland, I'm 35, actually travelling around Europe with Ted - my converted blue van !

    I'm an adventurous and energetic person with a strong work ethic and a deep love for horses and nature. I started riding when I was just three years old !

    I'm part of the Swiss Army logistics troops that works with horses (go see my photos !), so over the years, I gained extensive experience in horse care and handling. During that time, I was involved in their daily management, training, and care, and also transporting equipment on their back, fixing mountains' paths, or moving logs with their power.

    I’m now looking for a place where I can fully immerse myself in the equestrian world again !.... because, sadly, for the past 10 years, I haven’t had the opportunity for prolonged contact with horses, and I truly miss it.

    My recent job as a military observer for the United Nations has led me to travel extensively, and discover many cultures like Syria, Israël, Kashmir, Pakistan, India, Bosnia-Herzegovina and more. While this was an incredible experience, I now aspire to a more grounded lifestyle, focusing on hands-on work and reconnecting with animals and nature!

    I am eager to take part in all aspects of horse care and farm life —feeding, grooming, training, stable work, and riding—while learning new approaches to working with horses... -->> One of my biggest dreams is to discover horsemanship, as my background has been mainly in classical riding.

    If you're looking for a motivated and reliable volunteer with a good background in horses, a willingness to learn, and a passion for the outdoors, I’d love to be part of your team!

    Looking forward to meeting you and learning from your experience! 😊

  • Interests

    Pets
    Self development
    Farming
    Van life
    Languages
    Music
    Cooking & food
    Books
    Writing
    Animals
    Adventure sports
    Dancing
    Nature
    Fitness
    Yoga / Wellness
    Winter sports
    Hiking
    Mountain
    Cycling
    Camping
    Outdoor activities
  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    German: Fluent
    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent
    Italian: Intermediate
    Spanish: Beginner

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  • Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

    I'm interested in:  

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Life at a Farmstay

    Some knowledge of:  

    Animal Care
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Helping around the house
    Hospitality/Tourism
    House sitting
  • More details about your skills

    With a background in the Swiss Army, I got to experience quiet a lot of everyday outdoor handwork under pressure and any meteo... so I really enjoy physical labor and being outside (but without too much pressure is also ok ;-).

    I have been around horses for years, but not recently so I'd love to refresh my knowledge. I am eager to take part in all aspects of horse care—feeding, grooming, training, stable work, and riding—while learning new approaches to working with horses...

    Some years ago I worked in an event agency, so I'm really good at organizing.

  • Age

    36

  • What else ...

    I love to:
    - practice daily yoga/meditation
    - go for a hike/run with dogs
    - go for bike tour or have a swim
    - cooking vegan dishes (I'm flexitarian, but don't really like cooking meat/fish :(
    - reading for hours under a tree
    - learn about astrology, psychology, the functioning of our body, the meaning of life...
    - writing, learning
    ... or just contemplate.

    I'm very autonomous, I can very well organize my free time even in a very remote place !

  • Some more information

    • Smoker

    • Driver's licence

    • Allergies
      no

    • Special dietary requirements
      I'm allergic to eggs and dairy - cow milk products (goat is OK !),I seldom eat fish/meat, I don't drink alcohol,

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