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Hello! My name is Erica.
I am from a small town outside of Buffalo, NY. I have been living in Asheville, North Carolina for the past few years. I love the outdoors. Camping and hiking is a big part of my lifestyle. I also love to cook and always enjoy making meals with others so we can learn from each other. I find it very important to be active. it's kind of my therapy. I always prioritize some sort of workout, yoga, or hiking daily. I love to travel. I've done many cross country road trips in my wonderful Dodge van, named Doug.
Starting in spring 2025, I am taking a year off from th rat race to travel. I am really looking forward this time to learn, hike beautiful places, and meet good people.
I am interested in volunteering in beautiful places for a period of time to really get to be a part of community and nature. I am looking to expand myself by learning from people and places.
I am currently looking to gain knowledge in self sustained living, permaculture, farming, gardening, etc.
Also, very interested in worktrading at hostels.
If traveling in the United States, I have a campervan that is fully equipped. Electric hookups are nice but not necessary.
Interests
Plant care
Pets
Writing
Music
Events & social
Cooking & food
Hiking
Charity work
Sustainability
Mountain
Gardening
Self development
Fitness
Camping
Vegetarian or vegan
Outdoor activities
Fashion or beauty
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Van life
Nature
Farming
Culture
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentMore details about my language interests
I am very interested in learning Spanish
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Gardening
Babysitting and creative play
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
DIY and building projects
Some knowledge of:
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Able to teach about:
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Helping with Computers/ Internet
More details about your skills
I am a career bartender. I always joke that bartending has taught me more than college did. I have been a bartender for 12 years. I love it.
Currently, I am also a hiking/jeep tour guide in North Carolina in the Pisgah National Forest.
I have a Bachelor Degree in Communication Studies. I was an executive assistant at nonprofit animal shelter for 4 years.
Worktrade experience:
Moalolaa Organicaa Organic Farm, Kauai, 4 months
Duties included: weeding, cultivating, harvesting, transplanting, nursery, setting up/selling at farmer markets, and preparing produce for markets and health food stores.
Johnson of St Mary, Montana, 5 months
Waitress and prep cook
Seven Springs Farm & Cafe, Green Mountain, North Carolina, 1 month
Barista, animal care, building garden beds, hosting gatherings and retreats, food preparation for gatherings, and painting signs for property.
Mill Spring Habitat, Mill Spring North Carolina, 1 month
Community living, hanging with children and trail maintenance.
Age
33
What else ...
I really want to take work trade opportunities to learn!
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Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
penicillinSpecial dietary requirements
pescatarian
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During my stay I learned how to make hot sauce and kombucha! I weeded trails,… read more
property is beautiful. They have a lot of projects going on which is great to keep workawayers busy. I was trained in their roadside cafe which I enjoyed working at and learning to be a barista. I spent a lot of time painting signs for the farm and spent time building beds… read more
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During my stay I learned how to make hot sauce and kombucha! I weeded trails,… read more
property is beautiful. They have a lot of projects going on which is great to keep workawayers busy. I was trained in their roadside cafe which I enjoyed working at and learning to be a barista. I spent a lot of time painting signs for the farm and spent time building beds… read more
