Elea

Germany
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I'm staying in BC for my whole trip :)
My next destination:
Canada - from Mar 2026 until Jul 2026
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Hi!
My name is Elea, I’m 23 years old and from the south of Germany.
I recently finished my Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry and before starting my Master’s in Biomedicine, I’d love to spend some time doing a Workaway and experiencing a different pace of life.

I feel most at home when I’m around animals and outdoors. I grew up with dogs and still have one at home, so taking care of dogs feels very natural to me. I’ve also been around other animals. My family kept sheep for a while and I have been doing horse riding for the eight years, which taught me a lot about responsibility and daily animal care.

I’m a calm, open-minded and friendly person who enjoys meaningful work and being part of everyday life rather than just passing through.

I’m hoping to find a Workaway where I can contribute reliably, learn new skills and connect with people (and animals!) while living close to nature.

I have an international drivers licence and six years of crash-less driving (manual and automatic).
Interests
Sustainability
Self development
Pets
Farming
Plant care
Music
Gardening
Books
Animals
Sailing / Boating
Outdoor activities
Nature
Mountain
Hiking
Cycling
Camping
Adventure sports
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Italian: Intermediate
More details about my language interests
I would love to teach you some german phrases :) As I spent a year in Italy in 2020 I can speak some basic italian. I love this language and would be very happy to practise with another person. As of learning I would be pleased to get to know some french or spanish, as I didn´t learn it in school.
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Eco Projects
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Life at a Farmstay
House & pet sitting
Light maintenance
Some knowledge of:
Animal Care
Helping around the house
More details about your skills
I love being outside and around animals. I don’t mind physical work at all, like helping with stable work like feeding and general care. I really enjoy hands-on work and being active, whether it’s on a farm, with animals or helping around the house.

Nevertheless, I don't see myself as a cleaning lady. I am a tidy person and it goes without saying that I clean up after myself.
Age
23
What else ...
German is my native language, I speak English fluently, and I have basic Italian skills from living in Italy for a year as an au pair. That experience helped me become independent, adaptable and comfortable in new environments.
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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17 Jun 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help at our self-sustainable ...)

I stayed with Irene and Bud for 3.5 weeks in May and overall had a very memorable experience.

My first impression was very positive. Irene welcomed me warmly right away, while Bud was a little more reserved at first. However, after a few days I got to know him better and found him to be incredibly kind and welcoming.

I stayed in a small log… read more cabin on the property, which I really enjoyed. It gave me plenty of privacy while still being close to everything. The cabin had everything I needed, including an oven and sofa. The kitchen and bathroom were located in the barn a short walk away. I particularly appreciated having access to a washing machine and dryer.
Food was handled independently. I cooked for myself, but groceries were provided. We usually went shopping together once a week.

One practical thing future Workawayers should know is that there is no Wi-Fi available. Mobile data worked well enough for me most of the time, but if having a reliable internet connection is important to you, it is worth keeping this in mind before arriving.

My workday usually started between 7:30 and 8:00 a.m. with feeding the animals, including horses, cattle, chickens, ducks and geese. After that, the daily tasks varied depending on what projects were going on around the farm. The work was often physically demanding and sometimes repetitive, ranging from mowing, weeding and cleaning to moving heavy materials and general farm maintenance. It was not necessarily difficult work, but it could be tiring, especially on hot days when you might spend hours working outdoors.

One thing future Workawayers should know is that the five work hours were taken quite literally. Irene was very focused on making sure the agreed hours were completed, sometimes right down to the last few minutes. Personally, I occasionally found the work organization and communication challenging. Instructions were sometimes unclear, and there were moments when I felt overwhelmed by being given multiple tasks at once while still trying to finish previous ones. Irene is a hardworking and ambitious person with many projects on the go, and at times that sense of urgency transferred to me and made the work feel more stressful than it needed to be.

That said, the absolute highlight of my stay was the horses. Irene trusted me with them very quickly, and I was incredibly grateful for that. I was allowed to ride independently, choose my own routes, and spend as much time exploring as I wanted. I quickly found my favourite horse, Maverick, and many of my best memories from this Workaway involve riding through the beautiful countryside around McBride. The horses are well-trained, enjoyable to ride, and clearly very well cared for. If you enjoy horses, this is undoubtedly one of the biggest strengths of this Workaway.

Another thing I appreciated was how much Irene and Bud included me in activities outside of work. They took me to local events, cattle-related activities, drives around the area, and introduced me to many people in the community. We picked up cattle, moved cows, attended local gatherings, and I got to experience aspects of ranch life that I would never have seen otherwise. Bud in particular always made sure I understood what was going on, introduced me to people, and helped me feel included in conversations and social situations. I really appreciated those efforts.

One additional thing future Workawayers should be aware of is that Irene and Bud are very committed Christians, and their faith plays a significant role in their life. Their views are quite traditional and sometimes more conservative than what you may be used to. I think it is helpful for future Workawayers to know that religion can be a frequent topic of conversation and is an important part of daily life on the ranch.

This Workaway is probably best suited for someone who is independent, comfortable spending time on their own, physically fit, and able to handle occasional communication challenges without becoming too frustrated. Personally, I would not necessarily recommend it as a first-ever Workaway experience. Having previous Workaway experience helped me put some of the communication and organizational challenges into perspective and adapt more easily.

Overall, despite some frustrations regarding communication, I genuinely enjoyed my stay. The opportunity to ride so much, explore the area, work with the animals, and experience ranch life made it a unique and rewarding experience. I will miss Maverick, little Sparrow and the dogs Harla and Waida.
A big thank you to Irene and Bud for their hospitality, for including me in so many aspects of their lives, and especially for the trust they placed in me with their horses, which was undoubtedly the highlight of my time there.
I wish you all the best 🩷

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15 Jun 2026

Left by host (Help at our self-sustainable ...) for Workawayer ()

Elea, You were wonderful.... we miss you!. it was like having a new daughter here!. She fit in completely. Every task she took to heart to go above and beyond what was expected. Elea is an absolutely wonderful gal . She entered in to the chores like the critters were her own. Our heifer aborted which brought many issues we had to deal with and… read more

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29 May 2026

Left by host (Dog and horse lovers welcome ...) for Workawayer ()

We were so happy to host Elea at our farm and felt so lucky she came here. We were so fortunate for her hard working ethics and ability to fit in easily with everyone and all of our 🐴🐶🐷🐔🦆
We faced some challenging farm days but I am grateful for her support daily. Elea has excellent English skills and communication for her was never difficult.… read more

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18 May 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Dog and horse lovers welcome ...)

I stayed with Shannon for one month in April 2026 and it was my very first Workaway. Honestly I could not have wished for a better stay.

I originally chose this place because I wanted to work with horses and dogs, and especially the dogs completely stole my heart during my stay. Shannon picked me up in 100 Mile House and my first impression of… read more

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