Ellie

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I am currently

Travelling

Activities i am interested in:

I would love to learn how to surf :)

My next destination:
Peru - from Jun 2026 until Aug 2026
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Hi! I'm Ellie and I'm from Virginia. My dream is to explore the world while getting to meet amazing people from all over and learning new skills! I love doing anything that allows me to be outside and working with people. I spent a summer in Arizona working as a camp counselor in 2022, so I have tons of experience working in childcare. I pick up new skills quickly, and am always, always eager to learn more.

As of November 2024, I wrapped up my first full season of farming at a 25 acre diversified vegetable CSA farm in Massachusetts, so I have a good bit of experience and knowledge with farm work and growing food, but there's always room for me to learn more. Earlier in 2025, I spent around two months working as a forager in Pennsylvania. I really enjoy trying new foods and cooking/baking for others.

Some more things I love: DANCE! My current favorite is salsa, but I'm excited to explore different styles of dance in different places. Also writing personal essays/blogs, reading, playing guitar and singing with people, swimming, hiking, skiing, climbing, backpacking, camping, kayaking, and crafting.

I'm currently in Perú!! I would love to improve my Spanish while here, and form deep connections with both locals and fellow travelers!
Interests

Politics / Social justice

Charity work

DIY & crafts

Blogging

Performing arts

Photography

Culture

Languages

Cooking & food

Dancing

Sailing / Boating

Water sports

Winter sports

Mountain

Books

Carpentry

Writing

Sustainability

Farming

Yoga / Wellness

Nature

Outdoor activities

Music

Plant care

Hiking

Gardening

Drawing & painting

Camping

Adventure sports

Animals
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Chinese (Mandarin): Intermediate

More details about my language interests
SPANISH!!! Is my biggest priority right now. I would like help practicing it as much as possible!!!

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Languages

Charity Work

Some knowledge of:

Light gardening

Life at a Farmstay

Animal Care

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Art Projects

Teaching

House & pet sitting

Hospitality/Tourism

Able to teach about:

Babysitting and creative play
More details about your skills

I've worked a variety of random jobs including farming, foraging, airplane de-icing, doggie daycare, plant nursery, bakery, and many, many customer service type jobs. I have experience working outdoors in various conditions, teaching kids and leading activities, as well as working with a variety of animals!
Age

23
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- Driver's licence
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21 Jul 2026

Left by host (Discover the Amazon in our ...) for Workawayer ()

Ellie is a kind, respectful and easy going person. She has a calm personality and a wonderful sense of patience, which made her a pleasure to have as part of our team.
Our staff really connected with her and quickly felt comfortable enough to sing, dance and simply be themselves around her. She brought a relaxed and positive energy that made … read more

(Excellent )

21 Jul 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Discover the Amazon in our ...)

What a place! I had the pleasure of spending a month volunteering here, teaching the staff here English. It’s in a stunning location with so. many. butterflies. On top of that, I saw a sloth, tiny monkeys, owls, brightly colored frogs, snakes, tarantulas…it was awesome (but if you’re prone to bug bites like I am, good luck).The food here is … read more

(Excellent )

14 May 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Enjoy the magic of the ...)

Really special place, I felt so lucky getting to wake up here everyday to a beautiful view and spend time hanging out with people I loved! The work was super chill, I just helped out in the bar and with some of the evening events. Got to learn how to make some cocktails too which was on my bucket list :) I had so many memorable nights singing … read more

(Excellent )

22 Apr 2026

Left by host (Teach English and improve ...) for Workawayer ()

Ellie was an outstanding volunteer. She supported our English education project by leading speaking activities and teaching several of our students, always showing great enthusiasm and dedication.

She is a very respectful, friendly, and warm person, with a positive attitude that easily connects with others. Ellie is also highly committed to the … read more

(Excellent )

21 Apr 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Teach English and improve ...)

I loved my time teaching at this academy. It was hard at first, as I’ve never taught English before and there were a few moments where I felt like I was being thrown into the deep end with little information or structure to carry on from… but after about 1 week I began to get into the swing of things. I LOVED the students I got to teach, and miss … read more

(Excellent )

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21 Jul 2026

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21 Jul 2026

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14 May 2026

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22 Apr 2026

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21 Apr 2026

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(Excellent)

5 Jan 2026

Left by host for Workawayer

It was an absolute pleasure having Ellie on our river cleaning team for a month this past fall! Being spontaneous and coming into the project on a last minute call, Ellie quickly proved to be the missing piece we hadn’t realized we missed. She brought so much joy and laughter into the team every single day, even at the times we were bushing … read more

(Excellent)

25 Nov 2025

Left by Workawayer for host (Help us fight marine ...)

I had the incredible and unique opportunity of joining this organization's new river cleaning project for a month near the end of September, and I'm so happy I did it. I joined kind of last minute (the project had begun two weeks earlier) and being the last person in the crew to show up, I was nervous about fitting in. But I couldn't have gotten … read more

(Excellent)

1 Apr 2024

Left by host for Workawayer

Ellie stayed with us for 5 weeks, but the time was far too short! She has a delightful presence and lights up a room whenever she enters it. That, however, is only the beginning.

She’s a hard worker, eager to learn, curious and kindhearted. She takes feedback well, asks good questions in ways that creates a mutual learning experience. She is … read more

(Excellent)

28 Mar 2024

Left by Workawayer for host (Join a mindful permaculture ...)

This place is seriously special, and immediately one of the best Workaway experiences I have ever had. I stayed here for around a month and a half, and if I didn't already have something lined up for afterwards, who knows how long I would've stuck around...
Pretty much everyone I met during my time here was someone worth writing home about; I met … read more the most interesting characters who were always so authentic and engaging to have conversation with, not to mention PASSIONATE about what it is they are doing. One of my favorite parts about staying here too was that I received multiple opportunities to meet and hangout/help people outside of the inn, which made me feel that much more connected to the community in the area. This was my first time doing a Workaway with my dog as well, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Everyone was so unbelievably welcoming towards the both of us, and I felt at home within a short span of time.
While here I got to help set up the chicken coop area, prune some trees (WAY more fun than one would think), plant seedlings, transplant trees (and plant my first tree!), make flower arrangements, help with cooking and cleaning, and write a play?! In addition to this, we had movie nights, did group hikes, played card games, had family dinners, and the most rocking jam sessions. Some of my favorite memories from here are the conversations we had just sitting around the dinner table after eating an epic meal together, chatting and laughing.
The people here are building/creating something really amazing, and it was so great to be a part of it, even just for a little while. The town of New Lebanon is small but adorable, and home to the friendliest post office in the world (seriously, go mail a package from there, you won't be disappointed)!
Open and honest communication is valued here, which I really appreciate. New ideas are welcomed too, and feedback (both positive and negative) is encouraged. I'm super grateful to Michael for allowing me to come in the middle of February when it seemed like no other hosts were going to accept me, but even in the winter when everything seems to be asleep there was still a ton of beauty to be noticed. I got to watch a hail storm roll over the hills and stand in the middle of frozen pond watching a wild beaver swim lazy laps. That being said though, I cannot wait to see how this place looks in the summer! I will definitely be back, and recommend this place to anyone seeking out a wonderful community to become a part of.

(Excellent)

17 Aug 2023

Left by Workawayer for host (Come and help us around our ...)

From the moment I arrived at Sarndra's lovely place, I immediately felt at home. She is such a kind, warm soul, and I felt very well taken care of and safe in the few days I stayed. It is so inspiring to be around someone who so clearly loves and cares for her garden, and I was honored to be able to help out in the process of constructing her … read more

(Excellent)

14 Aug 2023

Left by host (Come and help us around our ...) for Workawayer

Ellie was a lovely ray of sunshine in our Dunedin mid-winter days - and the only negative in her stay was that she could only be with us for a few days. I would have loved to have her around longer. She was not only bright, enthusiastic and interested in everything that was going on around her, but she had a very deft touch in placing pebbles, … read more

(Excellent)

10 Aug 2023

Left by host for Workawayer

Ellie is an absolute joy to have around and after we had five weeks of low cloud and fog she was just what the Dr ordered to brighten things up. she was given minimum instruction and quickly mastered any machine. very deft touch on the controls, I've seldom seen such a natural. also great fun jamming, talented muso. good singer ( mostly in tune ) … read more

(Excellent)

1 Aug 2023

Left by Workawayer for host (Join my flood prevention ...)

My 2-3 weeks spent at Al’s place were filled with lots of jam nights, meeting Al’s wonderful friends, trying new things (learned how to drive manual, play the guitar, and drive an ATV!), and cat cuddles. While here I got to operate a digger which felt like a giant claw machine game…needless to say it was very fun!! Staying here felt less like a … read more

(Excellent)

10 Jul 2023

Left by host (Help at our permaculture ...) for Workawayer

Ellie was with us for 6 weeks and I struggle to think of a time when she didn't have a smile on her face :) She definitely made the most of her stay as an opportunity to try new things which we really admire and appreciate! Harvesting roosters and baking her first cake from scratch are definitely honourable mentions of new experiences she excelled … read more

(Excellent)

9 Jul 2023

Left by Workawayer for host (Help at our permaculture ...)

How lucky am I that out of all the places I could’ve ended up for my first workaway experience, it was this one?
It usually takes me a while to get comfortable and adjusted in a new environment surrounded by people I’m unfamiliar with, but here it seemed to happen naturally within a few days. I’m sure it had something to do with all the wonderful … read more

(Excellent)