Gabriela

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Description

Hello! I am a recent University of California, Berkeley graduate, with degrees in Molecular Environmental Biology and Climate Science. I was an environmentalist on campus, and a member of multiple environmental communities! I love being outdoors and learning about the world around me by getting my hands dirty. I am a hard worker, and will devote myself to any task given to me! I have a lot of experience doing environmental service work, including weeding, planting trees, removing invasive species, etc. I was an equestrian for 8 years, and have experience working in the barn and with animals. I also have extensive experience conducting biological field research in the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest, on the island of Moorea in French Polynesia, and in the jungle of Trinidad - working outdoors under tough conditions is not new for me!

I am looking for a farm located somewhere where nature is easily accessible! I would also love a small, cozy farm community. I am open to any and all kinds of work - I am a fast learner!

I recently served in the U.S. Peace Corps as a volunteer in Sustainable Agriculture. I love working outside and applying my academic background in ecology in a hands on way while connecting to the land and engaging in community integration.

I would also LOVE to work in a hospitality or community living! I am a huge people person - I love to be social, make new friends, party, go on adventures...I also have experience working in customer service, as a receptionist in an international backpackers' hostel and as a barista in a cafe. I love Workaways that prioritize social events, making friends, and building community!

Interests

Writing

Pets

Fitness

Camping

Mountain

Gardening

Hiking

Plant care

Farming

Nature

Outdoor activities

Sustainability

Water sports

Vegetarian or vegan

Charity work

Animals

Adventure sports

Languages

Languages spoken
French: Intermediate

More details about my language interests
I am an intermediate French speaker, although I am very rusty! I love learning languages, and recently reached an Advanced level in Jamaican Patwa.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

Some knowledge of:  

Gardening

Life at a Farmstay

Animal Care

Hospitality/Tourism

Charity Work

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Able to teach about:  

Eco Projects

More details about your skills

I have extensive field experience living and working in harsh and challenging conditions, particularly in remote tropical environments conducting ecological research. I am able to work independently in this context - I have completed three independent research projects which consisted of self-guided field work, lab work, computer coding, and the writing of professional research papers accessible to the public online. I also have experience working with international teams– many of my field experiences involved collaborative teamwork in groups of up to 12 people from diverse backgrounds. These experiences took place in a range of ecosystems: the Peruvian Amazon rainforest, the island of Moorea in French Polynesia, the Caribbean Islands of Trinidad and Jamaica, and
California national parks.

I have worked on 5 different farms across Europe via the platform WorldWide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF). I engaged in daily farm tasks such as: watering and caring for fruit and vegetable plants, weeding and maintaining planting beds and fields, and animal caretaking (goats, chickens, rabbits, cows). I loved everything about these experiences, and made lifelong friendships along the way!

I have extensive experience in hospitality and customer service, working as a private tutor for elementary to high school kids, a receptionist in an international backpacker's hostel, and a counter person/barista in a cafe!

I am organized and dependable, take initiative, and have experience being a leader. On campus, I led environmental service groups, environmental policy initiatives, and environmental education efforts. I work efficiently in a team; I collaborated with various environmental organizations on campus ranging from student clubs to zero waste facility services. I believe that my experience in ecological fieldwork, leadership, organizational skills, and experience with international teamwork would make me a valuable asset!

Age

24

What else ...

I love running (I ran competitive track and field in high school and college!), hiking, camping, and anything outdoorsy! I also love reading, playing scrabble or cards, and journaling :)

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  Special dietary requirements
  Pescatarian