Elias

United States
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I am currently
Travelling
Activities i am interested in:
Hey! I am currently on a road-trip through the US and looking for interesting people and projects to be a part of.
Description
While reading advice on how to make a good workaway profile I was instructed to tell about what kind of person I am or the things I believe in and that define me. This is great advise, there is just one problem. I have no clue. as much as it is a cliche, I'm still just figuring myself out. So in an attempt to "find myself" (I know, it couldn't be more cliche) I have set out to experience and learn as much as possible wherever I go in hopes of stumbling upon the answer to my queries.
In Iceland I learned about the beautiful things hardship creates. In Germany I discovered that if I ever wanted to experience new things or learn something difficult I would have to put myself out there and overcome my fear of judgement. When I came to Paris I put myself out there and wonderful things resulted. In Amsterdam..... well what happens in Amsterdam stays in Amsterdam. Soon I found myself in Nepal broke with nowhere to go and, with the help of some new made friends, I learned to let go and live in the moment without worrying about the future. Finally when I returned home I realized how much I took for granted. I still have a lot to learn and I can't wait to see what I'll learn with you!
Interests
Van life
Self development
Farming
Winter sports
Nature
Outdoor activities
Mountain
Dancing
Cooking & food
Books
Camping
Astronomy
Adventure sports
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Being an elderly companion
Helping around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Animal Care
Languages
More details about your skills
I grew up on a farm so I am in general relatively handy. Some skills that I have basic proficiency in include carpentry, plumbing, car repair, gardening, and lots of other minor things required for daily life on a farm. I love to bake, cook, and homebrew while it might not turn out great I would love to try and make something for you, and learn about the local cuisine.I learn quickly and am open to stepping out of my comfort zone and trying out new things.
Age
25
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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1 Dec 2021

Left by host (Big house and garden keen to ...) for Workawayer ()

Elias is a beautifull soul whom is travelling with all his senses open. The whole workaway exchange went so organic it felt Elias just sensed what could be done. A very open, intelligent, warm and hardworking person - a true privilege to host. I wish u many more travels and always welcome in the forest!

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4 Oct 2021

Left by Workawayer () for host (Big house and garden keen to ...)

I had a very nice couple of weeks with Jan as my host. We were mostly occupied getting his house and property ready for the winter months and his vacation. The work we did was not too excessive or too strenuous and Henri was insistent that I was able to do it on my own time. My time here was very positive and quite relaxed, whether it was mowing… read more

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16 Jun 2021

Left by host (Help at non-profit Buddhist ...) for Workawayer ()

Elias was with us for several months and helped on everything from clearing to construction and was a fantastic person to be with! He is very mature and practical for his age, low-maintenance, no drama, intelligent, considerate and good fun. He has an eye for detail and is keen to learn more how to do things, including unconventional or… read more

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23 Apr 2021

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help at non-profit Buddhist ...)

I had a great time staying here all of the staff there are very friendly and welcoming! The work is mostly outside in the forest where you learn a lot about local ecology which I really enjoyed. The food is healthy, delicious, and plentiful. They were kind enough to allow me to stay longer when my car was having issues so that I could work on it… read more

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10 Jan 2020

Left by host (Stay in our garden cabin near ...) for Workawayer ()

Elias stayed with us for two weeks in November. He was super nice to have around. His biggest task at our place was to insulate the roof of the chicken house (from the inside). This was done quickly and well, and the result is beautiful. He also mouse-proofed the chicken house with chicken wire, took down our trampoline for the winter, fastened… read more

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9 Dec 2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Stay in our garden cabin near ...)

I stayed with Hilde and Mark for about two weeks in November and had a great time! Hilde and Mark are probably the most hospitable and communicative hosts I have stayed with to date. I would definitely recommend them to anyone else traveling in the area.
Hilde was very flexible about when I chose to work and basically let me decide when was best… read more

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1 Dec 2021

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4 Oct 2021

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16 Jun 2021

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23 Apr 2021

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10 Jan 2020

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9 Dec 2019

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1 Nov 2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help with traditional ...)

I don’t have much of a way with words so nothing I say will do my time with Fei and Johannes any justicebut I can say it was great. They are two wonderful and uniquely different people who where extremely welcoming of me and always made me feel at home. It was strange leaving after my 6 months there and I will miss the family immensely. There is… read more

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18 Oct 2019

Left by host (Help with traditional ...) for Workawayer ()

For us, Elias is not a workawayer but the angel who came to us and took over wherever we needed help. In the half year he stayed with us he became a good friend and even a family member - and it was very very hard for all of us to let him go.
It may seem very exaggerated to speak in such words about an 18 now 19 year old boy who came to support us… read more and look for a place to study. But it is not. We can clearly say he is by far the most helpful, most loved and most trustful workawayer we ever had. He stayed with us from April til the middle of October and every day he stayed with us we loved him and appreciated his help more.
Apart from his calm, patient, very caring and humble way he feels rather like a very mature, almost wise person.
Even though we had already had a few workawayers who do bodybuilding Elias completely astonished us by his amazing physical strength and durance. He is a guy who likes to do really heavy physical labour for many hours without rest and still find joy and sportive challenge in it. He was also the first workawayer who, if I watched him, made me feel like I am getting old.
He grew up on his father’s farm and is naturally very skilled in using his hands in many ways. What he does not know his hands learn in an amazingly short time, be it in gardening, carpentry, plumbing, or any other number of things. Even in his free time he bakes cakes and makes jams for pleasure and if he uses the wok to cook his food or the needle to repair his clothes you can see that he still carries a lot of other skills in him which he only randomly showed at our place.
Elias has a rather shy temperament. He is quite introverted and therefore does need time to himself in order to feel comfortable, but he is one of the most honest and emotionally balanced people I have ever met. He never shows off even though he has so many extraordinary skills; he even has the tendency to hide his strengths.
He is good with children and he is extremely trustworthy. If Johannes told him any task he mostly knew better then Johannes how to do it – this went so far that he took over most of the enormous building site. Elias knows how to work with most machines on the building site.
Last but not least he is an amazing climber with acrobatic skills.
Altogether we were honoured that we were able to host superman for half a year.
We will never forget you. THANK you so much and hopefully we will meet again soon.

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14 Aug 2019

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Elias is a very smart and nice human beeing. We like to receive him.
We would recommend him as a strong worker.
He is not the kind of perso that talks too more than the necessary but he likes to listen and learn.
His physical strength is very high and maybe it takes time to understand his humor sence but he is funny.
He knows how to work as a… read more

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10 May 2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Feel the natural energy in my ...)

Jessica and Gerson were my first experience with workaway and It was a wonderful introduction to this community! they will make you feel welcome and at home and you will learn a lot about the area. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to get away from the hustle and bustle of life and enjoy yourself in a beautiful region of Costa Rica.
Thank… read more

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13 May 2019

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Elias was a wonderfull volunteer.
we enjoyed his company, his great work and creative cuisine!
Thank you again for the great recipes, kids wont stop eating banana bread now!
Elias did not only perform every task we trusted him with, he had the good eye to see what needed to be done without having to ask him to,
Motivated and almost never tired, we… read more

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10 May 2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help in an ecolodge and ...)

Fahimeh and Adrian where wonderful hosts during my 2 week stay with them. They are very accommodating and great company! I learned so much about the people and nature of northern Guanacaste and had an all around great time. I hope to visit again sometime in the future and would recommend this to anyone interested in permaculture and looking for… read more

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