Johanna & Mia

Travel information

We are currently

Activities we are interested in:

climbing, hiking, camping, running, rowing, knitting, reading, singing
pretty much anything outdoors!

Description

We are two friends currently studying in Bern, Switzerland. We met during our high school exchange in Barcelona years ago.

I'm Johanna and I'm currently studying Geography with a minor both in Geology and Sustainable Development. I'm half English, half German and grew up in Switzerland for the most part. I love being outdoors, especially climbing and hiking. I enjoy physical labour and through workaways I have loved being a part of construction projects, wether that entails gardening, digging or drilling walls. Yoga and meditation help me to slow down in this busy world. I did a yoga teacher training while travelling in South America and lately I’ve been getting more into meditation. I’m a curious person and love exploring — both the world around me and what’s going on in my own head.

I'm Mia and I'm currently studying Psychology, Neuroscience and Geography.I grew up in Eastern Switzerland. I’m interested in human nature, and learning from people with different perspectives is something that continuously inspires me. I feel most at home in nature—not just admiring its beauty, but seeking to live in harmony with it and, wherever possible, give something back. In my free time, I love to dance as a way of reconnecting with my body and expressing myself. I’m also someone who thrives in community and enjoys exploring new surroundings—whether on foot or by bike.

Johanna did her first workaway staying on a permaculture farm in the Columbian jungle a couple of years ago and loved the slower and more intentional way of travelling. Last summer together we did a bikepacking trip through Italy and stayed with an Italian couple, helping them with the construction of their house with natural materials. We really enjoyed working on the house and learning all about what it takes to build a house from scratch. The sense of community felt really special.

Interests

Self development

Plant care

DIY & crafts

Hitchhiking

Cycling

Mountain

Photography

Languages

Farming

Dancing

Water sports

Yoga / Wellness

Sustainability

Vegetarian or vegan

Sailing / Boating

Politics / Social justice

Outdoor activities

Nature

Gardening

Hiking

Culture

Cooking & food

Charity work

Camping

Books

Animals

Languages

Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Italian: Beginner

More details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.

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Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn

We're interested in:  

Charity Work

Art Projects

Eco Projects

Light maintenance

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Some knowledge of:  

Languages

Light gardening

Creative DIY projects

Animal Care

Life at a Farmstay

Babysitting and creative play

Helping around the house

More details about your skills

We have both worked with children at a school for children with special needs. We both enjoy hands on work and used to garden at home, building raised beds and planting. We enjoy working around the house, mending things and building small DIY projects.

Age

22 & 22

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  Special dietary requirements
  vegetarian