Currently living and soon to be teaching in a kindergarten in Prague. I've spent most of my life in Canada, where I just finished a degree in creative writing. Home has made me love lakes, hiking, wildflowers, fishing, camping, and all things outdoors.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love the unexpected connections that come from traveling and meeting new people. I've just started couch-surfing on my own after two fantastic experiences couch-surfing with friends.

The first time, we ate rabbit with a group of Spanish-speaking people in Malta and played loup garou to help them with their English. The other, we went out for beers with our host and were able to pretend for a couple nights that his cat, Chicken, was our own.

I couldn't have had these strange and wonderful times in a hostel or at a campsite. I love learning about other cultures through the people who live there, and sharing what I can about my own.

Interests

Hiking and camping are two of my favourite things to do—I'm happiest when outdoors and take every opportunity to explore a new countryside.

Relaxing weekends with good beer and good live music are also a favourite, as are sleepy Sundays with big brunches and afternoons spent reading and drinking coffee.

• writing
• cooking
• reading
• live music
• hiking
• camping
• swimming

Music, Movies, and Books

I can't begin to narrow it down, but grew up on old classic rock, and like a wide range of music from alternative to classical, electro swing jazz, rock, and rap. I am always reading, most recently addicted to long-form nonfiction and short fiction.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I trekked to the base camp of Annapurna in the Himalayas with my family as a teenager, and can think of no happier time in my life. It was an incredible trip, seeing a beautiful landscape, meeting incredible people, and experiencing such a rich and interesting culture.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Wine, beer, dish cleaning, food cooking, language exchange, book recommendations, piano playing.

Countries I’ve Visited

Croatia, Czech Republic, England, France, Ireland, Italy, Malta, Mexico, Nepal, Norway, Turkey, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, Czech Republic, England