I'm learning and working on an organic farm in Santa Cruz. My life revolves around learning how to grow food, heal the land and people with good soil stewardship. I enjoy fermenting things, preserving things, taking photos of the sunset, or the beach when I can roll down on my bike.

I was born and raised in New York State, lived in New York City for a while then farmed fulltime in Arizona before moving to the Pacific Northwest to live in Portland. I worked in Tea while there, so have a great passion for sharing stories over a warm cup of brew. I moved to California in 2018 to go back to farming.

I'm down to earth and enjoy the simple parts of life, an optimist who looks at the world with a smile. Yet I still have a spirit for adventure, exploring and energy to move. I've been to Thailand twice in the past few years.

I'm genderqueer, use They / them pronouns. I have a deep passion for farming, animals, biking and baking. I love to play games at home with good home made food and laughs. Been trying to do more yoga, hiking, nature time as well.

I often travel with my partner Erica who is similarly passionate about food and education. They work with kids doing garden education.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

When I can I love to meet people, and explore new places! I think this is the most beautiful way, to the beauty and kindness of taking someone in :)

My housing situation changed recently so I probably cannot host folks right now. Yet if you need an adventure buddy or two my partner and I would be interested. We love getting on bike rides, exploring nature etc.

Interests

Walking, Photography, Animals, Travel, Hiking, Agriculture, Writing, Baking, Vegetables, Biking, Smiling, Horticultural Therapy

• animals
• dogs
• writing
• photography
• dancing
• dining
• recipes
• baking
• vegetarian
• walking
• traveling
• socializing
• cycling
• hiking
• agriculture

Music, Movies, and Books

Books: Recently I have been reading books on food, farming, energy healing and animal spirits. I also enjoy queer literature including biographies, fiction and culture studies books. I love graphic novels when I can get my hands on them.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Biking around Sukhothai in Thailand was beautiful. I felt I could talk to the past out there.

Teach, Learn, Share

Food is my passion, from growing to eating. Also super passionate about tea and natural healing. I love to share food and playing games.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Random card games, herb stuff, open ears.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Thailand

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States