Kia Ora, I'm a sailor, yacht restorer and pole vaulter who loves traveling and making small films. Currently studying marine science at University of Auckland I hope to move towards a career in marine conservation. A kiwi by birth, I've lived most of my life in the states, and in 2016 came back home for university and for a change of scenery. I take opportunities as they come and love keeping myself busy with anything in the outdoors.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Couchsurfing is a great platform to meet new people and create lifelong friendships all while traveling. Through couchsurfing I aim to make worldwide connections, hear others stories, and share my experiences.

Interests

Offshore cruising - Inshore racing - Pole vaulting - Conservation - Marine science- Videography - Theatre - Scuba - Whitewater kayaking - Synchronized Swimming - Reading - Kinetic Art - Dance

• clubbing
• yachting
• movies
• traveling
• outdoor activities
• kayaking
• scuba diving
• swimming
• marine science
• medicine
• science

Music, Movies, and Books

Non fiction books are my favourite

Top 3 books
Adrift - Dead Wake - Shadow Divers
* Holographic universe (it changed my world)

Top 3 movies
Spaceballs - Blades of Glory - Step Brothers

Top 3 artists
Mumford & sons - Jack Johnson - Benny Goodman

Give me a book, movie, or artist suggestion!

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Starting as a minimum wage part-time dockhand, I accomplished, in three years, to work my way to the top of a yachting club in Baltimore MD. By age 18, I was managing a fleet of 30+ boats, and 5 employees.

Teach, Learn, Share

I have many stories I have collected over the years, and am constantly working to add to them. Always up for a good yarn, or a serious discussion on the fluid dynamics of yachts I'll be happy to share what I have with anyone who asks!

What I Can Share with Hosts

For me, my favourite experience while couchsurfing is hearing and sharing stories. I come well equipped with stories to share, but enjoy hearing others even more. Additionally I love working with my hands, and will gladly assist in any projects a host has, from diagnosing a troublesome engine to sewing together a new jumper.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Bahamas, Canada, Fiji, Mexico, New Zealand, United States, United States Minor Outlying Islands

Countries I’ve Lived In

New Zealand, United States