I grew up in rural Vermont (USA) and then moved to Montréal (Québec) to study urban planning. I enjoy being outside, walking around cities, observing people, planning adventures and drawing.

I have a diversity of work experiences: trail crew leader, community music festival organizer, camp counselor, urban farmer.

In urban planning I focused mainly on how suburbs could be adapted to an older population.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Its a great way to connect with people. I have only surfed, however when I move back to Montréal I will be able to start hosting people.

Interests

Colors, mountains, cooking, telling jokes, goofing around

• singing
• festivals
• cooking
• walking
• drawing
• music
• cycling
• backpacking
• canoeing
• camping
• law
• mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

I love to danse to any kind of music. My dad plays traditional fiddle and I have learned a bit, but I am slightly tone deaf I think. Rather, I choose to express my creativity through drawing.

I don't listen to any particular band, however I especially enjoy Rhythm and Blues, Soul and Funk.

In Montréal there is this great event every tuesday at "Les Boboards" on Saint-Laurent intersection with Maryanne. Check out this link for more information and MAKE SURE TO GO! AMAZING MUSIC! (Improv funk)

http://loungeurbain.com/evenement/les-mardis-kalmunity-live-organic-improv-aux-bobards/

As for visual artists, I really admire Frida Khalo's work, as well as Dali, Van Gogh, Nikkie de Ste Phalle. I look forward to seeing as many museums as possible while I am in Europe.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Well- I've swam in bioluminescent waters. It was like being Peter Pan and/or having magical powers!

Teach, Learn, Share

I would like to learn more about your past trips! Tell me what was easy, was hard, was worth doing and seeing!

I have traveled by bike, bus and plane. I have done a couple backpacking and canoe trips. I am more than glad to help you plan your next trip!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can tell you more about Québec and Vermont, in the Northeast (relatively) of the big continent called America. I can cook, sing, giggle, tell you stories, help you clean the house and teach you more about urban planning!

Countries I’ve Visited

France, Honduras, India, Mexico

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, France, United States