I just moved from Colorado to California to work for The Wilderness Society. I pretty much live in my tent and get to explore some really beautiful places.

I'm an animal-loving lady who likes to climb mountains and drink good beer (sometimes at the same time). I graduated with a Bachelor's in wildlife biology and I am always looking for more learning opportunities. I also have a passion for Latin dance and especially love to dance salsa and bachata.

Words others have used to describe me: kind, curious, independent, friendly, driven, funny (okay I added that one), passionate, adventurous.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

When I travel, I love experiencing a new place beyond the usual tourist attractions. Couchsurfing is a great way to connect with people and see the culture and charm of a place through a local's perspective. Plus, the locals know where all the best food is ;)

Interests

• animals
• dancing
• beer
• coffee
• baking
• reading
• music
• hiking
• camping
• mountains
• food
• outdoors
• hammocks

Music, Movies, and Books

I love many kinds of music, but most of all indie and folk, such as:
Gregory Alan Isakov
The Head and the Heart
Walk the Moon
Jack Johnson
Lake Street Dive

Some of my absolute favorite books:
The Picture of Dorian Gray
Norse Mythology
Life of Pi
Sherlock Holmes
The Martian
My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry

My favorite TV shows/movies:
Harry Potter
Lord of the Rings
Westworld
Parks and Rec
The Office
Friends
What We Do in the Shadows

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Touched a gray whale in Baja California, Mexico!

Teach, Learn, Share

Appreciation for the natural world and sustainability, exposure to different cultures and ways of living

What I Can Share with Hosts

Intellectual (or not) conversation, animal knowledge, cooking/baking skills, sweet dance moves

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Canada, Costa Rica, England, Germany, Mexico, Netherlands, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, U.S.

Countries I’ve Lived In

Costa Rica, Mexico, United States