I was raised a military brat who still has the desire to keep moving and traveling.

I travel often to present my research so I am often bouncing around 🤓

I love to meet new people and exploring together. The world is our playground. I primarily travel alone but also with friends, strangers, and my teenager.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Couchsurfing unites an eclectic community of like-minded explorers. Meeting new people and networking through formal surfing seems much less stressful and removes allot of worry. Plus what a great way to make friends with similar life-styles.

Interests

• yoga
• hiking
• backpacking
• camping
• surfing
• trail running
• rock climbing
• swimming
• mountain biking
• biking
• climbing
• bike touring
• research
• mtb
• bikepacking
• road cycling
• beer!
• flower
• hitching

Music, Movies, and Books

Malcolm Gladwell, "Outliers"

Sarah Bronwen Horton, "They Leave Their Kidneys in the Fields: Illness, Injury, and Illegality Among U.S. Farmworkers"

Anne Fadiman, "The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down"

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I saw blue whales in the Sea of Cortes. There were 3 that came near the boat to surface and it was magical!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I clean up after myself and take up very little space. I provide good conversation when it's wanted and am quiet when needed.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Spain

Countries I’ve Lived In

Germany, United States