I (Evan) often travel with my partner Maryel. Though we are very different people, we balance each other well. In a nutshell, Evan is: brain, body, and earth, while Mary is: heart, mind, and water. We recently drove 40,000 km around the United States looking for our next home!

Both are:
World travelers, interested in different cultures
Animal lovers
Introverts at heart who love to spend hours reading
Nature enthusiasts who can spend days/weeks/months hiking
Aspiring world changers, living our values of authenticity, courage, integrity, and feminism
Genuine, authentic, and caring
Minimalist, frugal, resourceful
Fast learners

For us, travel is about existing outside of what we know. It is an opportunity to learn, grow, connect with fellow humans, and connect with ourselves in new ways. Travel inspires our vision of a more just and harmonious world. We do not party (but it's OK if you do). We sometimes drink alcohol and are happy to not drink if you prefer. We are flexible vegetarian eaters and always have our own food. We can’t wait to meet you on our journey!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

Evan and Maryel travel frequently, and can host when we are home.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

Evan has surfed and met up with hosts all over the world. I have hosted travelers on the warm showers bike touring platform but have not gotten any requests on couch surfing. It has been a wonderful experience so far!!

Interests

Evan is an experiential educator who thrives being outside and exploring new ideas. Two of my favorite activities are learning and teaching! I have been a scuba, ultralight backpacking, and rock climbing instructor in the past. I am learning to cook and bake delicious treats and would enjoy sharing my new skills with you.

• education
• walking
• politics
• reading
• traveling
• socializing
• music
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• canoeing
• kayaking
• sports
• rock climbing
• teaching
• justice

Music, Movies, and Books

Into the Wild, Balkan Beat Box, State Radio, and many many others of every category!

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I hiked the Pacific Crest Trail in 2010. It was one of the best experiences of my life!

Teach, Learn, Share

I am a huge outdoors person- hiking, climbing, kayaking, canoeing, anything! I also like to learn about local politics and cuisine, and am more than willing to share my own views (although only if asked!)

What I Can Share with Hosts

Cooking and good conversation

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Belize, Bermuda, Burundi, Canada, China, Cyprus, Ecuador, Ethiopia, France, Greece, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kenya, Laos, Malawi, Mexico, Mongolia, Mozambique, Palestine, Romania, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand, Uganda, Ukraine, United States, Zimbabwe

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