Hi there! I'm a Northern California native living with my boyfriend, Brandon, in Los Angeles. He's super creative and hilarious and philosophical and currently works as a video editor. We love LA for the food and the weather, but the driving still intimidates me after 3+ years!

I've worked as a pharmaceutical lab technician, outdoor guide in quite a few US National Parks, biologist/keeper at a tiny wildlife sanctuary, and zoo educator. Now I work in education at a Natural History Museum! Outside of work I love camping, cooking, and reading.

We tend to have pretty busy schedules but enjoy hosting if the timing works out (advance notice helps)! I usually check for messages/requests about once a week.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm here to make friends from all over the globe! When I'm not able to travel myself, it's wonderful to be around those who are :)

Interests

• wildlife
• singing
• education
• cooking
• beer
• yoga
• gardening
• reading
• traveling
• podcasts
• live music
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• backpacking
• camping
• snorkeling
• biology
• science
• food
• bellydance

Music, Movies, and Books

I love reading a good mix of fiction and non-fiction. Some favorites: Lonesome Dove, Being Mortal, Sherlock Holmes, A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, Physics of the Impossible

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

bottle-fed a baby porcupine (the cutest baby animal EVER)!

Teach, Learn, Share

Would love to chat about nearly anything over some good food or a beer!

Countries I’ve Visited

Nepal, Thailand

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States