Hi there! I am Isaiah, but most just call me Izzy. As a seasonal worker, I spend most my summers in Seward, Alaska, nestled just within Kenai Fjords National Park. Over the years, I've worn many hats, including being a snowboard instructor, barista, carpenter, and next, a deckhand and housekeeper.

I'm a lifelong student with a perpetual hunger for meaning and understanding. I enjoy delving into a variety of topics, and sometimes I can't help but geek out about them. I spent a semester studying aerospace engineering at UTK, but I haven't made up my mind about whether or not I'll return.

While I'm originally from Knoxville, I consider the entire planet to be my hometown. As a couchsurfer, I'm excited to meet new people and discover the unique qualities of different places. So, if you're looking for a curious, adventurous, and open-minded host, I'm your person!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Looking to meet interesting folks and see the world. The only thing better than experiencing something new is sharing that experience with a like-minded individual.

Interests

• literature
• architecture
• photography
• concerts
• wine
• beer
• yoga
• aviation
• bouldering
• woodworking
• hiking
• backpacking
• sailing
• snowboarding
• engineering
• film photography
• spirituality
• whiskey
• healthy lifestyle
• magic the gathering
• vanlife

Music, Movies, and Books

Music:
Shakey Graves, Frank Sinatra, Tommy Emanuel, Modest Mouse, Lord Huron, Nathaniel Rateliff, Bon Iver, Ben Howard, Mt. Joy, Runnner, Caamp, Rush, Bob Dylan, Tyler Childers, Jamestown Revival, instrumental jazz, lo-fi, and anything innovative/experimental

Movies:
• Anything Studio Ghibli
• The Secret Life of Walter Mitty
• Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
• Submarine
• Youth In Revolt
• Good Will Hunting
• Into the Wild
• Free Solo
• Harry Potter (Azkaban is my favorite)
• Lord of the Rings + The Hobbit (extended versions all the way)

TV

Books: I’ve only recently developed an interest in reading, so my library is a bit slim. Here are a few of my favorites so far!
• Everything That Remains
• The War of Art
• Good to Great
• Harry Potter
• Zen and the Art & Lila by Robert Pirsig

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I hiked over 300km on the Camino de Santiago in the north of Spain, obtaining the Compostela.

Teach, Learn, Share

I’m a fairly seasoned guitarist and a very experienced barista and am always happy to share what knowledge I have! I also used to work as a snowboard instructor, so catch me on the slopes for some free lessons. Would love to improve my Español, so bonus points if you can help with that!

I am also eager to crew on a sailboat soon as it has long been a dream of mine to sail around the world!

What I Can Share with Hosts

• Coffee
• Contemplative discussions about the pursuit of living well
• Nerdy ramblings regarding tech, physics, card games, etc.
• Any wisdom I feel I have the credibility to share
• I’m happy to cook/clean/repair anything you may need!

Countries I’ve Visited

Aruba, Canada, Portugal, Spain

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States