Hello my name is Jake, Im from Santa Cruz, California. I am an open minded, positive, hard working, respectful gentleman, heading to New Zealand in search of inspiration, new adventures, and great people. I enjoy being outside and exploring new areas. I especially love being near the ocean and forests.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To travel and meet new people.

Interests

Some of my interests include surfing, hiking, exploring, camping, skateboarding, mountain biking, playing/listening to music, art, connecting with people through music, festivals/concerts, bonfires on the beach, driving, traveling, cooking and eating great food, gardening/farming and animals etc.

• animals
• arts
• concerts
• festivals
• dining
• cooking
• recipes
• drinking
• gardening
• traveling
• animal care
• music
• cycling
• hiking
• camping
• surfing
• skateboarding
• languages
• beaches

Music, Movies, and Books

Rock N Roll, Reggae, Blues, Hip Hop, Jazz, Classical. I respect and appreciate music of all genres and cultures!

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Jumping off an epic rope swing at Kipu falls on the Island of Kauai in Hawaii.

Teach, Learn, Share

Experience and knowledge in horticulture/farming, surfing, music, automobile care, animal care, ect.
I would like to learn more about how to be fully self sufficient.
I am also very interested in learning more about other cultures' lifestyles and languages.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Great Stories.
Fun times and laughs.
Music that inspires me.
Knowledge of amazing places to visit in the United States (Specifically California)
Tasty food and drink recipes.
Auto care and maintence.
Knowledge about life.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, France, Germany, Mexico, Netherlands

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States