I would say I was bitten by the travel bug without even knowing when I was 19 working on a ranch in Colorado. I think I became weirdly addicted to stepping out my comfort zone or in other words putting myself in situations I know I would grow or learn from. I recently graduated from college with a degree in Food Science and a minor in packaging. Also, I am a huge Tottenham Hotspur fan #COYS.

My last job I spent 4 months working in Guatemala. I was working at a vegetable packing company it was definitely a challenge but also a very rewarding experience. It gave me such an urge to travel more without such a formal job. So I'm planning to do some more traveling and work small jobs through my travels for the next few months.

Eating and trying new foods is probably my favorite thing to do, I would try almost anything at least once. I definitely love to spend time in the kitchen and would love to learn as much about the local food culture as possible. I enjoy hiking/backpacking, I spent a week hiking through Death Valley and Zion. Biking on the mountain (got some scars to show) or around the city. Really anything that gets me outside, but the occasional lazy day, watching movies or reading is necessary. Life is a balance.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Found out about Couchsurfing through friends and really agreed with the concept/platform. I hope this can help me get in touch with with the locals and experience a life as would a local.

Interests

• cooking
• hiking
• basketball
• soccer
• adventure travel
• food
• mountain biking
• adventure

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: From my Spotify Wrapped up 2017. Minutes Listened: 69,848, Top Genre: Indietronica (didn't even know that was a Genre), Top Artists: Kendrick Lamar, Breakbot, Isaiah Rashad, Khruangbin, Broken Bells

Books: Most recent book read was "Micro" by Micheal Creighton and The Hobbit.

Movies: Rush Hour 2, The Invisible Guest, Oceans 11, Big on Netflix

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

- Won a county fair baking contest when I was 16, with sticky buns
- Was an outdoor school camp counselor for 10 twelve-year-olds
- Summited a 3976m volcano in Guatemala

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach: I wouldn't say I am qualified to teach cooking but I can definitely show you a few kitchen tricks and how to make a mean roast chicken.
Always willing and wanting to learn the local language, history, and culture.
Can share a good ultimate frisbee game or just a casual throw in the park

What I Can Share with Hosts

Food
Cold Beverages
Music
Good Stories

Countries I’ve Visited

Denmark, England, Germany, Ireland, Netherlands, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

Guatemala, Spain, United States