ABOUT ME

I am a biologist, conservationist, and outdoor recreation leader. I lead trips backpacking, whitewater rafting, and doing habitat restoration. I love living in the PNW, and spend as much time as possible laughing and being outside.

PHILOSOPHY

Be the change you want to see in the world.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I host and surf.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I have hosted folks from Canada, Australia, Austria, Germany, and the US. I have also surfed a few couches in my day so I can appreciate both sides of this relationship.

Interests

• birds
• dancing
• breakfast
• beer
• yoga
• restoration
• piano
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• backpacking
• whitewater rafting
• table tennis
• biology
• medicine
• rockclimbing

Music, Movies, and Books

Bluegrass, Bossa Nova, Charlie Chaplin, Hitchhiker's Guide, Conversations With God, Cosmos, Battlestar Galactica

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

A 3 month road trip across America living in a van hitting every national park on the way. Living in the back of Waipi'o Valley off the grid on the Big Island of Hawai'i.

Teach, Learn, Share

I am an emergency medical technician, outdoor trip leader, whitewater rafting guide, ordained minister, conservationist, and biologist. I am knowledgable about the natural history and native species of the Northwest.

I would love to learn more about farming, permaculture designs and sustainable agriculture.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Stories, garden fresh fruit and vegetables, a place to sleep, bon fire, bikes and friendship.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, France, Italy, Spain, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States