I have grown up in the Portland area and have lived here most of my life. I spent last year in Bend exploring Central Oregon and the Eastern Cascades, basking in the sun therapy. I was working for a retail Garden Center taking care of flowers for the most part for work. I recently have moved back and currently work as a Machine Operator at a garage door manufacturing facility.

I enjoy exploring the city, finding new digs for eatin', running, reading, gardening, and tinkering on a variety of projects at home.

I have some college education from OIT, PCC, and PSU. I studied Environmental Science and Biology for the most part, however never graduated.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I very recently moved back to Portland from Bend and have not found a space to rent yet. I am hoping to find a convenient location near my new work where I can sleep and shower. I am open to anything from 1 night to a couple weeks until I settle into a new home. I currently stay in my truck, however it isn't as bad as it sounds; I have it outfitted for car camping and it's quite comfortable.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I have Couchsurfed only one time before years ago. I met a trusting, open, and amazing woman in Seattle during a weekend gardening workshop. Venice Wong saved my bank account

Interests

Being outdoors, hiking, running, walking, listening to music, playing piano and bass, going to the mountains to ski or hike, the coast to surf or beach comb, meet with friends and enjoy a drink.

• running
• walking
• music
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• skiing
• mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: I love fantasy, adventure, action, comedies, dramas and thrillers.

Books: Nature, religion, self-help, alternative medicine, history, fiction, as well as the occasional cook book from cover to cover. Mark Twain, Chuck Palahniuk, and Daniel Quinn are some of my favorite authors

Music: Love indie folk, but I'm liable to have anything on from jazz to metal

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Hiked a 100 mile section of the PCT in Washington in 2010, A beautiful, solo week long trip I wouldn't trade for anything. I'd love to complete the whole trek.

Teach, Learn, Share

For my first career attempt I was a paramedic, so any first aid skills you'd like to brush up on I'd love to help you out with

Countries I’ve Visited

Malaysia, Mexico, Thailand

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States