Raised by curiosity and the Boy Scouts of America, I gained my outdoor knowledge through trial, error, and handbooks. I love everything about our natural world and do everything I can to live a lifestyle that protects our delicate ecosystem and educate anyone wanting to learn about it.

Traveling and hiking are my all time favorite ways to feel connected to this planet we call home. I love meeting new people and getting into crazy adventures so naturally my preferred mode of transportation is by way of human kindness (hitch hiking, ride sharing, tandem cycling, etc.) So if I end up in your hometown and you're feeling altruistic I'd love to meet up and learn about your way of life!

Curiosity is my religion.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Because I believe in the optimism of humanity, and I don't own a house in every state.

Interests

Hiking, Climbing, Kayaking, Education, Learning, Meeting new people, Art, and our world.

Also I'm always down for a coffee fueled philosophical discussion!

• arts
• dancing
• education
• cooking
• coffee
• traveling
• guitar
• outdoor activities
• cycling
• hiking
• backpacking
• kayaking
• rock climbing
• teaching
• religion

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: BIG FISH!!!!! and the Iron Giant.

Music: Counting Crows, Listener, Tom Waits, The White Stripes, The Dead Weather

Books: The Alchemist, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, The Prophet, anything by Emerson, Thoreau, and H.S. Thompson.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

love/loved unconditionally.

but as far as adventures go... I have many stories to share :)

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach you backpacking basics, personal insights, and I can show you how to dance your butt into a whole new dimension.

I would love to learn your story, I'm FASCINATED by people!!!!

and I can share my time, my love, and my guitar riffs.

What I Can Share with Hosts

basic crappy manly cooking skills, hard working hands, strong back, and optimism for a new day!

Countries I’ve Visited

Colombia, Honduras, Mexico, Venezuela