I live in Sydney, Australia and spend a lot of time planning my next outdoor adventures. I work as an environmental campaigner trying to convince the Australian Government to make better renewables policies and spend a lot of time encouraging volunteers to take action in this area as well.

At the moment I'm having a short break from work after a pretty devastating federal election here. (We have a Prime Minister who is proud of stopping refugees from coming to Australia.. it's really depressing)

For years when I lived in Brisbane my home was the go to for out-of-town friends needing a place for few days and with four housemates we knew a lot of people. We also hosted people through warm showers (folks touring by bike). I love meeting new people and hearing about adventures they've been on.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

At the moment I'm on a short overseas trip to do some adventuring in Europe.

I like couch surfing because it promotes a caring world community to welcome folks you haven't met into your home and I like the idea of trading to get what you need, sort of an alternative economy.

Interests

I'm pretty active when I'm at home - I play netball and basketball and ride my bike everywhere. Also enjoy a good dinner party and boardgames. This year I've been going out for 3 day bike touring adventures and canyoning in the Blue Mountains in summer. I can also get lost in a good book.

• arts
• books
• environment
• dining
• cooking
• traveling
• cycling
• hiking
• surfing
• boxing

Music, Movies, and Books

I'm an avid reader, mostly anything fictional I can get my hands on. I've just finished reading Room by Emma Donoghue a very intriguing novel.
Some memorable books for me are Kafka on the Shore, The Skin of a Lion, The Dispossessed, Jitterbug Perfume.
As for movies, I prefer ones that make you think or don't have a typical hollywood ending, but I do watch those when I need to tune out.
I'm also a fan of cards and board games like Settlers of Catan.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

On a road trip from Brisbane to Darwin I camped at Kakadu National Park - stunning gorges with turquoise water and crocodiles! Even spotted a dingo or two staking out our campfire dinner. Talk about exhilarating!

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach you some card games like Euchre or 500.
Cooking a decent meal from whatever is at hand is a skill I've developed over years of house and food sharing with a weekly mixed vegetable box.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Good conversation, a home cooked meal and a bun pun or three.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Austria, Belgium, Cambodia, China, Cuba, Czech Republic, Ecuador, France, Guatemala, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland, Scotland, Singapore, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Ecuador, Mexico, Scotland, United Kingdom