I'm an energetic, outdoorsy, vegan, science educator. If I am awake there is a good chance I am smiling. I'm optimistic and I don't sweat the small stuff. I really like to dance and can regularly be found dancing around in my kitchen.

I would likely classify myself as a jack of all trades (and a master of none), and am often classified by others as a nerd. I'm okay with that.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I've met nothing but lovely people on couchsurfing, and I've learned a lot from each of them. I find surfing is great way to travel in a new city, and hosting is an excellent way to keep the city I live in feeling new.

Interests

I enjoy reading, rock climbing, running, cycling, hiking, and making videos. Also, Im a big time science geek.

• dancing
• vegetarian
• yoga
• running
• traveling
• painting
• cycling
• hiking
• surfing
• rock climbing
• teaching
• science

Music, Movies, and Books

I've decided that The Talking Heads are a religion, and I've read The Martian enough times that I could probably quote half of it.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I measured the world with my bicycle and two sticks.

Teach, Learn, Share

Take me on a hike and I can teach about all kinds of awesome plants and ecological interactions. I can also walk quietly, I promise. I used to teach rock-climbing, and whether your looking to try it out for the first time, or just have someone belay you - I'm game. I'm learning German, and am always looking for someone to speak with me like they might with a 4th grader.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Cambodia, Canada, Costa Rica, Denmark, Dominican Republic, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Laos, Netherlands, Singapore, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada