I'm from Colorado, and I'm currently traveling all over the West Coast living out of my beloved HotelElement. I ride bikes, run on dirt, climb rocks, and I'm hoping to meet awesome people while on the road. Always searching for the quirky gems, while embracing the simple pleasures.

I'm a freelance writer/journalist (mostly outdoor lifestyle) and I work for a startup.

Beyond movement and outdoor enthusiasm, I'm a coffee snob, I love food, I love to laugh, and I love reading.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

There's no greater sense of community and sharing stories, homes, and meals makes for a wonderful experience. It reminds me that the world helps others out when in need and I want to open up my doors to do the same.

Interests

Writing, mountains, traveling, exploring, mountain biking, trail running, rock climbing, road riding, nordic and backcountry skiing, coffee, food, long road trips, desolate highways, dirt roads, books, zines, reading, philosophy, music, precarious adventures, cooking, certain habitual routines such as listening to NPR and drinking a french press every morning, finishing a bike ride with coffee and a pastry...

• writing
• books
• dining
• cooking
• coffee
• running
• drinking
• reading
• traveling
• music
• outdoor activities
• cycling
• skiing
• trail running
• rock climbing
• freelancing
• journalism
• road trips
• mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

Let's talk about all of these things, please.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've had some pretty incredible experiences, mostly physical accomplishments...over the years while grappling with how to identify myself through these adventures I decided that being Addie is just enough. Because it's a little too much :).

Teach, Learn, Share

I am eager to learn everything and I think the greatest gift someone can offer is knowledge. Teach me how to be a better climber, new techniques, how to build something, a piece of advice...

In turn, I would hope I can give back to others. I've always said that if I can inspire just one person through my writing then I've done my job.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I love to share stories. Listening to others and building a conversation is one of the things I treasure most. I also love cooking for others and I can always provide some tasty libations.

If you're an outdoor enthusiast I can surely show you some serious adventures.

If we aren't playing outside, I'd like to think I might be able to humor you and maybe even challenge you in Scrabble.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Canada, France, Mexico, Netherlands, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States