After 5 years working in engineering, I couldn't tolerate another moment indoors. In early 2016 I walked outside, and kept walking. Since then I've divided my time between wilderness backpacking the western USA, commercial fishing in Alaska, teaching experiential outdoor ed., and playing with science - out of curiosity and delight instead of obligation. Life is good.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To broaden my horizons through new perspectives and shared experiences.

Interests

• backpacking
• surfing
• hitchhiking
• adventure
• learning
• climbing
• environmentalism

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

solo wilderness backpacked for several thousand miles

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach: how to light a cat-food can alcohol stove in high winds and low temperatures
Learn: multi-pitch sport climbing, and whatever is of interest to present company
Share: hot cups of tea and happiness

What I Can Share with Hosts

Introduction to some of the local mountains, a positive attitude, comfortable silence or engaging conversation as desired.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Japan, Mexico

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States