Laid-back, friendly, and curious.

I work as a Physical Therapist Assistant in a local clinic. I’m also a high school soccer coach, and I’m also the founder and operator of a kayak rental business that you should definitely check out while in town: https://kingfisherkayaking.com/

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I do it to support a more open and loving world.

Interests

I'm interested in everything, but right now I try to mostly focus my attention on kayaking, physical therapy, soccer, travel, etc.

Music, Movies, and Books

So many artists have influenced me over the years but I'll just go with some recent stuff that has had a huge impact on me personally.

Books: Lost Connections by Johann Hari
When the Body Says No by Gabor Mate
How to Change Your Mind by Michael Pollan

Movies: Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
The Florida Project
American Honey

Music: Rod Wave, John Denver, Polo G

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Got lost in Death Valley National Park and nearly died.

Biked across Pennsylvania: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HvcChPLsSeQ)

... and Wisconsin (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=II18vsEx53E)

Backpacked through the Ozark Mountains in Arkansas.

Solo motorbiking trip in northern Vietnam.

World Naked Bike Ride in Chicago.

Lots of long road trips across the US and Canada, got plenty of stories to share and words of advice if you are planning on going anywhere in the US.

Lots of crazy kayak/canoe trips around Illinois.

Teach, Learn, Share

I have a passion for learning, please tell me all about yourself and your hometown.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Free kayak trips on local rivers around Champaign-Urbana.

I’ve lived in Illinois my whole life and can tell you plenty of stories about the area and answer any questions you have about this place.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Canada, Dominican Republic, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Puerto Rico, Slovakia, Switzerland, Taiwan, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States