Wild at heart as life is an adventure to be lived! Proud uncle of 13 (14th on its way), active lifestyle of sports and the great outdoors. Baseball is my first love of sports but love many others with a mind of an athlete. I have a love to explore and find hidden gems in the outdoors. I enjoy climbing high peaks to short hikes or just finding nice private beaches to grab some nice photos of as I enjoy landscape photography. I enjoy cooking as it is one form of artwork that is therapeutic. Camping has made its way into my life, so I like to venture out to a state or national park to explore the scenery and breath in some fresh air to camp or hang out. I enjoy solid community as I enjoy having fun, playing outside with an adventurous spirit, laughing, and meaningful conversations.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Want to experience New Zealand with some locals as life is meant to shared with others and in community! I'm exploring around New Zealand for 2 1/2 months and looking for many adventures and learning all the sweet local spots to explore around! Looking for those hidden gems.

Interests

Outdoors and sports

• swing dancing
• triathlon
• cycling
• hiking
• backpacking
• camping
• mountaineering
• sports
• baseball
• american football
• beaches
• mountains
• reading books
• family

Music, Movies, and Books

Classical and Oldies to Rhythm and Blues. Gladiator, The Sandlot, Braveheart, films based of a true story, and ones that have a meaning message and are Inspiring.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Spent two months in Malawi, Africa working at an orphanage.

Teach, Learn, Share

I know much about most sports and play many. An athlete at heart. I've also gotten into backpacking, hiking and mountaineering. I've also been learning more about nutrition and the human body as I've been training for an Ironman this coming November. I love to talk business as well as marketing. Always willing to share much about the States as I've been to many places. I'm an open book.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am always up for an adventure outside and/or a thoughtful conversation.

Countries I’ve Visited

Colombia, Malawi, Mexico, United States