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Overview

  • 10 references 6 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in English; learning Chinese
  • 44, Male
  • Member since 2010
  • Human, Mechanical Engineer, Builder of Things, etc
  • I've got a BSME
  • From Gardiner, NY, USA
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About Me

CURRENT MISSION

Move to China and learn the language

ABOUT ME

At the time of writing this I've put my two week notice in at work, moved out of my house and stored most of my worldly possessions. At the end of my employment I am going to embark on an epic 6week motorcycle trip that will take me coast-to-coast in the USA 3 times. I will end on the west coast where I will catch a flight to China. Where in China you may ask . . . I'm working on figuring that out right now. I've currently got an F visa which will need to be changed should I find work in China, but I'll deal with that when I get there. Right now I'm looking for someplace to settle in for 3 months where I can meet some fantastic people, eat delicious food and figure out my next step.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I've hosted some, but mostly surfed.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I've only hosted a couple of people so far, but I've met a number of CS people through friends and look forward to meeting more in China, exploring and sharing.

Interests

running, hiking, camping, music, food and drink, culture, building things, motorcycle trips . . . and many more.

  • culture
  • writing
  • dining
  • running
  • drinking
  • music
  • hiking
  • camping
  • mountains

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

If you haven't gone for a night hike do it. The next full moon that has a clear sky, take a head lamp, and go for a hike away from civilization. It's amazing. I've hiked up mountains at night, slept on the peak and woken up to a beautiful sunrise coming up past the surrounding peaks.

Countries I’ve Visited

China, France, Germany

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States

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