I'm a chocolatier in Minnesota, and was a journalist before I changed careers. I live on four acres with my female partner, 3 cats, a dog, and honeybees. In the summer, we have three camping sites that we rent out, as well as equipment. But we also have a spare indoor bedroom and private bathroom available. I love being outdoors, like learning, and have a desire to learn more about cacao and chocolate-making techniques.

我为什么加入 Couchsurfing

Hotels provide one kind of experience, but not really a cultural one. To experience a place culturally, I believe we must connect with locals who can share their love for their home. I don't always come by this easily. By nature, I'm a bit of an introvert. But I'm often touched by the generosity of hosts, and I want to also provide this to travelers.

兴趣

Chocolate, cacao, pastry, artisan food, farming, birding, hiking, wildlife, active sports, music. I am eager to learn how to do needle felting.

• cats
• dogs
• wildlife
• chickens
• dining
• chocolate
• music
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• kayaking
• sports
• journalism
• waterfalls
• needle felting

我做过的一件不可思议的事情

A few years back, I stayed at the Ice Hotel in Canada. While this was very fun, the highlight of the trip was riding a toboggan in Quebec. An Indian woman asked if we would ride down with her small children. It was delightful and hilarious to share the experience with strangers-- who immediately became friends.

我可以与沙发主分享些什么

I am pleasant and optimistic, quiet and respectful, interested in hearing what you have to say, and willing to try many things.

我游览过的国家

Australia, Canada, Costa Rica, Mexico, New Zealand, Saint Lucia