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  • 101 references 75 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in English; learning Japanese, Māori, Swedish
  • 53, Male
  • Member since 2010
  • Tour Bus Driver
  • Not big on study, but all the basics, mostly school of li...
  • From Kaikohe, Northland, New Zealand
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About Me

ABOUT ME

Fun, adventurous, open minded, Kind and respectful.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To trick myself into believing Im travelling the world, without the bank statements to prove it. Its wonderful to be able to share my corner of the world with 1st timers, and just maybe make a special connection with others from totally different worlds. Theres probably a predetermined reason for all this as well..you know.. in the scheme of things, the bigger picture stuff. But if u don't take a risk and make a change..nothing changes. Im so going to travel the world and come meet all my guests again, love reunions! Welcome..

Interests

Learning about new and old people with their cultures and skills. Appreciating nature.. All outdoors activities, diving, fishing, hunting to eat, tramping, skiing, kayaking, horse riding, gardening..... singing and dancing, weapon training- swords, sticks, martial arts. Eating and movies, festivals, travelling...aaaah!

  • arts
  • culture
  • singing
  • festivals
  • dancing
  • gardening
  • movies
  • traveling
  • outdoor activities
  • fishing
  • kayaking
  • hunting
  • surfing
  • scuba diving
  • skiing
  • martial arts
  • fireshow
  • teaching youth drama

Music, Movies, and Books

Not big on reading..never have been-its to slow for my mind.

Music - yep, but not as much as Id like. Most genre. Its all good. Musicals get me going.

Love a movie session with a comfortable couch to slobout on.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

My daughter being born!
Whales in Kaikoura & Bay of Islands, NZ.
Village life and culture in the Solomon Islands.
Sunrise top of Fuji san.
Ran away with the circus.
Gave sum people on a public bus service the best experience so far.

Teach, Learn, Share

Im an open book, so whatever suits the situation...I'll help.
I run a youth drama theatre every monday for 5-16yrs. Workshops and holiday trips. I used to teach english in Japan, ran a military recruit course, and an environmental course. Can play the harmonica and maori flute. Love to sing and whistle, mimic animal/bird sounds. Teach basic juggling, headstand, martial arts, sword play, maori stick fighting, maori songs, fire dancing/breathing....aaah!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can be what you want from a guest. Respect, trust, friendship, fun and sharing. I make myself useful and show my thankfulness how ever suits. Im house trained, kid friendly, animal whisperer and can give a good massage! Pretty handy in the kitchen next to a real chef, and Iv done my share of dishes and vacuuming..

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, China, Cook Islands, Denmark, Italy, Japan, Norway, Poland, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Japan, New Zealand, Solomon Islands, Sweden

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