I'm working towards being a global citizen -- interpret how you wish. Nature captures my attention and I enjoy exploring its multiple facets. I've been a student nearly all of my adult life and have recently accepted a post-doctoral fellowship in Vancouver, BC, Canada, during which I will study the ecology and physiology of marine algae. I aspire to build my life around loved ones and the environment, and enrich it with travel experience.

*** I am currently between homes as I transition from New Zealand to Canada, apologies. ***

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm interested in meeting new people from all corners of the world, the primary intention being to enhance my understanding/interpretation of the world and its inhabitants. Of course, I also want to build a network for future travels!

Interests

Tramping/hiking, mountaineering, SCUBA diving, science, environmental stewardship, hunting + gathering, good food, good beer + wine. All of these things are better with great people!

• environment
• dining
• wine
• beer
• traveling
• hiking
• hunting
• mountaineering
• scuba diving
• ecology
• science

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Regina Spektor, David Bowie, Bon Iver, EL VY, The XX, Radiohead, The National, Nina Simone, Neil Young, Talking Heads, Ray LaMontagne, First Aid Kit, Simon & Garfunkel.

Authors: Haruki Murakami, Michael Chabon, John Steinbeck, John Fowles, Paulo Coelho, Kim Stanley Robinson.

Countries I’ve Visited

China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, South Korea, Vanuatu

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, Fiji, New Zealand, United States