I was born in California. Moved around a lot as a child. Spent time in Portland, Hawaii and Missouri. Went to college in Rochester New York, Portland Oregon and New Orleans, Louisiana. I teach mostly undergraduate students science stuff. I'm not as dumb as I look, as someone once said to me. I know live in New Orleans, I have been here since 1998 with only two years of that spent in Portland for graduate school.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I wanted to find connections in new places I want to visit. Hopefully I can get advice about travel or perhaps even a place to stay for a few days. I think this type of interaction allows you to get to know new people at a higher level than perhaps meeting at a bar or something like that.

Please note that I can't host unverified people for safety reasons.

Interests

• beer
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• camping
• teaching
• netflix
• walking around
• drinking coffee
• visiting new places

Music, Movies, and Books

Like sci fi movies and series. Anything with Aliens is fun to watch. Listen to most music from rock to folk. I'm not a huge music fan, I just listen.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I rode my bike from Boston to West Yellowstone in my 20s.

What I Can Share with Hosts

If they are willing I may be able to take them kayaking or on a bike ride.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Costa Rica, Peru, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States