Hello! I'm a traveler at heart, currently in Swannanoa, North Carolina. I'm the Assistant Farm Manager at Warren Wilson College, my alma mater, and it is the BEST job. I get to raise grass-fed beef and lamb, pastured pork and poultry, and small grains and forage while leading a crew of 25 college students. It lets me combine my three great passions; agriculture, food, and education. How cool is that? Because my job is so place-based, I don't get to travel a bunch anymore.
When I'm not chasing naughty pigs or driving big machines, I like drawing, music, good movies, and the outdoors. Can't wait to meet you!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I have been filled with endless gratitude every time someone has let me stay with them. Couchsurfing reminds me that there's good the world, and that it's important to cultivate that good.

Interests

Sustainable agriculture, livestock, plants, geology, hiking, road biking, cooking, eating!

• education
• dining
• cooking
• movies
• traveling
• drawing
• music
• outdoor activities
• cycling
• hiking
• agriculture
• teaching
• geology

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've reaching inside a cow who was struggling to give birth and untangled a set of twins, saving mama's life. Felt pretty cool about that...

Teach, Learn, Share

I'm happy to teach you a little more about food systems in America, or some cooking tips, or talk your ear off about the importance and philosophy of work in a college education.

I'd like to learn more about what you do, why you love your hometown, and what experiences made you who you are today!

I'd be sharing a sense of adventure and positivity.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm happy to bring you some meat that I raise if there's enough notice and that's your jam. I'm a gentle listener, a good cleaner, and an open minded soul. I'd love to draw you something, help in the yard, or give you a hand around the house.

Countries I’ve Visited

Cuba, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Tanzania

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States