I love traveling with a backpack and camera, meeting new people, and generally immersing myself in cultural experiences. It's a bonus if trekking, camping, or climbing are involved.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I prefer staying with locals and building lasting relationships - connections which last long after I've left.

Interests

My interests are quite varied. I enjoy rock climbing and mountaineering, photography, and wandering. I love experiencing the character of a city beyond the tourist traps.

• photography
• traveling
• backpacking
• camping
• mountaineering
• rock climbing

Music, Movies, and Books

Books:
My favourite book is 'Shantaram' by Gregory David Roberts. It was highly recommended by a fellow traveler while I was living in Nepal, and is the reason why I picked it up. I am now half-way through 'The Mountain Shadow' and although it has my attention, it does not have the same impact that the first book had on me.

I devoured "Siddhartha" by Hermann Hesse in a 24 hour period in two sitting on a patio in Toronto during two sunny summer days.

Movies:
Chungking Express
Life in a Day

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I once spent 10 days alone in the wilderness. It changed me.

Teach, Learn, Share

I speak English fluently, and make an effort to speak the local language whenever I am able to. I also don't mind having conversations in English if that is helpful for you to learn.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share my story and experience, as will as listen to your own. Alcohol? Dinner?

Countries I’ve Visited

Cuba, Ecuador, France, Hong Kong, Jamaica, Nepal, Poland, Spain, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, Ecuador, Nepal, Poland, Spain