Hi, I am a former Alaskan now living in the Pacific Northwest with my fiance and cat. We love outdoor activities, like backpacking, camping, and hiking. We also love to play music ( our house is full of musical instruments)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I like to meet new people and learn new things

Interests

• cooking
• video games
• skiing
• language exchange
• music ( guitar, marimba, percussion)
• hiking and backpacking

Music, Movies, and Books

Indie music. Miyazaki and shinkai films.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

While living in Alaska, I lived in a cabin without running water in -40 temperatures.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach cooking ( I love to cook) , music, share stories, and practice language exchange.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Learn about my culture. Practice English ( and I'd like to practice my Japanese) . Offer advice on things to see in Olympia and Washington in general.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belize, Canada, France, Japan, Peru, Spain, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

Japan