CURRENT MISSION

Expand my mindset and gain insight into other cultures (including local subsets of American culture).

ABOUT ME

23 years old, dreamer, schemer, and whole-hearted believer in finding solace in the outdoors. Growing up in California, I've realized how spoiled I am with beautiful views and wonderful people. I try to live with a "try anything once" attitude, and thus far, it's served me well.

I'm currently working as a seasonal firefighter and therefore have 6 months off a year. Time to play, travel, and do everything I don't get a chance to do while I'm working.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

None so far! Hoping to change this soon.

Interests

The environment, animals, plants, rock climbing, hiking, backpacking, music, politics (although it seems I'm on a 2 week delay for any new information), spirituality.

• animals
• culture
• environment
• cooking
• wine
• running
• politics
• traveling
• music
• piano
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• backpacking
• rock climbing
• ecology
• emergency services
• mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: Jurassic Park, Kill Bill, The Fountain

Music: The Devil Makes Three, Dispatch, 60's & 70's rock

Books: Life of Pi, A Thousand Splendid Suns, anything by Ray Bradbury

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Everywhere I've traveled, I've been privileged to see amazing thunderstorms. When I backpacked through Italy, we spent a day sitting on the porch of our hostel while sipping wine and watching the rain play over the mountains. While in New Zealand, we sat on top of our campervan and watched lightning flicker over the forest. In Peru, it was every night in Cusco. As soon as the sun set, we'd run back up the hills to our hostel, snuggle down in the sunroom overlooking the city, and watch fantastic displays of lightning and thunder.

No matter how homesick you feel, there's nothing like a good storm to make you feel small and a part of your surroundings.

Teach, Learn, Share

I'm always looking to teach about temperate forest ecology, and looking to learn anything about the natural environment.

As for specifying what I can teach, not quite sure. I can cook (teach you how to roll sushi), play the piano (teach you basic songs), and love being outside (teach you how to identify trees).

Countries I’ve Visited

Italy, New Zealand, Peru

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States