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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
@john_bae
Member since 2014
PHILOSOPHY There are 3 types of people in the world: Those that make things happen. Those that watch others make things happen. Those that didn't know something happened. "Awkwardness is growth...and I'm very awkward."
Interested in Adventure Sports
Interested in Dining out
Fluent in English
Learning Chinese (Simplified)
Why I'm on Couchsurfing
I love travel stories and adventures and learning about new cultures.
Music, Movies, and Books
Tragically Hip. Rush. Ellie Goulding. George Ezra.
One Amazing Thing I've Done
Quit my job at 31 and became marketing manager of Siberian wood factory , 1000 km away from the middle of nowhere. Hiked Hesquiat Trail on Vancouver Island. Visited Omo tribes in Ethiopia wearing my Hockey Jersey. Helped American Vietnam Veterans.
Teach, Learn, Share
Hiking local secret spots. Camping /Backcountry gear. Korean / Japanese food. Ice skating? Golf?
What I Can Share With Hosts
Outdoor adventures. I have a 4x4 truck and a cool dog.
My Interests
Hiking, backcountry camping, skiing, fishing, golf, hockey, dogs, music, travelling!