I'm a curious girl exploring different societies and nature. My favorite adventures always include a backpack and a mountain!

I recently graduated with a master's in economics and quit my job doing economic research. I specialize in energy and environment economic policy. Now I'm traveling before I start my career.

Since May, I've gone to national parks all over the US, the Cook Islands, Spain, France, and Italy. I'm heading to Peru in a few weeks to finish off my travels.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I hope couchsurfing can help me to explore, connect, and learn about different societies and regions of the country.

Interests

My favorite trips usually involve hiking or some other outdoor activity. Additionally, I really enjoy slowing down and experiencing a culture. I don't typically prefer tourist attractions. I would rather visit a community where I can observe and take part in a different culture.

• culture
• reading
• hiking
• backpacking
• rock climbing
• lacrosse
• economics
• budget travel
• mountains
• travel
• mountain biking

Music, Movies, and Books

Music (lately): The Civil Wars, The Punch Brothers, most folk music, Tom Petty, Journey, Foreigner, Jimmy Hendrix, most Classic Rock

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I co-own a taekwondo school!

Teach, Learn, Share

I can talk economics, politics, philosophy, and travel all day! I'm always down to play games, sports, or anything outdoors. Or let's do something wild and stupid--those make for the best adventures and stories.

What I Can Share with Hosts

My goal is to have fun. So if you wanna have fun, let's have fun. If your the philosophical-economic type, we can chat. If you like sports and the outdoors, let's go do something!

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, China, Cook Islands, France, Hong Kong, Italy, Mexico, Spain, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, United States