Lovin and livin life since 1991. Born and raised in Oregon with a deep love for the great outdoors. I'm moving out to Homer, AK for the summer to work on a charter fishing boat and want to explore as much of Alaska as I can while I'm there!! Any and all suggestions, tips, hangouts are welcome! Although I'm not currently available to host, that may change when I find somewhere to live in Homer.

My passions include hiking, music, making connections with people, helping others, learning, food, wine, hiking, hiking, and.....well. Hiking. And basically anything outdoors. Looking to really get into the tourism/hospitality/health and fitness industries...I know thats broad but thats where I'm at. I'm saying yes to things that will help me grow and develop a better idea of what I want my future to look like, and just doing what feels right.

I'm a pretty independent and social person. I would love to be shown around the town/hiking routes etc but if you've got other plans/work/school thats fine...Im very curious and also like to explore places by myself. I enjoy being out of my comfort zone and being open to all opportunities that are presented. I love to teach and to learn and engage in meaningful conversation. That being said, I'm not a particularly serious person. I'm light hearted, like to have fun, and love spur of the moment activities.

IG: Chelsea_Schmitt

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Meet new people, travel, host, you name it! So far I love couch surfing and want to continue!!

Interests

Hiking, running, crossfit, volleyball, climbing, kayaking, cooking, animals, snowboarding (although I'm not particularly great at it), charcoal/pastels, eating, drinking, exchanging life stories, horseback riding, reading, philosophy, problem solving

• animals
• dining
• cooking
• wine
• fitness
• running
• crossfit
• drinking
• boating
• reading
• traveling
• eating out
• music
• outdoor activities
• equestrian
• fishing
• hiking
• kayaking
• surfing
• scuba diving
• snowboarding
• rock climbing
• volleyball
• tourism

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Anything that moves me in some way or just makes me feel what I need to feel right then.

Movies: Monty Python and the Holy Grail, White Christmas, Pride and Prejudice, Blood Diamond, Anchorman, LOTR (1&2), The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, Vicky Christina Barcelona, Rent, Step Brothers, Zoolander ..and a whole lot more.

Books: Into the Wild, Wild, The Hobbit/LOTR, The Prophet, A Long Way Gone, The Principles of Psychology, The Giver, The Rainbow Goblins, Wild

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Shark cage diving in South Africa

Teach, Learn, Share

I like to do all of these things.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Hm, what can I share with you? Well, for starters (not to brag buuuut...) I'm a pretty awesome cook and would be delighted to make you dinner! I can share my life experiences with you and hopefully we can share some good times together. I like to hear other peoples perspectives on life and love and travel and pretty much everything so I guess I can share my curiosity and conversation with you. I'm very easy to get along with and like to think I'm a pretty courteous guest. I clean up after myself and if you want I won't bother you and I'll stay out of your hair. That being said, if you want to hang, I'll totally be down for pretty much anything that sounds fun!

Countries I’ve Visited

Bahamas, Canada, Croatia, France, Greece, Iceland, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden

Countries I’ve Lived In

South Africa, United States