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Overview

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  • Fluent in English; learning Tagalog
  • 29, Male
  • Member since 2013
  • Youth Programs Coordinator
  • BA in Recreation Programming -- Western Washington Univer...
  • From Gig Harbor, WA, USA
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About Me

CURRENT MISSION

Limit consumerism and embrace minimalism. Encourage self-sustainability.

ABOUT ME

I am a recent college graduate from a semi-sheltered town. That much has nudged me in the direction of travel, and pushing the extremes of my comfort zone in doing so.
I am a lover of the outdoors, especially alpine skiing, backpacking, trail running, etc. I am open-minded to all religions/philosophies that promote a healthy state of mind, body and soul.
I have been vegetarian for four years.

PHILOSOPHY

"... it is the small everyday deeds of ordinary folk that keep the darkness at bay."

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I appreciate sustainable and culturally authentic travel.
I enjoy learning about people from all walks of life.

Interests

Alpine skiing, trail running, backpacking, cycling, bicycle touring, drumming, laughing, exploring, climbing random objects, overcoming heights

  • writing
  • vegetarian
  • dieting
  • running
  • traveling
  • minimalism
  • outdoor activities
  • cycling
  • backpacking
  • skiing
  • trail running
  • rock climbing
  • religion
  • mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies!: I'm a fan of most movies that are animated, science-fiction, horror, superhero/action...
Music: Sylvan Esso, Death Cab for Cutie, Michael Jackson
Books: The Road, The Sound of Gravel, To the Last Breath, Pigs in Heaven

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Bicycle toured the Washington Cascade Mountains on $2.50 a day.

Teach, Learn, Share

I've spent a long time in the bicycle industry as a salesman and novice mechanic, was once well-versed in several instruments, and have quite a bit of athletic experience. I also consider myself a talented writer!

I am incredibly open minded to new religious practices and express interest in gastronomy. I enjoy listening to folks' adventure stories and their outlook on the family as an institution.

Countries I’ve Visited

United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States

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