CURRENT MISSION

To gain a wealth of experience in the world

ABOUT ME

I'm Jon. I like to play outside, travel, make people laugh, and get a drink or two.

PHILOSOPHY

Live life

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

As a guest, I can help out in whatever way I am asked. I will take out garbage, clean dishes, buy beer, or whatever else anyone asks me to do. So, please ask.
As host, I have a car and can show you around some things in Alaska, or at least give you a couch.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

Just hosted my first guest. Took her to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to see some bears and other animals, and then showed her the nightlife in Anchorage.

Interests

Hiking, running, soccer, snowboarding, biking, and anything outdoors. Also, beer, social life, going out.

• animals
• wildlife
• beer
• marathon
• running
• coach
• nightlife
• drinking
• traveling
• outdoor activities
• cycling
• hiking
• snowboarding
• soccer
• volunteering

Music, Movies, and Books

I just read Born to Run. Amazing story that gets into endurance running, history, physiology, Kinesiology, native tribes. It was very inspirational, educational, and really interesting and fun to read.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

just raced a wilderness marathon called Crow Pass Crossing. Also, just participated in the Klondike Road Relay, which is a 110 mile international running relay race from Alaska to Canada.

Teach, Learn, Share

I have a TEFL Certificate. (Teaching English as a Foreign Language)
I have also worked at various levels from children to university level as a soccer coach, both volunteer and paid. I find teaching a lot of fun, and hope to do more in the future.

Countries I’ve Visited

Finland, France, Italy, Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

Costa Rica, Spain, United Kingdom, United States