I am Kara. I grew up in Connecticut and New Hampshire and have a passion for the outdoors and the activities it offers. My love of mountains and nature blossomed after a trip to the White Mountains in New Hampshire as a college student. I have also spent 6 months living in Galway, Ireland and traveled elsewhere in Europe and the UK. After graduating college I moved to California for the chance to live and work in places I always dreamed about. I love meeting new people, cooking, running, hiking, skiing, doing yoga, and dog sitting. Currently I reside in South Lake Tahoe and work for the Forest Service.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am Couchsurfing because I feel it is not only a convenient and affordable way to travel but also to learn about other people.

Interests

I love cooking, running, skiing, hiking, biking, doing yoga, knitting, reading, hanging out by alpine lakes, and playing with dogs.

• dogs
• cooking
• yoga
• running
• crafts
• gardening
• reading
• traveling
• pottery
• knitting
• music
• outdoor activities
• cycling
• hiking
• skiing
• lakes
• mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

I love Brandi Carlile, Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeroes, The Devil Makes Three, Grace Potter and The Nocturnals, the list goes on..........I can't think of any movies, but I love Parks & Rec! As for books, I love Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I created a garden with no gardening experience....I had so much produce I had to give it away! I also oddly know how to replace a toilet! I replaced 5 in one day last year!

Teach, Learn, Share

I am a Nutritionist. I am always happy to talk about the things I have learned with others (If they inquire).....I am also a dog sitter so I am happy to help people out with that. I always want to learn more about gardening, music, and crafts (i.e. if you make jewelry, pottery, carpentry etc.)

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am a flexible person. I do not need much and if you do not want to be bothered I won't! If you do want to interact, I am happy to though. I am happy to cook for you as well. I was a backcountry cook for a trail crew for 6 months!

Countries I’ve Visited

England, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

Ireland