Hey there! My name is Martha. After I graduated from college in 2019, I embarked on a massive solo road trip to visit all 50 national parks in the lower 48 states (of the US). I stayed with about 50 Couchsurfing hosts along the way, developing a deep love for the community.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

My past experiences with Couchsurfing made my travels so much more rich and fulfilling than if I hadn’t become involved in the community. Very excited to finally be able to give back.

Interests

I’ve mentioned most of them in my profile, but a couple others I haven’t are canyoneering and medicine.

• concerts
• coffee
• running
• board games
• backpacking
• film photography
• gym
• indie music

Music, Movies, and Books

Current favorite artists include Frazey Ford, Anna Ash, Riley Downing, Woody and Jeremy, Marty Robbins, Kyle Brew, El Riqué, and Jósean Log.

Favorite movies include Dumb & Dumber, My Cousin Vinny, and Face Off.

Currently reading Desert Solitaire.

Love me some podcasts. Faves include Tooth and Claw, Simple Stories in Spanish, Out Alive, and EMS 20/20.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

It’s hard to pick one, so here are a few:

- I’ve traveled for 5+ months 3 times in my life.
- My longest backpacking (in nature) trip was 11 days.
- I’ve lived in 8 US states: Oregon, Connecticut, Virginia, Georgia, Arizona, Maine, Utah, and Washington. Southern Utah is the place I call home now.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can give tips or answer questions about visiting any of the places I’ve traveled to or have lived in.

Happy to talk travel stories/cultural differences/language exchange. Currently learning Spanish!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I love to get to know my hosts, whether it be buying them a coffee, going on an adventure, or just walking around town! Happy to help around the house or make a meal to share. ☺️

Countries I’ve Visited

Colombia, Ecuador, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Peru, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States