I work as a science teacher in mid-coast Maine. I have 3 kids: 2 little girls and a 19-year old son we adopted from Ethiopia. I love doing just about anything outside. In 2005 I walked across the US from east to west. My wife and I have lived/worked at orphanages in Mexico.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

My neighbor is a veteran couch-surfer. His stories of meeting his best friend and finding jobs while couch surfing made me want to give it a try. Once in a while I go to teacher workshops and conferences around the state. I'd rather make a new friend than stay in a depressing motel room!

Interests

Nature. Reading classic books. Science. Drawing. Calligraphy. Drumming. Camping. Fixing stuff that would have gone to waste.

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Rush, Yes, Mozart, Beethoven, Peter Gabriel, Cherish the Ladies, Celtic music.
Movies: Shawshank Redemption, Brother Son and Sister Moon.
Books: The Righteous Mind, Chronicles of Narnia, Lord of the Rings, Brothers Karamazov, Dove.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've walked coast-to-coast across the US in a year. Camped out the whole way, met some amazing people, learned what it's like to be alone for a long time. Loved it!

Teach, Learn, Share

I'm a teacher by trade...
- Almost any topic in science.
- Wilderness skills, wild edible plants.
- Calligraphy, art, painting.
- I'm pretty handy at fixing things.
- Spanish.
- Ultimate frisbee.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm happy to fix anything around your house/yard.
Put me to work cleaning, fixing, cooking, whatever.
I'm quiet and well mannered.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Mexico

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States