Hello! I work as a wildlife biologist in Zion National Park where I mainly study Mexican Spotted Owls, but also work on several projects with all of the incredible wildlife we have here. I also am an instructor for our search and rescue team where I teach technical climbing and canyon rescue as well as lead operations in the field and do patient care as an EMT. I am from Utah and love experiencing the wilderness here through any form of recreation.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love meeting new people and I think that this is the best way to travel and truly experience a culture when visiting a place.

Interests

I am lucky to live in a place where I can work and play outdoors in beautiful settings.

• cooking
• reading
• live music
• backpacking
• mountaineering
• mountain biking
• activism
• climbing
• canyoneering
• birdwatching
• packrafting
• rescue

Music, Movies, and Books

Currently reading: Death Valley in '49 by William Lewis Manley

Teach, Learn, Share

Throughout my life I have taught dozens of people rope skills to safely climb walls and travel through slot canyons as well as rescue themselves if they ever get in a bind. I love sharing my home with people when they come through and visit.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I like to think of myself as a good cook and absolutely love to make meals for people. If you want to learn how to climb or go canyoneering I love to teach people. Socially, I am happy with everything from relaxing and reading a book to partying with people or going out doing wild multi day climbs or canyons. I am just excited to meet new people and experience new cultures.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Canada, French Polynesia, Mexico, New Zealand

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, New Zealand, United States