I am a long distance hiker*, backpacker, van-lifer and motorcycle-camper. I am travelling with about 25lbs/12kg (60L) of luggage.

I am passionate about travel and adventure. I started late (after a divorce and busy career) and I'm trying to see every country at a manageable pace of about 6-8 per year. I'm at bit behind right now at 15. I spend about 6 months a year away from home. I like experiencing new cultures and ways of life.

I am an independent person but I work well in a team environment. I can take orders and I do not participate in interpersonal drama. Polite, professional and prepared to prevail over any potential problem. I like meeting new people.

My previous work is mostly in the military and police environment from which I am now retired. As such I am experienced in fast-paced, high-consequence environment, but I prefer a laid-back and safety-conscious vibe now.

I enjoy a couple drinks socially (as in, one or two) but I don't "drink". Everything in moderation. I have no addiction issues.

I speak enough Spanish to survive and I am keen to improve. I am also learning French and Arabic, but I can't "speak" either.

*If hiking doesn't interest you skip this paragraph! I hike about 6 months of the year, between 4000 and 5000km (or more). I've done the PCT, CDT, Te Araroa, AZT and Alabama Pinhoti and some shorter but notable trails.

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My sailing experience is a one month trip from Puerto Rico to Florida via the Dominican Republic and Bahamas which was a mix of motor and sail including some sailboat problems and rough seas. I also sailed as a passenger in New Zealand.

I have had some lessons on a Sunfish. I'm very much a novice sailor, most useful as an extra hand or watchman. I want to learn and plan to get formal training so I can be safer, more useful and get on some cool boats!

I own a canoe and have done several week-long and shorter lake and river camping trips (the Bowron is my favourite).

I recently packrafted three weeks in Nunavut including the Arctic Ocean. My teammates would have me back and I plan to do more.

I don't love kayaking, but Ive done some in BC and New Zealand. I saw a penguin!

I've renovated homes and worked on my own vehicles. I've done periodic maintenance and diagnosed and repaired some sailboat problems such as Perkins 4.236, hydraulic steering, marine toilet. I like to read manuals and do it myself if I can. I'm gentle on equipment. I'm no mechanic, but I'm handyish.

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Thank you for reading my profile.

***I'm unavailable until after March 31, 2025, walking from Abu Dhabi through Oman and Saudi Arabia's Empty Quarter to Yemen.***

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