This website illuminates my life and adventures. My longing for freedom has led me to over 2600 of the world’s 3978 provinces, to every country on earth and to the summit of the highest peak on each continent (thank heaven for good weather!). In my travels, I learned to respect the intelligence and ingenuity of people of all races and callings both past and present. Come see the world as I see it: as a peaceful place, full of nature and beauty. With the right spirit and intent, we can make our world a virtual Garden of Eden.
DISTINCTIONS: BBC 2017 Travel Pioneer • Journal Articles • Explorer’s Club Flag Expeditions
World Parks Project • Walk Across South America • Jeff Shea Travel Map
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UK, Bexley (London) Prov, Flower Wreath
Vietnam, Hung Yen Prov, Brick Factory
Galapagos, Blue Footed Boobies, 1997 - The bird life in the Galapagos was spectacular. Like in most places where man is not allowed to tamper with nature, it flourishes.
Laos, Sekong Prov, Farm Family
Latvia, Valka Prov, Landscape -
Chad, Ndjamena, Street Scene, 1990 - Ndjamena in 1990 was run down, but had evidence of a grander day.
Azerbaijan, Oguz Prov, Fields
Slovenia, Vrhnika Prov, Old Farm Device
Turkey, Mardin Prov, Bread Shop
Ecuador, Atop The Steam Train, 1979 - In 1979 I had the pleasure of riding on the top of the steam train from Guayaquil to Riobamba in Ecuador. This train is unusual, as there is a place where it climbs a cliff with the use of switchbacks. Here, is a view from the top of the train as we head up a verdant valley.