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
Lithuania, Telsiu Prov, Glass Shadow -
India, Rajasthan Family With House, 1984 - Judith and I stumbled upon this farm at dusk on our first night out from Jaipur. This family let us stay for the night. They were very kind, giving us milk and a lump of sugar. The humbleness of their life is illustrated by the dwelling in the background.
Jeff Shea with Wigman’s Wig, 1983 Papua New Guinea, Southern Highlands Province, Koroba - 35mm Kodachrome film They urged me to put on a wig. To their delight, I complied!
Vietnam, Can Tho Prov, Pig
Bangladesh, Sirajganj Prov, Girl Orange Veil
Bouvet, Zodiac 7 Life Jackets Incapacitate Passengers, 2006 - The loose life jackets open above the head, preventing the passengers from seeing.
Thailand, Samut Prakan Prov, Ambulance
Azerbaijan, Agsu Prov, Landscape
Slovenia, Divaca Prov, House Front
Myanmar, Magway Prov, Water For Worshippers -