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
N Ireland, Balleymena Prov, Stone Building
Papua New Guinea, Mendi Widow Side View, 1983 - It seemed that the tradition of wearing these beads while in mourning not only served to notify others of her status but also served to discourage suitors by hiding her body.
Iran, Esfahan, Mosque Tiles, 1984 - The mosques in Esfahan are famous for their remarkable tiles. This photograph illustrates the brilliance of the architecture, workmanship and superlative tiles.
Turkey, Bitlis Prov, Sheep Camp
UK, Gwynedd Prov, Rock Wall Up Mountainside
Melting Sea Ice, 2007
Arctic Ocean
For the ice to melt and refreeze annually is normal. But the truth is that the Arctic ice pack is decreasing in size.
Slovenia, Zalec Prov, Vine Poles
Cambodia, Siem Reab Prov, Sleeping Girls in Angkor Wat
Vietnam, Nghe An Prov, Temple Sculpture Horse -
USA, Guam, Sunset