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
India, Calcutta, Food Line, 1984 - My first major trip around the world introduced me to the reality of poverty. Here in Calcutta a man looks unwelcoming up at my camera.
Slovenia, Slovenj Gradec Prov, Church On Hill
Thailand, Loei Prov, Khong River Dusk
Slovenia, Skofja Loka Prov, Number 37 Spodnji Trg
Myanmar, Unknown Prov, Boat -
French Guiana, French Guiana Prov, Lighthouse On Devils Island
Thailand, Yasothon Prov, Fruit Stands
Papua New Guinea, Huli Wigmen with Woman, 1983 - This photograph was taken on my first day in Koroba, Papua New Guinea. The Koroba wigmen were friendly; here, they pose with a woman. The Huli wigmen were among the most colorful, imaginative people on earth. They were truly living art. (See other photos, including those in my 1983 journal.)
Latvia, Bauskas Prov, Pilot On The Watch -
Gambia, Stone Circles, 2003 - The Stone Circles are in eastern Gambia. To my surprise, there are apparently many areas in the vicinity with similar monoliths, reminiscent of Stonehenge. There are more permanent ancient permanent sites in Africa than just the Great Zimbabwe Monument!