This website illuminates my life and adventures. My longing for freedom has led me to over 2450 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
Slovenia, Bovec Prov, Mountainscape
Thailand, Chachoengsao Prov, Boat
Bakery Cashier, 2002
Afghanistan, Kabul Province (Wilayat) - 35mm film
Thailand, Chaiyaphum Prov, Temple
Morocco, Atlas Mountains, Mohamed, 1988 - I had gone to climb Mount Toubkal but was turned back by snow, lack of gear and an unwilling guide. I decided to walk back through a different valley than that by which I arrived. I was told that when I got to the village at the bottom of the gorge, I should search for Mohamed. I was given a small photograph so that I could identify him. When I arrived, it was growing dark. A man appeared from his house and inquired who I was. I showed him the photograph. He motioned that it was he, Mohamed! Mohamed invited me to eat with his family and spend the night. His wife prepared couscous. Everyone ate with their right hand.
UK, Halton Prov, House
Slovenia, Idrija Prov, Umbrella Sunlight
Bangladesh, Habiganj Prov, Country House
Solomon Islands, Malaita, Black Teeth, 1982 - A Kwaio woman of Malaita in the Solomon Islands blackens her teeth to enhance her beauty.
Thailand, Phetchaburi Prov, Seaside Temple