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
Berber Mother Spinning Wool, 1988 Morocco, Atlas Mountains
Thailand, Ranong Prov, Passenger Boat
Singapore, King Of Saxony Bird Of Paradise, Jurong Bird Park, 2008, IMG_9488 - Twenty five years earlier, the highlanders of New Guinea wore the feathers of the King of Saxony bird of paradise in their headdress. This elusive bird is most easily seen at the Jurong Bird park. But even then, such a view requires patience. Their feathers, when viewed up close, are remarkable, each "branch" in itself comprised of smaller versions of itself.
Chile, Antofagasta Prov, Paja Amarillo Day 3 Of Walk
Slovenia, Celje Prov, Oaza Prekorje
Somalia, Mogadishu Airstrip, Dallo Airliner, 2002 - We were invited by Dallo airlines staff to join them on an armed trip from this airstrip into Mogadishu. They also told us of the high incidence of kidnappings. We declined.
Vietnam, Kien Giang Prov, River Scape -
Slovenia, Koper Prov, City Women
Bangladesh, Habiganj Prov, Country House
Laos, Champassak Prov, Three Tricycles