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
Taiwan, Kaohsiung City Prov, Temple Alter
Slovenia, Solcava Prov, Mountain Village
Turkey, Ardahan Prov, Poppy
Chile, Antofagasta Prov, Jeff Shea Begins Walk Over Altiplano
Slovenia, Nova Gorica Prov, Street
Uganda, Ruwenzori Mountains in Distance, 1984 - This shot was taken from near Ibanda, a village which serves as a portal to the Ruwenzori range (which is shown in the distance). We found guides in Ibanda to take us into the mountains. The guides were not motivated to go to the summit. This was partly, no doubt, because of a lack of equipment. We made it as far as Elena Hut at 4584 meters of elevation, still 535 meters from the summit (Pic Marguerite, at 5119 meters).
Latvia, Madonas Prov, Wall Painting -
Lithuania, Kauno Prov, Bravissimo Espresso -
UK, Conwy Prov, Barbershop Dog
Turkey, Rize Prov, Couple