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
Riska on top of Ternate Volcano, 2005
Indonesia, Maluku Utara Province
Twelve years later, I fulfilled this vision on the top of Ternate Island in Indonesia when Riska agreed to pose for me.
Azerbaijan, Shamkir Prov, Lake Scene
UK, Rhondda Cynon Taff Prov, House
Taiwan, Pingtung County Prov, Bridge Ruin
PH, Pampanga Province, Traffic Cop, 2008, IMG_1610r0a - I was impressed by this traffic cop in the Philippines. He performed his work like a ballet. A Jeepney passes by him.
Slovenia, Borovnica Prov, Flower
Vietnam, Vinh Long Prov, Boats
UK, Northern Ireland, Derry Province, Choking On Oppression, 2008, IMG_5545CU1 - Going to Free Derry can be an emotional experience. One cannot help but be moved by the terrific fight the inhabitants put up in the quest for self-determination.
Slovenia, Muta Prov, Agriculture
Turkey, Artvin Prov, Man