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
Slovenia, Rogasovci Prov, Stork
Taiwan, Penghu Prov, Island Wind Mill, 2009
Papua New Guinea, Orchid, Red And Yellow, 1983 - A spectacular red and yellow miniature orchid, only one-inch high, lines the trail across Tekap valley. Ed, the American doctor in Mendi, taught me to appreciate the barely perceptible nuances of the bush. Miniature orchids are sometimes hidden from view, growing under overhanging moss in small creeks.
Slovenia, Mozirje Prov, Butterfly
Cambodia, Prey Veaeng Prov, Country Arch
Bangladesh, Brahmanbaria Prov, Women Kids
Egypt, Luxor Obelisk, 1984 - Obelisks originated in ancient Egypt, often used at the entrance to tombs and embellished with hieroglyphs. This fantastic example is in Luxor.
UK, Falkland Island Dependencies, South Georgia, King Penguins, 2006 - South Georgia is one of the most beautiful and spectacular islands on the planet. The wildlife is abundant. Go there if you can.
Turkey, Sakarya Province, Waiting For The Bus
Slovenia, Cerkno Prov, Door With No Steps