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
Myanmar, Magway Prov, Magway Temple
Thailand, Chiang Mai Prov, Light Painting
Norway, Buskerud Province, Norway At 1a.m. In July, 2008, IMG_6169 - The night sky was marvelous and mysterious, seething in a wondrous shimmering, like tentacles of a powerful god of light.
Slovenia, Ivancna Gorica Prov, Planting Poles
Egypt, Sphinx and Pyramid, 1984 - Perhaps the greatest symbol of the ancient world is the Sphinx at Giza, outside of Cairo. The legend that Napoleon's troops blew the nose off the Sphinx is questionable. I took this photograph in early morning after descending from my sleeping place atop Cheops.
N Ireland, Limavady Prov, Windows Door
Philippines, Palawan Prov, Waterfall
Cambodia, Stueng Traeng Prov, Highway
China, Anhui Province, Yellow Mountain Wall With Trees, 2008, IMG_9568 - A sheer rock wall.
USA, Midway, Albatross Breeding Season, 2002 - I was fortunate to come to Midway Island during the time when the albatross were breeding. Rather an incredible spectacle, here our group travels along a path bordered by thousands of pairs. Thanks to Charles Veley for including me in those he invited on this special charter.