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
Bangladesh, Netrakona Prov, Getting Shaved
Latvia, Aizkraukles Prov, Supermarket Display -
Aland Islands, Houses, 2000 - The Aland Island are a quiet place off the coast of Finland. They are considered a separate country by the Travelers Century Club. The capital is Mariehamm. Small ferries transport cars from one of the small islands to the next.
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.
Slovenia, Sentjur Prov, Loving Husband Gathers Boquet
Myanmar, Kachin Prov, Detail Hut Scene
Estonia, Harjumaa Prov, Tallinn, Farm -
Uganda, Mountains of the Moon, Guide, 1984 - In this photograph our guide leads us up the slope. The moss-covered rocks, the Giant Groundsel plants and the fog hugging the rocks shown here are typical of the Ruwenzoris. The swirling mists create an atmosphere of mystery.
UK, Poole Prov, Windsurfers
Vietnam, Phu Tho Prov, Night River