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
Latvia, Ventspils Prov, Beach -
Slovenia, Bovec Prov, Village Below
PNG, Rain On Sepik, 1983 - Before leaving Frieda Strip, we found an old tarpulin, which we erected to give us shelter from sun and rain. When it rained, the level of the river rose dramatically. Here is a view from our raft as it floats downriver during a downpour. Part of the raft structure is visible.
Tanzania, Kilimanjaro Flower, 1984 - My experiences in New Guinea taught me to observe the small beauties in nature, such as these tiny flowers on the slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.
Three Women Pounding Millet, 1987
Ivory Coast - 6x6cm film
“Good work is not about money, it is about respect and love.”
Myanmar, Shan Prov, Old Woman Pipe
Slovenia, Ig Prov, Bee House
Of course this is an optical illusion. Jon Muir and I were coming back from Mootwingee National Park in New South Wales. The car is on a pole some distance from his back. Jon is one of Australia\\\'s greatest adventurers. Some time later, Jon did a solo, unassistaed walk across Australia.
Thailand, Sukhothai Prov, Ducks
Vietnam, Thai Binh Prov, Orange Vendor