This website illuminates my life and adventures. My longing for freedom has led me to over 2450 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
Cambodia, Kandaal Prov, Girls On Motorbike Trailer
France, Chartes Stained Glass, 1990 - My Uncle Don told me Chartes Cathedral had the most beautiful stained glass in the world. So, I ventured west to got there the next time I was in Paris. I have no way to judge whether it is the best stained glass in the world, but it is truly remarkable.
Latvia, Rigas Prov, House -
Slovenia, Polzela Prov, Insect In Flower
Myanmar, Ayeyarwady Prov, Bridge
Taiwan, Ilan County Prov, Ducks Cooked
Nepal, Lhotse-Everest in Sunset, 1983 - This photograph was taken from Tengboche monastery at sunset. In front is the face of Lhotse, the 4th highest peak in the world. The third peak over to the right is actually Everest. Because of the fact it is further away, it appears smaller. The Lhotse face is still unclimbed.
Iraq, Marsh House, 2002 - In our eight days in Iraq, six months before the American invasion in 2003, we saw this traditional Marsh Arab house. We were on our way from Basra to Baghdad. I felt fortunate to see this exquisite example of construction from natural materials. It reminded me of Wilfred Thesiger, the author of The Marsh Arabs, famed British explorer who traveled across the Empty Quarter of Saudi Arabia.
Vietnam, Long San Prov, Roasted Pig
UK, Denbighshire Prov, Rainbow Fence