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
Flamingos in Flight, 2010
Chile, Antofagasta Province (Región)
To get a photo of the flamingos was not easy. They were far away and easily startled when I tried to get closer to them. My method of photographing animals is to approach them very slowly, not moving left nor right nor up nor down. True especially of birds, animals tend to look from only one eye. If moving slowly directly toward their line of vision, they are unsure if you are an an animal of prey or a fixed object.
Seychelles, Seychelles, Zil Elwwannyen Sesel Beach
Slovenia, Nazarje Prov, Staircase
Turkey, Cappadocia, Gnome Caps, 1984 - Cappadocia in Turkey was one of the most interesting places I ever visited. Over 150 churches have been built into the fairy-tale like pinnacles.
UK, East Riding Of Yorkshir Prov, Wall Reliefs
Thailand, Phitsanulok Prov, Pet Elephant
Thailand, Samut Sakon Prov, Heavily Laden Truck
Cambodia, Kampot Prov, Waterway
UK, West Sussex Prov, Seagull With Blue Eyes
Vietnam, Lai Chau Prov, Woman