Hello SAS!

Birding has taught me two critical things that I think are very important to pass along. Always keep your binoculars close, and never ever become distracted by a bird while your spouse is talking. 😉

Seriously though, birding and bird photography have been wonderful ways for me to learn about specific birds, their niches and how they relate to the environment we share.

Burdock busting, weed pulling, tree planting, bird surveying, landscaping for birds, and “Busy Beavering” have all been volunteer activities that have kept me involved and interested in SAS. As a new board member, it is my hope that I can support those leading work parties as well as encourage new volunteers to join in. I also hope that my past business experience can add value to the board.

My wife, Carmen, and I moved to Bozeman in 1985 and have raised two sons and four dogs during our time here. I also volunteer at The Bike Kitchen, and I enjoy photography, bicycling, hiking, Nordic skiing and skiing.

I am excited to join the SAS Board and contribute to a fantastic organization that does great work in the Gallatin Valley.