I have a bachelors degree in Geography (1975) from SUNY, Oneonta, NY and a Masters Degree in Planning (1979) from University of Washington, Seattle, WA. I am currently a Senior Program Manager with Northrop Grumman working in R&D areas of information data handling.

This August I celebrate 32 years of marriage. I have three adopted children; Ed (1976), Billie Jo (1980) and Eric (2003).
I enjoy outdoor activities such as canoeing and winter camping (www.WinterCampers.com)

I have experience with maps, remote sensing products and their application in land resource planning. I have used GPS, GIS, image processing and automated mapping technologies to support natural resource planning. I have solid computer skills. 
 
I am experienced in four season hiking, backpacking and camping. I have experience camping via snowshoeing and canoeing (www.WinterCampers.com). I am a Leave No Trace Master Educator (ADK 2007); American Canoe Association Certified Paddling and Basic River Instructor for kayaks, solo and tandem canoes (ACA June, 2002); and certified Wilderness First Aid (December 2003) provider. 
 
I am experienced with farm tractors and farm equipment, I am comfortable driving 4WD and standard transmission vehicles. I am used to hauling and backing trailers I have built fence, used chainsaws and other powertools.  
 
I have 25 years experience raising and training horses (NYS Horse Council Western Pleasure Champion, 1998).  
 
I have experience with livestock – cows, chickens, rabbits, dogs, and horses. I have butchered domestic rabbits and chickens for the purpose of eating. 
 
I have basic skills in bird identification by sight and song, I have participated in raptor surveys,I volunteered for Department of Environmental Conservation July 2002 Wilson Hill Goose Roundup and have basic wildlife 'scat & tracks' identification skills.  
 
I have experience in making public presentations, and public speaking. I have been a 4H leader.