Born and raised in Lander; spent my childhood in the Canyon when not golfing or riding horses

Grandparents were a pioneer ranching family in the Lander Valley

Graduated LVHS; Bachelors and Masters Degrees (Recreation Planning) from University of Wyoming

Profession: Recreation Planner, USDA Forest Service.

Program manager and planner. Primary contributor on 3 forest and grasslands long range plans, team leader for the Rabbit Ears winter recreation plan, editor and designer for multiple interpretative plans, and team lead for Snowy Range Scenic Byway Visitor Center and trails development.

Retired in Lander 2016

Married to Mark 29 years

2 daughters; 5 grandchildren; 2 sons in law.