Fifth generation Chesapeake Bay Waterman received Captain’s License in 1983. Member of various Fishery Groups (MD Waterman’s Assoc since 1981, Talbot County Oyster Shell Committee since 1986, Talbot Waterman’s Assoc Secretary 2010-2015 and President 2015 to present, Oyster Futures Group 2016 to present, and Oyster Advisory Commission 2016 to present). Member of various Environmental Groups (Choptank Tributary Team since 2006 and Phillips Wharf Environmental Center since 2010). Member of Local Community Groups (Tilghman Volunteer Fire Department Volunteer 1985 to present, Tilghman Elem School PTA Vice President 1994-2000, Coach for SLOT and Homerun Baker youth leagues 1994-2007, Talbot County Parks and Rec Advisory Board 2000 to present, and Tilghman Watermen Museum Board Member 2022).