My life has been filled with artistic endeavors, hiking, camping, travelling and exploring the wonders of wilderness spaces.  Additionally, I have worked to preserve and enjoy these spaces by participated and leading several wilderness camps that included activities such as backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, navigation, climbing, education, and journaling.   My travels to National Parks, my home region of Appalachia, and abroad have revealed much in my relationship with creation and the sharing of wisdom for further generations.

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• 2001-Current. Retreat Manager Kentucky.  Small group and individual retreats.  Remote and off grid for the purpose of spiritual contemplation as well as a connection with the natural environment.

• 1999-2005. Lead Coordinator for Wilderness Camps with spiritual and conservation emphasis. Leave No Trace practices taught and practiced.

• 2003. Wilderness First Responder Certification.  Managing emergency medical situations in remote wilderness settings.  Medical and Evac practices.

• 2012. Best of Show, Cumberland Valley Photography Competition

• 2013. Best of Show, Cumberland Valley Photography Competition

• 2013 New York Institute of Photography Graduate

• 2015. Finalist and Display of Health and Wellness Art at St Joseph East Hospital, Lexington, Ky

• 2019. Finalist and Display of Health and Wellness Art at Bluegrass Care Navigators Facility, Lexington, Ky

• 2020. Art of Photography 2020, The R.G. Endres Gallery, Prairie Village, KS

• 2020. Art from the Heartland 2020, The Indianapolis Art Center, Indianapolis, IN

• 2005-Current. Founded, Directed, Coach Horizon Volleyball Club for youth throughout Southern-Southeast Kentucky