About the author
Born in 1960 in Philadelphia. Moved to Aberdeen, SD in 1968. Attended May Overby Grade School, Simmons Jr. High, and graduated in 1977 from Aberdeen Central High School. My mentor during my high school years was the late Carl Dauman - who taught biology and advanced biology. His encouragement and support led to my receiving the outstanding biology student award my senior year.
I attended South Dakota State University from 1977-1981, graduating with a BS Degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Science. I worked a variety of seasonal jobs with the Department of Game, Fish, and Parks until, in August 1983, I interviewed for the warden job in Flandreau. I was hired shortly thereafter and began my career as a state game warden, in a district that had been without a warden for 25 years.
I was just 23 years old and about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. The rest of my story regarding being accepted, the roadblocks, the pernicious lies and rumors, the dogged perseverance, and ultimate success are detailed in the book. Enjoy!