.My love for nature stems back many years ago when I was introduced to Yosemite by my Folks in the mid 40's on a camping trip. Ever since then, my love for the beauty of nature has continually grown. My first job out of high school was in Yosemite in 1951. Except for a stint in the U.S. Coast Guard, I have lived and worked in such magnificent and scenic parks as Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon, Grand Canyon, North Cascades and now in Olympic. I also lived and worked in Western Nevada including picturesque Lake Tahoe. These beautiful areas...more