I live along the North coast of California deep in the heart of the Redwood forest. I live on two acres of Redwoods with my partner of 11 years, three dogs, a cat, 4 African Grey Parrots, a bunch of parakeets, a pair of Egyptian Geese and over 100 chickens.

I moved to the North Coast to attend Humboldt State University 18 years ago where I earned my BS degree in Environmental Biology. I have done many field studies working with Red-Legged Frogs as well as field work with the Northern Spotted Owl. Though my education is in Biology, I make a living in the retail market. I operate a full line pet supply store that does a huge internet business in addition to the walk-in store.

I started raising and showing poultry as a kid, but have only recently started again as an adult. I have a large egg laying flock made up of Welsummers, Australorps, Delawares, Wyandottes (gold and silver), Easter-eggers, Asils, and Silver Phoenix. In addition to raising and showing Araucana Bantams I also raise Golden Sebrights, both are breeds I had as a kid so many years ago. So it only seemed natural for me to get back into raising them. My Araucanas come from three different lines, Cathy Brunson, Nancy Utterback and Bobi Porto’s projects. My Sebrights are direct from Mr. Sebright himself, Jerry Bonds.

When not working, or doing the chicken thing the majority of my time is spent hunting with and training birds of prey. I have been a licensed falconer since 1983 and currently maintain my Master Level Falconers license. I have flown many species over the years, including Peregrine Falcons, Red Tailed Hawks, Cooper’s Hawks, Sharp-Shins, Harris’ Hawks, Merlins and Prairie Falcons.

Besides taking on moderator duties for the Araucana Clubs forum, I also have designed and maintain my own personal website, the Humboldt Poultry Fanciers Association website and the Humboldt Wildlife Care Centers website.