Jack is a U.S. military Veteran, a Craftsman, Musician, Farmer, Permaculturist, and Science enthusiast. He studied at the University of Maryland and Middle Tennessee State University in the 90's with an emphasis in Environmental Science, Biology and Philosophy. In 2010, he relocated to Northern California, where he studied Voltaics at the Solar Living Center in Hopland and Permaculture design at Occidental Arts and Ecology Center. He is a lifelong steward of the earth, and loves working hard, troubleshooting and fixing problems. Jack is a hands on person, bringing 25 years of experience with land stewardship, handyman services and off-grid systems and techniques. When not at work, he enjoys exploring, observing nature, wild crafting, adventuring, rockhounding, hiking, playing music, the arts, delicious homemade food and disc golf.