I was introduced to scuba diving while vacationing in Mexico in 2010. Shortly after returning to Colorado, I completed my Open Water certification and started selling my snowboard gear to purchase scuba gear. Every trip afterwards involved diving. I was hooked but had not considered advancing my certifications past Advanced Open Water. 

In 2018, my wife, Luci, and I visited St. Croix on a whim. After 3 days of me diving and her exploring the island, we hired a realtor and left the island having made offers on 2 properties. One was accepted. In March of 2019, we returned as property owners. When we were not painting or working to update our condo, I took every opportunity to dive the waters around St. Croix. 

In Colorado, I completed the Rescue Diver certification in 2020. On our next trip here, I approached the Course Director at SCUBA and started the Divemaster Program. That led to a part-time job and becoming an Open Water Scuba Instructor in August of 2022. All of my professional training was completed with the staff at SCUBA here on St. Croix.

In 2023, I sold my HVAC business in Colorado anticipating a 6 month stay on St. Croix. The powers that be had other plans for us. Currently, I'm semi-retired, a familiar face at SCUBA while on island. In Colorado, I work part-time for our local school district as a Lifeguard and also at a local Winery and Bistro in Bailey. Luci and I are happy to split our time between sea level and 9,000'.

Life is precious! Take time to do the things you enjoy!