My wife Beth and I live south of Wilson in a neighborhood above the Snake River. Three different creeks join the Snake in the area including Fish Creek. Wade fishing most all of the creeks and rivers throughout Teton Valley and lower Yellowstone has underscored the substantial differences between free flowing natural streams versus those altered by human intervention. My very best fishing days are in these wild undisturbed places more for the beauty of the stream than how many fish are netted.
With a background in medicine and chemistry, I’m in a position to contribute to the objectives and mission of POWJH. As a gastroenterologist and hepatologist, I have substantial knowledge and experience dealing with both chemical and biological pollutants affecting human health. The risks in the short and long term cannot be overestimated. It’s exciting to be in a position to help the board educate the public officials entrusted with the care of our waterresources as well as the general public. The more we know and understand, the better we can make the best decisions to maintain the highest quality water