I grew up in a family of well drillers. Familiarity with equipment and procedures began in the pre teen years. Drilled my first well at age 13. With the exception of college, active duty and an occasional break, I have been and am involved in this industry. I served quite a few years on the Wisconsin Water Well Association Board of Directors, the Wisconsin DNR Advisory Council, committees with the National Ground Water Association and have been involved with Wisconsin DNR code revisions over the years. Received " Certified Master Water Well Contractor" status in 1990.