Eric grew up with the Colorado Rockies in his backyard, and Legos all over his floor. He went to flight school before transitioning to aviation maintenance while living on the Western Slope. He moved to Alaska and became a maintenance technician for Sitka National Historical Park, where he was exposed to unique, hands-on work in natural and cultural conservation.

In Montana, he has worked as a mechanic, then as an installation and repair specialist in on- and off-grid heating, water, and solar power. Eric likes new challenges and is grateful for the opportunity to expand his skills and knowledge, while also working so closely to help support conservation and dogs.