I really enjoy guiding families and seeing the kids grow and mature over the years. Trying and finding find their interests. Earlier this summer I guided one of those families and the daughter Maddie was along with her camera. I asked if I could have copies of a few and she was kind enough to send these along.

Thank you all for the birthday wishes. Pretty amazing to have reached 70. Yes I will be drawing Social Security soon (they tell me the middle of September). I have a very clear memory of being a young boy of maybe 7 or 8 and realizing that I might live to see a new century. Made it with another quarter century for good measure. The week has been great fun. Lobster here on the deck, in lobster rolls with Argy and with friends.

I am deeply rooted in the conservation and enjoyment of our state's stunning natural resources. I hope that my efforts make a mark on our landscape, from the coastline to our vast inland forests.