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EDUCATION

High School: 1975 Graduate of Punahou, Honolulu
College: 1980 Graduate of UH Manoa, BA Biology
Additional: NAUI SCUBA Certified, Private Pilot's Certificate,
US Coast Guard Safe Boating, CPR and First Aid Certified

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JOB EXPERIENCE

1975-1980: Lab Tech University Medical Clinic Honolulu
1976-1980: Announcer/Program Director KTUH-FM Radio Honolulu
1980-1981: Sales Granat Bros. Jewelers Kahala Mall
1982-1991: ATCS Lihue, Kauai and Maui Towers
1991-1994: Announcer KAOI-FM Radio Wailuku, Maui
Oct-Dec 1991: High School Math Instructor, Ohana School, Kula
1991-1993: Tour Host Chris' Adventures, Kula, Maui
1993-1995: Tour Guide, Rent-a-Local Maui
1994-Present: Naturalist Guide, Hike Maui
1992-Present: Owner JJ's Hawaii Expeditions dba Paradise Maui Pty.

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OBJECTIVES & GOALS

I'm challenged to research and discover new things, to understand life and its diversity, and to pursue "Aloha `Aina". I'm particularly interested in studying Hawaiian Ecosystems, Ichthyology, Marine Biology, Anthropology, Conservation Biology, Botany, Entomology, Entomophagy, and Herbalism. I crave knowledge, yet also desire to enjoy myself..... hiking, windsurfing, and exploring Hawai`i.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

I am very experienced both in dealing with people, and comprehending and reporting on the sciences. I possess a good rapport in most subjects. My problem-solving, computer, and communication skills are well developed.