
John remained in Upstate New York and received his degree in Geoscience and Water Resources from Hobart COllege, where he investigated the effects of non-point source contamination on Seneca Lake, one of five glacially carved lakes forming the Finger Lakes region. In 22 years of professional experience, John has worked for the USDA Forest Service, and as a Forest Hydrologist with the State of Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation. With River Design Group, John has been the Project Manager and lead Restoration Hydrologist for numerous large-scale restoration projects in Montana, including the O’Dell Spring Creek and wetland restoration project, and the Upper Blackfoot Mining Complex involving the headwaters of the infamous Blackfoot River.
John participates in all aspects of project development, including geomorphic investigations, design criteria development, preliminary and final design, regualtory permitting, and construction management.
“There are two types of people who will tell you that you cannot make a difference in this world: those who are afraid to try and those who are afraid you will succeed.”
— Ray Goforth
In his younger years, John was a concert pianist, competing in numerous classical music competitions from ages 8 through 16.
Darien, Connecticut
Long Island Sound, Connecticut and Caroga Lake, New York