WineCrab This user is a participant in WikiProject Wine. This user was a Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps.

Introduction

WineCrab is a resident of Washington State, and a wine-lover. This person is active in the Washington wine industry and is a firm believer in the quality (or potential for quality) of that area's wines based on the success of the industry and from personal experience.

Training

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science degree program in horticulture.

Experience

• 240+ hours spent in a viticultural research internship
• Two and a half years of experience in a winery
• Two years of experience in wine retail
• Many, many bottles of wine "sampled"

Military Service

• Five years in the USMC
  • Received an Honorable Discharge in 2005
  • Terminal rank was Sergeant
• Four years as a Super Stallion Crewchief (following one year of training)
• Awards/Badges/Medals Earned:
  • Air Medal (x2)
  • Certificate of Appreciation
  • Certificate of Commendation (Individual Award)
  • Enlisted Aircrew Combat Wings
  • Enlisted Aircrew Wings
  • Expert Pistol Badge
  • Expert Rifle Badge (2nd Award)
  • Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
  • Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
  • Good Conduct Medal
  • Meritorious Mast
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Navy Unit Commendation
  • Sea Service Deployment Ribbon

Interests

• Pursuing a career in Washington wine
• Contributing to the image of Washington wine as "world class"
• Discussing wine with fellow Wikipedians (feel free to leave me a message)