Charlie is a graduate of Radford University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Recreation Parks and Tourism with a concentration in Outdoor Recreation. Charlie has experience working in a broad spectrum of outdoor recreation facilities and environments. Some of these include summer camps, a Morale, Welfare and Recreation department for the U.S. Army, The Student Conservation Association and university student recreation. Charlie is also a Leave No Trace Trainer, a certified Wilderness First Responder, Professional CPR Provider and a certified whitewater river guide.