Exploring and Documenting the Waters of the Susquehanna River Watershed

My journey behind the camera began in 2010. At first, I simply wanted to document my travels, moments I could look back on in the years ahead. I often brought my camera along on fishing trips, sharing photographs of my catches and the waters that shaped those experiences.

Over time, curiosity led me below the surface. I invested in waterproof equipment so I could explore and document the life hidden beneath the water, a world rarely seen, even by those who spend their lives along these rivers.

In 2017, I filmed a remarkable creature known as the Eastern Hellbender. The footage quickly spread, sparking widespread conversation. Many people had never heard of this ancient amphibian, let alone realized it lived in our local streams. Following the growing awareness and advocacy surrounding the species was an eye-opening experience, culminating in its designation as Pennsylvania’s State Amphibian in 2019.

Today, I continue to monitor and photograph the waterways I cherish. I share these images with the understanding that each snapshot serves as a small but meaningful record of the watershed, a living archive of the places and species that define our region.

Board President of Middle Susquehanna Riverkeeper Association