Steve served for over 20 years in the United States Marine Corps Reserve, retiring as a Gunnery Sergeant in 2013. As a CH-46 helicopter crew chief, he deployed to Iraq for two separate tours during 2004 - 2006, earning his combat aircrew wings. During all those years as a Marine, Steve graduated from Virginia Tech - GO HOKIES! - with a degree in business management. He spent his post-college years hiking the trails around Blacksburg and riding his Harley on every mountain road he could find. Following his second deployment, he moved to Orlando, Florida, so he could thaw out from the desert winter. While in Orlando, he attended the Motorcycle Mechanics Institute. After a couple of years as a motorcycle technician in Bristol and Christiansburg, Virginia, Steve changed careers and moved to Northern Virginia. He now serves as a government employee and works alongside many individuals with military or law enforcement backgrounds. Recently, Steve developed a desire for a new activity and discovered an enjoyment in off-roading. You can now find him out on the trails, when he has the time, developing his skills needed for crawling over rocks or digging through mud pits in his 6th-Gen Bronco. For Steve, this new hobby is all about getting outside and meeting people from different backgrounds who share a common interest in adventure. Steve is thrilled to bring his business background, military experience, and love for the outdoors to Trail To Recovery. He's excited to step out of his comfort zone, give back to the veteran community, and keep the organization rolling forward!