User:WineCrab



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)