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User:WineCrab

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Introduction

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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

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

Experience

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  • 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

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  • 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

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  • 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)