David is from Dixon, NM. He completed both an A.S. of Pre-Science Degree at UNM-Taos and a B.S. of Geology at NMHU through the CCC Program. While in the CCC program David also interned with Taos Soil & Water Conservation District and the NM Environment Department Surface Water Quality Bureau and upon graduation was hired as an Environmental Specialist, NM Environment Department, Energy Oversight Bureau, Whiterock, NM