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Hi gang! I'm not sure why it took me so long to find this site, but thanks to an ad from of all places, craigslist, here I am! I'm Mark Provie, and I'm 47 .. I grew up in New Paltz, but currently live in Highland.. I caught my first fish, and killed my first deer, squirrels , and waterfowl along the banks of the Wallkill.. While I currently work as a stock trader/trading system developer, I have worn many hats in my life.. Starting at my dad's butcher shop at a very early age (Jack's on Main st. New Paltz).. I spent over 20 years in the sporting goods business.. working at Sunset Sporting goods in NP right out of high school, and returning as Tony's manager in the last few years before his closing..( Some of you may remember me as the OTHER big bearded guy.. with the darker whiskers ) In between I worked at a large independent store in central NJ , managing their archery and fishing depts. I am needless to say, an avid (approaching rabid) outdoorsman.. I hunt big game with gun, bow and muzzleloader, with my first and deepest love being archery.. I also love small game and waterfowl hunting.. I started fishing Stripers in the Hudson in the late 70's, and continue to fish hard in both fresh and saltwater.. While I greatly enjoy Steelheading and fishing for all the Hudson Valley has to offer, my fishing has taken a turn more towards the salt in the last few years, and I now keep a boat down on Raritan Bay to pursue that obsession.. And as if I don't have enough "hobbies" I started building fishing rods a few years ago, which along with a little ice fishing, helps me maintain my sanity in the winter. So anyway, I'm glad to be here, and hope I can contribute in some way.. Thanks for having me