Gary is a 40-year amateur astronomer and space exploration enthusiast. He is currently the President of the Oakland Astronomy Club in Oakland County Michigan. He developed his enthusiasm growing up during the race to land a man on the moon. His father worked as an engineer in the space program in Huntsville, Alabama. Gary owns several telescopes, including one he built. He has conducted dozens of star parties and astronomy presentations and enjoys helping others to understand and enjoy more about the night sky and space explorations.