[1] His grandmother came to USA from Pinsk, Russian Empire, so he traveled to see Russia in summer 1992.

He collected minerals and rocks from all over the world, and even sell and exchange them in Hilo farmers market.

He established goat control program at the Haleaka National Park and reduce its number from 4000 to 400.

He also believes that the proposed Commercial Satellite Launching Facility represents a "direct threat" to this natural heritage site.

His memorial service held in November 27, on the edge of Halemaʻumaʻu, Kilauea Overlook, Crater Rim Drive of Hawaii Volcanoes.