Jerry grew up in Minnesota where began hunting with his dad at 11 years old. His dad taught him how to shoot, track deer, and navigate through the thick Minnesota woods using a compass. Jerry's interest in hunting grew and he also has hunted other big game. He hunted bear for the first time in Canada in 2019. He also likes bird hunting including ducks, geese, pheasants and ruffed grouse. Jerry graduated from Marion University with a bachelors degree in management and minors in information systems management and marketing. He also completed the Purdue University Professional Management Institute and Institute for Insurance Management. Jerry resides in Laurel Montana where he is close to many outdoor activities year around.