Meet our Officers

CHIEF

Born and raised in Amador County, Jacob is the owner of Viking Services, a pool cleaning business. He is not only an officer of the Mother Lode Scots but also one of our Scottish Games athletes, competing all over the Northwest.

When not helping at events, competing or designing Mother Lode Scots merchandise, he can be found volunteering at the Knights Foundry in Sutter Creek.

Jacob is proud of his Viking and Scottish heritage and loves demonstrating Scottish heavy athletic events to local kids and adults.

VICE CHIEF

Ray has extensive security experience, having retired from the Police Force, the Army as Command Sergeant Major, and an instructor for Vocational Law Enforcement. Currently, he is lead supervisor for Uretsky Security.

When not keeping us safe or advising the MLS board on the by-laws, he is caring for 5 gorgeous Highland Coos. His strong Scottish roots run deep, and enjoys being around people with like interests.

SECRETARY

After retiring from owning a flower shop, Patricia became an antique/art/photography dealer, and currently manages a collectible co-op in downtown Sutter Creek.

She is proud of her Scottish heritage and is planning her second trip to Scotland.

She joined the Mother Lode Scots several years ago at the encouragement of her brother, and has actively participated in many events.

TREASURER

Martina is currently a statewide title officer with Placer Title Company and co-owner of Celtic Herbal Kitchen. She has been a member of the Mother Lode Scots, on and off, since 2012.

When not working on things for the Mother Lode Scots or attending Celtic events, she can be found making bags of custom handcrafted teas, seasoning blends, and other herbal concoctions.

SERGEANT-AT-ARMS

Geoff has been a Mother Lode Scots member for over 20 years.

He moved to Amador County over 40 years ago after working in the telecommunications field in the Bay Area. Later, retiring from CDC as a Correctional Sergeant.

This US Army Vet (Military Policeman/Military Police Customs Inspector and Instructor), when not helping with and attending Mother Lode Scots events, enjoys a quieter life with his lovely wife at Lake Camanche, riding his motorcycle, gardening, fishing and tinkering with just about anything.