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"To build a bridge is the ultimate act of kindness." - Paul Williams
Environmental activist and organizational developer, Derek Reuter has dedicated his life to making positive socio-political change in his native Indiana. He works tirelessly to improve the state’s shamefully poor environmental rankings by simultaneously taking administrative and hands-on approaches, leading the way towards increased conservation and a more sustainable approach to agriculture, industry, development, energy, and the use of our natural resources.
Derek has utilized his skills as a Certified Master Gardener and graduate of the Indiana Watershed Leadership Academy to affect change across the state in permaculture, ethnobotany, and water quality. He has worked with such influential organizations as the Heartland Communities, Citizens Action Coalition, National Park Service, and the Wabash River Heritage Corridor Commission, and has served as Watershed Coordinator for the Upper Maumee River. From this post he created and oversaw programs in education, outreach, inventory, and planning - focusing on pollution protection and ecosystem restoration of a 620 square mile area of land and water in Northeastern Indiana.
Most recently Derek has taken on a leadership role in A Greener Indiana, the state’s online network and support system for individuals, businesses, and organizations concerned with improving the state’s eco-management. He is currently the Northeast Indiana Resource for the Hoosier Environmental Council's education program and is heavily involved in the fight to save Indiana’s Cedar Creek Area, the land of his family heritage and legacy, from degradation and development. To contact Derek Reuter visit www.AGreenerIndiana.com.
"Change is mandatory. Progress is optional!"
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Bio written by: David Rodich
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The Our Place Program in Indiana: From the School to the Streets!
Many schools and classrooms throughout the state are participating in the Hoosier Environmental Council's "Our Place Program": A place-based education program that funds and empowers teachers and students to have a learning experience out in the field while benefiting the community though active participation in environmental stewardship.
The "Our Place" education project uses an innovative educational approach that combines environmental education with civic engagement for classes K-12. It bri… Continue
The "Our Place" education project uses an innovative educational approach that combines environmental education with civic engagement for classes K-12. It bri… Continue
Posted on May 30, 2009 at 9:02am —
The 2009 Food, Farm and Energy Gathering
Sustainable Earth & A Greener Indiana Presents:
The 2009 Food, Farm and Energy Gathering
When: Saturday, February 21, 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Where: the Farm Bureau Building, Indiana State Fairgrounds
The FFEG is about transition… Continue
The 2009 Food, Farm and Energy Gathering
When: Saturday, February 21, 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Where: the Farm Bureau Building, Indiana State Fairgrounds
The FFEG is about transition… Continue
Posted on February 11, 2009 at 10:30am —
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I too appreciate your compliment on the property.
I grew up on a farm in Alabama spent 30+years working in the field of education and was happy to get back to my roots of farming about 8 years ago.
The herbs have provided a good income from a sustainable business.
I'm grateful.
Lots of work to do in most any area of environmental need...so I trust that starting with my own family will breed interest in the grands and leave a legacy for them to carry on.
What part of Indiana are you in ?
I lived a year in Hammond when I was 16.
Had uncles and aunts there and spent the summer working and touring.
Hubby and I love spending time in Madison ( just across the river from Louisville, KY. )
Take good care and have a blessed day.
Bea Kunz
I really enjoy reading your offerings...you really walk the talk .
Indiana is better for having you ~
Have a happy day.
Bea Kunz
I've just joined the network and want to say hello~
Love to make a lot of friends and share all the great ideas we have.
Hope to talk to you soon.
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I hope you're doing Fabulous!
I just wrote a message to you but, it did'nt send.
I hope you're having a great day.
Robin
Sometimes I feel like I have so much to do and not enough years to get it all in. But,what I don't get done maybe I'll come back and do. I'm glad you've found your calling. Happy people make a hapier world.
That's always good.
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