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Barn Raising Along the Clinch

It’s not a barn exactly, that’s been raised here in Kyles Ford. But the spirit of the gathering at the opening of the Clinch River Conservation Center on Earth Day was the probably much like a good old-fashioned barn raising. When good people come together and join with a handful of organizations (led by Clinch-Powell RC&D), good things can happen and the enthusiasm is contagious. People want to join in and be involved. They want to make a contribution and they want to help get things done.

Much has been accomplished by the many people already involved in the effort but there’s much still left to do. There are plenty of opportunities to get involved. Contact manager Kim Belcher at River Place or the Clinch-Powell RC&D to find out about exciting “Volun-tourism” opportunities coming up.

The reward? As many rural folks here will surely agree, tilling the earth, an afternoon of joyous labor, joining in elbow to elbow and making a contribution where it’s sorely needed…these meaningful and unforgettable experiences may be their own reward. Other than that, the earth thanks you. The mussels, fish, and other rare and endangered species thank you. We sincerely thank you.