I am a retired university professor who left a dynamic world class community to live on a farm at the end of the known universe. To my delight we have found an organization that rivals the best of conservation and natural resource organizations anywhere. I have worked closely with its talented and energetic staff to do basic science, community service and most important of all...outreach programs that enrich the lives of many people living in the north country. Because of the NorthWoods Stewardship Center a number of young people have found summer job opportunities, have chosen to go on to colleges and careers in public service, and have worked in the field to build a better place for all to live, work and play. It is a terrific organization