"There can be no greater issue than that of conservation in this country."
~Theodore Roosevelt, 1912

The Green Tie Gala featured dinner with four local chef's signature slow foods dishes, a keynote address by Mrs. Charlotte Lunsford Berry, an appearance by Pres. Teddy Roosevelt (as played by professional actor Dean Whitworth), and live, local jazz music. Click here to view photos from the Green Tie Gala.

Roosevelt-Ashe Society's Conservation Awards Recipients:

Outstanding Leader in Conservation (tie): Mike Leonard: "Mike Leonard is one of our region's most important environmentalists." Bill Thomas: "Bill Thomas's presence and actions have been sterling ones in the fight for environmental causes."

Outstanding Business in Conservation: John Ager & Family Businesses: "Through every aspect of his personal and professional life, John has been a champion and philanthropic leader for the environmental stewardship of our vital mountain heritage."

Outstanding Youth in Conservation (tie): Courtney Cochran: "Courtney is everything we hope for in a conservationist -- principled, action-oriented, and unflagging in her determination to do the right thing." Chase Pickering: "Chase has and will continue to make a difference in the world."

Outstanding Philanthropist in Conservation: Fred Stanback: "Fred has invested time and money into almost every important environmental issue in the Southeast."

Committee's Choice Award: Linda Blue: "Many have increased their environmental awareness and have increased efforts to implement environmentally sound gardening practices as a result of Linda Blue's educational efforts."

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