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	He is an ecologist with interests in ecosystem management and restoration. He has designed and supervised construction of several nature preserves and for more than twenty-five years has directed the Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve, a 100-acre woodland and wetland preserve on the Calvin campus. He is currently directing restoration of a native prairie at the campus of Pacific Rim Institute in western Washington, where Au Sable Institute offers courses.<br />
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	Randy says, &ldquo;I have taught restoration ecology at Au Sable Institute since 1991. I&rsquo;ve kept coming back because of the diverse backgrounds of students and the opportunity Au Sable has provided to&nbsp; integrate biblical principles with sound science to develop practical ways to live responsibly on&nbsp; God&rsquo;s good Earth.&rdquo;</p>
