The Stewards
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Rusty has a BS in Agriculture from Pennsylvania State University and experience in dairy farming, growing herbs/vegetables and landscaping. He is passionate about his ministry at the Jefferson County Jail and sharing the love of Christ with Quiet Creek's community. He has been active with his family in the Farmer to Farmer Program in Guatemala sharing his skills in mushroom cultivation, herbal soap making, worm composting and building community.
Claire has a BS in Geology from West Virginia University and two Master degrees in Middle School Education and Curriculum & Instruction from Appalachian State University and the University of Washington, respectively. She is certified in the states of Pennsylvania and North Carolina to teach K-12 students general curriculum, biology earth science, environmental science, physics, and chemistry and has teaching experience in both states. In North and South Carolina she was employed as an Energy/Environmental Educator of Carolina Power & Light Company and Citizen Power. Claire coordinated the University of Washington Science/Mathematics Fellows Program. Prior to her teaching experience, Claire was a hydro-geologist with Todd Giddings and Associates monitoring the water quality/quantity problems associated with the coal and solid waste industries.
On the university level, Claire coordinated the University of Washington Science/Mathematics Fellows Program. Currently she is serving on the Board of Directors at PASA (PA Association of Sustainable Agriculture) and the Jefferson County Solid Waste Authority. Claire is certified to teach Yoga-Fit.
Ashton (aka Blue) is attending Sterling College studying environmental humanities, black smithing, and outdoor education. This summer Blue plans to intern with Quiet Creek, yeah! Blue loves to hike, skateboard, and play music. Life is great!
Walker graduated with a BS in Photography, Film and Digital Media in Pittsburgh, PA at Rachel Carson's alma mater: Chatham University. He has selected a career in graphic illustration with General Nutrition Center (GNC). He also is freelancing with amazing illustrations and would love to connect if you need his creativity and competency. Check out his Quiet Creek videos, illustrations, photos and maps. Walker was awarded the highest merit-based scholarship, the Presidential Award, offered to incoming freshman attending Chatham University. His instagram site is walkertorner.
The Orner Team, Claire and Rusty, founded Quiet Creek Herb Farm & School of Country Living in 1996 with a vision to educate others on sustainable living practices. Over the past 28 years, they've successfully hosted seminars covering mushroom cultivation, herbal soap making, renewable energy, organic gardening, earthen building, medicinal herbs, and whole-foods nutrition for learners of all ages, from kindergarteners to adults. Their mission thrives through grant writing, tax-deductible contributions, and educational improvement tax credits, allowing them to reach diverse communities across Pennsylvania, New York, Massachusetts, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and even internationally in places like Jamaica, Japan, Guatemala, Africa, Spain, and France. Their dedication to teaching sustainable practices continues to inspire and empower individuals worldwide.
From 2021-2024 the Orner Family Team confidently and proudly passed the Quiet Creek's steward reigns to Dustin, Shita, Sylvia and Sarah. Claire and Rusty explored agricultural serving assignments from Monterey, Massachusetts to Tochigi, Japan. Walker and Ashton continued on with their life experiences knowing Quiet Creek will always be home them.
Claire has a BS in Geology from West Virginia University and two Master degrees in Middle School Education and Curriculum & Instruction from Appalachian State University and the University of Washington, respectively. She is certified in the states of Pennsylvania and North Carolina to teach K-12 students general curriculum, biology earth science, environmental science, physics, and chemistry and has teaching experience in both states. In North and South Carolina she was employed as an Energy/Environmental Educator of Carolina Power & Light Company and Citizen Power. Claire coordinated the University of Washington Science/Mathematics Fellows Program. Prior to her teaching experience, Claire was a hydro-geologist with Todd Giddings and Associates monitoring the water quality/quantity problems associated with the coal and solid waste industries.
On the university level, Claire coordinated the University of Washington Science/Mathematics Fellows Program. Currently she is serving on the Board of Directors at PASA (PA Association of Sustainable Agriculture) and the Jefferson County Solid Waste Authority. Claire is certified to teach Yoga-Fit.
Ashton (aka Blue) is attending Sterling College studying environmental humanities, black smithing, and outdoor education. This summer Blue plans to intern with Quiet Creek, yeah! Blue loves to hike, skateboard, and play music. Life is great!
Walker graduated with a BS in Photography, Film and Digital Media in Pittsburgh, PA at Rachel Carson's alma mater: Chatham University. He has selected a career in graphic illustration with General Nutrition Center (GNC). He also is freelancing with amazing illustrations and would love to connect if you need his creativity and competency. Check out his Quiet Creek videos, illustrations, photos and maps. Walker was awarded the highest merit-based scholarship, the Presidential Award, offered to incoming freshman attending Chatham University. His instagram site is walkertorner.
The Orner Team, Claire and Rusty, founded Quiet Creek Herb Farm & School of Country Living in 1996 with a vision to educate others on sustainable living practices. Over the past 28 years, they've successfully hosted seminars covering mushroom cultivation, herbal soap making, renewable energy, organic gardening, earthen building, medicinal herbs, and whole-foods nutrition for learners of all ages, from kindergarteners to adults. Their mission thrives through grant writing, tax-deductible contributions, and educational improvement tax credits, allowing them to reach diverse communities across Pennsylvania, New York, Massachusetts, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and even internationally in places like Jamaica, Japan, Guatemala, Africa, Spain, and France. Their dedication to teaching sustainable practices continues to inspire and empower individuals worldwide.
From 2021-2024 the Orner Family Team confidently and proudly passed the Quiet Creek's steward reigns to Dustin, Shita, Sylvia and Sarah. Claire and Rusty explored agricultural serving assignments from Monterey, Massachusetts to Tochigi, Japan. Walker and Ashton continued on with their life experiences knowing Quiet Creek will always be home them.
