Appalachia: Turning Assets into Opportunities

Contents

Section I: Defining Asset-Based Economic Development

• Defining Asset-Based Economic Development
• Important Considerations and Benefits

Section II: Asset-Rich Appalachia: Cultivating Opportunities

• Three Reasons Why Asset-Based Economic Development is Timely and Appropriate
  • Natural Resources
    • "Selling" the Farm
    • Meet Me At The Junction
    • Training For Adventure
    • Eco-Friendly Kane Hardwood: A Certified Success
  • Cultural Resources
    • Forging Ahead On A Crooked Road
    • One Teacher's Vision
    • Creating Experiences
  • Retooling Old Structures Into New Uses
    • Gone Fishing
    • From Gas To Greenhouse
    • Revitalizing Main Streets
    • Riding The Rails

Section III: Appalachia: Poised for Potential

• Summary
• Resources
• Suggestions for Further Reading

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