Mark Morgan is the creator of and driving force behind Bearpaw. With over thirty years of experience in construction, fourteen of which have been in sustainable building, Mark is a rare source of wide-ranging and practical information in this rapidly growing field. A good deal of his unique knowledge has been acquired through years of studying ancient techniques, while trade journals, organizations, and his large network of friends in the field keep him on top of the latest innovations.
Mark can be relied on to offer an uncommonly honest assessment of both the positives and negatives of the techniques we use. He will make a great effort to help you understand the ins and outs of sustainable building options. Please read our Design Philosophy and our page about Lifestyle Choices to learn more about Bearpaw's dedication to sustainability.
Our small crew will join Mark on large construction projects. The crew consists of a collection of hard-working men and women motivated by an interest in environmentally-friendly, self-sufficient lifestyle choices. They make for a unique kind of construction site...!
For information on employment opportunities with Bearpaw, please visit our Contact page.
Mark is an active member and former board member of the Midwest Renewable Energy Association based in Steven's Point, Wisconsin. The MREA is a non-profit organization devoted to education about renewable energy and other sustainable lifestyle choices. Each June the MREA hosts the world's largest Sustainability Fair, a three-day event where intellectuals, sustainability geeks, hippies, survivalists, and curious newcomers get together to exchange information (and party hard). The MREA also hosts classes throughout the year dealing with various aspects of renewable energy. We strongly encourage you to visit their site and to join us at the 2006 Sustainability Fair!
