I had the wonderful privilege of being the guest of Mary Bigelow at the VIP party for the projected Platinum certified LEED Herkelrath Project in Onekama, MI as a kickoff for the Energy Fair. What a blast!!  And what an experience to see firsthand this home (with newly installed windmill) that Mary has written several posts about and to meet the people who put so much time and dedication into this project.  First there is Adam, the Hybrid Guy, and their new trailer which made it's debut. He has such a passion for this home and is so knowledgeable.  He can captivate an audience.The wives (Heidi Bearup and Christi Hughes, top) who helped host this event were gracious as well as the homeowner, Steve.  Sorry Steve, I didn't get your picture. Others involved with this great HYBRID home that I met were Jake with R-Value Concrete and John from CertainTeed. I also got to chat with Eric Hughes of Image Design and Buzz Holtvluwer of Standale Lumber, and David Bahle, Thorntree Commons @ Sutton's Bay.  He and his car are a blog in themselves.  Let me just say, he's GREEN!  I'm looking forward to seeing the home when it's completed - hopefully Mary can get us a post on that.  Also, looking forward to her feedback on the Energy Fair.  She'll have a lot of great pictures and exciting information to share.  Thanks for the invite Mary!!