Chris Havens, District Administration Manager
chavens@laporteco.in.gov
Chris is a lifelong resident of La Porte County, and is a graduate of Indiana University. He is responsible for leading the daily office operations of the District, as well as assisting in the community during various District events and programs. Chris lives in La Porte with his wife and 2 boys.
Paul Vicari, Soil Conservationist
pvicari@laporteco.in.gov
With three decades of professional experience as a consulting ecologist and restoration management professional and receiving a B.S. in Biology from Purdue University, West Lafayette, Paul is adept at all aspects of soil and water conservation practices. His responsibilities as the County Conservationist includes all things technical. He also serves as the director for the county’s stormwater management department. Paul resides in New Buffalo with his wife, Anne, a school teacher for Michigan City Area Schools, and their two children, who also both attend(ed) Michigan City Area Schools, with one a recent graduate from Valparaiso University.
Destiny Harrison, Education Coordinator
dharrison@laporteco.in.gov
Destiny has a B.S. in Wildlife Biology from Purdue University – West Lafayette and previously worked as a zookeeper where she enjoyed educating visitors about the animals and how to protect their natural habitats. Destiny’s goals are for her audiences to gain a new appreciation for the world around them and understand that every individual can make a difference! Destiny resides in La Porte with her husband, 2 dogs, and 4 cats. Destiny is available for school and group programs.
Partner Staff
Kevin Shide
NRCS District Conservationist
Alejandro.CarreroMuniz@usda.gov
Kelsey Guadarrama
Purdue Extension Director
ksajdera@purdue.edu