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Musician Chuck Leavell has had a pretty incredible music career. Not only was he a member of The Allman Brothers Band during the height of their popularity — but he’s also been a keyboardist for The Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, and The Black Crowes; among many others.

You would think such gigs would leave very little time for personal pursuits, but surprisingly, Leavell is a tree farmer in Twiggs County outside Macon, Georgia. In fact, he is a two-time Georgia Tree Farmer of the Year! Such an occupation has jived well with the musician’s involvement in conservation and environmental initiatives; so it makes sense that he’s about to take his love for the planet online in the shape of a new green startup called the Mother Nature Network.

Details on the new site are a little thin, but from what we’ve heard, there will be 8 channels — with each one covering a different topic like food or politics. According to a news release, MNN is also looking for one college student from each major American university to represent the local scene. From the article,

Each of the winning correspondents will become a highlighted contributor at MNN for 2009 with his or her own video program or blog that will provide access to a nationwide audience. In addition, winners will receive a “Flip Ultra” video camcorder, and the top five correspondents will be selected to participate in an exclusive, all-expense paid summit where they will share ideas with top environmentalists, business leaders, scientists and entertainers.

Sounds like a pretty good gig — and a great way to network and make a name for those looking to pursue careers in environmental reporting, science, etc. If you’re interested, submit your entry here.

Look for MNN to launch in January of 2009.