Appalachia

Grassroots resistance can sometimes win (although the pipeline company claims it was the market rather than the resistance that stopped the pipeline). http://www.courier-journal.com/story/tech/science/environment/2014/04/28/bluegrass-pipeline-put-hold/8430261/

I think the key is getting enough people engaged. The representatives from the gas companies were caught lying, bullying, threatening and trespassing. So getting to potential landowners early is very important.

Some things to think about before granting a pipeline easement on your property: http://www.kyrc.org/webnewspro/138142064642871.shtml -I'm sure some of the issues and laws are different between Kentucky and Ohio but I think it could be helpful in giving some people an idea of the questions they should ask.