Not interested in the sun and alcohol-soaked debauchery found due south? Check out these five alternative spring breaks.
Road-trip the Highway A1A – Florida
Back in the day, Florida’s north Atlantic coast was America’s answer to the French Riviera. That all changed when the railroad opened up the Sunshine State’s deep south. Now largely forgotten, the seashore between Amelia Island and St. Augustine is one of Florida’s sweetest stretches of coastline – and you can have it almost to yourself.
Help rebuild after Super Storm Sandy – Newark, New Jersey
Every year United Way sets up volunteer projects in communities across the country that need help the most. In Newark, volunteers will work on a variety of relief and rebuilding projects along the Jersey Coast and throughout the tri-state area. See the United Way website for more details.
Sea turtle conservation – Campemento Tecoman, Mexico
At night, conservation volunteers comb the 15-mile black sand beach for recently laid eggs of the endangered Olive Ridley sea turtles. The eggs are carefully collected and taken to camp for incubation. Once hatched, the young turtles are immediately released into the sea, while volunteers stand guard from predators. See the Projects Abroad website for more details.
Care for people with disabilities – Guatemala
In communities where resources are already scarce, it’s not uncommon for individuals with disabilities to go without vital care and services. By leading activity sessions, sharing meals, assisting with physical therapy or simply providing companionship, volunteers can enrich the life of people with disabilities. See the Cross-Cultural Solutions website for more information.
Hiking and trail stewarding – parks and forests across the U.S.
The American Hiking Society organizes volunteer trail stewardship projects in parks and forests across the country. In crews of 10-15 adults, volunteers split their days hiking, completing trail maintenance and exploring off the beaten track.
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