Spring 2011 Site Descriptions

Habitat for Humanity Trips

Bay St. Louis, MS

Mississippi Gulf Coast Habitat for Humanity, Bay St. Louis, MS Come build on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi! Their wonderful community is still recovering from the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, 5 years later. They were ground zero for the storm, which destroyed 70% of all housing. Since 2006, Habitat Bay-Waveland has been working diligently to rebuild this wonderful beach community.

Florida Gulf Coast Habitat for Humanity, Punta Gorda,

Florida Charlotte County Habitat for Humanity is located in Punta Gorda, Florida. They are located near the Gulf of Mexico with several beaches in nearby Englewood. Their community has suffered greatly during the downturn in the building industry and the decline of the economy. As a result, they have seen an unprecedented need for safe, affordable housing in our community over the past two years.

Danville, VA

Experience the best of Southern Virginia hospitality, charm and scenic beauty. Great crew leaders, opportunities to work with partner families, and enjoy rich cultural and natural beauty of the Piedmont area of Virginia. Mild climate, great food, and spend Wednesday visiting the Blue Ridge Mountains or local Civil War sites. Spend a week helping to build the Habitat Village that you will remember long after you return to school.

Almost Heaven, West Virginia

Escape to breathtaking beauty in the heart of Appalachia! Almost Heaven is a community loaded with well-preserved natural wonders: mountains, caves, swimming holes, shallow trout beds, and much more. It is literally an outdoors paradise, with plenty of opportunities for self-discovery. Yet it is also an area of extreme poverty, and it needs your help. Serve others, find yourself.

Statesville, NC

An ASB Favorite! Founded in 1985, Habitat for Humanity of Iredell County is a locally run affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. They believe that every man, woman and child should have a safe and affordable place to live. An amazing opportunity to meet this amazing community and provide housing to people in need.

Breakaway Trips

Everglades Trip: Ecological Extravaganza

The Everglades is one part of the nation that has been greatly affected by global warming. As the Everglades begins to disappear, it becomes only more important to gain an understanding about the area and methods that are being implemented to preserve what is left. Working with the national park services for four days of the trip, you will be doing invasive species removal, trail maintenance, beach clean ups and possibly some snorkeling. One day will be spent at the Everglades Outpost, a refuge devoted to saving abused exotic animals. Don't forget sunscreen!

Kanab, UT

Best Friends Animal Society is guided by a simple philosophy: kindness to animals builds a better world for all of us. The Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, at the heart of the Golden Circle of national parks in southern Utah, is home on any given day to about 2,000 dogs, cats, and other animals, who come from shelters and rescue groups around the country for special care they can only receive at Best Friends. Volunteers will help care for animals, do maintenance, and construct kennels.

Blue Ridge Environmental Stewardship, Purcellville, VA

The Blue Ridge Center takes a unique look at environmental stewardship. An important part of their mission explores the ways in which economics and conservation can go hand in hand. They work to demonstrate how conservation land can be kept active for economic uses like farming, as well as public uses like recreation and education. Volunteers will assist with environmental revitalization such as clearing and building trails, organic farming, and other activities!

Chesapeake, VA

Through their thousands of human service programs, including housing and healthcare, Volunteers of America helps more than 2 million people each year. Since 1896, they have supported and empowered America's most vulnerable groups, including at-risk youth, the frail elderly, men and women returning from prison, homeless individuals and families, people with disabilities, and those recovering from addictions. Volunteers will help them deliver these life-saving services.

ASB: Serve others, find yourself