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Fall Service Experiences

Fall break ASE programs provide an immersive service and learning experience in our region, led by trained student Peer Leaders. Each ASE involves service alongside community partners, purposeful reflection, and new experiences. Fall break ASE programs typically take place within the state of North Carolina.

Sign up

Complete the ASE Fall Interest form when it opens in September. Our staff will then send you an email to confirm your placement on a program (or waitlist) and provide instructions for submitting your payment.

Sign-up period

September 3 – 24, 2025
(or until all programs have filled)

Cost

The cost for participation in a fall program is $50 – $125 depending on program selected. Payment is due at the time of sign-up. The program fee covers transportation, lodging, and all meals during the program.

More Program Info

Learn more before signing up by coming to our ASE Fall & Winter Info Night on Wednesday, September 3 from 7:00 – 9:00pm in Price Lake (PSU 201A).

 

Fall Programs

Ziggy's Refuge Farm Sanctuary

Ziggy’s Refuge Farm Sanctuary

October 10 – 14, 2025

Peer Leaders: Maggie Lewis & Hailey Studdard

Ziggy’s Refuge Farm Sanctuary is a farm animal rescue in rural NC that exists to support and love as many deprived animals as possible and to educate the population on the torture and abuse animals endure in factory farms, animal testing laboratories, and general neglect from humans. We will be living on the farm, helping out with the animals and other farm maintenance projects.

Blue Ridge Mountains

Local ASE

October 10 – 12, 2025

Peer Leaders: TBD

Join us for a weekend of service and exploring right here in Boone, NC! Participants will be lodged at the Valle Crucis Conference Center just outside of Boone. More details to come.