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
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.
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.