Cool Works Tips, Tales & Trails

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A social network for those who want to compare and share their work and life experiences in great places.

Ride Board for Seasonal Employees

Need a ride or a someone to split expenses with headeing to or from your next seasonal gig? Check out our ride board.

Rooms on the Road

For those times to and from your gigs when you need a break from the tent or camper and want to splurge on a room.

Organic Farm Work

Check out this great site that was brought to our attention on our message board. Many Organic farm positions - volunteer and internships, interesting caretaker positions, and intentional community opportunities. And check out the forum, lots of good thoughts

Adirondack State Park

High trails, low trails, lakes, forests, open meadows, 4000' summits.

Boundary Waters Canoe Area

A comprehensive website about the Boundary Waters in northeastern Minnesota

Be a Backpack Gear Tester!

"BackpackGearTest.org is a site where backpackers evaluate new gear in the field over a six month testing period.' No joking! You could be a tester.

Print Your Own Topo Maps

If you're headed out for a hike and need a map in a hurry, Topozone.com is a great resource. (There is a cost - need to be a Trails.com subscriber.)

Like to Hike? Like to Find Hidden Treasure?

Become a 'Geocacher' A GPS device and a hunger for adventure are all you need for this high tech treasure hunting game that's worldwide.

Teach English Overseas

"Teaching English overseas is a great way to build your resume, gain international experience, work with others and travel the world."

Stories from the Road

Check out several travel and work stories - 2004 Olympic Torch Bearer, a ski instructor and his adventures with bagels, the AidsVaccine Ride in Europe, a Panama Peace Corps Story, Sea Kayaking, and more.

'Waging Peace, Fighting Disease, Building Hope'

Check out the Carter Center website and all that they're doing to make the world a better place. You too can become a 'Peacekeeper'.

League of Conservation Voters

Keep up to date on conservation issues that matter to you.

A great web Resource List for Making a Difference!

This is a set of set of resources around the web for activism, peace, social justice, human rights, organizing, and globalization provided by Donnely/Colt.