Service Oriented Workcamping Organizations
I just became aware of NOMADS and after doing some reading am very interested in getting involved. I've also seen a SOWERS group, as well as Habitat for Humanity CARE-a-vaners. Do any of you have ex...
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From what I've read, there is a $40 per year fee to be part of the organization (I assume this covers admin etc).
I've also come across a couple other groups (MMAP, SOWERS), as well a Habitat for Humanities CARE-a-vanners. I'm still looking for more opportunities to compare before deciding how to get involved here.
All of these are ways to 'pay back' or 'pay it forward', and assume you get yourself there and provide free labor for a short duration. These are not money-making ventures. From a money standpoint, it does seem that most/all? of NOMADS opportunities include free parking and electricity etc for the RV while you volunteer. Perusing CARE-a-vanners website suggests than some of their's also provide free camping or at least at reduced rates.
Still looking for others who have found this type of way to contribute...
I've also come across a couple other groups (MMAP, SOWERS), as well a Habitat for Humanities CARE-a-vanners. I'm still looking for more opportunities to compare before deciding how to get involved here.
All of these are ways to 'pay back' or 'pay it forward', and assume you get yourself there and provide free labor for a short duration. These are not money-making ventures. From a money standpoint, it does seem that most/all? of NOMADS opportunities include free parking and electricity etc for the RV while you volunteer. Perusing CARE-a-vanners website suggests than some of their's also provide free camping or at least at reduced rates.
Still looking for others who have found this type of way to contribute...
