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ROOFTOP OF VIRGINIA Alternative Spring Break - March 8-11, 2013

This trip will take us to the beautiful mountains of Grayson Highland State Park as we travel to Independence, VA, to work with members of the Grayson County Parks and Recreation.  When the work is done, enjoy the Appalachian Trail for a hike, set out on he New River for canoeing and kayaking or horseback riding in the Grayson Highland area.  For more information or to apply, contact Kayten Stroop at kkstroop@radford.edu.

MOUNTAIN JUSTICE SPRING BREAK - Marh 10-17, 2013 - in Northern West Virginia

This March Mountain Justice Spring Break (MJSB) will bring together coalfield residents, college students, environmentalists and concerned citizens who are interested in learning more about mountaintop removal coal mining and hydro fracking.  From March 10-17, 2013, MJSB will be in central West Virginia.  We will spend a week cultivating the skills and visions needed to build a sustainable energy future in Appalachia.  Through education, community service, speakers, hiking, music, poetry, direct action and more, you will learn from and stand with Appalalchian communities in the struggle to maintain our land and culture.  Mountain Justice Spring Break will also offer a variety of community service projects in northern West virginia.  For more information, contact Kelli Billips at kdbillips@radford.edu.