Orientations

All ASP volunteers are required to attend and participate in all of our pre-trip orientations.

To satisfy the orientation requirement, volunteers must attend all four orientation programs to learn about the Appalachian culture and local poverty as well as the “Three S’s” – safety, sensitivity and stewardship.  Each of the first three sessions will be offered twice – you only need to attend one.  The final orientation will only be offered once.

The 2026 dates are as follows:

    • Orientation 1 – February 4th or February 10th
    • Orientation 2 – March 18th or March 24th
    • Orientation 3 – April 22rd or April 28th
    • Orientation 4 – June 3th – Only one date for this orientation

Contact: Deb Ahle, 203-240-1864