By Terri Hall-Jackson, Care2 contributing writer

Looking for an affordable and fun family vacation that provides R and R, plus the satisfaction of knowing that together you've contributed to making the Earth happy?

Then you might consider taking a volunteer vacation. These vacations do require that you push up your sleeves to varying degrees, but the trade-off sometimes includes free food and accommodations, a new locale away from it all, many of which are quite beautiful, and experiences that no classroom could ever offer you or your child.

Here are some ways to get started:

1. Through the World-Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms, your family can choose from a number of organic farms throughout the United States (including Hawaii and the U.S. Virgin Islands!!) that will welcome