Heart Button Turtle Conservation Trip: Chat with Katie We interviewed Rustic Alumna, Katie Gruber who shared her awesome experience on our Turtle Conservation Project. Watch the full interview here!
Heart Button Empowering Young Minds through Recycling Education Prajanya's Climate Leaders Fellowship project in Dublin inspired youth in her community.
Heart Button High School Juniors Join Forces to Tackle Clothing Waste in Arlington A group of local students worked together to tackle clothing waste issues and bring sustainability to their community.
Heart Button Bay Area Student Empowers Youth to Shape Climate Policy with Seminar Learn how Jayden empowered youth to drive climate policy at an interactive seminar. He shares the importance of influencing governments and shaping environmental action for a sustainable future.
Heart Button Rustic Spirit Spotlights: Greer, Khadeejah and Yusur Teens in Washington and Virginia show us each person can create meaningful change. Rustic Spirit Spotlights acknowledge and celebrate these inspiring young leaders!
Heart Button 14-Year-Old Colorado Student Designs Waste Management Project Discover how Aryan spearheaded a waste management project through the Climate Leaders Fellowship.
Heart Button Capture | Fiji Photo Tour Highlights On February 20th, the islands of Fiji were hit by the worst storm to ever strike the southern hemisphere. The devastating Cyclone Winston killed at least 42 people and left tens of thousands without homes. Rustic Pathways has worked in Fiji for over 20 years; our community partners in both the highlands and islands are members of…
Heart Button Brooklyn Student Creates a Movement to Plant Trees With Green Space Initiative Tabor set out to improve his community due to the lack of of green space around underprivileged areas of Brooklyn. Learn how he has requested over 50 trees to be planted and has expanded the project to all of Brooklyn.
Heart Button How a 15-Year-Old New Yorker Helps 500 Homeless Individuals as a Student Learn how Malaika raised funds to purchase and donate eco-friendly socks to individuals experiencing homelessness.
Heart Button Rustic Spirit Spotlights x Climate Leaders Fellowship: Student Impact Goes Coast to Coast in the USA Read about Ruby and Elyse’s efforts during the Climate Leaders Fellowship in California and New York!
Heart Button Generational Travel Trends in 2025: How Gen Z and Beyond Explore the World Bro, we know the generations are a bit different and Gen X is definitely doing things differently. Let’s break down how these generational travel trends set them apart in their ways of exploring the world.
Heart Button 2023 Program Update - What’s on the Horizon See what's new, what's hot, and what's coming in the next few weeks.
Heart Button Plastic Use, Fast Fashion and Food Waste: How Teenagers Worldwide Are Combating Environmental Issues Students participating in the Climate Leaders Fellowship program in the Spring of 2022 designed a plethora of projects to tackle waste management issues.
Heart Button Travel Preparation: Expert Answers to Top Pre-Travel Questions Got pre-travel questions? Get expert advice on the best travel preparation practices. Experts share their insights to make your trip smoother and more enjoyable.
Heart Button Rustic Spirit Spotlights: Connor, Ciara and Jhanavi Teens around the United States are teaching youth important skills and helping individuals in need.
Heart Button The Best Three Programs for Foodies Students can have a memorable tasting adventure during their Rustic travels. Here are some of the best programs for food-loving students who want to try something different.
Heart Button What Makes Rustic Programs Rustic? Part 2 - The Destination Rustic programs take students off the beaten path - far away from tourist locations. At these destinations, they are wowed by both the scenery and the people they meet.
Heart Button What Makes Rustic Programs Rustic? Part 1 - Lodging “Rustic” lodging can include camping, or staying in huts, or even boats. Here are some of the lodging differences
Heart Button The Three Best Programs for First-Time Travelers Read details about three of the programs commonly picked by first-time travelers.
Heart Button How Students with Anxiety Can Benefit from Traveling Traveling can help students with anxiety gain confidence, manage triggers and reduce stress. Discover how Rustic alumni used travel for their mental health journeys, gaining freedom, perspective, and resilience in supportive environments.