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Voting Now Open for HI-USA's At-Large Directors! The nominations are in, and now it's your chance to help shape the future of Hostelling International USA (HI-USA) by voting for At-Large Directors! Members will elect four At-Large Directors to serve a 1, 2, or 3-year term on the HI-USA Board of Directors. For more information and to meet the nominees, go to www.hiusa.org/about-us/at-large-directors.
HI-USA Hostels and Volunteers Honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. For HI-USA, this MLK Day was an occasion to renew our organization's commitment to service and community. Over a dozen hostels across our network celebrated Dr. King's legacy this year by hosting events on-site, participating in large-scale projects outside the hostels, and hosting film screenings and discussions for their guests and members of the community. Read the full story on hiusa.org.
2014 Great Hostel Give Back Begins For the fourth year in a row, HI-USA is honoring its commitment to civic engagement and volunteer service with the Great Hostel Give Back. Throughout January and February, HI-USA offers groups free overnight accommodation in exchange for volunteer work. The scope and impact of the projects that have already been completed in January is truly inspiring. Read the full story on hiusa.org.
Small Adventures Helped One Blogger Break Out of Her Routine No matter how comfortable your everyday life is, it's easy to let routine overtake "adventure" on your list of priorities. But when Marian from the blog marianlibrarian.com took a few days off from city life in San Francisco to visit Point Reyes, CA, she remembered just how inspiring travel can be, even when it's in your own backyard. Pop over to read about Marian's time at HI-Point Reyes in her post, Thank God for Small Adventures.
HOSTELLING INTERNATIONAL GLOBAL PROMOTION
Winter Fun in Québec City Make a trip across the border this winter and immerse yourself in the European charm of Québec City. Don't miss the Red Bull Crashed Ice finale March 20-22. The world's most talented skaters will come together to ride a 600-meter-long ice cross downhill track through the city's cobblestone streets. No matter what your winter adventure, HI-Québec City hostel is the perfect jumping-off point. Housed in a former convent, the hostel is brimming with historic character while still offering all the modern amenities travelers want. Visit HI-Québec City's web page to find out more!
Travelbytes Contest  Please take a few moments to share your thoughts with us on volunteering, both at home and on the road. As a thank you, we'll be sending a Vapur Element performance water bottle to ten lucky entrants!
Click here to complete the survey. The winners will be chosen on February 24th, so be sure to complete the short survey before then. | 
