For those who plan on being active this summer, the living gets a lot easier if the Internet is part of the activity planning.
The net hosts a variety of sites that can help a summer adventurer scout activities from bird watching to outdoor symphony concerts.
Most of these sites offer a wealth of information, such as directions and contact information, that make planning a trip or finding something to do as hassle-free as possible.
For those who like to stay close to home, the Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce has an activity calendar on its website at www.romega.com.
There is quite an array of activities listed on this site.
Upcoming events are listed by month, but the site also allows the user to search for events by date.
Also featured is an automatic email reminder for the events the user chooses and a link to email for more information about specific happenings.
One of the more interesting listings on the site is the archaeological dig at the Chieftain's Museum on May 12. The public is invited to participate, and it costs $2.
Volunteer opportunities abound in the local area as well.
Animal lovers should give www.rfhs.com a look. It is the site of the Rome-Floyd County Humane Society and has information on joining and links to various volunteer agencies. For those interested in joining, student dues are only $5 a year and there are many ways to help out, from collecting coupons to donating your recyclables.
For the people-minded volunteer, the Sara Hightower Regional Library posts a list of all local civic organizations on its site at www.floyd.public.lib.ga.us. Just click on the Reference Services link and scroll down to Rome-Floyd Civic Organizations. All listings include phone numbers and the appropriate person to contact.
Many organizations, such as the American Red Cross and Big Brothers/Big Sisters are very happy to accept volunteers. Some screening may be required of applicants.
If Rome doesn't hold the prospect for the ultimate summer adventure, then maybe it is time to hit the road.
Those who may want to head to Atlanta would benefit by browsing www.accessatlanta.com before making the trip. This site is fully searchable by a variety of criteria, including date and venue. It has listings for clubs, bars, restaurants, events and even the weather.
Due to the large number of events taking place in Atlanta on any given day, Access Atlanta has the A-list feature on its site. Only the best venues and biggest events make the �A-list�, so finding the perfect outing becomes a little easier.
For venues that have been sold out, www.openseats.com is a ticket classifieds site, which offers tickets to sold out venues and also offers bargain ticket hunting.
For the outdoors type, an extensive list of activities can be found at www.gastateparks.org. From bird watching to mountain biking, the Georgia State Park System offers outings for every kind of nature lover.
All of the events on the site are inexpensive and Skidaway Island plays host to a large number of them. This makes it easy to hit the parents up for money for a trip to Savannah. After all, it's educational.
If one would rather make money than spend it, give www.campjobs.com a look. This site posts employment openings for counselors and instructors at summer camps all over the country. From teaching dance in Pennsylvania to life guarding in California, there is sure to be a listing that will suit any interest.
Whatever the activity or wherever the trip, remember, above all, to be safe.
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