Well, of sorts. The US Army Corps of Engineers is looking for volunteers interested in helping out at Corps lakes and recreation areas across the country. You'll help out in environmental programs, public outreach, and educational efforts if you sign up. There's no pay involved, but you'll receive free campground space in many locales. THIS YEAR SwissAir and Sabena have some fine fly-drive offers for those looking to head to Europe after November 1.
Flights are valid from NY, Boston, Washington, Atlanta, Chicago or Dallas.
REI 's outlet store is the place to visit if you need cheap travel accessories or gear. They have a vast selection of closeout camping, climbing, outdoors, and travel gear where prices keep dropping until they are sold. They have many other such deals for fall and winter booking. Publisher Rough Guides has a free subscription to its excellent Rough Guides newsletter available. OUR HERO Gary Steiger has a fine page about his free trips gained through various frequent flyer scams, er, efforts.