DCR Universal Access Program

🎶Its a beautiful day and lookin for something tandem to do?? 🌞 Try UAP Adaptive Cycling!! 🚴‍♀️Join our partner, Waypoint Adventure, on Friday, August 16, from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Wompatuck State Park🌳(204 Union St. Hingham MA) for a Tandem Cycling excursion!!! 🤩

🚴During this program, small groups work together to cycle the back roads and bike paths of Massachusetts. Participants are encouraged to bring lunch and socialize on the trail and during breaks. We have a variety of bikes that offer different amounts of support. We will match up two riders (a Captain and a Stoker). The Captain will be the leader and the Stoker is the other half of the team, who works with the Captain to enjoy the adventure of tandem cycling. Some of our bikes are more traditional upright bicycles that require teamwork and balance. We also have other models that are side by side or recumbent, low to the ground, tandems. Some have two wheels and require more balance while others are quite sturdy with three wheels and supportive seats. 🥰

💲Cost: $20/Participant. Cost flexible based on need.

✍️To Register: Visit https://waypoint-adventure.jumbula.com/OpenEnrollment2024/081624TandemCycling1000am130pm

❓Questions: Email [email protected]

UAP-makin' the smiles happen!!! 😎

🎉Celebrate ADA Day at McGraw Center for Adaptive Sports! Join Spaulding Adaptive Sports Centers and CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled to celebrate the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. 🥳

🌞The McGraw Center staff will host a local resource fair and adaptive sports equipment demonstrations will be available. 🚲 This is a free event and is open to the public-everyone is welcome!! 👩‍🦽🧑‍🦼🚶‍♂️👩‍🦯🏃

⭐️WHEN: Friday, July 26, 2024; 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

⭐️WHERE: McGraw Center for Adaptive Sports, 3382 Main St., Brewster, MA 02631

🕵️For SASC Information: call 877-976-7272 or visit https://sasc.spauldingrehab.org

🥳YAYYYYYY!! Perfect post-storm day!!! 🌤And we're celebrating by canoe cruising 🚣‍♀️ (yes it's a thing 🤪). Wooo hooo!!! 👏 What? Not a fan? Never tried it? 😱 Well never fear-ADAPTIVE CANOEING IS HERE!!! 🦸‍♂️

🌟Universal Access Programs are the purrrrfect way to try it out. 😼You can get supports, instruction and encouragement from highly trained staff!! 🥰 Right now our partners at Waypoint Adventure are having a total blast paddling on Spot Pond at Middlesex Fells Reservation, 4 Woodland Road, in Stoneham. 🛶

🥺Sad that you are missing out? 😁 No worries! There's one final program next week on Thursday, July 25, 1 p.m.-3 p.m. 🎉But you have to register....

💲Cost: $20/Participant. Cost flexible based on need.

✍️Register: Visit https://waypoint-adventure.jumbula.com/open-enrollment

⌚️Meet at: Spot Pond Boat House; Parking is limited

❓Questions: Email [email protected]

UAP makes the smiles happen....😎

☀️BEAT THE HEAT WITH UAP!!! 😎Cool down, calm down, & come on down to Dunn Pond this Thursday to join our partner, All Out Adventures, for some soul-soothing canoeing!! 🚣Still thinking about it??🤔 Check out of these pics from last week....

As noted in our handy-dandy flyer, this adaptive recreation program will be happening two more times this summer, July 18 & July 25, at Dunn State Park (289 Pearl St., Gardner) from 10 am-3 pm. Paddlers travel together in a small pod exploring the lakes and ponds. Instruction, adaptive equipment, and assistance (as needed) provided. 🥰Sign up for a 1.25-hour time slot during the program time.

⭐️Register & Questions: Call AOA at (413) 584-2052 or email [email protected]

💲Cost: $8 per participant. Scholarships are available for those who need them.

🕵️‍♂️Want to see more?? You will find our UAP Summer 2024 Program Schedule on line: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/universal-access-program

💥Extra! Extra! 🔥Hot off the Press!! 🤩Check out these pics!!! That's right-you are looking at adaptive paddling in the greater Boston area.🚣‍♀️ Sweeeeet!!! Both of these Universal Access Programs-kayaking at Walden Pond Reservation & adaptive canoeing/kayaking at Middlesex Fells Reservation-happened TODAY courtesy of our partners at Waypoint Adventure! 🥰 Big time shout out for making the smiles happen!!! 😁

😲What? You missed it?? 😉No worries-these super fun adventures are happening again! But you will miss them AGAIN if you don't sign-up....

⭐To Register: Visit waypoint-adventure.jumbula.com
💲Cost: $20/Participant. Cost flexible based on need
❓Questions? Email [email protected]

🌞Find these programs & many, many more on our Universal Access Summer 2024 Program Schedule: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/adaptive-program- schedule

🌈Universal Access Program=Where the smiles happen! 😎

🥳To celebrate and create equitable access to the outdoors,🌳 a group in Malden is hosting a FREE Disabilities Pride Day Adaptive Hiking Adventure at Greenwood Park in Middlesex Falls on July 26th from 9-11 a.m. 🧑‍🦽👩‍🦼🧑‍🦯🏃‍♀️

📣Jeff Adams and Waypoint Adventure will be leading a small group hike/flora and fauna guided tour. 🌼The hike will be between 1.5-2 miles around a wooded path. 🌲The terrain is mild-moderate (with some roots and rocks). Off-road wheelchairs, parking and an accessible porta-potty will be available!

⭐️Pre-registration is required and preference is given to Malden residents!! Visit https://www.thegreatmaldenoutdoors.com/events for more information and to register.

🤔Questions? Contact [email protected]

🕵Looking for a nature connection? 🌳🌿Want a multi-sensory immersive experience?? 👁👃🦻 Join DCR for a Sensory Trail Event at Mass Central Rail Trail-Sterling Spur!! 😁These programs are FREE and are for ALL ages and ALL abilities!!! 👩‍🦼🧑‍🦽🏃‍♀️🧑‍🦯

Meet/park at 25 Gates Rd., Sterling across from trailhead. This section of the trail is 3/4 mile round trip, is between two bodies of water (lots of birds🐦 and wildlife🐿) and there are benches and a portable toilet.

Check out this list of Sensory Walks: 👣

☀️Summer Sensory Walk, Friday, July 26 (10-11:30 a.m.)-Guided sensory walk with activities to celebrate summer.

🧚‍♀️Fairy Village and Gnome Homes, Saturday, Aug 10 ( 10 a.m.-12 p.m.)- An enchanted outing-fairy villages and gnome homes are hidden in the forest! And you can make your own fairy or gnome home!!

🦊Creatures of the Forest, October 5, (1-2 p.m.)-Explore what the wild things in the watershed are up to in autumn. Safely discover clues of tracks, s**t and other signs of wildlife!

Questions? Contact [email protected] or call 617- 352-4044.

🐾Get out to where the wild things are....

🤔Looking for something exciting to do?🕵️ Find a spectacular spot and let your inner-fireworks explode!!! 💥 We've got a list of accessible trails and scenic views just waiting for you!! 🫵 Parks are listed by region with descriptions, miles, and surface info. So whether you are looking for a boardwalk, a dynamic summit , a riverwalk, or a hike in the woods we've got you covered. 🏖⛰🌲

CHECK IT OUT AND GET OUT: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/accessible-trails 👩‍🦽🧑‍🦯👨‍🦼🏃‍♀️

⭐️WE'RE IN THE NEWS!!! 🥳Boston 25 News featured Universal Access, and our friends at SMILE Mass, in a story highlighting our efforts to make beaches accessible! 🏖Thank you for helping us get the word out-these fabulous wheelchairs are placed at our beaches so EVERYONE can have the FULL BEACH EXPERIENCE!! 😎

🥺Missed the story? View it here:
https://www.boston25news.com/news/beach-wheelchairs-ensure-everyone-can-enjoy-full-summer-experience/52c34f5a-03ea-4e5f-8c27-78441239eceb/

😍Want to use one of these? Or maybe a sand/suntan beach wheelchair? They are available on a first come, first-served basis at tons of DCR beaches across the state. Visit us on-line for beach wheelchair details, safety info, and locations: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/beach-wheelchairs

😀Universal Access-bringing smiles to all....

🔥Need to beat the heat?? 🕵️ Looking for inclusive family pool fun without the crowds? 🤽 Try adaptive recreational swimming at Bennett Field Pool in Worcester!! This FREE pool program is lead by our partner Easterseals Massachusetts and no, IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER!!! 👏

🔦Highlights? ✔️️Check this out: ️

• Program runs BEFORE public swimming (so no crowds)
• Its open to individuals with disabilities of ALL ages AND their families
• Sessions are lead by an aquatics instructor and lifeguard
• You'll participate in fun safety activities, water games, AND meet new friends

🏊 Accessible swimming happens on Tuesdays and Fridays from July 9-August 16, 2024. There are 2 sessions:

Session 1 - Children ages 5-12 (9-9:45 a.m.)
Session 2 - Children ages 13+ and adults (10-10:45 a.m.)

Location: Bennet Field Pool, 1260 Main St., Worcester

⏰ Don't wait! Space is limited!! 😮 To sign up and learn more contact: Patrick Remy at [email protected] or (508) 751-6417

Visit them online at: https://www.easterseals.com/ma/programs-and-services/recreation/adaptive-swim.html

🌞Make your move to stay cool!!! 😎

🥵Totally sick of this heat and being stuck indoors?!? Well our partner, Out Adventures, has some slick outdoor rec. programs this week to help cooool 🧊you down!! 🕵️‍♂️ Check these out:

🚴‍♀️Wed., June 26: Worcester-Adaptive Cycling (11 a.m.-3 p.m.)
Blackstone River Greenway at the Blackstone River Valley Heritage Center, 3 Paul Clancy Way, Worcester, MA

🚴Fri., June 28: Hadley-Adaptive Cycling (10 a.m.-3 p.m.)
Norwottuck Rail Trail, 12 Railroad St., Hadley, MA

🚣Sat, June 29: Cheshire-Adaptive Kayaking (10 a.m.-3 p.m.)
Cheshire Reservoir at Farnams Crossing, 50 Farnams Rd, Cheshire, MA

BUT you have to PRE-REGISTER️‼️ Call (413) 584-2052 or email [email protected]

🥰Like what you see? 🤩Want to see more?? For our full 2024 Summer Schedule with adaptive rec. opportunities across the state, visit us on-line at https://www.mass.gov/info-details/adaptive-program-schedule ☀️

Make the move to have fun in the sun!!!!! 😎

🥵Heatwave on the looongest day of the year?!?! 🧊Here's a way to stay COOL 😎& get beaching!!! 🌊 BEACH WHEELCHAIRS!! 😲We have them placed at DCR beaches across the state for you to use. Some sites have sand/sunbathing beach wheelchairs and some have floating beach wheelchairs. And many have BOTH!!

📣But they're available on a first-come, first-served basis ONLY. 🏖So grab your suntan lotion, hat, sunglasses, water, umbrella, and life vest and get down there faaaaaast!!! 🧑‍🦽👩‍🦼🧑‍🦯🏃‍♀️

For more info on locations and safety visit our website at: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/beach-wheelchairs

🔥DCR's Summer Preview Video is HOT!!! 🌞Our Adaptive Recreation Fair is the launching pad 🚀🚖for showcasing allllllll the adaptive recreation options that we have to off this summer. Adaptive paddling, cycling, swimming, fishing, golfing, and camping.🚴‍♀️🚣🏌️‍♀️You can even access the water with beach wheelchairs!!! 🏖

Check it out on instagram or youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSkKSbobdBA

🤔Want to learn more?
🤓Looking for programs that provide adaptive equipment, professional staff, instruction and support??
😎Then you need a UAP Summer 2024 Program Schedule! It highlights programs offered by All Out Adventures, Holyoke Rows, Waypoint Adventure, Spaulding Adaptive Sports Centers and more!

🌟Download one from our website https://www.mass.gov/info-details/adaptive-program-schedule OR contact UAP and we will email it to you (413-461-7126 or [email protected]). 👩‍🦽🧑‍🦼👩‍🦯🚶🏃‍♀️

🌊FREE Adaptive Water Ski Clinic for Veterans of ALL ABILITIES!! 👩‍🦽🚶‍♂️👩‍🦯👨‍🦼If you missed them at our Adaptive Recreation Fair, you can catch Webster Water Ski Collective on July 10th at their totally cool Water Ski Clinic!!! 😎Whooooohoooooo!!!! 🎉

🚤 Join them from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at Donahue Rowing Center (237 N. Quinsigamond Ave., Shrewsbury) for a blast on the water! 🥳 There will be a cookout, 🍔gifts, and more to honor our heroes. 🎖 This is for all veterans with physical or cognitive disabilities (including PTSD).

For more info and to register visit them on-line: https://www.websterwaterski.org/events/disabled-veterans-adaptive-ski-day-july-10-2024/

Got Questions? Email [email protected]

🌎Hundreds and hundreds and hundreds of people joined our happy dance along the gorgeous Charles River on Saturday!! 🚣 Talk about fun in the sun 🌞-we were playing, jamming, and....RECREATING!!!! 😁 It was our best Adaptive Recreation Fair ever!!!! 🤩

And we couldn't have pulled it off without YOU 🫵and our fabulous partners, dedicated exhibitors and energetic volunteers. 👏 Big shout outs to: All Out Adventures, , Community Boating Inc. Boston, MA, MPGA, Golf for All, Webster Water Ski Collective, Gnome Surf, , Community Rowing, Inc. - CRI, MBTA Mobility Center, My Ombudsman, Unspoken Images Photography, Northeast Passage , Maya gold River Arts, Institute for Human Centered Design, Institute for Human Centered Design, DCR Interpreters and Forest Fire Control, Boston Planning & Development Agency - BPDA, MERCYWORLDWIDE and sooooo many more.......

THANK YOU!!!! 🥳

☀️The sun will be out tomorrow! 🌈You don't need to stay at home and be gray and gloomy. 😔 Why?? 💥 Because tomorrow, tomorrow, our Rec Fair's, tomorrow -it's only a day away!!! 🎶

🌼Come out to Herter Park by the Artesani Playground in Brighton.🌳 We will be there from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. So will 25 vendors exhibiting: adaptive cycling, golf, fishing, kayaking, surfing, fencing, waterskiing, service dogs, health, wellness, wildlife, hiking, and more! Meet Smokey the Bear, play games, and get your face painted!! 👩‍🦽👩‍🦼👩‍🦯🏃

🚴‍♀️Let's recreate and have some FREE FUN IN THE SUN!!! 🌞 That's right, its FREE!!! 🥰️

😎Address: 1255 Soldiers Field Rd. Brighton, MA 02135
😎Parking: Free public parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis
😎Pre-Registration is closed but you can come anyway-just report to the registration table at the entrance.

More Info? Visit our website at: https://www.mass.gov/event/dcr-uap-annual-adaptive-recreation-fair-2024-06-08t100000-0400-2024-06-08t150000-0400

🌞UAP's Summer 2024 Program Schedule has officially launched🛳 (YAYYYY) 🥳and we have a "boatload" of accessible outdoor recreation programs for YOU!! 🚣🏌🚴‍♀️🤽‍♂️

🤩Check it out on our website: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/adaptive-program-schedule

⭐️Through our partners ️ Holyoke Rows , Easterseals Massachusetts, Waypoint Adventure and All Out Adventures we are offering:

• Rowing in Holyoke
• Pool Programming in Worcester
• Kayaking & Canoeing in Concord, Stoneham, Natick, Cambridge, Waltham, Cheshire, Hopkinton, Goshen, Gardner, & Worcester
• Cycling in Blackstone, Worcester, & Hadley

⭐️Explore programs offered by Supported Partners (like MPGA, Golf for All, Spaulding Adaptive Sports Centers and AccesSportAmerica) on DCR sites:
• Sailing on the Charles River in Boston
• Golfing in Canton & Weston
• Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Yoga, and Yard Games at the McGraw Center for Adaptive Sports at Nickerson State Park in Brewster
• Windsurfing, Hawaiian Outrigger Canoeing, Standup Paddling, & Kayaking on Malibu Beach in Dorchester.

🤔Questions? For specific program information and to register, contact the partner providers. For general questions, contact Universal Access at 413-461-7126 or [email protected]. 😎

🤩Wow! Those are soooo cool!! 😎 We heard that comment over and over while exhibiting at Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services's Western Mass Assistive Technology Fair last week. People thought the ParaGolfer was totally amazing-and they were just looking at photos! 🏌️‍♀️

Want to see the real thing?? Come to our UAP Adaptive Recreation Fair on June 8th at Herter Park, 1255 Soldiers Field Rd in Brighton from 10 am-3 pm. The Massachusetts Para-Golfers Association (MPGA) will be exhibiting their ParaGolfer all-terrain power wheelchair!! MPGA promotes recreational and competitive adaptive for players with visual impairments, amputations, loss of mobility, and spinal cord injuries. MPGA provides adaptive golf lessons, recreational programs, and competitive events. Lessons are private and always free and we offer flexible dates and times.

MPGA can also train you to use the ParaGolfers that DCR has available for the public at Leo J. Martin Memorial Golf Course or Ponkapoag Golf Course!

⭐️Want to Contact MPGA? Steve Kuketz, [email protected], (508) 889-7581
or visit them on-line: http://www.mpga.club/

⭐️Want to find out more about the UAP Adaptive Recreation Fair? Visit us on-line and register: https://www.mass.gov/event/dcr-uap-annual-adaptive-recreation-fair-2024-06-08t100000-0400-2024-06-08t150000-0400

⭐️Want to find out about ParaGolfers at DCR Golf Courses? Visit https://www.mass.gov/info-details/adaptive-golf-carts

💧Water. Kayak. Paddle. REPEAT 🚣️️That's right-we have TWO upcoming Adaptive Kayaking Programs at beautiful Cheshire Reservoir!! Join our partners All Out Adventures on May 31 and June 29 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at 50 Farnams Rd in Cheshire.

Paddlers will travel together in a small pod. There will be 1 hour 15-minute timeslots to allow for time to get set up and recreate on the water. Sign up for a morning (11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) or afternoon (1:15 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.) time slot.

COST: $8 per participant. Scholarships available for those who need them.

TO REGISTER: Call All Out Adventures at (413) 584-2052 or email [email protected]

🏊‍♀️Aquatics Instructors Wanted in Worcester!📣 Our pool partner Easterseals Massachusetts is diving into adaptive recreational swimming this summer on Tuesday and Friday mornings. 🤽‍♂️ SPLASH!! 💦But they need your 🫵help!!!

Position Requirements:
☀️Current Aquatic Exercise Association (AEA), Water Safety Instructor (WSI), or Aquatic Therapy and Rehabilitation Instructor (ATRI) certification
☀️ American Red Cross CPR certified
☀️American Red Cross Community First Aid & Safety certified
☀️Must be 18 years of age
☀️Be familiar with, and teach basic water safety skills
☀️Be knowledgeable about aquatics exercise and its contraindications
☀️Manage and instruct a group of 6-12 individuals with a range of disabilities (2 age groups)

Sound interesting?🤔 Want to be a water warrior?? 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️Reach out to Patrick Remy at [email protected] or call 508-751-6417 for more info!! 😎

🚴‍♀️Missed our fantabulous adaptive cycling adventure along the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail with All Out Adventures yesterday??? ☀️Well these folks sure didn't!!! 😎

💥If you are looking to kickstart your Memorial Day weekend, then join AOA this Friday for cycling along the Norwottuck Rail Trail 🚴 (12 Railroad St, Hadley) from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. They will have an array of cycles for riders of all abilities!!!👩‍🦽👨‍🦼👩‍🦯🚶

⭐️Pre-Registration Required: Call All Out Adventures at (413) 584-2052 or email [email protected] 🥰

😳A Great Dane Service Dog?!?! Never seen one?? Then come to our Adaptive Recreation Fair on June 8th! Our new exhibitor, Service Dog Project Inc. will be bringing some of these hugely amazing and gentle dogs for you to meet!! 😍 And they will demonstrate their skills in assisting people with their balance and mobility-something which is more difficult for smaller service dogs. 🦮🐕‍🦺

SDP is a remarkable non-profit that breeds, trains, and donates service dogs. 👏 They are dedicated to treating their dogs with respect, believe in creating a partnership between the Great Dane and recipient 💝 and they are all about Accessibility for All. 👨‍🦯👩‍🦼👨‍🦽🚶🏃‍♀️

Come see for yourselves!! Visit us at Herter Park, 1255 Soldiers Field Rd. in Brighton, on June 8th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more info and to pre-register visit: https://www.mass.gov/event/dcr-uap-annual-adaptive-recreation-fair-2024-06-08t100000-0400-2024-06-08t150000-0400

💥IT'S BACK!!!!! 💥ADA Day at Dunn State Park is returning and we want you🫵to join the fun!!! Hike, kayak, swim, listen to music, eat lunch and hand with friends. 🎶🥪🌲🚣‍♀️ Universal Access, along with our partners from Waypoint Adventure and All Out Adventures 🫶, will be offering accessible hiking, kayaking, and more!!! 🚶‍♀️🧑‍🦽👩‍🦯

⭐️WHEN: Friday, August 2nd, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
⭐️WHERE: Dunn State Park, 289 Pearl St, Gardner
⭐️PRE-REGISTER BY JULY 18: https://masilc.formstack.com/forms/2024adaday
⭐️QUESTIONS? E-mail [email protected]

🎉Come celebrate the ADA with The Massachusetts Statewide Independent Living Council (MASILC) 🥰 ,

🚴‍♀️Come as you are and let the good times roll!!! 🎶 Our partner, All Out Adventures, has 2 totally terrific cycling 🚴adventures for all abilities 🧑‍🦽👩‍🦼👩‍🦯🏃‍♂️this week at Blackstone and Hadley:

🌟Wednesday, May 15, 11 a.m-3 p.m. -Blackstone River Greenway, 85 Canal St, Blackstone

🌟Friday, May 24, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.-Norwottuck Rail Trail, meet at 12 Railroad St., Hadley

📣Pre-Registration Required: Call (413) 584-2052 or email [email protected]

🌸Your Spring Adventure Awaits!! 🌳🥰

Looking for sensory-friendly opportunities? Find them Discovery Museum in Acton! They've just published their June-December 2024 "Especially for Me" schedule. These free events are during special hours for families and groups that would benefit from a limited capacity, sensory friendly visit. They offer accommodations that increase access to exhibits and networking opportunities in an ADA-compliant environment (which includes a designated Take-A Break Space if needed).

Sensory Friendly Afternoons: Tuesdays, 1:30-4:30 p.m.; June 4, Sept. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 12, Dec. 3

Morning for Deaf, Hard of Hearing & KODA visitors: Monday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.; June 3

Special Evenings: Saturdays, 5-8 p.m.
All Access Evening-Aug.17
Autism-Friendly Evening-June 15, Oct. 5, Dec 7
Evening for Deaf, Blind, or DeafBlind-July 20, Nov. 23
Sensory-Friendly Evening for Visitors 18+-Sept. 14
Sensory-Friendly Halloween-Oct. 26

Preregistration is required: https://bit.ly/EFMatDiscovery
Questions? Email: [email protected]

You can also meet Discovery Museum staff at our Adaptive Recreation Fair on June 8 at Herter Park in Brighton! Visit our website for details and to register:: https://www.mass.gov/event/dcr-uap-annual-adaptive-recreation-fair-2024-06-08t100000-0400-2024-06-08t150000-0400

🚴‍♀️Bicycles, bicycles, bicycles!🚴 That's right folks-our partners have 3 absolutely amazing adaptive cycling options for you this week: 🧑‍🦯👩‍🦽🧑‍🦼

1. Waypoint Adventure is running a Tandem Cycling Program in Hingham, at Wompatuck State Park, on Thursday, May 9th from 10 am-1:30 pm. This is a new site-come check it out!! 😀

Pre-register with Waypoint by visiting: https://waypoint-adventure.jumbula.com/OpenEnrollment2024/050924TandemCycling1100am200pm

2. All Out Adventures has a Cycling Program in Worcester, at the Blackstone River Valley Heritage Center, on Wednesday, May 8th from 11am-3 pm. 🥰

3. AND last but not least, AOA is running a program in Hadley, at Norwottuck Rail Trail, on Friday, May 10th from 10 am-3 pm. 😎

Pre-register with AOA by calling 413-584-2052 or emailing [email protected]

💥Your biking adventure awaits!!! 🌟

This week we had our winter outdoors staff training with at Weston Ski Track 🎿 although there is not much snow at the moment- we made the most of it and had a great time coming together and learning so much! Snow is predicated for this weekend and we could not be more excited!❄

😀The Boston Fencing Club in Brighton will be hosting 6 parafencing sessions this winter and spring to kick off what will soon become a more frequent/regularly scheduled parafencing program.🤺

Parafencing is contested from a seated position in stationary chairs and heavily favors an athlete's dominant side. It is enjoyed by athletes with upper and lower limb differences, athletes with cerebral palsy, and athletes with other balance and mobility restrictions. 👩‍🦽

For anyone 12 years and older. Winter class series takes place Sundays 1-28, 2-11 and 2-25 at 1pm. Spring series takes place 4-21, 5-5 and 5-19. Classes are $20 each or $50 for the series. 100 Holton Street, Brighton. 857-204-5191.

You can learn more about parafencing here https://www.bostonfencingclub.org/parafencing and please reach out to [email protected] if you have any questions about these upcoming clinics! 😀

Sharing winter program offerings from Spaulding Rehabilitation in Boston and eastern Massachusetts, including adaptive⛷ downhill ski 🏂 trips, sled hockey, ⛹️‍♀️ court sports, swimming 🏊‍♂️ and virtual fitness and yoga 🧘 classes. For more information, call 877-976-7272. Pre-registration required.

Spaulding Adaptive Sports are an amazing resource you don't want to miss out on!

📣 Did you know that Massachusetts started 🥾 First Day Hikes 32 years ago? Now all 50 states hold First Day Hikes on 🎉 January 1st each year.

This one at Walden Pond will take place on a wheelchair 👩‍🦼‍🦽 accessible trail. It's a 1-1.5 mile excursion followed by hot cocoa☕ and entertainment by Henry David Thoreau at his replica cabin from 12-2pm. For more information, call 987-369-3254.