MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION
Adaptive Recreation Fair
Artesani Park, Boston, MA
September 27 10AM  - 3PM

 

Find out more about local and statewide adaptive recreation opportunities coming up.
Enjoy the camaraderie while learning about DCR' s inclusive, accessible programs and resources available to people of all abilities around the state.  This free event is open to the public. Refreshments provided.   

 

The Department of Conservation and Recreation's (DCR) Universal Access Program
(UAP) will offer a free fun-filled day of celebrating Accessible Outdoor Recreation available for individuals, families and friends of people with disabilities. Activities will include a cycling fair with an assortment of accessible cycles available for use, recreation activity demonstrations, stretching for health, face painting, interpretive programs, a D.J., snacks and more! Join us rain or shine and enjoy the accessible recreation fair and
playground. Enjoy the camaraderie while learning about DCR's inclusive, accessible
programs and resources available to people of all abilities around the state.

 

This is THE PLACE to come and FIND OUT ABOUT accessible recreation programs
offered by multiple organizations in the Boston area and beyond.

The UAP provides recreational accessibility to Massachusetts' park facilities for
individuals with disabilities, their families and friends. For persons with disabilities, free use of accessible equipment and staff assistance are available. The UAP strives to increase the participation in indoor and outdoor recreational activities in integrated settings.

 

The program offers accessible cycling, boating, hiking, birdwatching, letterboxing, fishing and horseback riding programs in the summer and fall, as well as adaptive winter activities in January through March at various state and urban park facilities.

 

Pre-registration is highly recommended, especially for use of equipment.

To obtain a Preregistration form, visit the website below or Call Gigi at 617 626-1294 or Marcy at 413 545-5758.

 

RSVP to request an ASL interpeter 

For more information on this and other events please go to

 

The Division of State Parks and Recreation's Universal Access Program is dedicated
to providing outdoor recreation opportunities in Massachusetts State Parks for
visitors of all abilities. Accessibility to our State Parks is achieved through
site improvements, specialized adaptive recreation equipment, and accessible
recreation programs.  If you have a Disability or know some one that does this is a must do event.