Fun Activities
These activites are considered to be on-going (season/weather permitting). If you're interested, give them a call! If you see something you'd like to see here or if something is out of date, let Jamie know!
Adaptive Rowing by The Vernon Rowing and Paddling Centre
Where: Vernon
Website: http://gorowandpaddle.org/centres/vernon.php
Contact: June Hawkins Phone: (250) 306-1463 Email: june@gorowandpaddle.org
The adaptive boats have special fixed seats to allow for individuals to row just using their arms, or by using both their arms and the trunk of their body.
Community Recreational Initiatives Society (CRIS) Adventures
Where: BC and all over Canada!
Website: www.coreinso.com
Phone: (250) 979-3941 Email: coreinso@silk.net
In addition to CRIS weekly programs we offer several adventure trips annually to various remote wilderness destinations. These trips are specifically designed to provide persons with disabilities the opportunity to summit mountain peaks, paddle pristine waterways, travel picturesque back roads and trails all while taking in the fresh air and nature exhilaration of being in the wilderness.
Okanagan Thunderchairs Power Soccer
Where: Vernon
Contact: Anthony Hutton Phone: (250) 770-5095
Contact: Cathy Cunningham Phone: (250) 770-6095
Thunderchairs Power Soccer is an exciting game that uses an over sized soccer ball and specially designed bumbers fitted to power wheel. For more information, please contact Antony Hutton at (250) 764-5059 or Cathy Cunningham at (250) 770-6095. Oh, its free!
Power to be Adventure Therapy
Where: Varies
Website: www.powertobe.ca
Power to be Adventure Therapy offers outdoor activities and aims to enhance the health and quality of Canadian youth and families living with special needs. They have a number of fun activities scheduled this summer, including kayaking, rock climbing, and farming.
STaRS Rider by Sounthlands Therapeutic Riding Society
Where: 3095 West 51st Avenue, Vancouver BC
Website: http://stars.ponies.ca
Phone: (604) 261-1295 Email: stars@ponies.ca
Equine-assisted therapy is a unique form of physical and mental stimulation for a broad spectrum of children and adults.
TheatreTerrific Theatre Classes
Where: Vancouver Area
Website: www.theatreterrific.ca/class_development
Phone: (604) 222-4020
Theatre Terrific’s mission is to transform lives through the power of theatre. We envision a world where the artistic voice of people with disabilities is heard, seen, challenged and respected. Please visit the website for upcoming classes