Watersking, rafting, offroading, and cycling are a few of our summer activities
 
 
 
 

 

SUMMER SPORTS


SUMMER SPORTS PROGRAMS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DISABLED SPORTS USA FAR WEST

Summer 2010 Partnership dates TBA.

Ability First Camp: Chico, CA.
Wheelchair sports camp for youth with physical disabilities. Rock climbing, Cycling, Basketball, Quad Rugby, Soccer, Tennis and more.
Waterskiing and Cycling by Disabled Sports.
June 21-27, 2009
Call 530-899-0335 or www.abilityfirstsports.org


WAVE Camp: City of Sacramento “Access Leisure”
Watersports camp for 10-25yr olds with physical disabilities. Kayaking, Scuba, Cycling and Swimming.  Waterskiing and Cycling by Disabled Sports.
July 6-10, July 12-16, 2009
916-808-6017 or www.accessleisuresac.org


Wellman Adventure Camp: City of Sparks Marina, Nevada
“People with disabilities and their friends and families are invited to explore summertime sports at Mark Wellman's Adventure Day at the Sparks Marina Park. The free event, presented by the Sparks Parks and Recreation Department, will feature hand cycling, kayaking and adapted rock climbing for all ages and abilities.”  Handcycles and instruction provided by Disabled Sports.
Cost: Free
June 27, 2009 – 10am to 2pm
Call Shauna Nelson at (775) 353-7815


The NorCal-Nevada Handcycling Series
The NorCal-Nevada Handcycling series is organized by 4 adaptive recreation programs based in Reno, North Lake Tahoe, Sacramento and the Bay Area. Each ride will offer routes along bike paths with distances suitable for beginner and advanced cyclists. Snacks/light lunch will be provided. Experience new riding areas, new adaptive cycles and new riding partners!
Cost: $10 (includes bike rental, if needed)
Saturday, May 30th Sacramento, CA Contact: Rick Mason of Access Leisure sacycle@sbcglobal.net
Saturday, July 25th North Lake Tahoe, CA Contact: Reservations, Disabled Sports USA Far West 530.581.4161
Saturday, August 22nd Berkley, CA Contact: Greg Milano, Bay Area Outreach Program 510.849.4663 or cycling@borp.org
Saturday, September 19th Reno, NV Contact: April Wolfe, City of Reno Parks, Rec. and Community Services 775.333.7765 or wolfa@cityof reno.com


The Sunshine Kids Club: Chico, CA
People with disabilities, friends and family members of the Chico community are invited to enjoy an introduction to adaptive cycling at One Mile Recreation Area in Bidwell Park from 9am-1pm. This free event boasts access to foot pedaled recumbent, hand cycles, inline and side by side tandems. Picnic lunch is provided for all participants.
Saturday, May 16th
Contact: Sunshine Kids Club
Telephone: 530-776-5095 or sunshinekidsclub@att.net


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WISH LIST

  • Contribute towards annual maintenance fee of our volunteer management software. Up to $1000/year.
  • Ski Race Course Drill and Bit $600
  • Team Leader Radios $400/ea
  • Equipment and/or vehicle storage space (winter and/or year round) Cost varies.
  • Ski/Snowboard Goggles, new or used. Cost varies
  • Dry Erase White Board approx. 34"x47"
  • New Climbing Harnesses $40-60

  • Please email Disabled Sports before purchasing. Thank you!

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