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RAA ExtRAAvaganza!

June 28 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
A group of more than 10 people mostly in bright orange RAA shirts stand under and to the side of a blue event tent a Erie Canal Boat Company ready for the ExtRAAvaganza

A man who uses a power wheelchair is working with staff to prep for transferring into a kayak that awaits him on the roller-free adaptive launch area in FairportThis not-to-be-missed annual event is set for a fantastic weekend of fun!

Plan to drop by one or both days to try out adaptive and inclusive kayaking and cycling – and meet new friends and allies! Get directly connected with our Inclusion Partners — businesses that are ready for YOU!

When: Saturday and Sunday June 27 and 28, 11:00-2:00 both days

Where: Erie Canal Boat Company, 7 Liftbridge Lane West, Fairport, NY 14450

FREE!

Save time at the event: Go ahead and Pre-Register!

On event day, when you come to the check-in booth, we will already have your registration info and you can just get started!

What to Expect:

  1. Parking. There is Public Parking off of Main Street. Follow signs for Public Parking (behind Rikki’s and Shorts). If that lot fills, you can use street parking on Main, or use the Public Parking areas across the street on Liftbridge Lane East, near Donnelly’s and also behind the Box Factory (Fairport Junction).
  2. Registration. The event is held at Erie Canal Boat Company. You will see a red shed and our Registration Tent will be near that. If you have pre-registered, look for that Express Lane.
  3. Event. Once you have completed registration, you will have opportunities for Kayaking, Cycling, and perusing the Community Resources tables. Stony Point Art Studio and Gallery will have an art project activity. Guests can participate in a Scavenger Hunt that helps you make the most of your visit! Those trying out kayaking and cycling will be able to see the variety of equipment options and try out any that are of interest. You will paddle or cycle out a little ways and return back to home base. (If you want a longer trip, you can stay after the event and rent the equipment and stay out longer!)

At the Event With Us:

Come chat with some of our Inclusion Partners, Event Sponsors, and Community Friends!

RAA Inclusion Partners:

Genesee Valley Audubon Society, Stony Point Art Studio & Gallery, Canalway Challenge, Capt LJ Tomboy Adventures, Erie Canal Boat Company, Elevator Alley Kayak

Event Sponsors:

United Access – accessible van rental and sales

Sunrise Medical – great equipment to keep you moving, like the X8!

Community Friends:

Rochester Spinal Association

Best Buddies

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WRAP AROUND OPTIONS! *New*

We are happy to have two wrap-around options each day:

MORNING BIRD EXCURSION with our Inclusion Partner Genesee Valley Audubon Society.

Thomas Creek Wetland

Meet in the Box Factory Parking Lot
2 Liftbridge Lane, Fairport 14450
Saturday and Sunday, June 27 and 28
9:30am -11:00am
Register for either date by Thursday, June 25 at https://mobilize.us/s/3wEbEJ

For a complete description, read here: Activities | Genesee Valley Audubon Society

 

AFTERNOON ART GALLERY VISIT at Stony Point Art Studio & Gallery in Fairport NY.

Location: 114 N. Main Street, Fairport NY 14450

The gallery is just up Main Street from the ExtRAAvaganza and will be open throughout the ExtRAAvaganza for visitors so you can see the inclusive and accessible studio and take a look at the art displayed in the gallery. Public Parking is available nearby if you choose to drive over.

No registration required. The studio will be expecting you! It is also a stop on the Scavenger Hunt, so make sure to stop by!

 

A man who uses a power wheelchair is working with staff to prep for transferring into a kayak that awaits him on the roller-free adaptive launch area in Fairport

We can’t wait to see you there!

A man sitting in a yellow kayak that is using a kayak chariot device with wide tires to roll up out of the water on a cement rampway.     A blue tent along the shores of the Erie Canal in Fairport showcases the art programs of Stony Point Art Studio with brightly painted signs and a table filled with art suppliesA man in a yellow kayak gets adaptive equipment fitted as he preps to exit the kayak on a BoardSafe adaptive kayak launch that has a system of bars and straps to help exit the boatA man in a yellow kayak gets adaptive equipment fitted as he preps to exit the kayak on a BoardSafe adaptive kayak launch that has a system of bars and straps to help exit the boat - in FairportA man in a yellow kayak gets adaptive equipment fitted as he preps to exit the kayak on a BoardSafe adaptive kayak launch that has a system of bars and straps to help exit the boat - in Fairport A man who uses a power wheelchair is working with staff to prep for transferring into a kayak that awaits him on the roller-free adaptive launch area in Fairport  A man who uses a power wheelchair is working with staff to prep for transferring into a kayak that awaits him on the roller-free adaptive launch area in FairportA family kayaks together on the Erie Canal, the parents in a tandem and two siblings each in a single kayak

A man who uses a power wheelchair is working with staff to prep for transferring into a kayak that awaits him on the roller-free adaptive launch area in Fairport  A woman in an orange RAA tshirt stands by a young man who is preparing to ride a handcycle along the erie canal      two people on two different kinds of adaptive cycles both recumbent one with two tires in the front and one in the rear with steering at the side and the other with one tire in the front and two in the rear and a steering handle bars that works with one hand     A group of cyclists, some on 2 wheels some on three-wheeled adaptive cycles with some RAA volunteers smiling broadly       A man in a yellow kayak gets adaptive equipment fitted as he preps to exit the kayak on a BoardSafe adaptive kayak launch that has a system of bars and straps to help exit the boat - in FairportA woman wearing pink shorts and a pink print shirt with a blue bike helmet rides a three-wheeled cycle on a crushed stone pathway alongside the Erie Canal.

 

Flyer for the Extravaganza with photos and info about kayaking, cycling, birding, art and more

Details

  • Date: June 28
  • Time:
    11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Venue