Rochester Accessible Adventures

Blind and Low Vision Fencing Clinic
2024-05-22 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Ludus Fencing Studio, 25 Arcampus Drive, Rochester, NY, 14612, United States
We’d like to invite you to a free Fencing Clinic with our Inclusion Partner, Ludus Fencing Studio!

Coach Semion, Ludus’ owner and instructor, will be introducing people who are blind or have low vision to the sport of Fencing. He will update you on the work being done to bring this sport to the Rochester area, as well as opportunities people have for competitive play down the line.

When: Wednesday, May 22
Time: 6:00-7:00PM
Where: Ludus Fencing Studio, 25 Arcampus Dr., Rochester NY 14612

How to Register:
Complete this registration form to save a spot in the clinic. If you have any questions, please contact us at RAA@RochesterAccessibleAdventures.org or reply back to me from this email. Phone number is 585-491-6011.

Requests for interpreters should be made as early as possible, and by May 16th, to give a greater chance for securing an interpreter.

There is a flyer below. It has all of the event information listed above and an image from a recent lesson Semion was giving to two people who are blind or have low vision. They have on white protective fencing gear including helmet, and are standing on a blue fencing strip in a fencing gym, each poised with a fencing apparatus in jousting position.

Here is the link again to the Registration Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZge2BJC6DkzWfrsNhAaDGzlviMcCBGSdeV7iElyIGyyGxdA/viewform?usp=sf_link

Enjoy a recent Spectrum News highlight of Coach Semion, Braidon and Austin, and blind fencing at Ludus Fencing Studio through this next link: Blind fencing studio (spectrumlocalnews.com)

Sign up and get started on a wonderful adventure!

Come find us at the ADK-GVC Outdoor Expo!
2024-06-08 09:30 - 15:30 | mendon ponds park, 95 Douglas Rd, Honeoye Falls, NY, 14472, United States
Come find us outdoors!
We’ll be joining scores of organizations at Mendon Ponds, Beach Front for a day of celebration of the outdoors! Meet reps from MANY different organizations, try out activities, participate in clinics, and drop by RAA’s tent to learn about how and where YOU can be involved in inclusive opportunities throughout the region!
For detailed information on the event, visit Outdoor Expo – Adirondack Mountain Club – Genesee Valley Chapter (adk-gvc.org)

Come find us at Motion Junction Celebration Event!
2024-06-08 10:00 - 13:00 | Motion Junction, 2640 Outhouse Rd, Canandaigua, NY, 14424, United States
Come find us at Motion Junction Playground!
We’ll be there along with 20 other organizations and tons of families and friends to celebrate the Motion Junction Playground!
The first certified isUD (innovative Solutions for Universal Design) Pavilion and Playground in the United States!

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I've Always Wanted To Go Whitewater Rafting!
2024-06-09 | NY
We are so excited to offer this unforgettable day on the “Grand Canyon of the East!

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED; no same-day attendance.

Limited Spaces Available! Sign ups are happening quickly!

What: A day rafting on the river at Letchworth

When: June 9th, 9:30AM – done

Details are available by emailing RAA at RAA@RochesterAccessibleAdventures.org and letting us know you are interested. We will provide pre-registration information at that time.

This experience is made possible by generous support from the @DrallaFoundation! We can’t thank them enough – and we haven’t even gone rafting yet!

Accessible Adventures Extravaganza on the Erie Canal!
2024-06-15 11:00 - 14:00 | Erie Canal Boat Company – Fairport NY, 7 Liftbridge Lane West, Fairport, NY, 14450, United States
Save the date for this amazing two-day community event on the Erie Canalway!
Enjoy a two-day Accessible Adventures Extravaganza on June 15-16, 2024, especially inviting individuals and families living with disabilities to explore opportunities for recreation, sports and tourism along the Erie Canalway. This festive event on the paths and in the waters of the historic Erie Canalway at our Inclusion Partner, Erie Canal Boat Company (ECBC), invites attendees to try out adaptive kayaking and cycling equipment that is available throughout the canal season and register for First Mile and Canalway Challenge participation.
A Community Access Wellness Fair will give guests access to additional organizations that invite people with disabilities to engage in accessible adventures like birding, fishing, pickleball, trail exploration, scouts, adaptive and inclusive sports (such as wheelchair fencing, wheelchair basketball, sled hockey, and quad rugby), inclusive community recreation center programming, tourism along the Erie Canal, and more.
Celebrate the progress towards inclusive recreation and tourism being made in the Village of Fairport and other communities along the Canalway!
Pre-register and Save Time!
QR-code for pre-registration

Many thanks for the generous support of the NYS Canal Corporation and Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor for making this event possible!

Special thanks to our June Inclusion in Action Sponsor: BoardSafe Docks, who will be on site for the event!

Many thanks to our local sponsor, Insero, for supporting our work for greater inclusion in recreation, sports, and tourism! We can’t wait to have you participate with us for this event!

Accessible Adventures Extravaganza!
2024-06-16 11:00 - 14:00 | Erie Canal Boat Company – Fairport NY, 7 Liftbridge Lane West, Fairport, NY, 14450, United States
Save the date for this amazing two-day community event on the Erie Canalway!
Enjoy a two-day Accessible Adventures Extravaganza on June 15-16, 2024, especially inviting individuals and families living with disabilities to explore opportunities for recreation, sports and tourism along the Erie Canalway. This festive event on the paths and in the waters of the historic Erie Canalway at our Inclusion Partner, Erie Canal Boat Company (ECBC), invites attendees to try out adaptive kayaking and cycling equipment that is available throughout the canal season and register for First Mile and Canalway Challenge participation.
A Community Access Wellness Fair will give guests access to additional organizations that invite people with disabilities to engage in accessible adventures like birding, fishing, pickleball, trail exploration, scouts, adaptive and inclusive sports (such as wheelchair fencing, wheelchair basketball, sled hockey, and quad rugby), inclusive community recreation center programming, tourism along the Erie Canal, and more.
Celebrate the progress towards inclusive recreation and tourism being made in the Village of Fairport and other communities along the Canalway!
Pre-register and save time!
QR Code for pre-registration:

Many thanks for the generous support of the NYS Canal Corporation and Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor for making this event possible!

Special thanks to our June Inclusion in Action Sponsor: BoardSafe Docks, who will be on site for the event!

Many thanks to our local sponsor, Insero, for supporting our work for greater inclusion in recreation, sports, and tourism! We can’t wait to have you participate with us for this event!

Stay tuned for more details!

Wheelchair Tennis!
2024-07-08 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-07-15 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-07-22 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-07-29 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-08-05 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-08-12 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-08-19 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-08-26 18:00 - 19:30 | Pieters Family Life Center, 1055 Commons Way, Rochester, 14623, United States
Get your swing on! Join us for *free* wheelchair tennis classes this summer!
Choose as many classes as you can – the more the better!
July 8, 15, 22, 29 & Aug 5, 12, 19, 26
6:00-7:30PM at Pieters Family Life Center Gym — it’s delightfully air conditioned!
All equipment is provided, including sports chairs. All ages. Drills & Skills!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED! Complete wheelchair tennis registration here.

Pop Up Thursdays on the Canal!
2024-07-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Erie Canal Boat Company – Fairport NY, 7 Liftbridge Lane West, Fairport, NY, 14450, United States
Looking for a social way to log some miles on the Erie Canalway? This is it!
Join us for these Pop Up excursions on Thursdays this summer! We’ll have our CanalPal volunteers on hand to go out with the group as you tour along, socialize with new and old friends, and enjoy all the historic canal has to offer!
We encourage you to sign up for the Canalway Challenge and let these miles count as you reach for your personal goals! Earn great swag from Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor as you go!
RENT your equipment from Erie Canal Boat Company by NOON on Wednesday before your selected excursions. All reservations must be made through Erie Canal Boat Company. www.ErieCanalBoatCompany.com
ARRIVE early to prep. Excursions leave at 2:05.
ENJOY the scenery, conversations, and companionship of fellow adventurers!
Questions? Call us: 585-491-6011 or email at Dmascari@RochesterAccessibleAdventures.org
For equipment questions, contact Peter Abele, owner of Erie Canal Boat Company at 585-748-2628.

RAA at Heroes Helping Heroes!
2024-07-20 09:00 - 13:00 | Rochester Challenger Miracle Field, 1000 Ridge Road, Webster, NY, 14580, United States
Join us as we celebrate with the Heroes Helping Heroes event at Rochester Challenger Miracle Field!
A day filled with fun! Drop by our table and say hi and learn about fun adventures happening this summer, as well as our latest news about our Inclusion Partners!
All details about this event are available at our friends, Challenger Miracle Field.
Can’t wait to see YOU there!

Pop Up Thursdays on the Canal!
2024-07-25 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-08-01 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-08-08 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-08-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Erie Canal Boat Company – Fairport NY, 7 Liftbridge Lane West, Fairport, NY, 14450, United States
Looking for a social way to log some miles on the Erie Canalway? This is it!
Join us for these * FREE* Pop Up excursions on Thursdays this summer! We’ll have our CanalPal volunteers on hand to go out with the group as you tour along, socialize with new and old friends, and enjoy all the historic canal has to offer! Adaptive cycling and kayaking equipment!
We encourage you to sign up for the Canalway Challenge and let these miles count as you reach for your personal goals! Earn great swag from Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor as you go!
NOW FREE!* RESERVE your equipment from Erie Canal Boat Company by NOON on Wednesday before your selected excursions. All reservations must be made through Erie Canal Boat Company. www.ErieCanalBoatCompany.com
MUST HAVE RESERVATION TO PARTICIPATE
ARRIVE early to prep. Excursions leave at 2:05.
ENJOY the scenery, conversations, and companionship of fellow adventurers!
Questions? Call us: 585-491-6011 or email at Dmascari@RochesterAccessibleAdventures.org
For equipment questions, contact Peter Abele, owner of Erie Canal Boat Company at 585-748-2628.

*We are grateful for the support of Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor and NYS Canal Corporation which allows us to cover program expenses and offer these excursions at NO CHARGE to our guests!
Please take full advantage of this summer offering and log your miles on the Erie Canal with the Canalway Challenge! It’s easy AND you earn great ECNHC swag! Click on the link to register and get started with your First Mile or your next miles!

RAA at Bridging Communities with Genesee Land Trust!
2024-07-27 12:00 - 15:00 | NY
Come to Bridging Communities – a FREE Genesee River Party!

We’ll be hanging out at the FREE Genesee River Party with our Inclusion Partner, Genesee Land Trust!
Come find our RAA table and let’s celebrate together!
This event is hosted by Genesee Land Trust, and all details can be found at their event site.

Some info from there is provided here:

The Genesee River Alliance team has coordinated with the City of Rochester and many community partners to temporarily close the busy Driving Park Bridge (pictured) and turn it into a pedestrian-only live entertainment stage. We’re also filling Maplewood Park Rose Garden with lots of family-friendly activities, and there will be a free lunch provided.
Bridging Communities: A Riverside Celebration
When: Sat. July 27th; Noon – 3:30 pm
Where: Maplewood Park Rose Garden + Driving Park Bridge, 250 Maplewood Ave. Rochester (across from Maplewood YMCA)
What: Enjoy live local entertainment, free food and beverages by J Ribs, ROC City Circus, face painting, magicians, a digital photo booth, African drumming, guided history tours of the river featuring the Underground Railroad, community resource tables, local vendors, information about the upcoming NY State Park at High Falls, and lots more!
Accessibility: An ASL interpreter will be on site, the event will have ADA porta potties, and we have dedicated accessible parking spaces inside the park and at the YMCA. Please contact Genesee Land Trust with questions and/or to share other needs.

Again – here is the link to their event site.
Can’t wait to see YOU there!

RAA-ising the Bar for Inclusion!
2024-08-02 16:30 - 19:00 | Three Heads Brewing, 186 Atlantic Ave, Rochester, NY, 14607, United States
We’re Back! RAA-ising the Bar! August 2nd!
Happy Hour Fundraiser! 4:30-7:00PM Three Heads Brewing
We are THRILLED to have this back on the calendar and can’t wait to see you there! Thanks for your understanding and for sharing our disappointment in having to postpone the event the other day. Help us spread the word!
Delicious beverages at Three Heads Brewing, scrumptious food from Swan Market on site, and fun ways to support RAA throughout the night!
Meet our staff and volunteers, mingle with community allies, and enjoy a casual evening together! Invite friends, family, co-workers, and associates! Children are welcome! We’ll have some games, coloring books, cornhole, and bubbles!
ASL interpreter on site
#MakeInclusionHappen #CelebrateInclusion
Image: Wood panel background to a clear beverage glass with RAA’s green and orange circle logo “Rochester Accessible Adventures: Make Inclusion Happen”—info on Aug 2nd RAA-ising the Bar event.

Irondequoit Library's Resource Fair
2024-10-05 10:00 | Irondequoit Public Library, 1290 Titus Ave, Rochester, New York, 14617
Join us at our Inclusion Partner, Irondequoit Public Library’s Resource Fair!
Meet with many community organizations and tour IPL’s facility as you learn about their newest accessibility features.
Drop by RAA’s table and say hi and learn about our many additional inclusion partners and upcoming sports opportunities!
For more info on the event: Disability Resource Fair – Irondequoit Public Library (irondequoitlibrary.org)

See you Saturday!

Fall Stroll with Genesee Land Trust!
2024-10-12 10:00 - 23:00 | Genesee Valley Park
Check out this event from our Inclusion Partner, Genesee Land Trust!

Fall Stroll at Genesee Valley Park!
October 12
10:00-11:00AM

Enjoy a beautiful Fall day with the wonderful crew from Genesee Land Trust! Take in sights and sounds of Fall while learning some history about this Erie Canal and Genesee River crossroads!

Register NOW and see event details and accessibility features (trail description, restroom/parking information, etc) through Genesee Land Trust: https://www.geneseelandtrust.org/accessibility

Flyer provides info on the event with a photo of a lightly shaded pathway with a smattering of fallen leaves, with a view across a grassy area to a river in the background.

#MakeInclusionHappen

#GetOutdoors

A special shoutout to REI Cooperative Action Fund for their support of RAA to remove barriers and increase access to the outdoors!

Sled Hockey Clinic
2024-10-19 13:45 - 14:45, 2024-11-16 13:45 - 14:45 | Genesee Valley Park Sports Complex, 131 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY, 14611, United States
Get set for a fabulous season on the ice with the Rochester Sled Hawks Try It Clinics!

Six Saturdays 1:45-2:45PM
10/19, 11/16, 12/28, 1/25, 2/15, 3/22
Try It Clinics are the BEST way to get started with this fantastic sport! We are recruiting new players and 1st timers for recreational and competitive play. Love to get more YOUTH playing!

Sled Hockey is an inclusive sport – meaning people with and without disabilities play together, all seated in the sleds. We have pushers available to provide assistance to those who would benefit from that support, letting you focus on hitting the puck. All equipment is provided for clinics. You may attend as many clinics as you would like. And stay afterwards to watch the Rochester Sled Hawks during their practices!
REGISTER HERE and save time on the ice! RAA Sled Hockey Try It Clinic 2024-25 Registration (google.com)
Put these on your calendar! We can’t wait to see you there!

RAA-ising the Bar for Inclusion!
2024-11-01 16:30 - 19:00 | Fairport Brewing Company, 1044 University Ave, Bldg 2, Rochester, NY, 14607, United States
RAA-ising the Bar for Inclusion!

Join us for a memorable night as we celebrate our first 9 years of community impact! A happy hour fundraiser — you show up and we enjoy the night together!

There will be tons of fun with a trivia contest, highlights from the year, great raffles and a few surprises!
Enjoy food from a guest food truck and fabulous beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) with our host, Fairport Brewing Company on UNIVERSITY!
1044 University Ave, Building 2

An ASL interpreter will be with us throughout the evening. Parking is in the lot beside BUILDING 2 (entrance is last door on the right!)
Bring the whole family, your friends, your co-workers, and invite folks off the street!

It’s all for a great cause – and we always have tons of fun!

Check out our invitation video

Giving Tuesday for Inclusion EVERY day!
2024-12-03 | NY
Launch your end-of-year giving with a supportive donation to RAA and help us Make Inclusion Happen EVERY day!

Your support helps us directly connect people to inclusive, accessible play through Recreation, Sports & Tourism!
So family members can play together.

So friends can truly grow up together through engaged participation in play.

So a grandparent can go kayaking with their grandchild, even with a diagnosis that has changed how they move.

Because equitable access is the ONLY kind of access.

Because EVERY day is a GOOD DAY for INCLUSION!

Your extra donation on December 3rd will ensure we MAKE INCLUSION HAPPEN!

Donate here:https://rochesteraccessibleadventures.org/donate/

Thank you so much!

Adventures @ Roc Holiday Village!
2024-12-08 11:00 - 18:00 | Roc Holiday Village, 353 Court Street, Rochester, NY, 14607, United States
December 8th! Winter Adventures at @RocHolidayVillage!

Join us for our Annual Sled Hockey Try It Clinic on the outdoor skating rink at MLK Park! Revel in the beauty and community splendor of Roc Holiday Village – and warm up with Hot Chocolate at The Giving Cup! All proceeds go to RAA ALL DAY LONG!

The clinic is free!

Come by and join us for the fun! Bring your family, neighbors and friends!

Sled Hockey 11:00am-1:00pm — All can give it a try!

The Giving Cup 11:00am – 6:00PM

Meet the Rochester Sled Hawks! Mingle with RAA Board Members, Staff and Volunteers! Enjoy the festivities of the Holiday Village!

MLK Park, 353 Court Street, Rochester, NY

Inclusion Partner: 2025 First Day Cocoa + Critter Stroll
2025-01-01 10:00 | Brookdale Preserve, 66 Brook Road, Rochester, 14623, United States
INCLUSION PARTNER: Genesee Land Trust
Join Genesee Land Trust for a 2025 First Day Cocoa + Critter Stroll!
Event Description:
Genesee Land Trust invites people of all ages and abilities for a special cocoa toast to celebrate the return of the fisher to Brookdale Preserve. The fisher – a very important member of the forest – was once hunted nearly to extinction for its thick dark fur. But now, thanks to decades of conservation, we’re finally starting to see the fisher again.
Start your new year with this fun-for-everyone stroll to look for signs of the fisher and learn more about this special tree-climbing critter, like why it’s sometimes called a “fisher cat” when it doesn’t eat much fish and isn’t a cat at all!
Genesee Land Trust will provide warm drinks and light snacks – please bring a mug. We will also be collecting nonperishable items for the state’s food drive.
Find more details about the trail, parking, ADA porta john, and other accessibility information on their event page: 2025 First Day Cocoa + Critter Stroll — Genesee Land Trust
Genesee Land Trust’s inclusion point of contact is Elliotte Bowerman at ebowerman@geneseelandtrust.org or 585.256.2130. They are happy to answer any questions.
An ASL interpreter will be at the interactive fisher info station!
