In collaboration with Detroit Medical Center-RIM Foundation SportsAbility, join the Lower Huron Metropark at the Woods Creek picnic area on Thursday, June 22, for DiversAbility Day, an outdoor adaptive recreation day.
Everyone can play outdoors, regardless of physical abilities. This event is designed for individuals with disabilities to enjoy a variety of recreational activities including handcycling, adaptive softball, adaptive football, basketball, yard games, and more.
Join in anytime between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. to participate in the games and enjoy some food.
There will be sports wheelchairs available for use if the participant does not have his or her own. Adult and adolescent sizes of chairs available (limited quantity).
Lunch will be provided (hot dog, chips, cookie, water) for registered participants.
To register, email Myreo Dixon at [email protected] . There is no cost, but a daily or annual Meroparks vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark.
Adaptive Sports Clinic:
Softball & Handcycle
On July 20 and Sept. 14, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Lower Huron Metropark will host an adaptive softball and handcycle clinic in the Woods Creek picnic area.
In partnership with RIM Foundation-SportsAbility, adults, children, and families with disabilities are invited to come out to learn the basics of adaptive softball and handcycling. Participants will have the opportunity to try equipment and learn basic skills in a supportive and safe environment.
Adaptive handcycles and softball equipment will be provided. Clinics will be held at three times 11 a.m., noon, and 1 p.m. Each clinic will last about an hour.
To register, contact Myreo Dixon at [email protected] .
This is for ages 6 and up. There is no cost, but a Metroparks daily or annual pass is required to enter any Metropark.
In a news release, the Metroparks explain: “The Metroparks are committed to removing barriers, creating access, improving access, and increasing recreation opportunities for all. As we look to the future, we will develop, update and improve facilities to meet or exceed ADA requirements. And we’ll look for ways to remove barriers to access so that individuals of all abilities have equitable access to Metroparks facilities, programs, services and activities.”