Registration Eligibility
yes
Start Date
12/07/2024
End Date
12/07/2024
Description
To wrap up our 2024 Outdoor Recreation Summit, our adventure will take us to the stunning red rocks of Smith Rock State Park, a must-visit destination in Central Oregon that without the AdvenChair, does not prove to be super accessible to those with mobility challenges. Chairs in tow, we will begin our descent into the Crooked River canyon and hike along the spectacular riparian habitat. From here our options are many, from a beautiful and flat wander along the river scouting for otters and osprey to a steeper hike up a ridge for stunning views of the Cascade Mountains! Both hikes will enliven the senses and spark wonder at the fantastic geology that shapes this incredible canyon.
Two AdvenChairs will be available for our Smith Rock AdvenTour. When registering, please indicate if you have mobility challenges (a disability, bad knee or ankle, or just have a body that's wearing out) and will want to use an AdvenChair. If we have any open chairs, folks are welcome to try one out to get an understanding of how it functions and what it feels like when in action.
AdvenChairing is a team sport, requiring volunteers to act as "mules", helping push, pull, and stabilize the chair as we traverse over rocky and rugged terrain. Volunteers will be needed to help those with mobility challenges fully experience the incredible accessibility that the AdvenChair brings to those who need it.
We will meet as a group at Sunriver Resort at 8:00 am, then carpool to Smith Rock, hiking from about 9:30 am-1:30 pm, covering about 2-4 miles. The estimated return time to Sunriver is 2:30 pm.
Location
Sun River, OR
Distance Learning
No
Course Equivalency
Yes
Subjects
Parks & Recreation
Health, Safety and Welfare
Yes
Hours
6.50
Learning Outcomes
1.Get introduced to the unique and fantastic geology of Smith Rock State Park.
2. Learn how an Advenchair functions and feels as an adventure mobilty device.
3. Learn how to be part of the team "sport" in which volunteers help push, pull, and stabilize the chair as we traverse over rocky and rugged terrain.
Instructors
Geoff Babb
Course Codes
Provider
American Trails