Local Interest - Adaptive Water Sports Day

When: Friday, July 16th, 11 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Where: Ross Township Park (Note: the park is closed to the general public during this time to accommodate the special event)

Community Inclusive Recreation is a 16 year old non profit in Battle Creek which offers recreation, social, wellness and independent living programs for individuals with, and without disabilities. All our programs are accessible for people of all abilities. If you'd like, you can check out our website at www.cirfun.com Our participants come from a pretty broad area, but can provide transportation to those living in Calhoun County.

Our Adaptive Water Sports Day has become a real tradition for our participants - giving many of them the opportunity to enjoy the water sports world. With the help of Kentwood Parks and Recreation Dept., we offer adaptive equipment which allows people of all abilities to water ski, boat, tube, etc. Area lake residents have also volunteered their services for many years and take our group boating and tubing on their personal boats. We also offer supervised (lifeguarded) swimming during this time.

The event also features a picnic lunch and lawn games.

We charge $20.00 to offset the cost of the adaptive equipment rental, food, and staff. $15.00 for the day for those under our scholarship program.

As far as volunteerism goes - we are always in need. Volunteers for the event this year will be needed to bring their boats to pull tubes, etc (owners to drive), run lawn games, serve food, turn boats in the water, and basically interact with our group and have fun! It's a busy day, but well worth the effort.

Mary Fortney
Adult & Family Coordinator
Community Inclusive Recreation
269-968-8249