August 27 12-1pm
$0 - $5
Join Bay Nature and Bonnie Lewkowicz for a talk about accessible outdoor recreation on Wednesday, August 27 from 12pm–1pm. The Bay Area offers a vibrant array of outdoor activities—from paddling along scenic shorelines to cycling through rolling hills—but what happens when a physical mobility is a barrier? This presentation will introduce you to a variety of local adapted recreation programs that make these experiences accessible for people with physical disabilities. Discover how you can get out on the water in a kayak or sailboat, hit the trails on an adaptive cycle, scale indoor climbing walls, and more. Whether you’re looking for adventure, community, or a new way to stay active, you’ll come away inspired and informed about the possibilities that await.
Meet the speaker:
Bonnie Lewkowicz has a B.A. in Adapted Recreation and is passionate about outdoor adventure and ensuring others with disabilities can enjoy it too. For over 40 years, she has advocated for greater access to nature. She authored A Wheelchair Rider’s Guide to bay and coastal trails and created a website featuring accessibility details for 125+ California parks and trails.
Inspired by Bonnie's piece, Accessible Nature, Beyond the Pavement:
https://baynature.org/article/accessible-nature-beyond-the-pavement/