This exciting community event that has been helping people for 40 years, is especially designed to serve individuals in wheelchairs (and their families).
Participants include children with physical challenges, Iraq, Afghanistan, Vietnam and other military Veterans. Non-wheelchair users with minor Traumatic Brain Injury, PTSD, blindness, deafness or debilitating illnesses are also welcome to push a wheelchair or join in the event.
Fueled with a hearty breakfast (provided by Chatsworth Kiwanis), we embark on this naturalist led hike through Point Mugu State Park.
The trail includes rocky terrain, slopes and mud or stream crossings in times of wet weather. These natural obstacles provide challenges and opportunities for team-work and trust building. We are fortunate to have the assistance of the Volunteer Mountain Bike Unit on the trail.
The event culminates at the beach with lunch (provided by Simi Valley Kiwanis) and use of specialized beach wheelchairs.
We could NOT do this event without you awesome volunteer pushers. Please spread the word to those in wheelchairs as well as those who are able to push.
All who participate will benefit from the physical challenge, social interaction and camaraderie offered from this unique outdoor experience.
***We have a limited number of shared camping spots Saturday night (for hikers/rollers). We will cook S'mores and share stories of the days event around a warm campfire. Please let us know if you are interested in camping with us. There is a $12 parking fee.
NOTE: We do not have buses for transportation anymore. Please make arrangements to get to and from the event on your own.
Though this event is free, please consider donating to help us keep this event going.
***Since MeetUp is just ONE way we are signing people up for this event, notification of confirmation from The Wilderness Institute is required before attendance is allowed.
New office phone number: 505-699-1695
