Dahl Family YMCA introduces new No Boundaries Summer Camp
June 9, 2021 6:26 PM Kade Overton
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The camp will include activities such as pontoon rides and fishing from a wheelchair-accessible dock.
The camp is designed to increase campers’ independence, self-esteem and overall well-being.
“Camp is really a summertime staple,” said camp organizer Briana Spicer. “Everyone deserves the opportunity to explore, to adventure, so what better way to use our beautiful facility here and offer all of those camp-like experiences that sometimes those with disabilities don’t have that opportunity to do so.”
Before this camp was introduced, the nearest adaptive camp was in Wisconsin Dells, according to the YMCA.
YMCA offers adaptive summer camp with help from La Crosse Community Foundation
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WXOW) - The YMCA is holding summer camp at their Teen Center for people of all ages with disabilities through a grant from the La Crosse Community Foundation.
The camp is offered for all people ages 5 and up. The youngest camper is 5 years old and the oldest is 65. It is open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. during the week. Camp is really a summertime staple. Everyone deserves the opportunity to explore, to adventure, so what better way to use our beautiful facility here and offer all of those camp like experiences that sometimes those with disabilities don t have that opportunity to do so, said Briana Spicer, a recreation therapist who is helping run summer camp.