OVERVIEW: 

Adaptive kayaks are designed to help people with mobility challenges, such as wheelchair users, to get out on the water. 

This event is designed for Hoofer volunteers and Outdoor UW Staff to learn about disability and about adaptive kayaks, how to help people in and out of them, their features, and how to deal with a capsize.  We will be learning from Rachael Lewandowski-Sarette, who is the On-Site and Accessibility Program Coordinator at Upham Woods, and other Upham Woods staff.

There is one adaptive kayak available at Outdoor UW, and one is also owned by Upham Woods. 

ABOUT UPHAM WOODS: 

Upham Woods is a summer camp located just north of Wisconsin Dells. It is a part of the UW-Madison Division of Extension. 

Upham Woods is located at N194 County Rd N, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965. 

HOW TO SIGN UP: 

1. Join this event 

2.  Complete this form for Upham Woods, including an Emergency Medical Treatment release.  

https://uwmadison.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0OhKgy3YJJq1WWq

3. Indicate to the event organizers whether you will join the Fleet Vehicle transportation (departing from Memorial Union at 11:30am) or whether you will arrange your own transportation to Upham Woods by 12:45 PM. 

AGENDA:  

11:30 AM: if joining the Fleet transportation, meet at Park Street Circle, the north end of Park Street, outside the northwest corner of Memorial Union. 

12:45 pm: Meet at Upham Woods 

1-2 pm: adaptive kayak basics (set-up, transfers, disabilities 101)

 2-4 pm: Canoe/Kayak along the Wisconsin River and potentially practice saving a tipped adaptive kayak- you may bring your own kayak for this part of the training or use the equipment provided by Upham Woods.

5:30PM: Return to Madison 

WHAT TO BRING:
 

• Clothing that you can get wet    (plan to be completely wet, in the water) 

• Shoes that you can get wet and will stay on your feet (for example, no flipflops) 

• A glasses strap if you wear glasses 

• Dry clothing to change into, including dry shoes 

• Towel 

• Waterbottle 

• Optional: Snacks 

• Optional: you may bring your own kayak for the on-water portion of the training. 

Spend your Friday evening outdoors and at the Terrace. Enjoy the leisurely hike to Picnic Point with our fun, energetic staff who will guide you on all the knows of the land. After the hike, enjoy a beverage at the terrace while you watch the sunset and listen to the band! Those 21 and over can enjoy an alcoholic beverage, so please bring your ID! Those under 21 will have just as much fun and can enjoy a non-alcoholic beverage!

Come float with us as the band turns the terrace stage to the lake! Paddle craft will be distributed on a first come-first served basis and we will have a safe area for all to enjoy the float! No experience neccessary!

This reservation is for a single spot on a Single or double Kayak or Stand-up Paddleboard.  Don't forget to invite your friends to sign-up!  

1. Complete your reservation before arriving 
   • Payment will be required
   • A waiver will be signed
   • Review our cancellation policy
2. Arrive to the Outdoor UW Office
   • The office is located in the lower level overlooking the lake front on the west side of the building.  
   • Additional directions and information will be sent in a confirmation email. 
   • Arrive early if you plan to change, use the bathroom, or rent a locker.  Locker rentals are available for $1 through our front desk (or at the time of your rental reservation)
3. Let's Paddle!
   • Our team will help you gear up and provide a safety orientation. 
4. Return your boat
   • Reservations are for the entirity of the event.  
   • Our staff will help you exit your boat and put away your equipment.  
   • Don't forget to visit the terrace for food and drinks after!

Participants must be over 18:
If you are signing your child up for this event, just select the quantity of crafts you will need to accommodate your party. All participants under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian and all participants under 16 must be in the same paddlecraft as their legal guardian.

Inclement weather or water: If the weather and water conditions are unsafe for the activity we will automatically refund all reservations. No matter what the band will still be playing their set at the Union. 

Spend your Friday evening outdoors and at the Terrace. Enjoy the leisurely hike to Picnic Point with our fun, energetic staff who will guide you on all the knows of the land. Our staff are ready to set out on this adventure with you! After the hike, enjoy a beverage at the terrace while you watch the sunset and listen to the band! Those 21 and over can enjoy an alcoholic beverage, so please bring your ID! Those under 21 will have just as much fun and can enjoy a non-alcoholic beverage!

Come float with us as the band turns the terrace stage to the lake! Paddle craft will be distributed on a first come-first served basis and we will have a safe area for all to enjoy the float! No experience neccessary!

This reservation is for a single spot on a Single or double Kayak or Stand-up Paddleboard.  Don't forget to invite your friends to sign-up!  

1. Complete your reservation before arriving 
   • Payment will be required
   • A waiver will be signed
   • Review our cancellation policy
2. Arrive to the Outdoor UW Office
   • The office is located in the lower level overlooking the lake front on the west side of the building.  
   • Additional directions and information will be sent in a confirmation email. 
   • Arrive early if you plan to change, use the bathroom, or rent a locker.  Locker rentals are available for $1 through our front desk (or at the time of your rental reservation)
3. Let's Paddle!
   • Our team will help you gear up and provide a safety orientation. 
4. Return your boat
   • Reservations are for the entirity of the event.  
   • Our staff will help you exit your boat and put away your equipment.  
   • Don't forget to visit the terrace for food and drinks after!

Participants must be over 18:
If you are signing your child up for this event, just select the quantity of crafts you will need to accommodate your party. All participants under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian and all participants under 16 must be in the same paddlecraft as their legal guardian.

Inclement weather or water: If the weather and water conditions are unsafe for the activity we will automatically refund all reservations. No matter what the band will still be playing their set at the Union. 

Spend your Friday evening outdoors and at the Terrace. Enjoy the leisurely hike to Picnic Point with our fun, energetic staff who will guide you on all the knows of the land. After the hike, enjoy a beverage at the terrace while you watch the sunset and listen to the band! Those 21 and over can enjoy an alcoholic beverage, so please bring your ID! Those under 21 will have just as much fun and can enjoy a non-alcoholic beverage!