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NO BARRIERS FESTIVAL 2007
INTERACTIVE CLINICS

All clinics are designed for learning, experience and fun!

Four sessions of Interactive Clinics are scheduled:

Session A – Friday, June 29 - 1:15 pm
Session B – Saturday, June 30 - 2:30 pm
Session C – Sunday, July 1 - 8:00 am
Session D – Sunday, July 1 - 1:00 pm

·         Several clinics can accommodate only a limited number of people.

Participation will be assigned on a first-come-first-served basis, and waiting lists will be maintained.

 

·         Each clinic has its own requirements and restrictions. 

Please CLICK on EQUIPMENT & REQUIREMENTS to review the equipment needed, criteria and release forms. 

The clinic leader has the right to qualify participants. 

 

·         All Clinics will start promptly in the Interactive Clinic Park, a short 150 yard distance from the Conference Center.

Registrants with disabilities will have priority
at all FESTIVAL activities and events
.
Their requisite companions will be allowed to accompany and aid them.

The number of Registrants will be limited.


Clinic arrangements are subject to change,
due to weather conditions and other circumstances.

Interactive Clinics Sign-ups

For your convenience in planning your selection of Interactive Clinics, a schedule is available to use as a worksheet in making your selections.   

Print out the Worksheet. (DOWNLOAD)

Sign up for Interactive Clinics
Thursday, June 28 at Registration
Friday, Saturday, Sunday at the Interactive Clinics tent.

·         To sign-up for Interactive Clinics, you must be registered for FESTIVAL 2007, have submitted a signed FESTIVAL Release form and show your official FESTIVAL name badge. 

 

·         To expedite the sign-up process:  review the descriptions of the Interactive Clinics, including the criteria, and mark your choices on the Worksheet. Print out, complete and bring the necessary additional signed waiver and medical form(s) with you to the sign-up stations.

 

INTERACTIVE CLINICS

 

Session A:  FRIDAY AFTERNOON, June 29  1:15 pm

 

A-l     

Kayaking

4 hours   Shuttle to Donner Lake         

A-2   

Rock Climbing

4 hours   Shuttle to Donner Summit site 

A-3

Introduction to Scuba Diving

Interactive Clinics Park

A-4      

Introduction to Cycling and Mountain Biking

Interactive Clinics Park  

A-5      

Ropes Course   Interactive Clinics Park   

A-6

Equipment Demonstrations and New Skills

Interactive Clinics Park

A-7     

Climbing wall for PARAPLEGICS

Interactive Clinics Park

A-8

Mobility

Shuttle to Squaw Valley Soccer Field

A-11  

Nature/Exploration Walk

Start at Interactive Clinics Park

A-12  

Discover Squaw Valley   for VISUALLY IMPAIRED

Start at IC Park

A-13

Art in the Outdoors

Meet at Interactive Clinics Park

 

Session B:  SATURDAY AFTERNOON, June 30  2:30 pm

 

B-3

Introduction to Scuba Diving

Interactive Clinics Park

B-4      

Introduction to Cycling and Mountain Biking

Interactive Clinics Park                                    

B-5      

Ropes Course

Interactive Clinics Park   

B-6

Equipment Demonstrations and New Skills

Interactive Clinics Park

B-7    

Climbing Wall

Interactive Clinics Park                                                                           

B-8

Mobility

Shuttle to Squaw Valley Soccer Field

B-11 

Nature/Exploration Walks

Start at Interactive Clinics Park

B-12 

Lower Shirley Canyon Hike

2.5 hours  Start at Interactive Clinics Park

B-13

Art in the Outdoors

Meet at Interactive Clinics Park

 

Session C:  SUNDAY MORNING, July 1  8:00 am

 

C-1    

Kayaking

4 hours   Shuttle to Donner Lake   

C-2     

Rock Climbing

4 hours Shuttle to Donner Summit

C-3

Introduction to Scuba Diving

Interactive Clinics Park

C-10  

Cycle and Mountain Bike Excursions

Start at Interactive Clinics Park

C-11  

Nature/Exploration Walks

Start at Interactive Clinics Park

C-12

Hikes at Donner Summit

4-6 hours Shuttle to Donner Summit

C-13

Art in the Outdoors

Meet at Interactive Clinics Park

 

Session D:  SUNDAY AFTERNOON, July 1  1:00 pm

 

D-3

Introduction to Scuba Diving

Interactive Clinics Park

D-4     

Introduction to Cycling and Mountain Biking

Interactive Clinics Park

D-5      

Ropes Course

Interactive Clinics Park   

D-6      

Equipment Demonstrations and New Skills

Interactive Clinics Park

D-7      

Climbing Wall

Interactive Clinics Park

D-11  

Nature/Exploration Walks

Start at Interactive Clinics Park

D-13

Art in the Outdoors

Meet at Interactive Clinics Park

Descriptions of Interactive Clinics
January 22, 2007

Kayaking 

Learn basic kayaking skills, and paddle two- or three-person kayaks on Donner Lake.  Learn about and try simple adaptive techniques and equipment modifications including supportive seating and padding, paddle mounts for one armed paddling, foot pedal drive kayaks, outriggers, aids for people with visual impairments and more.  No experience is necessary for this exciting session.

Organized and staffed by Environmental Traveling Companions

Click for
EQUIPMENT & REQUIREMENTS
RELEASE & HEALTH FORMS

Meet at Interactive Clinics Park for shuttle to Donner Lake.  (4 hours)

CODE A-1 Friday afternoon, June 29 LIMITIED TO 16 PARTICIPANTS
CODE C-1 8:00 am  Sunday, July 1 LIMITIED TO 16 PARTICIPANTS


Beginning Rock Climbing

Rock Climbing 

An introduction to rock climbing will teach movement, anchoring and rope handling skills with a perspective toward safety.  Trained instructors and certified guides sincerely care about your level of enjoyment and the building of your confidence. You will leave the clinic with a strong respect for the rock climbing environment and its camaraderie. A unique experience!

Organized and staffed by Alpine Skills International

Click for
EQUIPMENT & REQUIREMENTS
RELEASE & HEALTH FORM
MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE

Meet at Interactive Clinics Park for shuttle to Climbing site at Old Summit.  (4 hours)

CODE A-2 Friday afternoon, June 29LIMITIED TO 20 PARTICIPANTS
CODE C-2 8:00 am   Sunday, July 1LIMITIED TO 20 PARTICIPANTS


Activities in the Interactive Clinics Park

The
Interactive Clinics Park is a short distance from the FESTIVAL Conference Center.

NO BARRIERS FESTIVAL registrants are free to move from one activity to the next on the afternoons of Friday June 29, Saturday, June 30 and Sunday, July 1.