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ARISE at the Farm

A 77-acre horse farm that offers year-round recreation and adventure.

  • Adaptive Cycling
  • Therapeutic Recreation
  • Horse Cart Driving Lessons
  • Horseback Riding Lessons
  • Horsemanship Camp
  • Inclusive Playground
  • Inclusive Summer Recreation
  • School Break Recreation
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ARISE and Ski

A Premier adaptive winter sports programs in the Central New York Region.

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OPWDD Recreation Services

Kids Night Out, open to anyone ages 6-12 with OPWDD eligibility. KNO meets the first week of every month. See events calendar for the next KNO offering.

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Friends Connection

Friend’s Connection offers opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities to socialize through group activities in the community twice per month. Facilitated by EFR staff and volunteers, individuals attending must be accompanied by professional and/or natural support (who are welcome to participate in planned activities) or be fully independent. EFR does not provide transportation for these events.

This service is for people ages 18 and over who live with their family and are eligible for OPWDD services.

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Project Explore

Project Explore is an active, outdoor summer and winter service for youth and young adults with developmental disabilities. Participants enjoy a variety of recreational activities including swimming at local parks, hiking, visiting amusement parks and attending community events. Through this service, participants develop friendships with peers, increase physical activity, and participate in enriching summer or winter activities. Project Explore services those with OPWDD eligibility aged 13 – 28.

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Recreation Groups

EFR’s Recreation group meets a few times a month for a few hours to enjoy activities in the community. Some of these activities include Funtastic Fridays at Collamer United Church, monthly bingo, weekly bowling and gaming groups, and other seasonal activities. Anyone who receives services through EFR is able to attend, but they must RSVP to reserve their spot and to get any additional information needed to attend.

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UNIQUE Magazine & Exhibits

Celebrating the creative spirit and artistic voices of people with disabilities across Central New York.