Our Programs

Program Schedule

June 2023

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
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  • Look Park, Cycling for People with Traumatic or Acquired Brain Injuries
  • Look Park, Cycling for Veterans
  • Trike Shop Open (APPOINTMENTS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED))
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  • Cycling for People with Traumatic or Acquired Brain Injuries
  • Trike Shop Open (APPOINTMENTS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED))
  • UAP Cycling in Hadley
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  • Trike Shop Open (appointments and drop-ins)
  • Tennis/Pickleball Fundraising Social
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  • Trike Shop Open (APPOINTMENTS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED))
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  • Look Park, Cycling for People with Traumatic or Acquired Brain Injuries
  • Look Park, Cycling for Veterans
  • Trike Shop Open (APPOINTMENTS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED))
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  • Cycling for People with Traumatic or Acquired Brain Injuries
  • Trike Shop Open (APPOINTMENTS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED))
  • UAP Cycling in Hadley
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  • Trike Shop Open (appointments and drop-ins)
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  • Trike Shop Open (APPOINTMENTS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED))
  • Blackstone, Veterans Cycling Program
  • UAP Cycling Blackstone
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  • Trike Shop Open (APPOINTMENTS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED))
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  • Cycling for People with Traumatic or Acquired Brain Injuries
  • Trike Shop Open (APPOINTMENTS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED))
  • UAP Cycling in Hadley
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  • Trike Shop Open (appointments and drop-ins)
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  • Trike Shop Open (APPOINTMENTS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED))
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  • Look Park, Cycling for People with Traumatic or Acquired Brain Injuries
  • Look Park, Cycling for Veterans
  • Trike Shop Open (APPOINTMENTS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED))
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  • Cycling for People with Traumatic or Acquired Brain Injuries
  • Trike Shop Open (APPOINTMENTS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED))
  • UAP Cycling in Hadley
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  • Trike Shop Open (appointments and drop-ins)
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  • Trike Shop Open (APPOINTMENTS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED))
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  • Trike Shop Open (APPOINTMENTS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED))
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  • Cycling for People with Traumatic or Acquired Brain Injuries
  • Trike Shop Open (APPOINTMENTS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED))
  • UAP Cycling in Hadley

With a combination of specialized equipment and trained staff, our programs are designed to encourage people of all abilities to enjoy the outdoors together together. We provide opportunities to develop skills and share outdoor experiences in every season. Activities include: kayaking, canoeing, cycling, camping, and hiking. In winter we offer xc skiing, sit xc skiing, ice skating, sled skating, and snowshoeing.

Our programs are open to people of all ages and all abilities.  We have programs geared for people with disabilities and their family and friends, programs for seniors, and programs for veterans. See information about specific programs for eligibility.

Some of the disabilities represented at our programs include: age-related disabilities, amputee, autism, brain injury (acquired or traumatic), visual impairments, hearing impairments, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, muscular dystrophy, developmental disabilities, and psychiatric disabilities. The majority of our participants are adults; however, children participate in our programs frequently.

Please feel free to contact us with questions about accessibility or for more information by calling us at 413-584-2052 or emailing us at info@alloutadventures.org.

Every participant in our programs, including family members and personal care assistants, will need to fill out a liability waiver.  Please download the form above and bring your completed form to the program. You just need to fill out the form one time per calendar year.

Summer 2022:

All Out Adventures runs UAP-affiliated programs at Natick on Tuesdays, Goshen/DAR on Wednesdays, and Hadley on Fridays. These programs require a UAP Liability Waiver.

Other programs (Connecticut River on Thursdays, Independent Cycling on Saturdays) require the All Out Adventures Liability Waiver.

Program Fees

Universal Access Program (UAP)

There is no fee for participation in Winter programs. Participation is by donation.

For summer, our fee structure is as follows:

UAP Cycling, $5 per program.

UAP Paddling (Canoeing and Kayaking), $8 per program.

Senior Programs (60+)

Cycling and Snowshoeing, $5-20 sliding scale per session.

Guided Kayaking or Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Lesson, $20

Recumbent Trike Independent Cycling ("Rentals")

On site in Northampton. Northampton Rail Trail is close by. Riders must be able to independently, or with the help of a companion, be able to follow safe riding rules of the trail. Trikes are available 1-3 hours based on availability.

Saturdays at AOA office at 297 Pleasant St., Northampton

Cost: $40 per trike.  11am - 1pm or 1pm - 3pm. Please contact us ahead of time to reserve ahead to be sure we have a trike for you.

Statewide Head Injury Program (SHIP)

$5/program, except camping trips.

Note for all programs:
Each person with a disability can bring one family member, friend, or caregiver at no charge. If a person with a disability needs two caregivers to participate, then that person can bring two caregivers at no charge.

We accept cash, check or credit cards online.

Checks payable to:
All Out Adventures
297 Pleasant Street
Northampton, MA 01060

info@alloutadventures.org
www.alloutadventures.org
413-584-2052

Veterans and disabled members of the armed forces of all ages and abilities and their family and friends are invited to join All Out Adventures for our year-round programs including cycling and kayaking and SUP programs as well as winter programs. We have a wide variety of equipment that can be fitted to your needs. Come to the programs to get outside and enjoy the sun, fresh air and exercise!

 

Cycling

Our cycling includes the use of stable recumbent tricycles, hand-powered cycles, tandem tricycles and bicycles, a wheelchair tandem, as well as traditional two-wheeled bikes with added back support. The bikes and trikes can be sized and adapted to individual needs.

Participants can email us or call our office (413-584-2052) to pre-register for a one-hour time slot during program hours. Pre-registration by 12pm the day before the program required.

Funding is provided by a grant through the Veterans Administration Adaptive Sports Grant. This program is open to veterans and their loved ones at no charge. Participants may make a donation if they wish.

 

Contact and Registering

All program sites are wheelchair accessible and our staff are trained in biking instruction, CPR and First Aid and have extensive experience.  At all our programs we offer supportive services such as choosing and adapting the best bike for your size and abilities; assistance with transfers; tandem cycling companion if needed; staff will lead small groups in riding.

There is no charge for this program, however, donations are greatly appreciated. All the necessary equipment is provided (such as helmets), but we recommend you bring water, a snack/lunch, sunscreen and wear clothing appropriate for the weather and activity.

Space is limited at the programs, so we ask that you pre-register by calling our office at 413-584-2052. Specific equipment can be reserved ahead of time. You can also email us

This program is funded by the Veterans Administration with support and cooperation from the VA in Leeds, the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation's Universal Access Program, Look Park, and from donations from our participants.

Senior Cycling

Senior Cycling 

Seniors are invited to join our Universal Access cycling program on Wednesdays on the Norwottuck Rail Trail in Hadley.  Use a stable recumbent trike or tandem recumbent trike to explore the rail trail on your own or with friends and family. $5-$20 sliding scale per person. Participants can email us or call our office ( 413-584-2052) to pre-register for a one-hour time slot between 10 AM to 3 PM . Pre-registration by 12pm the day before the program required.

Recumbent Trike Independent Cycling ("Rentals")

Saturdays in Northampton:

On site use of our recumbent trikes available at All Out Adventures in Northampton. The Northampton Rail Trail is close by.  Our staff person will provide the cycle that you need and assist in fitting it to you. Otherwise, you will be on your own. To participate, you will need to independently or with the assistance of a companion:

  • Transfer on and off the cycle
  • Consistently follow the rules of trail (stay to the right, stop at all street crossings, and notify other trail users when passing)
  • Call the program cell phone in case of mechanical difficulty.
  • You can reserve a cycle for two hours based on availability.
  • Advance registration strongly recommended.

Cost:

$40 per trike per timeslot. 

What to bring:

Wear closed-toed shoes like sneakers. Bring a backpack with a water bottle, salty or sweet snack, and cell phone if you have one. Properly-fitted helmets required. We provide them or you are welcome to bring your own.

Contact:

Please call or email All Out Adventures for more information and to register: 413-584-2052 or Email us.

In case of inclement weather, call our office number (413-584-2052) before you leave home for a recorded message about program status.

Tandem Rover Ride

We have the following cycles available for Independent Cycling.  Please call us at 413-584-2052 a few days ahead of time to reserve your cycle:

Single Recumbent Trikes

  • TerraTrike Rover
  • Catrike Villager
  • Catrike Pocket
  • Catrike 5.5.9

Tandem Recumbent Trikes

  • TerraTrike Tandem Rover Dual Drive
  • TerraTrike Tandem Rover IPS

2-Wheel Tandem

Upright and Low style hand cycles

Group of people in wheelchairs prepare to go out on a program

SHIP (Statewide Head Injury Program) Participants are warmly welcomed to join us at our SHIP and Universal Access Program events. Participants can email us or call our office ( 413-584-2052) to pre-register for a one-hour time slot between 10 AM to 3 PM . Pre-registration by 12pm the day before the program required.

Additional SHIP Program Information: 

Cycling is a great way for people with brain injuries to get exercise, socialize with others, and enjoy nature. We can accommodate riders of all abilities with stable recumbent trikes, tandem cycles including a wheelchair tandem, hand-pedaled cycles as well as traditional two-wheel bikes. Participants can opt to go on a guided group ride or take out a cycle on their own with a companion.

Nature Hikingparticipants of all abilities will be able to access and explore nature on our guided nature hikes. Our hiking program is accessible to those who use wheelchairs or have difficulty walking by using our all-terrain wheelchairs or recumbent trikes with mountain bike tires along accessible trails.

Kayaking is made accessible with the use of recreational kayaks of various designs, including tandem kayaks. They are adaptable to individual needs and can be made more comfortable and stable with the use of pontoons and various other modifications. The program takes place on the flat water of the Connecticut River in Northampton.

Call All Out Adventures for more information and to register at 413-584-2052. Or email us.

  • SHIP programs are open to people with brain injuries and their guests. Cost is $5 per program. Equipment provided, but you must pre-register.
  • Meeting times, locations and other details will be confirmed upon registration.

All program sites are wheelchair accessible. Call us for accessibility information.