Resources

Canoeing and Kayaking for Persons with Disabilities
by A. Webre and J. Zeller published by the ACA. Available through www.acanet.org or by calling the American Canoe Association (ACA) at 703-451-0141.

Resources for instructors, outfitters & recreation program providers

The Americans with Disabilities Act and Outdoor Programs by Janet Zeller
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has inspired hope and freedom, as well as anxiety and confusion. For outdoor programs the ADA is good news because it lays out clear guidelines. This article looks at the growing opportunity to involve people with disabilities, specific responsibilities and practical steps outdoor program providers can follow to ensure their programs remain both safe and equitable.
ADAandOutdoorprograms.doc

What Every Paddling Instructor, Outfitter and Paddling Program Provider Needs to Know About People With Disabilities by Janet Zeller
You rent canoes or kayaks, or take people on paddling trips, or instruct canoeing or kayaking and want to do the right thing. You want to include people who have disabilities in your program. But you have questions – Is it safe? What will I have to do? What if I say no? Learn more about "Developing Nondiscriminatory Essential Eligibility Criteria"
EssentialEligibilityCriteriaHandout.doc