Adaptive kayaking lessons offered in Marquette for veterans with disabilities
Michigan Department of Natural Resources sent this bulletin at 03/05/2014 11:34 AM EST
Upper Peninsula DNR News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 5, 2014
Contact: Matthew Williams (YMCA) 906-227-9622; Brian Gaudreau (NMU) 906- 227-1182; Greg Andrews (DNR) 906-228-6561
Adaptive kayaking lessons offered in Marquette for veterans with disabilities
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has partnered with the Marquette County YMCA and Northern Michigan University Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreational Sports to offer a series of adaptive kayaking lessons for veterans with disabilities.
The sessions will be held on four consecutive Thursdays starting March 13, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Physical Education and Instruction Facility (PEIF) pool on the NMU campus in Marquette.
"We are excited about this partnership, which will allow veterans with disabilities to try out adaptive paddling gear and techniques in a controlled, safe, learning environment regardless of experience or skill level," said Greg Andrews, DNR accessibility coordinator and special projects liaison.
The kayaking lessons are offered free of charge but space is limited. Pre-registration is required by calling Matthew Williams, YMCA Director of Aquatics/Competitive Swimming, at 906-227-9622. Participants may sign up for a single or multiple sessions.
For more information, visit www.mqtymca.org and www.nmu.edu/recreation.