Nature: Accessible for All

Adventures without Barriers: Learning and Exploring 19th Century Industrial Towns
2025-07-26 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | North Pemberton Railroad Station, 7 Fort Dix Rd, Pemberton, NJ, 08068, United States
Take a slow hike, passing through both forest and cultural landscapes as we take a trip on the Burlington and Mount Holly Railroad. Learn about the importance this avenue of commerce provided to a 19th-century industrial town on the outskirts of the pines. You’ll be led by Thomas Besselman as we take you on an immersive trip to learn about the natural resources that are found in the Pinelands and allowed early American industries to thrive.
This inclusive and accessible family-friendly outing follows along a section of the former Burlington and Mount Holly Railroad. Offering scenic views of woodland, pineland streams, meadows and farmland. The historic railroad trail is a picturesque location perfect for learning about the important natural resources that made it possible for early American industries and settlers to thrive.
Pinelands Adventures has several rugged-terrain wheelchairs available for use by request both electric and manual types.
Cost is $10 per explorer. Pre-registration is required through Pinelands Adventures.

Blue Journey Unified Paddle & Open House
2025-07-26 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Autum Lake Winery, 870 W Malaga Rd, , NJ, Williamstown, NJ, 08094, United States
Join Blue Journey – Ocean Positive, a partner of the Nature Accessible for All Initiative at Autumn Lake, Williamstown, NJ on Saturday, July 26th. Registration is required for this free event. Event starts at 10:00 am. Register here – Blue Journey Unified June & July Autumn Lake Open Houses.

Know Your ADA Rights
2025-07-25 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | NJ
Join the National ADA Network to celebrate 35 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and learn about your ADA rights. During this two-hour webinar, you will learn:

The ADA’s history and purpose
Who the ADA protects, and what it covers
How to access your ADA rights, like asking for an accommodation
What you can do if you have been discriminated against
Where you can get more help and resources

We’ll also have a live Q&A at the end of the webinar so you can ask your own questions. You’ll leave knowing exactly what your ADA rights are and how to use them every day.
Note: ASL Interpreters and captioning will be provided. If you have another access need required for a disability, please email at email@rockymountainada.org or call 719-444-0268.
Registration for the event – Webinar Registration – Zoom

American Trails - National Trails Legislative Update 2025
2025-07-24 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | NJ
This free webinar, hosted by American Trails, will review the status of current legislation impacting the trails community and their work, and will also explore how you can help advocate for funding and policies that will have a positive impact on our trails.
Presented by: Courtney Lyons-Garcia, Executive Director, Partnership for the National Trails System (PNTS) and Tyler Ray, Senior Director for Programs and Advocacy, American Hiking Society

ADA35: Test Your ADA Knowledge!
2025-07-23 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | NJ
Join the National ADA Network for this live one-hour session as they celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! Test your knowledge by answering questions about the ADA and learn some interesting facts about the law. Whether you are a newcomer or someone who works with the ADA on a regular basis, this event will be a fun and interactive way to honor the legacy of this historic disability civil rights law.
Instructions on how to participate will be provided in the materials and during the session.
Registration for the event – ADA35: Test Your ADA Knowledge!

Webinar: Increasing LGBTQIA2S+ Inclusivity & Competency in the Outdoors
2025-06-12 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | NJ
This FREE webinar explores how outdoor programs, camps, and recreation organizations can move beyond access and toward true inclusivity—creating environments where LGBTQIA+ individuals feel not only welcome but genuinely seen and supported.

Webinar Outline
Outdoor recreation has long been celebrated as a space for adventure, connection, and personal growth. However, for many in the LGBTQIA+ community, systemic barriers and cultural norms continue to limit access to these opportunities. This webinar explores how outdoor programs, camps, and recreation organizations can move beyond access and toward true inclusivity—creating environments where LGBTQIA+ individuals feel not only welcome but genuinely seen and supported.
Learning Objectives
Learn about the best practices for site-specific inclusion strategies.
Understand the policy development site-specific inclusion strategies.
Attendees will leave with actionable steps to foster equity and a sense of belonging in outdoor spaces.
Presented by:
River Milburn, Founder, You Belong Outdoors
Free ASL Interpreter Service Available!

SBRN 2025 Walk for Empowerment
2025-06-08 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | Roosevelt Park, 10 Oak Drive Roosevelt Park, Edison, NJ, 08837
Our annual Walk is a major fundraiser to support the services and programs that we provide to children, adults and families.
Create your own Team! You can Create a Pledge Page online and ask friends and family to donate. You can add a picture or image and change the content of the letter to make it more personal. Check here for 2025 Walk Fundraising Tips Or, you can collect cash and checks and bring them with you to the walk.
Enjoy refreshments, activities, socializing, and of course, a lovely Stroll & Roll around the beautiful lake!
Photo credit: SBRN

Lakeview 5K for the New Jersey Institute for Disabilities
2025-06-07 08:00 - 12:00 UTC | Roosevelt Park, 10 Oak Drive Roosevelt Park, Edison, NJ, 08837
Let’s Pack the Park on Saturday June 7th to make a difference in the lives of children with disabilities throughout New Jersey. Register now for the 2025 Lakeview 5K- there are so many options to choose from: a USATF Grand Prix 5K; a 5K Walk and a Family Fun Stroll and Roll around the lake. There is even a virtual option if that’s your preference. Day of Registration opens at 8:00am and the race begins at 9:30am. The race starts and ends in front of the Lakeview School and winds through USATF a sanctioned course along scenic park roads through Roosevelt Park.
AND You can “go the extra mile” with a fundraising or participation team… encourage your friends, family and colleagues to be a part of the excitement. You can set up your team right now by clicking the “DONATE” button at the top of the page and following the step by step instructions provided.
Participants who are registered for the in-person 5K or Stroll & Roll will receive a commemorative t-shirt (guaranteed with pre-registration by May 27th), finish line reception and refreshments, a DJ, awards ceremony and many surprises.
All proceeds from the Lakeview 5K directly benefit the array of programs of the New Jersey Institute for Disabilities, serving more than 1,500 infants, children and adults throughout New Jersey.
Photo Credit: New Jersey Institute for Disabilities
