To register, email Amber Baily of Rec2Connect at [email protected].
Ages: 8 years & over
Fee: $15 per person (All guests MUST register with Rec2Connect at [email protected])
Includes: equipment
Terrain: A flat, paved trail circumnavigates the pond.
Join one of Cleveland Metroparks Outdoor Recreation Specialists along with Rec2Connect Recreation Therapists to learn about the basics of fishing. Adaptive fishing is specifically designed for guests with disabilities (including but not limited to cognitive, physical, sensory, visual, and hearing impairments) and is a great way to experience the beauty of the great outdoors, experience the serenity of the water, and learn a new accessible hobby! Regardless of ability, guests can learn the basics of fishing such as casting, setting bait, and catch-and-release practices. Typically, a fishing license is required for guests 16 & over; however, there is an exemption for Cleveland Metroparks programs on Astrohurst Pond, so you do not need a fishing license for this program. All are welcome and reasonable accommodations to the equipment provide opportunities for guests of all abilities to experience the world of angling!
Classes will begin promptly, so plan to arrive early. Please bring a completed
waiver and review the
participant equipment list.
General Essential Eligibility Requirements that all participants must meet. A participant….
- …must meet minimum age and pre-trip meeting requirements for each individual program.
- …must meet program fee requirements for each individual program.
- …must be able to remain adequately hydrated, fed, and properly dressed in order to avoid environmental injuries such as hypothermia, heat-related illnesses, sunburn, and frostbite.
- …must refrain from use of alcohol and tobacco before or during outdoor recreation activities and any illegal drugs throughout the duration of a program.
- …must be able, either alone or with the aid of a personal care attendant, or through arrangements outlined on the Request for Administration of Medication Form or an Individual Medication Plan to manage, administer and protect any prescription medications currently prescribed to him or her. All medications, including over-the-counter medications shall be listed as required on the Medical Information portion of the registration materials.
- …must be able, either alone, with the aid of an augmentative communication device, or a personal care attendant to follow directions and communicate needs.
- …must not exceed manufacturers’ maximum recommended weight limit for equipment being used.
- …must be able to manage personal mobility either alone, with a reasonable amount of assistance, with the aid of a personal care attendant, or with adaptive equipment.
- …must be able to independently wear and maintain wearing all safety equipment correctly.