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Accessible Nature Experiences
Birdability
From hosting virtual birding field trips to developing a map of accessible birding locations, Birdability is creating an inclusive birding community by making the activity more accessible. Their website is linked below.
Easterseals
Easterseals offers people with disabilities camping and other outdoor recreation opportunities, along with other beneficial programs. Check out their link below to see what your local Easterseals offers.
National Park Service
The National Park Service has an informative resource about accessiblity in the parks. Each national park also has a section on their website that describes the park’s accessible features. If you have a disability, you’re eligible for a free, lifetime pass to the National Parks. Follow the links below.
The UniDescription Project
This project focuses on making brochures and other visual materials more accessible with audio description. Numerous National Park Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife brochures have been converted into audio description and can be found on their website and mobile app. More continue to be added. Their website has a plethora of information about the project and audio description. Check it out below!
For Kids
7 Science & Nature Activities for Young Children who are Blind – Wonderbaby.org
Wonderbaby.org is an incredible resource for families with children who are blind, visually impaired, or with other differing abilities. There are so many informative articles on an array of topics. An article about science and nature activities for children who are blind is linked below.
20 Outdoor Activities for Blind and Visually Impaired Children – WEC
Another great resource about outdoor activities for children with low vision. LInked below!
