(Chittenango, NY – July 2014) ARISE is hosting the fourth annual ARISE & Ride at the Farm fundraising event on Saturday, July 26. All proceeds from this event will go directly toward the construction of an accessible playground at ARISE at the Farm.
In addition to 25- and 12-mile bike rides in the morning, the event will also feature a brand new Walk & Wheel-A-Thon. The walk will take place around the 7/8-mile paved track at the Farm and will be a fun experience for the entire family. And, sensory activity stations will be spaced around the track to provide an opportunity to play and rest.
In the afternoon, families can enjoy lunch and have fun at the Farm Festival featuring pony rides, arts and crafts, face painting, hay rides, and more.
ARISE at the Farm is a local therapeutic and education center in Chittenango that provides people with disabilities the opportunity to experience the benefits and joy of recreation. The inclusive playground will provide a space where children of all abilities will be able to play and explore together.
Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. Registration is $30 for cyclists and $10 for the Walk & Wheel-A-Thon. Participants are encouraged to ask family and friends to sponsor their ride to raise funds for ARISE at the Farm. “Virtual” cyclists can register as well. Farm Festival activity passes are available for $5 per person. To pre-register for the event, visit ariseandride.org. For more information, contact Bethanie Hemingway at 671-2909 or bhemingway@ariseinc.org.