July 28 adaptive kayaking at Beartown State Forest

Tuesday, July 28, 2026
11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Address

214 Blue Hill Road, Great Barrington, MA 01230

Contact

All Out Adventures

Address

297 Pleasant Street, Northampton, MA 01060

Phone

Use this number to reach our staff during programs.

Overview

A group of people in tandem kayaks are paddling on a pond.
Fees: $8 per participant. One guest may attend at no charge. Scholarships are available for those who need them.

Join the Universal Access Program for adaptive kayaking on Benedict Pond at Beartown State Forest in Great Barrington! During this program, run by our partner All Out Adventures, paddlers will travel in small groups (pods) to explore the pond. Instruction, adaptive equipment, and assistance (as needed) are provided. 

This program is for people with disabilities, their families, support staff, and friends. Seniors are invited to register as well.

Pre-registration required: Online registration ends at 5 p.m., two days before the program. After that time, call (413) 584‑2052 to see if space is still available. You will receive email confirmation for participation.

Days and Times: Tuesdays, 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

  • July 14, 2026
  • July 21, 2026
  • July 28, 2026
  • August 4, 2026
  • August 11, 2026

Participants may sign up for one of two time slots: 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 1–2:30 p.m. 

Closest GPS Address: 214 Blue Hill Road, Great Barrington, MA. This is just east of the park entrance. Take Benedict Pond Road to the first parking lot on your right at the pond. Signs to Benedict Pond will be posted.

Access Blue Hill Road from Main Road (Route 23). Avoid accessing Benedict Pond from the park's North Entrance due to dirt roads. 

You will need

You will need to meet our essential eligibility criteria for paddling and to pre-register.

Questions & To Register: Register with AOA online at alloutadventures.org, call (413) 584-2052, or email programs@alloutadventures.org.

Additional Resources

Contact

Address

297 Pleasant Street, Northampton, MA 01060

Phone

Use this number to reach our staff during programs.

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