Enjoy Adaptive Spring Recreation with Oakland County Parks!

Oakland County embraces its diverse communities and is committed to the well-being of all residents. This spring, Oakland County Parks invites individuals with disabilities to enjoy recreation opportunities. Review the list of events and activities below. For more information, click here.

Adaptive Recreation Experience

Enjoy a night of adaptive recreation opportunities, including hands-on activities like archery, curling, golf, wheelchair basketball, yoga and more during the Adaptive Recreation Experience program from 4-7 p.m. Friday, March 28 at the UWM Sports Complex, 867 South Blvd in Pontiac. State and local non-profit representatives who provide recreation and support for individuals with disabilities will also be on hand with informational resources.

Food will be available for purchase. All ages and abilities are welcome. This is a free event.

Email OCPRecreation@oakgov.com or text/call 248-221-8040 with questions. Preregistration is required by scanning the QR code on the Adaptive Recreation Experience Flyer.

The Great Marshmallow Drop

The Great Marshmallow Drop for individuals with disabilities of all ages will begin at 11 a.m. Friday, April 18 at Worden Park in Royal Oak. During this free event, marshmallows will be dropped from a helicopter. Participants need to collect just one marshmallow to exchange for a prize. No registration is necessary. American Sign Language interpretation will be on site.

For more information, call 248-221-8040 or email OCPrecreation@oakgov.com.

Quiet Zone – provides a range of supportive tools, including auditory, visual, and tactile sensory aids. Features such as noise-buffering headphones, weighted mats, padded floors, and floor chairs help attendees regulate their sensory experiences.

Additional 2025 Events

Please check Oakland County Parks’ Adaptive Recreation website for more information and flyers as they become available closer to the event date. Registration opens six weeks prior to the event. Call 248-221-8040 or email OCPrecreation@oakgov.com for more information.

Grand Slam Frenzy, 6-8 p.m. Friday, April 25 at the Waterford Oaks Event Center. Take photos with professional baseball mascots! Cost $10/per person. Call 248-858-0916 to register. Text/call 248-221-8040 for more information.

Adaptive Bike Clinic, 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, May 20 at Independence Oaks Boathouse. Give a variety of bikes adapted for individuals with disabilities a spin! Cost: Free.

Adaptive Golf Clinic, 10:30 a.m.-noon and 12:30-2 p.m. Wednesday, May 21 at Cherry Creek Golf Club. Learn to golf with us! All equipment provided. No golf experience necessary and all abilities are welcome. Cost: Free.

For information on other events, visit OaklandCountyParks.com. Join the conversation on Facebook and Instagram.

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