General Program Information
OE offers programs for individuals
and families, ages 8 and up. Adventure trips usually include 8 to 15 people
from the community of all ability levels, plus trained volunteers and
experienced staff. We also have a Wild Works Community Service Day
project for groups up to 60-70 people. Questions? Call 781-395-4999 or TTY: 781-395-4184.
How To Register
- Fill out the Individual Program Registration Form
- Fill out the Medical/Release Form
- Send in a 10% deposit
In order to hold a spot, we must receive ALL of the above items. If you sign up
for multiple trips of the same type, we reserve the right to put you on the
waiting list to ensure enough spots for other participants.
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Download Forms.
Scholarships
OE tries to keep programs affordable
and to eliminate financial barriers that may get in the way of experiencing
a program. For a scholarship application, please click here or call the OE office.
Scholarships are awarded based on availability.
Program Participation Requirements
We want you to participate to the best
of your ability. You will not be expected to participate in activities
that you do not feel comfortable trying. All participants must be able
to perform tasks of daily living and make their needs known throughout
the program independently or with the assistance of a Personal Care
Assistant. Your PCA may accompany you free of charge to provide support.
Participant Behavior Expectations
OE makes every attempt to accommodate each individual. However, OE volunteers
and staff are not expected to deal with significant behavioral issues.
Please contact the OE office regarding issues of concern so that we
can work together to effect a positive, safe experience for all.
Program Details
You will receive detailed information about your program approximately
two weeks prior to the trip date. OE provides snacks for all one-day
programs and meals and snacks for multi-day programs. We provide or
loan out all necessary gear and program-specific clothing at no cost.
Transportation
Transportation is usually available from OE’s office in Medford or from
Davis Square MBTA station (on the Red Line). Transportation arrangements
must be made at least two weeks in advance.
Accommodations
We have extensive experience working with people of all abilities and
design each program to be inclusive. Our staff and volunteers provide
accommodations including, but not limited to, information in alternate
formats, sighted guides, ASL interpreters, and adapted equipment. If
you need accommodations, please register for the program at
least a month in advance.
Cancellations/Refunds
If you cancel more than seven days prior
to your program, OE will provide a full refund minus a $10 administrative
fee. No refunds are provided for cancellations less than seven days before
the program date. If OE cancels a program, we will refund all fees paid
for the program, including the deposit.