Archive for the ‘Photography’ Category
RISE Photography Shoots at “Autumn at the Arboretum”
October 15, 2011 was a beautiful day for shooting photos at “Autumn at the Arboretum” in Dallas. Participant’s circled wagons at the front entrance around noon and were given free tickets by RISE Adventures. Once in the gardens, Scott Golem explained some basic techniques to help improve composition or framing the shots and possible adaptation [...]
RISE Summer Schedule
RISE Adventures, Summer Program Schedule, June-August 2011 All programs are FREE for persons with physical disabilities and family members! Programs Require Mandatory 48 Hour Advanced Online or Phone Reservations! Some dates are blacked out for group events. Check the RISE Calendar for availability. Group reservations are available at optional dates and times. Outdoor Programs, Weather [...]
RISE Photography Program
We’re about to hit summer and here is a run down of what RISE Adventures photo group has planned. There three events scheduled from now until September listed below. Participants need to make reservations in order to have these planned events take place. The hotrod car shoot in Desoto was canceled due to lack of [...]
Photography at the Dallas Arboretum, Saturday, October 16, 2010-
The weather worked out perfect for picture taking at the Great Pumpkin Festival. It was difficult getting the entire group together at one time but those that did show up in the main group had a good time. The RISE 2011 Program Committee wants to expand this program by adding new venues. Scott Golem, RISE [...]
End of Summer Bash VI Promo
The End of the Summer Bash is Saturday, September 25, 2010 9am – 3pm at Meadowmere Park in Grapevine, Texas. This Free Event provides a variety of outdoor leisure activities for those in the community of all ages with physical disabilities and their families. Activities: Water Skiing, Scuba Demonstration, Jet Skis, Sailing, Kayaking, Swimming, Fishing, Disability [...]
Photography at the Dallas Arboretum April 3rd, 2010
Paul–we had a wonderful time with both Scott and the “Amy’s”! Had an amazing lunch with them, and we weren’t crowded at all! I know that when we arrived at the handicap lot, the parking staff were very helpful and said if there was no spot, which there was, that we could pull up and [...]
RISE Photography, “Autumn at the Arboretum” 10/24/09
Nobody can say that photography is boring! I had a great time exploring this program for the first time at the Dallas Arboretum this past weekend. What can I say…, it was beautiful weather in the 70’s, sunny, clear skies, free admission into a well known tourist attraction where plant life and sculptures have more [...]
RISE End of Summer Bash V Smashes Attendance Record!
This year’s attendance more than doubled last years with 918 total persons in attendance; Disabilities 237, Family Members 344, Volunteers 220, and Vendors/Sponsors 117. Thanks to everyone that attended and supported this year’s event. We would like to ask everyone to send us your stories, pictures, and comments about the event. We are also open to any constructive [...]
RISE Photography outing at the Dallas Arboretum
RISE Photography sponsored a Photography outing at the Dallas Arboretum on Saturday June 20th.The event was free to participants and their companions thanks to Dallas Arboretum. People participating had fun taking pictures, enjoying the flora, making friends and grabbing a bite to eat at the end of the day. You may ask your self is [...]
RISE Photography schedules two more dates
Saturday May 23rd and June 20th from 12:00 – 3:00 pm at the Dallas Arboretum
RISE Photography
Saturday, May 2nd and there is still space available. Admission is free for the entire family so make your reservations now by contacting Paul Gray at pgray@riseadventures.org or 469-762-5075. »» More Photography Information
RISE Photography starts Saturday, May 2nd at the Dallas Arboretum
Join us at the Dallas Arboretum Saturday, May 2nd from 12-3pm in a beautiful environment for picture taking. Bring your camera and a friend. Entrance is FREE so make your reservations now by contacting Paul Gray @ pgray@riseadventures.org or 469.762.5075. Additional dates are being set. Click here to view our Photography program.
Camp RISE is Under Construction!!
Camp RISE will open on Friday, May 15. Thanks to the generous donation of C & R Medical, including the land and construction costs, this camp will be accessible for all children with physical disabilities. The camp is located in Springtown, Texas. Sign up now for great camping experience. Thank you C & R Medical, [...]
Volunteers Needed!
Volunteers! We need your support! Click here for details. To become a TEAM RISE Volunteer, click here. Thanks in advance for your support in helping us accomplish our mission!
Major Corporate Update
I founded RISE Adventures, Inc. on March 22, 2007 with the support of Steve Carlson. I am asked a lot of questions from our constituency about the overall status of RISE. As we approach our second birthday I felt it was important to provide a current corporate update. Transparency is important for all non-profit charitable [...]
Introducing our 2009 Program Schedule
RISE Adventures introduces our 2009 Program Schedule. This schedule will continually be updated throughout the year. It gives complete information on all existing programs. All programs that run January- March are RESERVATION ONLY. To make reservations please contact the appropriate RISE Program Director listed on the programs page. The following new programs are being set [...]
