RISE Adventures 2010 Summer Program Schedule.

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RISE Children’s Camping Tons of Fun!

A great time was had by all!  It started off Friday night around the Camp Fire with the appearance of Mr. Dempsey (Santa-Claus) sharing stories, not to be out down by the S’Mores.

Saturday morning after a great campers breakfast it was off to the Rifle Range.  Each camper had an opportunity to fire the 22 Cal Rifle/Pistol and the 410/12 GA Shotgun.  We determined that the campers were even better than the Hunt Master (Clayton) himself, after noticing that the bulls eye was hit several times.

Saturday Afternoon was spent Go-Carting.  I could not determine based upon real life experiences, if more fun was had at the Rifle Range or the Go-Cart track?  Alex from Little Elm proved to herself that she could drive as long as the vehicle was modified with hand controls.

Sunday morning time was spent at the pond fishing, after being transported by a hayrack.  Fish were caught and once again a great time.

Cathy Smith and her kitchen staff need to be commended on the awsome meals that were prepared.  CLICK HERE to see more photos from the event.

Randy Smith

Rise Adventures Camp Sponsor & Host

TEAM RISE participated in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade held in Dallas on Saturday, March 13, 2010.

Dressed in green and RISE apparel, RISE Adventures participants pushed, pedaled, walked, and road on the float pulled by the magic bus down the road of the St. Patrick’s parade in Dallas.  The streets were packed with thousands of festive party goers and spectators on a beautiful Saturday morning.  Everyone was draped with colorful beads and bright smiles.  Team RISE quad rugby players bashed it up for the crowd and they would yell “do it again!” every time.  It was a blast, I couldn’t believe how enthusiastic the crowd was, we felt like rock stars!

The RISE Adventures bus pulled a float decorated and sponsored by Dallas Home Renovations while  RISE volunteers and participants threw candy, beads and t-shirts to the cheering crowd.  The 31st annual event on Greenville Avenue drew about 80,000, according to the Dallas Morning News. This was a great event and everyone had a blast, if you missed out be sure to attend next year.  CLICK HERE to see more photos of the parade.  CLICK HERE to see the blog on the Dallas Morning News.

RISE Children’s Camping

I would like to say THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!! We attended the first, ever, Camp Rise Adventure. And what an adventure it was!!! My daughter had an awesome time.

Friday, she ate and played until I was worn out.

Saturday, we were awakened to the wonderful smell of breakfast. After that, off to the shooting range. She shot a gun for the first time. And, she hit her target in archery. She swam like a fish that evening in the pool. She would have stayed there all night, if I had allowed her to. Then……SMORES!!! You heard me, smores. They were yummy. It was her first time ever trying them.

Sunday morning, she showed the boys how to fish. She is a fishing queen.

She experienced a lot of firsts, which included shooting, archery, sling-shot, smores, sleeping in a tent. She also met some new friends.

To all of the people who helped make this camping trip a success, many thanks. You have left a memory in my family’s life, which will never be forgotten. We had an amazing experience. She asked on the way home, when are we going camping AGAIN. Thanks for making a difference in a young girl’s life, and showing her that she may have physical challenges, but she can do anything!!!

Camp RISE Adventures opens Friday May 15th

This is a real life camping in the experience, outdoors in tents, to teach children how to camp on their own. This inaugural camp is booked but there are still openings for additional dates so make your reservations now.

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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, it’s going to be an incredible summer of outdoor fun at Camp RISE! I (Mike), TEAM RISE participant, thank you warmly!