An interview with Kamisha
Kamisha went on a recent backpacking trip with the Leaders-In-Training program. In an interview with Waypoint staff, Julia, this is what she had to say about her experience: Q: How…
Thomas’ first time in the woods
A young man on a Somerville Public Schools hiking program experienced his first time in the woods! This group of high-school students has been doing an adventure series with Waypoint…
First Program in North Carolina
We’re excited to share that we’ve been hiking in Chimney Rocks State Park in North Carolina! Yes, we’re thrilled to announce the success of the first program in NC! The Open…
Waypoint Partnership with Charles River Recreation
We’re grateful for our partnership with Charles River Recreation! CRR houses the outdoor recreation companies Paddle Boston and Weston Ski Track. For many years we’ve been using Paddle Boston sites…
“Friendship Home” Completes Leadership Series – one participant reflects on her experience
Kelley just finished participating in our 7-month long leadership training course (Leaders-In-Training) alongside her friends at Friendship Home. In the speech she gave at graduation, she reflected: “I joined the…
Congratulations Volunteers!
It has been an INCREDIBLE year of volunteering so far! Our Volunteer Appreciation Night is held at the end of every summer and these four individuals won some pretty prestigious…
Waypoint on Wheels 2023
Have you ever wanted to test out gear to see if it fits your needs? Have you ever wondered what the best off-road wheelchair or adaptive bike setup works for…
Where do Waypoint participants come from?
We mapped the data, and as of 2022, our participants are living here. Check out the interactive map below:
Q and A with our staff
Our program team answer questions for an Ask the Expert article on why it's important to include people with disabilities in adventure learning.
Chris is back on a bike after 15 years
Chris's mom, Shiei, shared that Chris has not been on a bike in over 15 years. In fact, "he wouldn't get on an elephant at a circus after we waited…