OCALA – October 5-6, 2012
SportsAbility is the premier event of the Florida Disabled Outdoors Association (FDOA). This event is about enhancing the lives of people with disabilities by promoting active living. SportsAbility provides first hand access to resources and demonstrations of activities designed to encourage participation regardless of age or ability level.
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People who attend SportsAbility learn about the value of recreation and active leisure for everyone – especially people with disabilities. People discover the latest in equipment, trends, and resources.
This event provides an opportunity for people to network with people with disabilities, resource providers, and community organizations. There is NO CHARGE to participants thanks to our generous sponsors.
RESOURCE EXPO AND INDOOR ACTIVITIES – FREE
Friday, October 5, 2012: 10 am – 3 pm
Attendees are encouraged and welcome to learn about new products and try fun activities!
EXPO
Informational booths on the latest in products, active leisure programs and services for people with disabilities HANDS-ON ACTIVE LEISURE OPPORTUNITIES, such as:
- Adaptive Golf

- Tennis
- Basketball
- Martial Arts
- Laser Target Shooting
- Mobile Recreation Unit
- Therapeutic Horseback Riding
- Interactive Fishing Simulator
- Disc Golf
- Swimming
- SCUBA for People with Disabilities
- Bocce
Pool Party!
3:00 PM — 5:00 PM
Swimming, Music, Snacks and Drinks
Swimming, Music, Snacks and Drinks
OUTDOORS DAY – FREE
Saturday, October 6, 2012: 10 am – 3 pm
Carney Island Recreation & Conservation Area
13275 SE 115th Avenue, Ocklawaha
13275 SE 115th Avenue, Ocklawaha
Free shuttle from Ed Croskey Center to Carney Island.to Carney Island
Pickup: 9:00 & 10:00 AM / Return: 3:00 & 4:00 PM
The OUTDOOR day provides the opportunity for people to try outdoor activities, such as:
- Ponto
on Boat Rides - Sit-Waterskiing
- Sailing
- Kayaking
- Fishing
- Hand-Pedaled Biking
- Archery
- Target Shooting
- Nature Trail Rides
- Swimming
- Disc Golf
- Bocce
- Music
- Lunch Provided at no charge
SPORTSABILITY is much more than fun. It is a wonderful occasion to help educate the public about the importance of physical activity and about recreational opportunities while also providing valuable information of other important community resources available to people, including those with disabilities.




