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The latest Thompson Okanagan tourism industry news from TOTA, tourism businesses, and communities.
Join TOTA at the CRIS Adaptive Amazing Race August 23-24 to Raise Funds for Improving Accessible Outdoor Recreation in the Okanagan
Community Recreational Initiatives Society is hosting the 3rd annual Adaptive Amazing Race in August. The Adaptive Amazing Race is based on the Amazing Race on Television but CRIS’S version utilizes a piece of adaptive equipment. CRIS is looking for teams of 4-6 members to compete in this year's race. If you are unable to participate as a team, you can participate as a prize sponsor or as a general fundraiser.
TOTA is raising funds and team members are participating in the race in Kelowna on August 24. Want to get support access to the outdoors for all? Make a donation to support CRIS Adaptive towards their goal of enabling outdoor recreation for all.
Community Recreational Initiatives Society is hosting the 3rd annual Adaptive Amazing Race in August.
The Adaptive Amazing Race is based on the Amazing Race TV series, and involves a piece of adaptive equipment. It is an excellent opportunity if you and your team are looking for a fun team-bonding event. Additionally, it is a great way to contribute to the local community's well-being.
CRIS is looking for teams of 4-6 members to compete in this year's race. If you are unable to participate as a team, you can participate as a prize sponsor or as a general fundraiser.
Dates and Locations:
August 23, 2022: 12 pm-3 pm, Polson Park, Vernon
August 24, 2022: 11 am-2 pm, Mission Creek Park, Kelowna
Funds raised allow CRIS Adaptive to
Maintain and purchase new adaptive equipment
Run programs
Cover membership and trip fees for individuals who need financial support
TOTA Participating in CRIS Adaptive Amazing Race
The Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA) is committed to supporting accessible and inclusive tourism in the region. As a partner and supporter of CRIS Adaptive, TOTA is raising funds and team members are participating in the race in Kelowna on August 24.
Want to get involved? Make a donation to support CRIS Adaptive towards their goal of enabling outdoor recreation for all.
CRIS Adaptive Celebrating 20 Years with Adaptive Amazing Race Fundraising Event
CRIS Adaptive is celebrating their 20th anniversary with a series of Adaptive Amazing Race fundraising events inspired by the Amazing Race TV show, with teams racing through designated courses, completing challenges at various stations.
Several TOTA team members will participate in the Adaptive Amazing Race in Vernon on August 25.
Want to support CRIS Adaptive towards their goal of enabling outdoor recreation for all?
CRIS Adaptive is celebrating their 20th anniversary with a series of Adaptive Amazing Race fundraising events: an internal race for CRIS participants at Mission Creek Park on August 9, a corporate event in Kelowna on August, and a second corporate event in Vernon on August 25.
The Adaptive Amazing Race fundraiser mimics that of the Amazing Race TV show, with teams racing through designated courses, completing challenges at various stations. The challenges will test teamwork and problem solving skills, in addition to physical, intellectual, and sensory abilities. Challenges will require the use of CRIS’ adaptive equipment throughout the race!
This is the second annual CRIS Adaptive Amazing Race, bringing in donations to help CRIS Adaptive continue to break down barriers and increase accessibility to outdoor sport and recreation.
The goal this years is to raise $20,000 to help fund programs that ensure every child, youth, adult, and senior of all abilities has the opportunity to #GetOutside.
TOTA Enters CRIS Adaptive Amazing Race
The Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA) is committed to supporting accessible and inclusive tourism in the region. As a partner and supporter of CRIS Adaptive, TOTA is raising funds to help CRIS maintain equipment, purchase new equipment, and break down barriers to outdoor sport and recreation.
Several team members will participate in the Adaptive Amazing Race in Vernon on August 25.
Want to get involved? Make a donation to support CRIS Adaptive towards their goal of enabling outdoor recreation for all.
About CRIS
The Community Recreational Initiatives Society (CRIS), is a unique and powerful local nonprofit organization serving the Okanagan year round. Founded in 2001, CRIS is largely fuelled by a team of dedicated volunteers all with a commitment to the well-being of the local community. CRIS offers experiential trips that enable all people, regardless of ability, to participate in outdoor activities. Utilizing a variety of adaptive equipment to assist people with disabilities, programs are suited to everyone - from the beginner explorer to the seasoned wilderness enthusiast.