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Adopt A ParkVolunteer Corner - Adults With DisabilitiesHelp keep our community clean and beautiful. Project Explore has adopted Valley Middle Park on the northern border of Valley Middle School. We'll meet to pick up litter. Tools are provided, bring work gloves if you'd like and dress for the weather.Project Explore Summer 2026 -
Book Club - "Because of Winn-Dixie"Online Classes-Adults with DisabilitiesHave you ever met someone who changed your day by just showing up? Because of Winn-Dixie is a heartwarming story about friendship, kindness, and finding connection in unexpected places. Follow Opal and her dog Winn-Dixie as they meet new people, share stories, and build a community together. No pressure to read on your own- just come to listen, chat, and have fun! A Zoom link will be sent by email each morning of Book Club. Please confirm that the Project Explore office has your most current email address.Project Explore Summer 2026 -
Coffee & ChatOut and About - Adults with DisabilitiesGet together with friends over coffee and catch up on summer happenings and plans. We'll meet at McDonald's in Apple Valley to start off the day! Remember to bring money for coffee!Project Explore Summer 2026 -
WaitlistDIY Rock 'n' Roll Ice CreamScience - Adults with DisabilitiesWith a couple coffee cans and a few ingredients turn a liquid solution into a cold creamy ice cream dessert. Fun chemistry for a summer day. Bring your own winter gloves for rocking ’n’ rolling as the cans will get frosty cold!Project Explore Summer 2026 -
Disc GolfSports - Adults With DisabilitiesEnjoy a fun day outdoors playing disc golf at Alimagnet Park! This 12-hole course offers a mix of open and wooded holes, great for all skill levels. Some areas of the course include uneven and natural terrain. Please bring a water bottle and comfortable walking shoes. Discs will be provided if needed.Project Explore Summer 2026 -
Donation to Project ExploreAdults with Disabilities (River Valley Project Explore)Support Project Explore by making a donation today. Your gift helps provide fun, meaningful, and inclusive activities for adults with disabilities in our community.Project Explore Summer 2026 -
Feed My Starving ChildrenVolunteer Corner - Adults With DisabilitiesCome join us and make a big difference in the lives of children around the world! We will help pack food and label bags at Feed My Starving Children to feed children around the world. At the end of our session we will find out exactly how many meals we produce to eliminate hunger in the world. Please leave your jewelry at home so no loose items end up in the food.Project Explore Summer 2026 -
Hanging Flower ArtCrafts - Adults With DisabilitiesJoin us and create a charming everlasting bouquet for your living space. You will learn how to twist, bend, and shape colorful pipe cleaners into flowers and them turn them into a beautiful wall hanging.Project Explore Summer 2026 -
Hike Jensen LakeHealth and Wellness - Adults With DisabilitiesHave fun hiking on the rolling hills and wooded trails around Jensen Lake in Lebanon Hills Regional Park. The trail is about two miles long and unpaved. Meet at the picnic pavilion.Project Explore Summer 2026 -
WaitlistLake Minnetonka Boat CruiseOut On The Town - Adults With DisabilitiesJoin us for a private cruise on Lake Minnetonka with friends. Lady of the Lake, a beautiful historic sternwheeler boat will take us all around the lake to explore beautiful shorelines, bay, inlets and harbors. There are three levels to the boat so you can be fully inside or completely uncovered, up top on the deck. Dinner is provided and includes a sandwich, salad, jumbo cookie and a beverage. Gluten free option is available. Your registration includes the boat ride, your meal and drink. The boat does have four stairs to navigate getting on and off the boat but is otherwise accessible. Caregivers need to register and pay for this cruise. Registration must be received by August 5th or until the boat is full.Project Explore Summer 2026 -
Lunch BunchOut and About - Adults with DisabilitiesLet's meet for lunch and some socializing! It's a great time to enjoy lunch, see old friends and make some new friends. If you're available we hope you can join us! Remember to bring money for your meal.Project Explore Summer 2026 -
MN TwinsOut On The Town - Adults With DisabilitiesCalling all Twins fans! Hop on board the bus to Minneapolis and help us cheer on the hometown team as they take on the Colorado Rockies in June, Oakland A's in July and the Chicago White Sox in August. These are all Sunday afternoon games starting at 1:10pm. These are very popular events, so get your registrations in early. Limited wheelchair seating is available. The tickets are in the Legend's Landing section. Limitless food & beverage is INCLUDED at every game! Simply present your ticket at the concession stand located behind the Legends Landing to receive unlimited ballpark fare, including hot dogs, burgers, chicken tenders, popcorn, ice cream, pop, water, juice and milk. We must receive your registration and payments by June 4th for the June 28th game and July 1st for the July 26th game and August 6th for the August 30th game, or until the tickets have sold out. Caregivers need to register and pay for each game ticket. Transportation is provided for these games. Buses depart from Valley Middle School.Project Explore Summer 2026 -
Mini-Golf TournamentSports - Adults With DisabilitiesJoin your friends for a fun day of mini-golf at King Park. You will be paired with another player for a round of nine holes. Following mini-golf there will be a hot dog lunch including chips, fresh fruit and dessert. There will be giveaways and a raffle! This event is hosted by the Lakeville Lions Club. Please arrive at 10:45 am so teams can be organized.Project Explore Summer 2026 -
Mini-Golf at King ParkSports - Adults With DisabilitiesJoin your friends for some fun outdoors playing mini-golf at the fully accessible nine-hole course at King Park in Lakeville. It is adjacent to a fully accessible playground area, so before or after you play you can enjoy the playground or walking trails. There is a picnic shelter at the park. Golf putters and golf balls provided. There will be a concession stand open, so bring money if you'd like to purchase a hot dog, snack, beverage or ice cream.Project Explore Summer 2026 -
Pool PartyEntertainment - Adults With DisabilitiesReady to cool off on a hot summer night? Join us for a fun pool party at the newly renovated Redwood Pool in Apple Valley! Swim and enjoy time in the water from :00–:00 pm. Please bring a towel, and feel free to bring swim goggles if you’d like. Free water bottles will be available to help everyone stay hydrated. There is no fee for caregivers. Come make a splash and celebrate summer with us!Project Explore Summer 2026 -
WaitlistRivertown Pontoon ExcursionOut On The Town - Adults With DisabilitiesCome spend the morning on a pontoon boat for a two hour cruise on the beautiful St. Croix and Mississippi rivers. You will see the peaceful scenery around the river along with various wildlife. Lifejackets and complimentary water bottles will be provided. Dress for the weather; it can be cooler on the water so make sure to have a jacket, sweatshirt or sweater! The captain and crew will meet you at 10am and assist in getting you a lifejacket before you board the boat. Then the boat will depart the Prescott dock and return at 12:00pm. The boat is wheelchair accessible. Meet at the Miss-Croix Marina in Prescott, Wisconsin. Transportation is not provided for this activity. The pontoon can accomodate 10 passengers total. Caregivers must register!Project Explore Summer 2026 -
S'mores and MoreEntertainment - Adults With DisabilitiesJoin us for a summer bonfire at Empire Lake Shelter in Whitetail Woods Regional Park! We’ll start with a fun, campfire-inspired craft project. Afterwards, we’ll gather around the fire for gooey s’mores. Enjoy the fresh air, spend time with friends, and soak in the fun of a classic campfire evening. This park is wheelchair accessible, offers great views, and has many walking trails to explore.Project Explore Summer 2026 -
Stroll and Roll Centennial LakesHealth and Wellness - Adults With DisabilitiesThe paved loop around Centennial Lakes Park is about 1.5 miles total. It’s mostly flat and wheelchair friendly. We will meet at Hughes Pavilion.Project Explore Summer 2026 -
Stroll and Roll Sunset PondHealth and Wellness - Adults With DisabilitiesThe paved loop around the pond is about 1.75 miles total. It’s mostly flat and wheelchair friendly. If the parking lot is full, please park next door in the office parking lot. We will meet in the parking lot.Project Explore Summer 2026 -
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Stroll and Roll Valley Lake ParkHealth and Wellness - Adults With DisabilitiesThe paved trail loop around the lake is about 1 mile total. It’s mostly flat (there may be some small hills) and wheelchair friendly. We will meet on the grass near the parking lot.Project Explore Summer 2026