Adventures with Jacob's Chance
Join your Friends for Inclusive Adventures
We partner with other organizations to adapt adventure activities so that anyone can participate! From rock climbing, to skiing, to fishing, surfing, and rafting, we ensure all adventurous spirits are able to access each opportunity and challenge themselves to reach new heights, regardless of their diagnosis.
Program full? Contact us at programs@jacobschance.org
to be placed on our wait list!
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July Fishing
Registration open through July 13th (or until at capacity)
Location: Dorey Park
(2999 Darbytown Rd, Henrico, VA 23231)
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Date: Monday, July 21st
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Time: 11:30​-1:00pm
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Ages: 5-40
Cost: $10 ​​
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Partial and full financial assistance is always available
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Fishing
with Beyond Boundaries
Join Jacob's Chance, Beyond Boundaries, and our awesome volunteers for a morning of fishing. We'll learn about the different types of fish we'll catch, and see if we can identify each one!
Kayaking
with Beyond Boundaries
Join Jacob's Chance, Beyond Boundaries, and our awesome volunteers for a day of kayaking! We'll spend the day on the water and use adaptive equipment that allows friends of all abilities to paddle! All equipment including personal flotation devices (PFDs) will be provided for participants!
Caregivers of participants under 13 years old are required to stay on-site for the duration of the program. We will not be able to provide any equipment to caregivers, though they are welcome to join us on the water with their own gear, or stay on shore! Personal flotation devices (PFDs) are required.
Kayaking
Registration open through August 5th (or until at capacity)
Location: Deep Bottom Park
(9525 Deep Bottom Rd, Henrico, VA 23231)
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Date: Thursday, August 14th
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Times:
10-12p
1-3p
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Ages: 8-40
Cost: $20 ​​
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Partial and full financial assistance is always available
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Indoor Rock Climbing
Registration open through August 3rd (or until at capacity)
Location: Peak Experiences RVA
(1375 Overbrook Road Richmond, VA 23220)
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Date: Tuesday, August 12th
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Time: 10-12pm
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Ages: 5-40
Cost: $15​​
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Partial and full financial assistance is always available
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Indoor Rock Climbing
with Beyond Boundaries
With the help of friends at Beyond Boundaries and Peak Experiences, we utilize adaptive equipment that allows all ages and abilities to climb! This adventure is designed for people of all abilities to challenge themselves, build confidence, and enjoy a day of fun in a supportive and inclusive environment. Whether you're a seasoned climber or trying it for the first time, this event is perfect for all skill levels. Come climb with us and experience the thrill of reaching new heights!
Inclusion Camp
with Beyond Boundaries & Servant Partners
Join Jacob's Chance, Beyond Boundaries, and Servant Partners for a one-week inclusive camp as we explore the great outdoors!
Campers from Jacob's Chance and Servant Partners (a nonprofit serving young men from urban communities in RVA) will participate together in a different adventure each day, facilitated by our awesome friends at Beyond Boundaries! Each day will consist of the daily adventure, followed by time for lunch that campers will bring on their own each day. We can't wait to adventure with you!
Inclusion Camp
Registration open through July 20th (or until at capacity)
​​​Dates: Monday, August 4th - Friday, August 8th​​
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Time: 10-1pm
*Friday's Rafting Trip will start at 8:45am*
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Locations:
8/4: Archery & Pontoon Boat at Osbourne Landing
8/5: Fishing at Deep Run Park
8/6: Flatwater Kayaking/SUPPing at Deep Bottom Park
8/7: Indoor Climbing at Peak Experiences RVA
8/8: Whitewater Rafting at RVA Paddlesports *8:45am start
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Ages: 13-40
Cost: $100​​
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Partial and full financial assistance is always available
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Wave Riders Surf Camp
Registration open through July 17th (or until at capacity)
Location: 57th Street Beachfront - Wyndham Virginia Beach
(5700 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451)
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Dates:
Saturday, July 19th
Saturday, August 9th
We ask families to only register for one date to allow other participants the opportunity to go surfing with us.
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Time: 11-3pm
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Ages: 5-40
Cost: $40​​
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Partial and full financial assistance is always available
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Wave Riders Surf Camp
with WRV Surf Shop
Wave Riders Surf Camps with Jacob's Chance offers two opportunities this summer to give youth and young adults with developmental, intellectual, physical, and/or complex disabilities the chance to surf with qualified instructors. Thanks to WRV Surf Shop for leading our camps!
Our time on the beach will be filled with surfing and family fun! Jacob's Chance will be providing a pizza party on the beach during and after surfing. Unfortunately, no gluten-free option will be provided. Families are expected to pack their own coolers with drinks and other snacks. This is not a drop off event. Parent/guardians are expected to stay the entirety of surf camp.
We can't wait to surf with you!
Whitewater Rafting
with Beyond Boundaries & RVA Paddlesports
Enjoy the rapids, breathtaking scenery, and the famous Richmond skyline all in one trip! The Lower James River has something for everyone and is home to America's only urban Class IV rapids. There's no better way to experience the River City!
We can't wait to raft with you!
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Space very limited - guardians encouraged to drop off! If a guardian decides to attend, they will be responsible for their portion of the registration fee.
Whitewater Rafting
Registration open through June 5th (or until at capacity)
Location: RVA Paddlesports
(1511 Brook Rd, Richmond, VA 23220)
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Dates:
Friday, June 13th FULL
Friday, July 25th FULL
We ask families to only register for one date to allow other participants the opportunity to go rafting with us.
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Time: 8:45​-12:30pm
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Ages: 8-40
Possible minimum weight restrictions may apply. Participants under 13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Cost: $65 ​​
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Partial and full financial assistance is always available
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