Young people are invited to practice a variety of athletic and recreational activities June 13-16 at the 20th annual Idaho Youth Wheelchair Camp in Boise.

At this unique camp, youth age 6-21 who use a wheelchair or other assistive device can participate in basketball, tennis, track and field, archery, swimming and other activities.

"Surrounded by their peers, the athletes work with coaches who not only teach, but also provide inspiration as positive role models as athletes of wheelchair sports themselves," says Emily Kovarik of Boise Parks & Recreation’s adapted recreation program.

The camp is coordinated staff from Boise Parks & Recreation and the Idaho Elks Rehabilitation Hospital.Camp is based at Fort Boise Community Center, 700 Robbins Road, near Fort and Reserve streets northeast of downtown Boise.

Maximum enrollment is 36 campers. Cost is $65 for those who register by May 18; late registration fees are $75.

For more information about the Idaho Youth Wheelchair Sports Camp, please contact Emily Kovarik, recreation coordinator, at 384-4486 or by email, at ekovarik@cityofboise.org.

Media contacts:
Emily Kovarik, AdVenture Program Director, 384-4486
Amy Stahl, Community Relations, 384-4060 ext. 304

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