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Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation - City of Round Rock  

Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation (AIR) provides advocacy and inclusion support for individuals with disabilities to enjoy recreation activities as well as specialist therapeutic programs. Opportunities for youth, teens, and adults to acquire skills that enable them to participate in leisure experiences and enhance their involvement in community programs. 

The Arc of the Capital Area- Art & Education Program

*2026 Destination...Life Presenter/Exhibitor

The Arc of the Capital Area is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering Central Texans with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families by offering a variety of programs and services, such as our Art & Education Day Program, Adult Case Management, CLASS Case Management, Employment Services, Guardianship Programs, Family & Juvenile Transition Services, and more.

Art Spark Texas

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

Art Spark Texas provides opportunities for artists with disabilities to join an inclusive community. We offer programs in all artistic disciplines – visual art, new media, performance, dance, and writing. We support artists at any stage of development, from amateurs using art as a hobby to accomplished artists. 

You Tube Video  

ASD Social Night

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

In the heart of downtown Round Rock, every Friday at the A. Baca Center, there's a weekly meet-up group that's like no other, and 100% parent-powered. We're dedicated to creating a fun Friday night out with friends for Autistic teens and young adults.

We play games, watch the occasional movie, and we hit the town every six weeks for some community adventures. It's the great Friday hangout, all about having fun and making new friends.

Austin-Parks and Recreation

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

Austin Parks and Recreation is proud to offer Therapeutic Recreation Services to provide safe, accessible, fun and supportive recreation environments for all persons no matter their abilities. PARD’s Therapeutic Recreation Services include both adaptive and inclusive programs which are facilitated and supported by Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists.

Beloved and Beyond Summer Camp 

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

Beloved  And beyond is a camp for children and adults with disabilities, along with their siblings. It’s an overnight camp that allows campers to have an experience that caters to their needs. It’s a Christian camp where we celebrate that God made everyone for a purpose. It is a place to be loved, to be love to others, and to know you are beloved by God!!

Bright Sky Connections

*2026 Destination...Life Presenter/Exhibitor

With social skills training, mentorship, self-regulation strategies, and behavioral supports, we strive to produce positive outcomes for gaining social independence, relieving social anxiety, and the acquisition of coping skills.  We aim to empower, encourage, and support individuals to live a fulfilling and self-determined life free of any restrictions due to social anxiety and emotional challenges.  Mentorship/Life Coaching/Self-Regulation Skills/Social Skill Development/Expected Behavior Training

Camp Blessing Texas

Located in Brenham, Camp Blessing makes an iconic experience–summer camp–available to campers whose challenges prevent their participation elsewhere. We are a residential Christian summer camp offering love, acceptance, and fun for children with special needs all through adulthood. We believe that our campers, regardless of ability level or age, should have all of the fun summer camp has to offer. 

Camp Summit

Providing a residential camping experience for people with disabilities since 1947. Camp Summit is a one-of-a-kind camp for individuals with disabilities where the emphasis is on each camper's abilities rather than their disabilities. Traditional camp activities are adapted to each individual, provided in our barrier-free facilities, and implemented by trained, caring staff. Our campers are grouped by age, providing the opportunity to make friends within peer groups while having fun and experiencing new adventures.

You Tube Video

Candlelight Ranch 

*2026 Destination...Life Presenter/Exhibitor

Outdoor Explorers is a donation based Recreational Therapy group through  Candlelight Ranch. Each week, we meet at local parks, and we focus on social skills, physical activity, and learning about nature. 

Charis Hills Summer Camp

*2026 Destination...Life Presenter/Exhibitor

Charis Hills is a therapeutic recreational camp that serves kids, teens, and young adults with high-functioning autism, ADHD, learning differences, and difficulty connecting with peers. We offer summer camps for ages 7–18, young adult weekends, and family weekends designed to strengthen bonds and create lasting memories. Centered on faith and a deep respect for neurodiversity, our program provides a nurturing environment where campers and families can grow, connect, and thrive. 

Video Link

School Postcard

Why Camp?

City of Round Rock Transit 

Round Rock Transit partners with Capital Metro to provide transit services in Round Rock. The City also provides ADA Paratransit services for those individuals whose disability prevents them from using the regular fixed route, for origin and destinations within the service area.

Clay Madsen Recreation Center

The Round Rock Parks and Recreation Department offers the following events focusing on active participation for children and adults with various disabilities or limitations.  We strive to create equal access to recreation to help enhance an individual’s quality of life.

Down Home Ranch

*2026 Destination...Life Presenter/Exhibitor

At Ranch Camp we have been encouraging youth and adults 13+ with a range of cognitive disabilities to come out to the country and enjoy our little slice of Texas since 1995. We are located 45 minutes east of Austin on Hwy 290.

Enjoy swimming in the 52′ pool, playing basketball, taking hikes, caring for animals or drop a line in the pond to see how quick a fish snatches the hook. It’s everything camp should be – and so much more.

Video Link

Easterseals & Greenleaf Neurodiversity Community Center

Easterseals' Greenleaf Neurodiversity Community Center creates new opportunities for adults with autism and related neurodivergent conditions, so they can reach their potential in the community, in the workplace, and in life. Greenleaf NCC currently offers Social Creativity social and recreational clubs, job skills training programs, and an 18+ transition school in partnership with Austin ISD.

Friends Shine Online

Friends Shine Online is a happy, positive, online community for participants with disabilities 18 years of age and older. We offer 3-hour interactive sessions on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings, for 5-15 participants. Each session includes short presentations on various topics in order to stimulate conversation. See our website: https://friendsshineonline.com 

g3 Games

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor/Presenter

g3 Games is a nonprofit tabletop gaming community dedicated to strengthening communities through play. Guided by the values Gather, Game, Grow, we bring people together through inclusive gaming experiences and launch programs that serve local and public communities.

The Georgetown Palace Theatre

The Georgetown Palace Theatre is a non-profit organization. We celebrate the power of storytelling and our shared human experience with a commitment to artistic excellence, quality education, and community engagement. We believe in theatre for all, and we offer both low-cost adaptive performance classes and free sensory-friendly performances of some of our shows. 

Greenleaf NCC

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

We are a transition school for 18–21-year-olds who are interested in continuing their education, participating in job skill programs, and refining their social skills. Our goal is to have every student employable by the time they leave us, making a livable wage.

Hearts Therapeutic Riding

Hearts Therapeutic Riding provides therapeutic riding for anyone with special needs. Therapeutic riding is known to provide cognitive, physical, and emotional benefits. Only a few of the results can be an increase in self-esteem, confidence, problem-solving, attention span, learning a sequence of tasks, responsibility, and decreased anxiety. Member of the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship, practicing safety standards to provide our riders with a safe and pleasant experience.  Our center is close to 1431 near Cedar Park and offers two riding arenas, a riding trail, and opportunities for riding off of our property. 

Joshua's Stage/Theater Arts & More!

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

Joshua's Stage is an enrichment program for individuals with disabilities featuring Theater Arts & More! Programs, camps, and Individual Enrichment Programs, including activities such as improv, theater arts, arts and crafts, music, dance, create-a-story, and showcase. Participants have the opportunity to showcase their creativity, boost their self-confidence, and develop their social skills in a warm and welcoming environment. 

Joshua's Stage Flyer  

J13 Community

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

J13 Community is committed to creating joyful, purposeful lives for adults with complex special needs and their families through community-based day programs, overnight respite care, and a shared vision for life-long residential support.

Leander ISD Special Programs Parent Advisory Council (LISD SPPAC)

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

The Special Programs Advisory Council (SPPAC) supports families of students with disabilities by collaborating to improve student outcomes, provide resources, and foster community connections. SPPAC members share feedback and help shape initiatives, making a meaningful impact on the LISD Special Programs community.

The Miracle League at Town and Country

We provide a place for any child/young adult with special needs to play baseball; they play with their peers on a specially constructed field where there are no obstacles.  They are able to stay safe and play to the best of their ability. 

Open My World Therapeutic Riding

“A compassionate space where humans and horses connect, fostering healing, growth and well-being”

Peaceable Kingdom-Variety of Texas

Peaceable Kingdom by Variety (PK), our accessible retreat in Killeen, TX, is a beloved haven for thousands of children exploring their self-reliance and mobility each year. Because healing, growth and insight can be found in nature and outdoor adventure, we’ve tailored PK's gorgeous 122-acres to accommodate all campers’ and Central Texas students' needs. At PK, children make new friends, learn new things and make new memories they carry with them forever. 

Partners Resource Network 

Partners Resource Network (PRN) is a federally funded nonprofit serving as the Texas Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center. PRN empowers parents of children with disabilities and youth with disabilities to understand their rights, navigate special education services, and advocate effectively through free training, resources, and regional support across Texas.

R.O.C.K. Ride on Center for Kids

ROCK, Ride On Center for Kids, is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides equine-assisted activities and therapies to children, adults, and veterans with physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges. For more information about riding in the program, please contact kristinw@rockride.org. For more information about volunteer opportunities (age 14+) please contact ROCKateers@rockride.org. 

Special Olympics Texas

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

It is our vision to become the premier provider of Special Olympics training and competition in the world. We approach each endeavor with a single intent - to improve the quality of life for our athletes. The challenges of the future are embraced with enthusiasm and commitment, ensuring that the changing face and needs of our athletes are met.

Texas Lions Camp

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

Located in Kerrville, Texas, Lions Camp provides camping experiences for children with special medical needs at no cost to the parent(s). Due to COVID, TLC is offering one- and two-night stays for families of a special medical needs child. Sessions begin June 7 and continue through July 31. The June dates are for families with a child with physical needs, and the July dates are for families with a Type 1 diabetic child. Family camp includes parents and siblings. For more information and to register online, go to www.lionscamp.com. 

Texas Rowing For All

Texas Rowing For All provides adaptive rowing and paddling programs to people with disabilities in Austin, TX.  TRFA programs consist of adaptive rowing crews, paddle outings, camps, and private lessons. For additional information, visit our website at www.texasrowingforall.org 

The Sensory Club Austin

*2026 Destination...Life Presenter/Exhibitor

TSC Austin is a membership-based club providing individuals with special needs/disabilities a safe and inclusive space to explore their sensory health needs through an open gym and multi-sensory environment room. The club is exclusively for special needs community and their families, open in Cedar Park since Dec 2024.

University of Texas at Austin - EMPOWER Study

The EMPOWER Study at the Texas Center for Disability Studies at UT-Austin seeks to learn more about healthcare transition readiness in youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. We hope to develop and provide resources and supports to individuals and families navigating healthcare transition.

Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation - City of Round Rock  

Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation (AIR) provides advocacy and inclusion support for individuals with disabilities to enjoy recreation activities as well as specialist therapeutic programs. Opportunities for youth, teens, and adults to acquire skills that enable them to participate in leisure experiences and enhance their involvement in community programs. 

The Arc of the Capital Area- Art & Education Program

*2026 Destination...Life Presenter/Exhibitor

The Arc of the Capital Area is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering Central Texans with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families by offering a variety of programs and services, such as our Art & Education Day Program, Adult Case Management, CLASS Case Management, Employment Services, Guardianship Programs, Family & Juvenile Transition Services, and more.

Art Spark Texas

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

Art Spark Texas provides opportunities for artists with disabilities to join an inclusive community. We offer programs in all artistic disciplines – visual art, new media, performance, dance, and writing. We support artists at any stage of development, from amateurs using art as a hobby to accomplished artists. 

You Tube Video  

ASD Social Night

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

In the heart of downtown Round Rock, every Friday at the A. Baca Center, there's a weekly meet-up group that's like no other, and 100% parent-powered. We're dedicated to creating a fun Friday night out with friends for Autistic teens and young adults.

We play games, watch the occasional movie, and we hit the town every six weeks for some community adventures. It's the great Friday hangout, all about having fun and making new friends.

Austin-Parks and Recreation

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

Austin Parks and Recreation is proud to offer Therapeutic Recreation Services to provide safe, accessible, fun and supportive recreation environments for all persons no matter their abilities. PARD’s Therapeutic Recreation Services include both adaptive and inclusive programs which are facilitated and supported by Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists.

Beloved and Beyond Summer Camp 

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

Beloved  And beyond is a camp for children and adults with disabilities, along with their siblings. It’s an overnight camp that allows campers to have an experience that caters to their needs. It’s a Christian camp where we celebrate that God made everyone for a purpose. It is a place to be loved, to be love to others, and to know you are beloved by God!!

Bright Sky Connections

*2026 Destination...Life Presenter/Exhibitor

With social skills training, mentorship, self-regulation strategies, and behavioral supports, we strive to produce positive outcomes for gaining social independence, relieving social anxiety, and the acquisition of coping skills.  We aim to empower, encourage, and support individuals to live a fulfilling and self-determined life free of any restrictions due to social anxiety and emotional challenges.  Mentorship/Life Coaching/Self-Regulation Skills/Social Skill Development/Expected Behavior Training

Camp Blessing Texas

Located in Brenham, Camp Blessing makes an iconic experience–summer camp–available to campers whose challenges prevent their participation elsewhere. We are a residential Christian summer camp offering love, acceptance, and fun for children with special needs all through adulthood. We believe that our campers, regardless of ability level or age, should have all of the fun summer camp has to offer. 

Camp Summit

Providing a residential camping experience for people with disabilities since 1947. Camp Summit is a one-of-a-kind camp for individuals with disabilities where the emphasis is on each camper's abilities rather than their disabilities. Traditional camp activities are adapted to each individual, provided in our barrier-free facilities, and implemented by trained, caring staff. Our campers are grouped by age, providing the opportunity to make friends within peer groups while having fun and experiencing new adventures.

You Tube Video

Charis Hills Summer Camp

*2026 Destination...Life Presenter/Exhibitor

Charis Hills is a therapeutic recreational camp that serves kids, teens, and young adults with high-functioning autism, ADHD, learning differences, and difficulty connecting with peers. We offer summer camps for ages 7–18, young adult weekends, and family weekends designed to strengthen bonds and create lasting memories. Centered on faith and a deep respect for neurodiversity, our program provides a nurturing environment where campers and families can grow, connect, and thrive. 

Video Link

School Postcard

Why Camp?

City of Round Rock Transit 

Round Rock Transit partners with Capital Metro to provide transit services in Round Rock. The City also provides ADA Paratransit services for those individuals whose disability prevents them from using the regular fixed route, for origin and destinations within the service area.

Clay Madsen Recreation Center

The Round Rock Parks and Recreation Department offers the following events focusing on active participation for children and adults with various disabilities or limitations.  We strive to create equal access to recreation to help enhance an individual’s quality of life.

Down Home Ranch

*2026 Destination...Life Presenter/Exhibitor

At Ranch Camp we have been encouraging youth and adults 13+ with a range of cognitive disabilities to come out to the country and enjoy our little slice of Texas since 1995. We are located 45 minutes east of Austin on Hwy 290.

Enjoy swimming in the 52′ pool, playing basketball, taking hikes, caring for animals or drop a line in the pond to see how quick a fish snatches the hook. It’s everything camp should be – and so much more.

Video Link

Easterseals & Greenleaf Neurodiversity Community Center

Easterseals' Greenleaf Neurodiversity Community Center creates new opportunities for adults with autism and related neurodivergent conditions, so they can reach their potential in the community, in the workplace, and in life. Greenleaf NCC currently offers Social Creativity social and recreational clubs, job skills training programs, and an 18+ transition school in partnership with Austin ISD.

Friends Shine Online

Friends Shine Online is a happy, positive, online community for participants with disabilities 18 years of age and older. We offer 3-hour interactive sessions on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings, for 5-15 participants. Each session includes short presentations on various topics in order to stimulate conversation. See our website: https://friendsshineonline.com 

g3 Games

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor/Presenter

g3 Games is a nonprofit tabletop gaming community dedicated to strengthening communities through play. Guided by the values Gather, Game, Grow, we bring people together through inclusive gaming experiences and launch programs that serve local and public communities.

The Georgetown Palace Theatre

The Georgetown Palace Theatre is a non-profit organization. We celebrate the power of storytelling and our shared human experience with a commitment to artistic excellence, quality education, and community engagement. We believe in theatre for all, and we offer both low-cost adaptive performance classes and free sensory-friendly performances of some of our shows. 

Greenleaf NCC

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

We are a transition school for 18–21-year-olds who are interested in continuing their education, participating in job skill programs, and refining their social skills. Our goal is to have every student employable by the time they leave us, making a livable wage.

Hearts Therapeutic Riding

Hearts Therapeutic Riding provides therapeutic riding for anyone with special needs. Therapeutic riding is known to provide cognitive, physical, and emotional benefits. Only a few of the results can be an increase in self-esteem, confidence, problem-solving, attention span, learning a sequence of tasks, responsibility, and decreased anxiety. Member of the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship, practicing safety standards to provide our riders with a safe and pleasant experience.  Our center is close to 1431 near Cedar Park and offers two riding arenas, a riding trail, and opportunities for riding off of our property. 

Joshua's Stage/Theater Arts & More!

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

Joshua's Stage is an enrichment program for individuals with disabilities featuring Theater Arts & More! Programs, camps, and Individual Enrichment Programs, including activities such as improv, theater arts, arts and crafts, music, dance, create-a-story, and showcase. Participants have the opportunity to showcase their creativity, boost their self-confidence, and develop their social skills in a warm and welcoming environment. 

Joshua's Stage Flyer  

J13 Community

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

J13 Community is committed to creating joyful, purposeful lives for adults with complex special needs and their families through community-based day programs, overnight respite care, and a shared vision for life-long residential support.

Leander ISD Special Programs Parent Advisory Council (LISD SPPAC)

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

The Special Programs Advisory Council (SPPAC) supports families of students with disabilities by collaborating to improve student outcomes, provide resources, and foster community connections. SPPAC members share feedback and help shape initiatives, making a meaningful impact on the LISD Special Programs community.

The Miracle League at Town and Country

We provide a place for any child/young adult with special needs to play baseball; they play with their peers on a specially constructed field where there are no obstacles.  They are able to stay safe and play to the best of their ability. 

Open My World Therapeutic Riding

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

“A compassionate space where humans and horses connect, fostering healing, growth and well-being”

Partners Resource Network 

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor/Presenter

Partners Resource Network (PRN) is a federally funded nonprofit serving as Texas Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center. PRN empowers parents of children with disabilities and youth with disabilities to understand their rights, navigate special education services, and advocate effectively through free training, resources, and regional support across Texas.

Peaceable Kingdom-Variety of Texas

Peaceable Kingdom by Variety (PK), our accessible retreat in Killeen, TX, is a beloved haven for thousands of children exploring their self-reliance and mobility each year. Because healing, growth and insight can be found in nature and outdoor adventure, we’ve tailored PK's gorgeous 122-acres to accommodate all campers’ and Central Texas students' needs. At PK, children make new friends, learn new things and make new memories they carry with them forever. 

R.O.C.K. Ride on Center for Kids

ROCK, Ride On Center for Kids, is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides equine-assisted activities and therapies to children, adults, and veterans with physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges. For more information about riding in the program, please contact kristinw@rockride.org. For more information about volunteer opportunities (age 14+) please contact ROCKateers@rockride.org. 

Special Olympics Texas

*2026 Destination...Life Exhibitor

It is our vision to become the premier provider of Special Olympics training and competition in the world. We approach each endeavor with a single intent - to improve the quality of life for our athletes. The challenges of the future are embraced with enthusiasm and commitment, ensuring that the changing face and needs of our athletes are met.

Texas Lions Camp

*2026 Destination...Life Presenter/Exhibitor

Located in Kerrville, Texas Lions Camp provides camping experiences for children with special medical needs at no cost to the parent(s). Due to COVID, TLC is offering one- and two-night stays for families of a special medical needs child. Sessions begin June 7 and continue through July 31. The June dates are for families with a child with physical needs, and the July dates are for families with a Type 1 diabetic child. Family camp includes parents and siblings. For more information and to register online, go to www.lionscamp.com. 

Texas Rowing For All

Texas Rowing For All provides adaptive rowing and paddling programs to people with disabilities in Austin, TX.  TRFA programs consist of adaptive rowing crews, paddle outings, camps, and private lessons. For additional information visit our website at www.texasrowingforall.org 

The Sensory Club Austin

*2026 Destination...Life Presenter/Exhibitor

The Sensory Club Austin is a membership-based, sensory-inclusive indoor play and socialization space supporting individuals of all ages with disabilities and special needs. It provides a safe, structured environment for sensory exploration, emotional regulation, confidence-building, and meaningful social connections, complementing clinical therapy through accessible, play-based support beyond traditional settings.

University of Texas at Austin - EMPOWER Study

Longhorn TIES (Transition, Illuminate, Empower, Succeed) seeks to enhance the student experience for those who identify as neurodivergent (autism, ADHD, etc.) through self-advocacy, connections, and training. Longhorn TIES encompasses one-on-one student support through TIESplus and drop-in coaching services, NDatUT campus-wide programs and events, presentations and trainings, and more.