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This mural image was unveiled at a dedication ceremony at Watsonville's Ramsey Park. Shared Adventures is a non-profit that was founded on the belief that recreation, exploration, challenge and access to the outdoors is essential to a heathy and fulfilling life. We are dedicated to improving the lives of those living with mobile and cognitive disabilities. Please Support Shared Adventures with a Donation www.SharedAdventures.org Shared Adventures was established as a non-prof- it organization in 1994 by Foster Andersen, a quadriplegic as a result of a spinal cord injury in 1978 at the age of 17. The non-profit is based in Santa Cruz has provided recreational and social activities for thousands of participants who have disabilities and challenges. The organization depends on the numerous volun- teers to help at events and activities. In 2022, Shared Adventures offered over 250 activities and served around 1000 individuals of all ages and abilities There were 25 different types of activities in- cluding sailing, archery, gardening, bowling, art classes, Day on the Beach, family summer camp and many other favorite activities. In 2022, we had about FIVE HUNDRED VOLUNTEERS partici- pate! Shared Adventures makes every effort to pro- vide activities and adven- tures that will spark joy, promote social interaction, connection within the community, and challenge each person to try new experiences. Our goal is to add recreation and social activities to help create a well-balanced life. Shared Adventures programs are for any age and ability. 2022 was a special year for Shared Adventures as we celebrated 30 years of providing a year-round calendar of events and activities for the disabled community in Santa Cruz County. We continue the work to increase the number of participants in our programs and provide recreation opportunities for free or reduced costs. This year, we will celebrate our 29th Annual "Day at the Beach" at Cowell Beach on July 15th. This big event creates an opportunity for those who might not have the opportunity to participate in ocean sports such as kayaking, outrigger canoeing, scuba diving, water floatation, and beach wheelchair rides. This event brings out the most volunteers. To volunteer for Day on the Beach, Family Camp, help with our garden or art programs, or for any of the activities we produce, please visit the Shared Adventures web site at www.SharedAd- ventures.org. Make a difference, volunteer! Volunteers Making A Difference By Shared Adventures Contributed photo Contributed photo Contributed photo Contributed photo Contributed photo Did you know? Women make up the greatest percentage of volunteers. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says women currently volunteer roughly 6 percent more than men. What types of jobs might volunteers be doing? Fundraising for an event is the most common type of volunteer job in Adobe stock the United States. This is followed by tutoring or teaching; collecting, preparing, distributing or serving food; general labor; professional or management assistance; and coaching, refereeing or supervising sports teams.