With Disability Awareness Month upon us, Georgia’s State Parks & Historic Sites are shining a spotlight on their commitment to inclusivity and accessibility for visitors of all abilities.
With the recent addition of the use of all-terrain wheelchairs at 11 state parks last year, Georgia’s State Parks also provide a number of additional offerings to make it easier for those with disabilities to get outdoors and reconnect with nature and history, explore nature trails, go fishing and attend adaptive hunts.
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