Wild Wellness NEPA

Wild Wellness NEPA Our mission is to make outdoor recreation accessible to everyone regardless of age, income or ability

Congratulations to our weekly Wild Women NEPA Festival 2025 ticket winners! 🙌🎉 Michelle Lynn 🎉 Kelsey Bailey🎉 Leanne Mar...
08/17/2025

Congratulations to our weekly Wild Women NEPA Festival 2025 ticket winners! 🙌

🎉 Michelle Lynn
🎉 Kelsey Bailey
🎉 Leanne Marie

We are SO excited to see you at Lazybrook Park on Saturday, August 23rd where there will be over 70 vendors, 40+ inspiring workshops and so many opportunities to connect, recharge, and heal in nature. 🌿

There is still ONE last chance to win tickets! 🎟️ Like, comment & share this post before 11:59 pm on Thursday, August 21st to be entered our final giveaway for 2 tickets to this unforgettable day.

🌿 Wild Women NEPA Festival 2025
🗓 Saturday • August 23 • 10 am – 7 pm
📍 LazyBrook Park • Tunkhannock, PA
🎟 Tickets on sale now: WildWomenNEPA.com

A portion of all Wild Women NEPA Festival 2025 ticket sales will benefit Wild Wellness NEPA and support our mission to m...
08/16/2025

A portion of all Wild Women NEPA Festival 2025 ticket sales will benefit Wild Wellness NEPA and support our mission to make the healing power of nature accessible to everyone, regardless of age, income or ability. 💚

THANK YOU to everyone who helped make the inaugural Accessible Outdoor Day at Kirby Park so special this past weekend! 💚...
08/05/2025

THANK YOU to everyone who helped make the inaugural Accessible Outdoor Day at Kirby Park so special this past weekend! 💚 Whether you were an attendee, vendor, workshop presenter or volunteer your presence helped create a space that was inclusive, joyful, and deeply meaningful for our community.

🌟 Help us make next year even better! If you attended or participated in any way, we’d love your input. Please take a few minutes to fill out our anonymous post-event survey 👉 https://forms.gle/MYVUnHNef21iHLyw7

📸 A huge shoutout to Niki Winters Photography, LLC for beautifully capturing the day! You can view the full photo gallery here ➡️ https://unscriptedphotographers.com/nikiwintersphotography/accessible-day-2025

Let’s keep growing this event with even more intention, accessibility, and connection in the future. 🫶 Thank you for being part of it!

Still soaking it all in… the first Accessible Outdoor Day at Kirby Park was such a beautiful success! 💚We are so immense...
08/03/2025

Still soaking it all in… the first Accessible Outdoor Day at Kirby Park was such a beautiful success! 💚

We are so immensely grateful to everyone who showed up, volunteered, supported, and made this day a reality. From adaptive equipment and fishing to games, art and community nonprofits, it was incredible to see people of all ages and abilities enjoying the outdoors together. 🫶

Huge thanks to The Luzerne Foundation for making this event possible. Your generous support helped bring this vision to life - a day with no barriers, just connection, nature, and joy ☀️

Can’t wait to start planning for next year!

🌿 The vendor and activity map for Accessible Outdoor Day at Kirby Park is here! Get a sneak peek at where to find inclus...
08/01/2025

🌿 The vendor and activity map for Accessible Outdoor Day at Kirby Park is here! Get a sneak peek at where to find inclusive activities, resource tables, food, sensory zones, and more across beautiful Kirby Park.

Kirby Park was chosen for the event to showcase how public spaces are being designed with all individuals in mind. With accessible bathrooms, paved paths, ample parking, and wide open green space, the park plays a huge role in creating a welcoming and comfortable environment for all. There is even an accessible fishing dock!

Plan your visit, explore what’s in store, and get ready for a day designed with care for every guest!

🌿 A big thank you to NE Occasion Tent Rental LLC for generously providing tents and chairs for Accessible Outdoor Day at...
07/31/2025

🌿 A big thank you to NE Occasion Tent Rental LLC for generously providing tents and chairs for Accessible Outdoor Day at Kirby Park. Their support helps create a more comfortable experience for everyone attending.

Having shaded seating areas throughout the park isn’t just a convenience; it’s an important part of making the event accessible! From resting spots for those with mobility needs to cooling spaces for sensory breaks, these tents and chairs help ensure all guests can enjoy the day fully and safely. We’re so grateful for their partnership in making this event truly welcoming for all!💚

Did you see us on WNEP-TV this morning? 🎥 Wild Wellness NEPA was live with Nikki Krize WNEP to talk about Accessible Out...
07/30/2025

Did you see us on WNEP-TV this morning? 🎥 Wild Wellness NEPA was live with Nikki Krize WNEP to talk about Accessible Outdoor Day at Kirby Park happening this Saturday, August 2 from 11am–3pm. We're so excited to welcome the community for this FREE, all-ages, all-abilities event that has been made possible by The Luzerne Foundation. 💚

Thank you to all the wonderful women who came out early this morning to help spread the word and for everyone who is helping make this day a success:
🚑 Hope from BAYADA Home Health Care who will be on hand at the First Aid Station
🍄 Dannielle from Connected Fungirl Wellness who will be leading us on a Mushroom Identification Hike
🌀 Rosalie from Qi with Rosalie who will be offering a Qigong class that can be adapted for every body
💪 Carrie who has been working tirelessly behind the scenes with community outreach and logistics

We’ve put a lot of care and thought into making this event accessible and welcoming for everyone; that's why you’ll also find a sensory area, a cool down zone, allergy-friendly snacks, adaptive equipment, ASL interpreters and more! ☀️

Let’s build community, connect with nature, and create space where everyone belongs. See you Saturday! 🫶

07/30/2025

Did you see Wild Wellness NEPA on PA Live today? 🌿 Our founder, Melissa Roberts, joined the show to share all about Accessible Outdoor Day at Kirby Park, a FREE public event happening this Saturday, August 2nd from 11-3.

A huge thank you to Chris and Rachel for having us on, and to Joe and Mike from Individual Abilities in Motion (I AM) who brought an adaptive bicycle right into the studio to demonstrate the kind of inclusive equipment that will be available on-site Saturday.

Accessible Outdoor Day is about making nature available to everyone — no matter your age or ability. Expect adaptive equipment, outdoor educational programming, sensory zone, nature-based crafts, allergy-friendly food and refreshments, and a whole lot of community connection. 💚

🌿 At Accessible Outdoor Day at Kirby Park, everyone belongs. This event was built for ALL ages and abilities, with activ...
07/28/2025

🌿 At Accessible Outdoor Day at Kirby Park, everyone belongs. This event was built for ALL ages and abilities, with activities, demos, and resources designed to support and celebrate people exactly as they are.

Whether you’re a child discovering fishing for the first time, a teen exploring new interests, an adult reconnecting with nature, or a caregiver looking for inclusive spaces, you’re welcome here! No matter your age, communication style, or mobility level, you’ll find something meaningful.

Here are a few of the incredible organizations helping make that possible:
🎣 Patriots Cove offering adaptive fishing and archery so everyone can take part (Veterans come on out!)
👁 Northeast Sight Services providing resources and support for low-vision individuals
🤟 Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children offering a resource table and on-site interpreters to ensure communication is never a barrier
💚 The Arc of Northeastern Pennsylvania sharing information and support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
🥇 Special Olympics Pennsylvania resource table with inclusive sports and program information

This is what true accessibility looks like: thoughtful, welcoming, and full of possibility! Join us Saturday, August 2, from 11 AM to 3 PM at Kirby Park. Visit wildwellnessnepa.org for more details.

🌿 Accessible Outdoor Day at Kirby Park was created with care, right down to the temperature. We know that heat, crowds, ...
07/27/2025

🌿 Accessible Outdoor Day at Kirby Park was created with care, right down to the temperature. We know that heat, crowds, and sensory overwhelm can make outdoor events difficult for individuals with special needs. That’s why we’ve built in plenty of ways to cool off, reset, and recharge throughout the day. Whether you need a quiet moment or a fun way to beat the heat, we’ve got you covered.

Here are just a few ways you can stay cool and comfortable:
💧 Cooling stations placed throughout the park for shade and relief
🚰 Free, cold water available all day thanks to donations from USHydrations and Tulpehocken Spring Water
🫧Bubble Party with That Foam Party Guy for refreshing fun that’s also sensory-safe
🧘‍♀️ Sensory Zones with hammocks and a calming tent sponsored by the Autism Society Northeastern Pennsylvania

Everyone deserves to enjoy a summer day in the park without discomfort or stress. From cooling off to calming down, these spaces are here to help you feel your best!

Join us Saturday, August 2, from 11 AM to 3 PM at Kirby Park for a truly inclusive outdoor experience. Learn more at wildwellnessnepa.org!

🌿 One of the biggest barriers for individuals with special needs at public events is food. Too often, there are limited ...
07/27/2025

🌿 One of the biggest barriers for individuals with special needs at public events is food. Too often, there are limited options for those with dietary restrictions or health-related needs. At Accessible Outdoor Day at Kirby Park, we’ve taken a different approach.

Every food partner has been chosen with care, making sure what’s offered is safe, inclusive, and meets the diverse needs of our community. From nut-free and gluten-free options to allergy-conscious snacks and hydration, we’ve worked hard to remove the stress from mealtime and make food a joyful part of the day!

Here’s what you’ll find:
☕ Coffee Inclusive offering delicious items for purchase, supporting inclusive employment
🧁 JaM’s Delights offering free allergy-friendly baked goods made with intention and love
🌭 The JumpStart Cart serving hot dogs (free vouchers available!)
🍕 Grotto Pizza in wilkes-barre, pa generously donating fresh, hot pizza for all to enjoy
🥤 Wegmans support is helping us offer free water and snack options throughout the day

These are more than just food vendors. They are partners in inclusion, each with deep ties to the community and a shared commitment to creating welcoming experiences for everyone. You can feel good about what you’re eating and who you’re supporting.

Accessible Outdoor Day is Saturday, August 2 from 11 AM to 3 PM at Kirby Park. Come hungry and leave full of joy! Visit wildwellnessnepa.org for more info!

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34 S River Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA
18702

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