Question 1

Will there be accessible parking?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there will be accessible parking close to Black Hill Discovery Center.

Question 2

Will there be ASL interpreters?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there will be ASL interpreters onsite for the event kick-off and as needed throughout the event.

Question 3

I need accommodations. Who can I reach out to?

Accepted Answer

This event was created with accessibility in mind! Amenities include ADA shuttle cart, sensory retreat tent, ASL interpretation, amplified sound and support staff. If you need other accommodations, contact Montgomery Parks's Program Access at programaccess@montgomeryparks.org or 301-495-2581.

Question 4

Is the event free?

Accepted Answer

Yes!

Question 5

Is the location ADA accessible?

Accepted Answer

The main activity areas are accessible. The lakefront includes an accessible kayak launch, dock, and pontoon boat. Some paths to the lake front are hilly and may have uneven terrain. To navigate all areas of the event, Montgomery Parks will provide an accessible shuttle cart to assist participants.

Question 6

A member of my party has sensory sensitivities. Where can they take a break?

Accepted Answer

We will have two sensory retreat tents available at the event to provide quiet spaces to calm down. Volunteers and staff will be on site to direct visitors to these sites and to assist.

Question 7

There aren't any tickets left for the activities I am interested in. Help!

Accepted Answer

We run these activities throughout the year. Check out the Montgomery Parks guide at https://montgomeryparks.org/ for more information.

Question 8

Are there restrooms onsite?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are accessible indoor toilets in the Black Hill Discovery Center and at the bottom of the parking lot on the way to the waterfront. There is also an accessible port-a-john at the waterfront.

Question 9

Is the site MetroAccess accessible?

Accepted Answer

Yes! To see if you are eligible for a MetroAccess ride based on your starting location, please make a reservation using the address of the Black Hill Discovery Center: 20926 Lake Ridge Dr, Boyds, MD 20841.

Question 10

I am being dropped off at the event. Where should I direct my driver to go?

Accepted Answer

Please ask your driver to drop you off at the Black Hill Discovery Center. There will be signs indicating where you should be dropped off.

Question 11

Do you have any equipment I can use to make the event more accessible?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Wheelchairs, walkers, and assistive listening devices (ALDs) are available at the information table next to the Black Hill Discovery Center on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Question 12

Is there a social narrative for this event?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the social narrative for the event can be found at https://montgomeryparks.org/about/parks/accessibility/inclusive-special-events-and-programs/disability-pride-outside/.

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