Roll-Walk-Run on Wednesday Celebrates People of All Abilities
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – People of all abilities are invited to roll, walk or run for fun on a three-mile route on the Scull Creek trail in Fayetteville at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 29.
The event is part of Disability Awareness Month activities sponsored by the University of Arkansas Center for Educational Access and Sources for Community Independent Living Services in Fayetteville. It is free and open to the public.
The route begins and ends at the office of Sources, 1918 N. Birch Ave., Fayetteville. The event features a scavenger hunt, prizes for best costumes and timing by Fleet Feet Sports. Wheelchairs, bicycles and strollers are welcome.
For more information, call 479-442-5600.
Contacts
Heidi Wells, director of communications
College of Education and Health Professions
479-575-3138,
heidisw@uark.edu
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