Morgan's Wonderland: Inclusive Recreation and Leisure Facilities for Individuals with Disabilities

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Mendez-Hodgkinson, Nancy [1 ]
Cervantes, Carlost [2 ]
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[1] Morgans Wonderland, San Antonio, TX 78233 USA
[2] Texas State Univ San Marcos, Dept Hlth & Human Performance, San Marcos, TX USA
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PALAESTRA | 2012年 / 26卷 / 02期
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G40 [教育学];
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040101 ; 120403 ;
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Americans with disabilities represent a large group of people in our society. Many do not take an active part in recreation because a number of barriers. Lack of accessible or inclusive recreational settings present the greatest challenges. The purpose of this article is to discuss the need for inclusive recreation and the possible responses from those with disabilities when accessible facilities are provided. Discussion is provided about Morgan's Wonderland, the first specially designed theme park for individuals with disabilities.
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