PORTLAND, Conn. – Brownstone Park hosted their 3rd Annual Mentoring-in-Motion Event on June 19-20 to kick off summer and benefit all of the states authorized one on one mentoring programs.
By donating 50% of the weekend’s gate fees to the charities, Brownstone raised over $5200 for Big Brothers, Big Sisters, DCF and True Colors. Participating mentors and their sponsored children attended for free and received free scuba diving, rock climbing, kayaking, snorkeling or wakeboarding lessons.
The event featured cliff jumping, wakeboarding, and 4 different zip lines as well as live music from local bands such as For a Cure, Something to Go By, Prizm, Rusted Sliver, and Zayne Couch Explosion.
“This is the third year that Brownstone Exploration & Discovery Park has been kind enough to host us,” said Laura Green, President and CEO of Nutmeg Big Brothers Big Sisters. “We are extremely grateful for their continued generosity. Brownstone’s donations will make it possible for many disadvantaged kids to be matched with a caring and inspirational adult mentor. We applaud Brownstone’s passion for bettering conditions for children and families living in surrounding communities.”
“Brownstone Exploration & Discovery Park is committed to teaching outdoor adventure skills to kids and adults”, said Sean Hayes, General Manager of Brownstone Park Hayes continued, “Outdoor adventure sports develop lasting bonds between participants, confidence and a sense of discovery, while instilling a love of the great outdoors, passion for the environment and physical activity — lifelong obsessions that Brownstone is proud to promote through great organizations such as Nutmeg Big Brothers Big Sisters and True Colors”.
About Brownstone Exploration & Discovery Park: Brownstone Exploration & Discovery Park is Connecticut’s first and only outdoor adventure sports park challenging action seekers of all abilities. Framed by the majestic Connecticut River, the stunning beauty of the 29 acre historic quarry offers more outdoor adventure than you can fit into a day. Rock climbing, wakeboarding, kayaking, snorkeling, cliff jumping, scuba diving, “Survivor-style” competitions, zip lines, as well as swimming, hiking and biking make Brownstone the single destination for those who play hard. Beaches, floats and serene trails are perfect for those looking to relax. Brownstone welcomes all ages, school and corporate groups of any size, offering up-close exploration of the quarry’s natural playground. Clinics, lessons and rentals are available daily, making Brownstone as adventurous as you want it to be. For more details visit http://brownstonepark.com or call toll free 866-860-0208.
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