Visiting new places and exploring are exciting. Preparation can be priceless. These resource materials are shared to support families, parents, and caregivers in preparing for visits to The Trail.
A picture schedule is a wonderful way to help individuals to see what they will be doing in a specific order. It also helps to provide a feeling of accomplishment during the hike.
A social story is a great tool to help teach individuals about what to expect at a given location or doing a specific activity. Please use this social story to help support your visit and make it a positive experience.
This social story is set on The ANT, and lets readers know what to expect at each activity station on the Trail. It will help support a positive visit experience.
A guide to facilitating language on the Autism Nature Trail for caregivers.
A guide to aid visitors in exploring the magic of movement, with suggested body positions and sensory inputs to consider.
This video provides families and visitors with an opportunity to visit the Trail through video before visiting in person. Visual experiences can be very helpful in preparing for successful experiences on the Trail.
The ANT is excited to welcome Trusty Sidekick, to Western New York's Genesee Valley and Letchworth State Park. Trusty Sidekick have been crafting worlds for neurodiverse audiences and their caregivers for nearly a decade. For the first time, they have created a story for this audience that is designed to be experienced outside of a theater.
