Registration closes April 13, 2026
Start time: 9 a.m.
End time: 2 p.m.
(Check-in begins at 8:45 a.m.)
Free
Description
At this event, students will be challenged to demonstrate fundamental orientation and mobility (O&M) skills and travel techniques for navigating their travel environment. Cane Quest® is a challenging O&M contest for students, created and organized by Braille Institute of America. Regional Cane Quest® events are held across the country, and contestants are divided into three grade categories: Scouts, Explorers, and Trailblazers. This regional event is offered in collaboration with Mary Free Bed - Association for the Blind. An adult family member must accompany the student. A sibling room will also be available.
Participants will:
- get direct feedback on their O&M skills
- interact with other students and mentors who are cane users
- gain information about O&M skills and training
Students should be cane users who are receiving or have received O&M instruction. An adult family member must accompany the student. A sibling room will also be available.
Register by April 10, 2026, to receive a Cane Quest® shirt and other swag.
Audience
This event is for students in grades 3-12 who are blind/low vision, have received instruction in using a white cane, and are able to walk independently for an hour at a time. Participants’ families are welcome to attend.
Accessibility Accommodations
It is important for participants to request accessibility accommodations at least three weeks prior to the event. Outside agencies MDE RBLV contracts with to provide accommodations cannot guarantee services if requests are made in less than three weeks.
Cancellation Policy
Please email [email protected] as soon as possible if you need to cancel your registration. Please note: For events that require payment, MDE-LIO will issue refunds only for cancellations received no less than three business days prior to the event.