Sib Camp 2023 – July 23-26   Door County Wagon Trail (yurts)

For Sibs Ages 9-11  

Zip line, kayak, and stand-up paddle boarding are just a few of the adventures at Sib Camp .

Join this 4-day (3-night) camping adventure in Door County.  Campers will have a blast experiencing either Door County parks. Campers bike** and hike each day to explore this outdoor adventure camp.

As always, swimming, camp cooking, campfires and talking with other Sibs means lots of fun!

Sib Camp is outfitted and guided by experienced DC Adventure Center staff. The camp session at Wagon Trail features yurt (beds) sleeping and is limited to 14 campers.

MORE INFO AND ONLINE REGISTRATION

** Camper brings their own bike.

Health and Consent Forms will be sent to you after Registration is received. Enrollment is complete once all paperwork and payment have been received.

Sib Camp 2023 – August 6-9   Door County Wagon Trail (yurts)

For Sibs Ages 12-16  

Zip line, kayak, and stand-up paddle boarding are just a few of the adventures at Sib Camp .

Join this 4-day (3-night) camping adventure in Door County.  Campers will have a blast experiencing either Door County parks. Campers bike** and hike each day to explore this outdoor adventure camp.

As always, swimming, camp cooking, campfires and talking with other Sibs means lots of fun!

Sib Camp is outfitted and guided by experienced DC Adventure Center staff. The camp session at Wagon Trail features yurt (beds) sleeping and is limited to 14 campers.

MORE INFO AND ONLINE REGISTRATION IN 2023

This camp is full
Contact us if you would like to be added to the waitlist

** Camper brings their own bike.

Health and Consent Forms will be sent to you after Registration is received. Enrollment is complete once all paperwork and payment have been received.

WisconSibs Sibshop for children ages 6-12
who have siblings with disabilities

Saturday, September 16, 2023
1:00 PM – 4:00 PMInnovative Growth Sensory Gym

Innovative Growth, LLC provides one-on-one therapy for individual with special needs in their sensory gym. This Sibshop will give Sibs of children with disabilities an opportunity to explore and have fun in the gym with other Sibs.

CLICK TO REGISTER NOW

Book Club for adult Sibs!

Join other adults who have siblings with disabilities for this new book club designed just for you.

Here’s a chance to connect with other adult sibs while getting into a book on your reading list or a new read.

Any Sib may join from anywhere in Wisconsin. Books will be chosen by participants and meetings are expected to be held once per month via Zoom.

Don’t always have time to read? Join us anyway.
Be open to a world of PosSIBility!

https://bit.ly/wisconsibsREAD
(note: case sensitivity)

Book for September to be announced

Join us!

In the meantime, check out our closed WisconSibsREAD Facebook page.

2023 K.I.T.E. Conference

(Knowledge. Independence. Togetherness. Empowerment.)

A mini-conference for parents, young and adult siblings, family members, caregivers, self-advocates, and professionals.

-Parents-
-Siblings-
-Professionals-
-People with disabilities-

Don’t miss this very special K.I.T.E. conference!

“How to Cultivate Resilience and Well-being”

Co-sponsored by:  SOAR Fox Cities, WisconSibs, and Fox Valley Memory Project

Keynote Speaker

Featuring Pelin Kesebir, social psychologist with the Center on Healthy Minds, UW-Madison.

NOW VIRTUAL! Register to attend live Zoom webinar on Saturday, September 23 at 9:00 am or register and get a link to the recording when it becomes available after the webinar.

TO REGISTER, CLICK REGISTER NOW

Teen Sib Leadership opportunity. Click to volunteer.

Great Country Pumpkin Party has new location

The Great Country Pumpkin Party is happening again! Come visit our WisconSibs room and pick up some fun treats!

Teen Sib Leaders who are interested in volunteering at some or all of this event should contact  Tessa.

Book Club for adult Sibs!

Join other adults who have siblings with disabilities for this new book club designed just for you.

Here’s a chance to connect with other adult sibs while getting into a book on your reading list or a new read.

Any Sib may join from anywhere in Wisconsin. Books will be chosen by participants and meetings are expected to be held once per month via Zoom.

Don’t always have time to read? Join us anyway.
Be open to a world of PosSIBility!

https://bit.ly/wisconsibsREAD
(note: case sensitivity)

Book for November to be announced

Join us!

In the meantime, check out our closed WisconSibsREAD Facebook page.

Save the date!  More details to come.

SAVE THE DATE!

Bridges to the Future
Fundraiser for WisconSibs
Saturday, November 11, 2023
Bubolz Nature Preserve
4815 N Lynndale Dr, Appleton, WI 54913

5:00 – 6:00 pm
Social Hour | Cash Bar | Music

6:00 pm – Dinner

7:00 pm – Program
Emcee: Kathryn Brocho, Action 2 News Morning Anchor

9:30 pm – Last Call

Tickets: TBA

Limit of 200 seats available.

More Information Coming Soon

Sibs can feel a little overlooked and loss during this season of the year, but that won’t happen at this Sibshop*. Come have fun, meet other sibs, and discover some great ways to enjoy the holidays.

Sign Up info coming soon.

*Sibshop is for children ages 6-12 who have a sibling with disabilities. Registration form required in advance. Limited to 10 Sibs.

“Santa Celebration” is designed for families who have children with special needs and their siblings of any age. The event takes place from 9:00 am to 11:30 am. 

Families may come/leave any time and also may schedule a specific time slot to visit Santa, helping them avoid long lines and giving children more time to play and parents relax. Volunteer Santa Helpers available to assist with children.

Activities during the event include: Cookie decorating, games, crafts, face painting, fun in the outdoor Santa’s courtyard, letters to Santa, breakfast treats, hot and cold beverages, and much, much more!

$10 for adults. Children are free. Registration REQUIRED.

LINK TO REGISTER COMING SOON

The Oshkosh Public Museum Hosts Sibshop

The Oshkosh Public Museum is all about discovery. Join other children ages 6-12 who have siblings with disabilities to discover the challenges and joys we uniquely share as Sibs…and HAVE FUN EXPLORING THE MUSEUM!

Through our collections and exhibitions, we present stories about this place called Oshkosh. The Museum is the perfect place to find inspiration in objects, images, and information that interests you. With almost 300,000 objects in our collections, from quilts to decoys to clothing and more, you are sure to discover some awesome artifact on view. The Museum is the ideal place to connect with the community and its past, and to find out about people or meet friends. If you are searching for your ancestors, the Museum archives holds over 70,000 historic photographs, along with film, letters, and diaries.

Join us for Sibshop at  Heckrodt!

Come join us to explore the environment as Spring finds nature waking up after a long winter. Learn about the importance of local wetlands; find fish, frongs, turtles, and all kinds of hands-on activities for kids.

SAVE the DATE

Cost:  $15/Sibshop participant
Registration required in advance.

FREE!  FAMILY-FRIENDLY!  ACCESSIBLE! Oh, and did we mention, FREE?

Visit our WisconSibs display and vote for your favorite Sibs Are My Peeps display.

More information about Kidz Expo

Would your business like to sponsor this event? (over 4000 people attended last year)

Would you like to exhibit?  More information

May Sibshop

This event will feature Sibshop activities and lots of fun reconnecting with other kids who have siblings with disabilities, long-term illnesses, or mental health conditions.

Advance registration required. Limit: 20 Sibshop participants.

Teen Sib Leadership opportunity. Click to volunteer.

SAVE THE DATE

Sib Camp June 20-23 for Ages 12-16 at Devil’s Lake State Park*, Baraboo WI (sleeping in tents)

This Sib Camp is  4 days, 3 nights of hiking, swimming, and much more. Guided by experienced Door County Adventure Center staff certified in education, ropes course, kayak, lifeguard, CPR and first aid.  Siblings get to kick back and experience the freedom and thrill of adventure while sharing a great time with other Sibs who “get it”. This camp session features tent sleeping and is limited to 10 campers.

Health and Consent Forms will be sent to you after Registration is received. Enrollment is complete once all paperwork and payment have been received.

NOTE: Campers will meet at 3pm on June 20 at the lower Ice Age Trail Campground and should be picked up by 12pm on June 23.

MORE INFORMATION TO COME

SAVE THE DATE

Sib Camp – June 27-30 Ages TBD  Peninsula State Park, Door County (sleeping in tents)  $TBD/camper

Great adventure for ages ___.  4 days, 3 nights hiking, biking**, swimming, paddling, and camping. Guided by experienced Door County Adventure Center staff certified in education, ropes course, kayak, lifeguard, CPR and first aid.  Siblings get to kick back and experience the freedom and thrill of adventure while sharing a great time with other Sibs who “get it”.

Sib Camp is outfitted and guided by experienced DC Adventure Center staff. The camp session at Peninsula State Park features sleeping in tents and is limited to 10 campers.

Health and Consent Forms will be sent to you after Registration is received. Enrollment is complete once all paperwork and payment have been received.