Above The Wake

Misson

To create positive experiences on the water for children with Autism and cognitive delays, breaking down stigmas and unleashing potential for greatness through individual teachable moments and INCLUSION

In 2016 Above the Wake initiated a national autism awareness program named "Cable4ACause". It was started with the intent to promote inclusion and we felt that the cable park would be a great teaching/learning location. In 2017 we had 11 parks that participated in 7 different states. We are looking forward to 2022, and hopefully to add more parks as well. Our kids are able to do the activities that neuro-typical children do, sometimes an invitation is a powerful tool.

Above the Wake is funded by the generous donations from our supporters. To make a tax deductible donation click on the donate button below.

ABOVE THE WAKE HAS STARTED A CAMPAIGN TO GET A NEW TRAILER. WE HAVE OUT GROWN OUR CURRENT TRAILER AND WE ARE LOOKING TO ADD A LARGER TRAILER TO BE ABLE TO SERVE MORE PARTICIPANTS AND THEIR FAMILIES FOR THE FUTURE.

We are a proud supporter of the Pass the Handle initiative, which is to promoting water-sports to beginners, getting people out on the water for a safe and positive experience.

Paddle in the Park Dates
@ Haithco Park Saginaw MI-
each paddle starts at 6pm

ALL DATES FOR 2022 TBA

The ZUP Board is like riding a snow sled behind the boat. Except this board allows many levels of learning for each riders comfort level. You can ride just holding the handles, or learn to grab the rope handle yourself. Then once you get more brave you can spin and do a 180 or a 360. After you have mastered those tricks you can stand up on the board and ride like a pro!! Its all fun and all based on learning in stages. Kids love the ZUP and it is a great entry level learning tool as well for the seasoned rider. Click Here to go to ZUP Website