NEW HARTFORD — Sitrin is welcoming new participants for its paddling program. The Sitrin STARS — Success Through Adaptive Recreation and Sports — adaptive paddling program offers several outings for individuals with physical disabilities. Family members and caregivers are also invited to participate.

Dates include:

Sunday, July 29, 2012 ­ Brown Tract Pond (Old Forge)

Saturday, Aug. 18, 2012 ­ Nick’s Lake (Old Forge)

Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012 ­ Moose River and Rail (Old Forge)

Saturday, Oct. 6, 2012 ­ Chenango River (Earlville)

To register for an upcoming event, contact Marc DePerno at 737-2459.

Kayaks, canoes, and other paddling equipment will be provided. Participants should register at least one week prior to the paddling date. There is no cost to participate.

Transportation is not included. Participants must meet Sitrin staff at the paddling locations at 10 a.m. New participants are required to complete a training course prior to attending a paddling session.

Snacks and water will be provided, but participants should bring their own lunch.

Created in 2001, STARS provides people with physical disabilities a number of athletic opportunities that enable them to compete throughout the country, and around the world. In addition to paddling, the STARS program includes golf, basketball, curling, and road racing, shooting, and biathlon.