ACCESSIBILITY

Mosquito Fleet aims to be an on-ramp (literally and figuratively) to local waterways. We want people of all abilities and identities to connect and build relationships on and around the water, and to inspire the creation of safe, inclusive, and equitable communities. We acknowledge that historically (and currently) many folks have been excluded from on-water activities, outdoor spaces and direct action organizing. We strive to work against societal norms that prevent members of our community from engaging with our work. We have learned and continue to learn from disability justice movement leaders including HEARD, PeoplesHub and Sins Invalid.

Mosquito Fleet’s community hub in Portland is a part of the Green Anchors community in the St. John’s neighborhood, just north of Cathedral Park on the eastern banks of the Willamette River. Green Anchors is a self-sufficient, mostly off grid community of community organizations, artists and builders. The terrain is uneven in many places (bumpy asphalt, wood chips) and not easily wheelchair accessible. Gender neutral bathrooms, showers and tap water are all available for use and accessible via stairs OR a pathway covered in wood chips and a ramp.