MN Cane Quest

SparkPath, Minneapolis Public Schools, State Services for the Blind, the Minnesota Department of Education, and the Region 11 Low Incidence Project at BrightWorks are working together to coordinate the first Minnesota Cane Quest! Cane Quest (external site) is a fun Orientation & Mobility (O&M) program organized by the Braille Institute (external site) and designed for students in grades 3-12 with low-to-no vision. O&M focuses on the skills used to understand and navigate one’s environment safely. Strong O&M skills lay the foundation for independence, confidence, and safety. Whether you’re new to your white cane, a long-time cane user, a guide dog owner, or have low vision, Cane Quest is an exciting way to show off your O&M skills and make new friends.

Cane Quest Age Groups:

• Pathfinders: Low Vision (all grades)
• Scouts: Grades 3-6
• Explorers: Grades 7-9
• Trailblazers: Grades 10-12

Demonstrated Skills Include:

• Cane Techniques
• Stairs and Elevators
• Door and Obstacle Navigation
• Stree Crossing (Trailblazers & Explorers only)

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026

Location: Edison High School – 700 22nd Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418

Time: Approximately 1:00 - 4:00 pm (Volunteer training begins at 11:30 am)

Registration

Fill out the appropriate Google form below to sign up for the MN Cane Quest. If you would like a PDF version of the student or O&M form, please email Madi Ericksen.

• Student Registration/Permission Form

• Orientation & Mobility (O&M) Specialist Form
• Volunteer Form