SparkPath, Minneapolis Public Schools, State Services for the Blind, the Minnesota Department of Education, and the Region 11 Low Incidence Project at BrightWorks are thrilled to announce that we are hosting Minnesota’s first Cane Quest! 

Cane Quest is a fun Orientation & Mobility (O&M) program organized by the Braille Institute and designed for students with low to no vision. Strong O&M skills lay the foundation for independence, confidence, and safety. Whether you’re new to your white cane or an experienced cane user, Cane Quest is an exciting way to show off your O&M skills and make new friends. Students will navigate real-world travel routes, complete timed challenges, and showcase their independence and confidence in mobility.

To learn more, watch the informational video from the Braille Institute.

Registration will open in mid-January and close in mid-February. There are no registration fees for Cane Quest.

Date: April 25, 2026
Location: Edison High School - 700 22nd Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418
Time: Approximately 1:00 - 4:00 pm (Volunteer training will start around 11:30 am)
Grades: 3-12

CEUs through the Braille Institute and the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) are available for O&Ms who volunteer for Cane Quest. In addition to O&Ms, we will need TVIs, grad students, or other VI professionals to assist with the day's events.

Please contact Madi Erickson, if you are interested in registering by email at madi.ericksen@brightworksmn.org.