Tours that create jobs for adults with Asperger's

Mariah, 30

Mariah a graduate of Augsburg College, majored in political science and minored in Spanish. Genealogy is her balliwick, Irish and Celtic culture and history, in particular, enhanced by her interest in the Spanish language. Her diversity of interest spills over into entertainment which includes biking, crafts, attending plays and concerts, and participating in political activism. Mariah lives with her fiancée Daniel, also diagnosed with Asperger's.

Mariah's Irish Tour of St. Paul:

Mariah's Irish heritage has piqued her interest in St. Paul's Irish roots and heritage. Her tour will walk you through the impetus behind the Irish migration to St. Paul in the late 1800s and the role of the Catholic church. Be entertained by Celtic dancers and wear comfortable shoes for a private Irish dance lesson. After the lesson at a popular pub, enjoy a Guinness and a sampling of Irish food, which adds up to a full meal. Finally, taste authentic Irish whiskey. Distilleries, once plentiful in Ireland, have dwindled to only four distilleries. However, we will let you taste the real deal thanks to friends in the business.

Mariah's Theater Tour:

Mariah will take you back in time to explore some of the oldest theaters in Minneapolis. Come and learn about the history of theater on Hennepin avenue. Mariah will lead you on a private tour behind the scenes in conjunction with the Hennepin Theater Trust.

To register for Mariah's Irish Tour, click on the tour dates below.

Please note: If you need to cancel a tour, please provide 24 hour notice (phone number will be listed on your confirmation email). Our experience guides take their jobs very seriously and it is very disheartening when their tours are cancelled unexpectedly due to low volunteer participation. In addition, we allocate financial resources to each tour and therefore we incur lost funds when unscheduled cancellations occur. Thank you for your understanding and support!

To register for Mariah's Theater Tour, click on the tour dates below.

Please note: If you need to cancel a tour, please provide 24 hour notice (phone number will be listed on your confirmation email). Our experience guides take their jobs very seriously and it is very disheartening when their tours are cancelled unexpectedly due to low volunteer participation. In addition, we allocate financial resources to each tour and therefore we incur lost funds when unscheduled cancellations occur. Thank you for your understanding and support!

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What to Expect on a Tour:

Tours typically last 2.5 to 3 hours – morning, afternoon or early evening.
Erik’s Ranch & Retreats limousine picks up your team at your door and returns them after the tour. Or we will meet you at our headquarters and transport you by limousine to the destination.
Tours are co-presented by an expert adult with autism and an assistant tour guide.
Each tour can accommodate six to 30 guests, depending upon the specific tour.

Complimentary Tours

We currently offer complimentary tours to let the world know that individuals with autism can and should be allowed to shine. If you are unable to attend one of our tours, but believe that young adults with autism deserve to live a life full of promise and possibility, click the button below to make a donation.

No specials skills or abilities are required to participate in tours. If Erik’s Ranch & Retreats needs to cancel for any reason, tour guests may select another tour (based upon availability). Participants will meet at Heritage of Edina, 3456 Heritage Drive, Edina, Minnesota, unless specified differently upon registration. Off-street parking is available in the lot directly in front of the Tiffany building. The limo will wait in the lot prior to each tour.

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