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Adaptive Sports Resources

The following resource information is a starting point for people interested in adaptive recreation opportunities.

No Limits – Check out Mark Wellman’s Web site at www.nolimitstahoe.com for more information on adaptive recreation clinics, videos, books, and equipment. Or, call (530) 582-1135.

Candace Cable – Advancing Our Abilities – Candace Cable’s Web site www.candacecable.com includes more background information, competition schedule, and great photos. (530) 587-2283.

Freewheelin’ Foundation – John Kirsch’s foundation provides adaptive sports equipment and experiences for mobility impaired individuals through a process of grant request. For a grant request form or for more information on future adaptive cycle clinics or America’s Most Beautiful Ride, e-mail FreeWheelin@sportif.com or call (800) SPORTIF, ext. 101.

Disabled Sports USA, Far West and the Tahoe Adaptive Ski School – Contact the Tahoe program center located at Alpine Meadows, near Truckee, Calif. Information on winter and summer programs can be obtained by calling (530) 581-3127 or logging onto www.dsusafw.org.

Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitationwww.detr.state.nv.us; 775-684-3911.

City of Reno Parks, Recreation and Community Services, contact 775-334-2099 or visit the comprehensive Web site: www.cityofreno.com/res/com_service/inclusion. The Web site offers information on the various city programs as well as many links to related regional and state-wide organizations.

Northern Nevada Center for Independent Living provides a wide range of support services including independent living skills training, information and referral, peer counseling, and advocacy for all people with disabilities and disability issues. Additionally, NNCIL serves as a central clearinghouse for comprehensive disability-related information. Call 775-353-3599.

City of Sparks, Leisure Without Limits. Call Tracey at 775-343-7835 for more information.

Sky Tavern Adaptive Ski Program , www.skytavern.com or 775-323-5125.

www.usatechguide.org – links to a variety of nationwide assistive programs.

www.spokesnmotion.com -- adaptive sports equipment.




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