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Accessible Recreation Feature Writer: Andrew Leibs

Accessible recreation includes adaptive sports, games, and travel for persons with disabilities and special needs, including:

  • Sensory disabilities
  • Physical disabilities and mobility impairments
  • Cognitive and developmental disabilities
  • Emotional and psychological disorders

We offer articles and blogs on managing disabilities, and, more importantly, strategies to ensure your recreation and travel experiences provide maximize enjoyment. Knowledge is power:

We hope our section offers knowledge that encourages you to expand your recreational activities and enjoyment.


Feature Writer Articles in Accessible Recreation

STRIDE Adaptive Sports Profile
STRIDE provides therapeutic programs for persons with disabilities or special needs designed to build confidence and self-esteem through participation in adaptive sports.
Tandem Biking with Blind Stokers Club
The Blind Stokers Club introduces blind and visually impaired persons to recreational cycling, pairing volunteer "captains" with blind "stokers" on tandem bikes.
Funding for Athletes with Disabilities
The CAF provides funding for disabled athletes to train, compete, and buy adaptive equipment that opens new possibilities for recreation and for leading a fuller life.
Reelabilities Film Festival
Reelabilities celebrates films that explore the lives, stories, and artistic expression of persons with a wide range of physical, sensory, and developmental disabilities.
Blind Archery Champion Janice Walth
In this interview, Janice Walth tells how she got hooked on archery, what makes the sport accessible, and what her success says about blind people in mainstream society.


Contributing Articles in Accessible Recreation

Understand Airline Baggage & Equipment Fees
Airline baggage fees and equipment charges can rapidly increase the cost of flying. Yet, there are ways to avoid some of those charges.
The Pakaas Jungle Lodge in Brazil's Amazon
The Pakaas Palafitas Jungle Lodge in the Amazon is a fabulous place for bird-watching, wildlife spotting and visiting an indigenous tribe or a rubber plantation.
Disney Holidays and Cruises for Autism
Children with autism and Asperger's syndrome can enjoy a Disney cruise or theme park holiday thanks to Disney's awareness of special needs kids.
Accessible Sailing for People with Disabilities
Accessible Sailing Program for the physically challenged at Community Boating Boston has modified sailboats that make it possible for people with disabilities to sail.
All Sports, All Ages
Recreation sport, exercise workout programs and competitive sport in all sports is for all ages. Masters Games organisations promote and support mature age athletes.
Moosalamoo National Recreation Area, Vermont
For a wheelchair-accessible Vermont vacation, consider the Green Mountain National Forest near Middlebury. Established day-use spots also assure family fun.
Free USA National Park Pass for Disabled
For the disabled, there is always a free USA national park pass available.
Welcome 2009 at the Philadelphia Mummers Parade
Welcome in the New Year at the Philadelphia Mummers Parade. The Philly version of Mardi Gras, it's an-over-the-top, city-wide party worth the trek out into the cold.
How to Travel Safely with a Disability in the US
People needing disability accommodations should follow these steps when traveling in the United States.
Fear of Flying
Most people are familiar with the routines associated with flying but don't know the reason behind them.
Greenwich ORNC for Visually Impaired Visitors
A new tactile rug by artist Amanda Allen helps blind people and children make the most of their visit to the Painted Hall of the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich.
Packing for an Overseas Trip
Choosing what to take on a journey overseas can be problematic if not backed up by experience. Here are some tips on sensible packing.
Disability-Friendly Disney
Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. Visit and experience your own one-of-a-kind, accessible vacation.
How to be Comfortable Flying
Although recent changes in airline policies have offered challenges to flyers, it's still possible to have a comfortable, as well as enjoyable flight. Here are some tips.
Jetlag and Type One Diabetes
Managing diabetes requires routine. Both a long flight and jetlag will disrupt your schedule. Here are some tips to minimize the effects of jetlag on Type One Diabetes.

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