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The All Terrain Chair
No Barriers Summit;
Winter Park, Colorado
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Riding on adaptive bikes
No Barriers Summit
Winter Park, Colorado
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Calendar of Events
TravelinWheels events:
Click on dates to learn more!
July 19-23 --
National Junior Disabilities
Championship
Saginaw, Michigan
July 31 -- Beyond the Waters Beach Party
Chicago, Illinois
August 2-20 -- Site Visits
Houston, San Antonio, Austin, and Dallas, Texas
August 23 -- Valor Games
Chicago, Illinois
August 26 --
Hearing Health Fair
Schaumburg, Illinois
September 17-24 --
Site Visits
New York City, New York
October 6 -- Mobility Expo
Villa Park, Illinois
Come Say Hello!
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C O M P A S S
points to:
IDEA Mobility
www.ideamobility.com
Brian Johnston, who has been a spinal cord injured quadriplegic for over 37 years, spent that time traveling, hunting, fishing, camping, and competing in sports. He has created or adapted many products as a result of wanting to do things himself. His products offer those with disabilities workable and convenient tools to assist them in their everyday lives.
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Trip Invite:
ISRAEL HERITAGE TOUR
For Wheelchair/Scooter Users & Slow Walkers
February 27 - March 7, 2012
Visit Israel and have a totally accessible trip with experienced guides who understand your special needs. You will travel in air-conditioned, lift equipped vehicles and stay in accessible four star hotels.
Here is what one customer says of the trip and Easy Access travel:
"I loved our trip to Israel, and would recommend Eli, Israel 4 All & Easy Access Travel without reservation..."
For more information:
Call: Debra Kerper
(800) 920-8989
E-mail: Debra@easyaccesstravel.com
www.easyaccesstravel.com
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No Barriers to Progress
 Hiking to the top
No Barriers Summit; Winter Park, Colorado
Hello, and welcome to the July newsletter. We just returned from some wonderful (and busy) trips to The No Barriers Summit 2011 in Winter Park, Colorado, and Maui, Hawaii! Scroll down to the Travel Story section to read more about our trip to the No Barriers Summit. We are loading up the site with all of the accessible information we found in Maui, which will be our August newsletter feature. Stay tuned!
We have more exciting news! The TravelinWheels homepage is receiving a makeover! We are adding a feature box to make way for Maui and all the future feature destinations. You can also expect more useful information, too! Be sure to check back next month for all the new information and exciting progress to the site!
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Travel Stories & Tips:
Removing the Barriers that Stand in our Way
We just returned from No Barriers Summit 2011, and all I can say is an open-jawed, "Wow!" We've been involved in adaptive sport and recreation for over a decade and have seen our fair share of advancements along the way. However, that is nothing compared to the innovations and advances in technology that push the envelope in tearing down barriers to people with disabilities...
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Adventure Generator: FISHING
Accessible Fishing in North and Central America
Attention all you fishing lovers out there... Grab your poles, tackle and stringers because it is time to go after some great, and possibly little known, accessible fishing opportunities:
Southeast United States Canada
East United States Cabo San Lucas
Midwest United States Puerto Rico
West United States Costa Rica
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Question Of The Month
What is the best advice you have received about traveling with a disability?
From the Staff A: Plan ahead, but always have a sense of humor!
-Michell, TravelinWheels Founder
A: Do not forget to pack extra batteries if you have medical devices that run on batteries! -Kelly, TravelinWheels Staff
From the site:
A: Travel Stories & Tips:
Traveling with Medications
- Have your doctor write a note stating it is necessary to carry your medications and medical equipment with you. Ask your doctor for tips and tricks as well!
- If you have scheduled times to take your medication and will be traveling across time zones, consult with your doctor on how to amend your schedule. more...
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Next month's question:
What adventure/activity/sport have you always wanted to try?
Answer by sending your name, location, and answer to: info@travelinwheels.com Include "Question of the Month" in the subject line. OR Answer by replying on twitter! |
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