Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports

A place where youth and adults with disabilities gain a measure of self-confidence and independence
by participating in adaptive sports programs and activities.

For 31 years the Vermont 50 has proudly supported Vermont Adaptive raising over 2 million dollars
Our 2024 goal is to raise $35,000

Get into the Vermont 50 NOW using one of these two options to help support Vermont Adaptive
(BEFORE registration opens on May 25th)

Fundraise for Vermont Adaptive and get into our race BEFORE the General On Sale date of May 25th.

Want in our race before the General On Sale?
Commit to raise $500 before May 25 at 7 PM (the General Public Race on Sale)
and your in NOW-no stress on the evening of May 25th.

Want to get in our race before the General On Sale with FREE Registration?
Commit to FUNDRAISE/DONATE $500 before May 20th and your registration fee is WAIVED
and you’ll take home a very cool shirt-just for our major fundraisers.

For either option you must email Mike S. for more details. Please let Mike know if you are a Mountain Biker, 50 mile runner or 50 Km runner when you email him.

ALL Fundraisers may continue to fund raise through December 31st in each calendar year
(but the $500 minimum option requirements must be met on the dates listed above)

Support our athletes supporting Vermont Adaptive

Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports is a nationally recognized organization that empowers people of all abilities through inclusive sports and recreational programming regardless of ability to pay. In addition to sports, year-round programming options integrate environmental, holistic wellness, and competitive training philosophies for people of all ages with cognitive, developmental, physical and emotional disabilities.

They are recognized nationally for their client-centered programs and for providing access and instruction to sports and recreational activities with the belief that these things provide a physical, mental and social experience that is immeasurable in promoting self-confidence and independence in an individual.

They offer the largest variety of program opportunities and unique, specialized equipment. Vermont Adaptive promotes independence and furthers equality through access and instruction to sports and recreational opportunities including alpine skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports; kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddle boarding, sailing, cycling, hiking, rock climbing, tennis, horseback riding, environmental programs, CORE Connections wellness retreats, and more.

They serve clients of all abilities with physical, cognitive and emotional/behavioral disabilities from all over the world in three locations in Vermont during the winter – Killington Resort and Pico Mountain in Killington; Sugarbush Resort in Warren; and Bolton Valley Ski Area in Bolton. Summer programs are provided state-wide. Many of their programs include environmental education, wellness, and special programs designed specifically for veterans.

With nearly 400 active volunteers, plus generous partners and sponsors, and an amazing base of clients and friends, Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports has been at the forefront of sports and recreation for those with disabilities for more than 30 years.

The Vermont Adaptive Mission

Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports is committed to empowering individuals with disabilities. They promote independence and further equality through access and instruction to sports and recreational activities.

Their Statement of Belief

They believe sports and recreation provide a physical, mental and social experience that is immeasurable in promoting self-confidence and independence in an individual. To that end, they extend an enormous thanks to their affiliates, sponsors, and partners who believe in their mission and vision, and who afford them the opportunity to bring sports and recreation to their clients’ lives.

Photos courtesy of Vermont Adaptive