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WINTER REGISTRATION IS OPEN – REGISTER TODAY!

RETHINK
ABILITY

Founded in 1970, the National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD) helps people with disabilities access adventure and the great outdoors.

Together, we’re empowering our participants and the world to #RethinkAbility.

Adventure With Us
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Outdoor Experiences that Rock

OUR PROGRAMS

From skiing and snowboarding to mountain biking, climbing, horseback riding, paddling, and more, the NSCD offers year-round programs for youth, teens, and adults with any type of disability.

Whether you’re trying a sport for the first time or pushing toward new personal goals, our programs build confidence, independence, and community through the power of outdoor adventure. We provide all adaptive equipment, coaching, support, and good vibes. Simply sign up and join us today!

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Year-Round Programming

FROM MOUNTAIN TO METRO​​

Based in Winter Park and Golden, Colorado, we provide year-round adaptive programs that help our participants experience the mountains, trails, rivers, and more.

  • Winter
    Starts NOW!

    Registration for our Winter Programs and Winter Volunteer opportunities are officially OPEN! Get your winter plans in place, sign up for a program, or find your spot as a volunteer. We’re getting ready for another season on the mountain filled with fresh snow, new experiences, and plenty of reasons to #RethinkAbility.

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  • NSCD participants smiling and waving on a sandy lakeshore behind a yellow kayak during an NSCD group program.

    Group
    Adventures

    Looking for an accessible outdoor experience for your group? The NSCD can create a custom adaptive adventure for groups of five or more, with activities tailored to your group’s interests, needs, and goals. Available year-round in Winter Park and the Denver Metro area, adventures can include skiing, mountain biking, hiking, climbing, paddling, rafting, and more.

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  • NSCD participants and volunteers on skis and adaptive skis cheering from a ski slope.

    SNOW-FILLED
    Camps & Retreats

    With day or overnight experiences that can include ski & snowboard adventures, group dinners, connection, and more, participants have opportunities to build skills, confidence, and epic memories with new friends.

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