If you’ve ever tried to use a manual wheelchair on a sandy beach, you’ll know immediately that wheelchairs and sand do not mix!!
Earlier this summer, I went on a beach day with my friends to Oval Beach in Saugatuck, Michigan. It was the most accessible beach I’ve ever been to! It was such a ...
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Exploring Trails as a Wheelchair User: My Experience Driving a Spider Car (Swincar E-Spider Off Road Vehicle)
Note: Social distancing was practiced the whole time, and masks were worn when in close-contact with people outside our household (which was only 15-20 minutes of our entire excursion). We didn’t wear masks out on the trail, but we weren’t in close contact with anyone out there. Also, all these ...
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Disability Pride & 30 Years of the ADA
July is Disability Pride Month. Even though I’ve been living life in a wheelchair for 20 years, this is the first year I’ve heard of it. It is in July to celebrate the passing of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), which was passed 30 years ago!!⠀In some ways, it’s hard to celebrate ...
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The 50 States Project
One of the main parts of my travel bucket list is to visit all 50 states in the US. The United States has so much variety and so many incredible sights! I want to take advantage of that & I won’t let my disability stop me from seeing all the amazing things my country has to ...
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How I Navigate the Airport as a Wheelchair User
Navigating an airport in a wheelchair can be daunting at first- I hope this guide helps you have a smoother experience! Even with the extra steps, I love going through airports! After 20 years of being in a wheelchair, I feel like I’ve mastered it.
Here are some of my travel ...
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