Adaptive Programs + Guiding
The WSU OP Adaptive Program exists to support adaptive athletes and families in their recreation goals! We offer regular indoor climbing session (run in conjuction with Ogden Valley Adaptive Sports) for folks of all ages and abilities, as well as custom indoor programs for groups. We also offer customized guiding for individuals who have specific outdoor objectives in mind and would like some support to build toward that goal! Check out our offerings below and reach out with any questions you have: hayleyprine@weber.edu
Shout out to our awesome community parter Ogden Valley Adaptive Sports!
Indoor Climbing Clinics
Run in conjuntion with Ogden Valley Adaptive Sports. Come give rock climbing a try! Have you always wanted to try rock climbing but weren't sure where to start? Or maybe you've climbed before but you want more experience and more climbing partners. Our staff can assist all levels of ability and we guarantee a good time! This clinic will be focused on the usage of equipment and practices of adaptations for limited mobility. We will be using a variety of specialized gear and assistive practices including seat and chest harnesses, mechanical advantage pulley system assistance, assistive grip devices, and more. Equipment will be provided but feel free to bring your own! All are welcome.
Dates: May 24 || June 7 || July 5
Location: Outdoor Adventure and Welcome Center || 1352 Village Dr, Ogden, UT 84408
Pricing: $10
Adaptive Rappel Clinic
This clinic will be held in conjunction with the Ogden Climbing Festival 2023
Run in conjunction with Ogden Valley Adaptive Sports. Come give rappelling a try! Have you always wanted to try rappelling but weren't sure where to start? Or maybe you've climbed before but you want more experience and more skills. Our staff can assist all levels of ability and we guarantee a good time!
Dates: Sunday April 16 || 1-3pm
Pricing: $10
Access and Inclusion in the Outdoors (Panel)
This clinic will be held in conjunction with the Ogden Climbing Festival 2023
Accessibility in the outdoors doesn’t only affect individuals with disabilities. There are barriers to entry for various communities on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual identity, size, age, SES, and ability (to name a few). This panel is made up of individuals who identify with one or more of these communities. Join us as we discuss barriers as well as possible solutions and available programs meant to assist these communities find access in the outdoors.
Presenters: McKenna Guilds (The Front Adaptive), Lea Hernandez (Salt Lake Area Queer Climbers), Shane Farver (The Front/Adaptive Athlete), Phil Henderson (OCF Keynote speaker and Expedition Leader of Full Circle Everest Expedition), Brooke Rasina (Ladies Climbing Coalition)
Timing: Saturday 4/15 || 3-4pm
Price: FREE
Adative Climbing - OAX show
Outdoor Adventure X is a celebration of the outdoors, adventure travel and the active lifestyle. Shop for gear and test the latest mountain bikes, kayaks, climbing equipment, and more. Then join us for classes, workshops and roundtable discussions hosted by wilderness experts, around-the-world travelers, athletes, and other top adventure pros.
THE OUTDOORS LIKE YOU'VE NEVER EXPERIENCED IT BEFORE.
More information and resources can be found at the OAX web page here.
Dates: June 17-18, 2023
Location: SnowBasin Resort
Dates: Sunday April 16 || 1-3pm
Pricing: $10
Custom Guiding
Join the WSU Outdoor Program for custom adaptive outdoor adventures. Our qualified and certified guides will ensure that you experience Utah to the fullest. We will meet with you to discuss your goals and objectives and creat a plan for success!
- We offer private tailored and customized adventure programs.
- We evaluate and adjust each program to your abilities and goals.
- We strive to have a low person-to-guide ratio for a more personalized experience.
- We get to discuss the activity and explain what makes northern Utah unique.
- We innovate and create programs around your goals and aspirations.
Dates: Year Round
Pricing: Dependent upon objective, see Custom Guided Adventures webpage for similar pricing
