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Slideshow of photos from my trip for Nordic #sitski training with #VancouverIsland #AdaptiveSnowsports Association. It was an excellent experience learning how to #XCountrySki with the Nordic sitski. It's different gear than the alpine sitski that I learned with, doing downhill skiing in 2020. Much more difficult on upper core, arms & shoulders.

https://m.youtube.com/shorts/v_yygk29SEI

#PeopleWithDisabilities #DisabledSports #AdaptiveSports #MountWashington #VIASA #ParaAthlete

Self correcting w/Nordic #Sitski to get back on #XCountrySki tracks. Training in a new to me snowsport with the #VancouverIsland #AdaptiveSnowsports Association, based in #ComoxValley

https://m.youtube.com/shorts/exQ_kWn-tHI

#DisabilityEmpowerment #PeopleWithDisabilities #DisabledSports #AdaptiveSports #MountWashington #VIASA #ParaAthlete #ParaSports #WinterSports #SocialBC #BCAdaptiveSnowsports #CanadianAdaptiveSnowsports #StrathconaPark

I'm back home now. I'm totally exhausted & passing out after eating.
Slideshow of my adaptive snowsports training
https://youtube.com/shorts/v_yygk29SEI?si=Y_JvRSuWjPI-GZL3

#VancouverIsland #AdaptiveSnowsports #PeopleWithDisabilities #DisabledSports #AdaptiveSports #MountWashington #Sitski #XCountrySkiing

I covered 5.5 km on day 3 of training in Nordic #sitski with #VancouverIsland #AdaptiveSnowsports Association ✌️
I'm exhausted and happy.

#PeopleWithDisabilities #DisabledSports #AdaptiveSports #MountWashington #VIASA #ParaAthlete #XCountrySkiing

In a snowy landscape, I am sitting in a specialized sitski, smiling with two adults who ski beside her. The mountains and trees create a scenic backdrop under a partly cloudy sky, suggesting a clear, bright day. The individuals are dressed warmly and appear to be enjoying their time together in the winter setting.

Two girlfriends with #snowshoes on & one with backcountry skis. They went exploring snowshoeing trails while I did my 3rd Nordic #Sitski training day.

Coordinators/instructors with #VancouverIsland #AdaptiveSnowsports Association want to hire a videographer to come do a Nordic sitski promo videos & have me be a new spokeswoman for Nordic sitski sport & demo the new sitski coming from Switzerland soon.

#PeopleWithDisabilities #DisabledSports #AdaptiveSports #MountWashington #VIASA #ParaAthlete

Four individuals pose together on a snowy slope, dressed in winter sports gear. Me, seated in a sitski, wears a colorful jacket and sunglasses. The three standing beside her are holding ski poles and wearing ski & snowshoeing gear. The backdrop features trees and a wooden building.

Covered 5km of trails on day 2 - around Paradise Meadows loops.
I'm helping to train new volunteers who have recently joined #VancouverIsland #AdaptiveSnowsports Association, while also learning Nordic sitski.
Tuckered out.

#PeopleWithDisabilities #AdaptiveSki #Sitski #XCountrySkiing #DisabledSports #AdaptiveSports

I'm wearing sunglasses and a colorful, patterned winter jacket, sitting in a specialized adaptive ski sled. Smiling. The snowy landscape features evergreen trees and a snowy mountain in the background, indicating a winter setting.

Day 2 of #AdaptiveSnowsports training in Nordic #Sitski at #MountWashington with #VancouverIsland Adaptive Snowsports Association.

#PeopleWithDisabilities #DisabledSports #XCountrySkiing #DisabledSkiers #AdaptiveSki #CrossCountrySki #WinterSports #SocialBC

Me, wearing sunglasses and a colorful, patterned winter jacket, is sitting in a specialized adaptive ski sled. They are smiling and making a peace sign with one hand while holding onto a ski pole with the other. The snowy landscape features evergreen trees and a snowy mountain in the background, indicating a winter setting.

Four people are enjoying a day of cross-country skiing in a snowy landscape. Two individuals stand with ski poles, while I'm on a sitski wearing colorful winter clothing. The fourth person, who is taking a selfie, is wearing sunglasses and athletic gear. Pine trees fill the background under a clear blue sky.

Day 1 of Nordic #SitSki training at #MountWashington with Vancouver Island Adaptive Snowsports Association.

#PeopleWithDisabilities #Snowsports #AdaptiveSnowsports #AdaptiveSports

Me with my ski poles on a Nordic sitski on the mountain & 1 instructor

Day 1 of Nordic #SitSki training at #MountWashington with Vancouver Island Adaptive Snowsports Association.

I'm exhausted. Back tomorrow afternoon for day 2.

#PeopleWithDisabilities #Snowsports #AdaptiveSnowsports #AdaptiveSports

Me with my ski poles on a Nordic sitski on the mountain.

So.... Here's the full picture of the mystery exhibit!

It's a sit ski! Sit skis are adaptive equipment designed to bring the joys of skiing to individuals with physical limitations that make standing while skiing impossible. This one was ridden by Washingtonian Shannon Bloedel in the 1992 Winter Paralympics, where she won Silver.

#whatisthis #skiing #skiequipment #wsssm #sitski #snoqualmiepass #washingtonstate #museums #washingtonmuseums

The Sit ski ridden by Washingtonian Shannon Bloedel in the 1992 Winter Paralympics, where she won Silver.

My review of "Full Circle," a documentary about two athletes who found a way to adapt and thrive after severe spinal injuries. #sitski

https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/full-circle-movie-review-2023

Can't go to #VISSA again til next #Winter - too many things happening in January that can't be rebooked. I'm into 4 track #adaptive #skiing & looking to get into #training for #sitski #racing when returning to the #AdaptiveSnowSports program. There's several locations in #BritishColumbia that offer snowsports training & learning programs for #disabled folks. I'm with the #VancouverIsland one, which runs out of #MtWashington & love the people who run it.
#DisabledSports #GiveItAGo #vanisle #PNW

My adaptive ski instructor, catching me as I'm falling backwards on 4 track ski setup, on ski mountain.

Me & my adaptive ski instructor, standing in snow at Mt. Washington.

My snowsports instructor, holding safety ropes, I'm in a sitski, doing a trial racing run.

My adaptive ski instructor, kneeling beside me, in snow. I'm laying down sideways, holding 4 outrigger ski poles. We're both laughing.

Passed my level 1 #CADS #SitSki certification!

#Sitski

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