HigherGround USA – Ketchum Idaho

Higher Ground USA operates programs and adaptive sports for people with disabilities. Through recreation, therapy, and lasting support, they bridge the gap between disability and belonging.

They have a Veterans & First Responders program as well. They offer recreational and adventure activities like skiing, kayaking, mountain biking, fishing, and climbing.

From weeklong retreats to day and weekend events, participants connect with the outdoors and build community through shared experiences. They offer a range of recreation programs including skill-building sports lessons, weekend clinics, and school partnerships. The programs combine outdoor activities with therapeutic processes to help individuals develop essential skills for success.

Upcoming events include skiing or snowboarding at the Sun Valley ski resort in Sun Valley, Idaho for male or female veteran couples. They are the exclusive provider of adaptive snow sports for Sun Valley and offer 1:1 instruction for individuals with permanent disabilities and includes adaptive equipment.

Applications are required to attend these programs. Eligibility requires a permanent disability and a primary address in Idaho. Participants must present an Idaho State-issued ID and documentation verifying the disability. The documentation should confirm the disability is permanent, describe how it limits daily life, and specify the nature of those limitations.

You can apply here.