The National Ability Center of Park City, UT is excited to share a unique opportunity to snowboard and ski in the summertime with Windells Camp. Stompin flat-down-flat rails in the summer? That’s right, this freestyle experience will take place on the glacier in Mt. Hood, OR on the June, 6 - 13. Scholarships are available for UP to 50%!!!!!! of the total adaptive Windells Camp price. Please go to www.discovernac.org for event details and download the scholarship application. If you have any questions then email me at my new email address lucasg@discovernac.org or call me at (406) 425-2278

Dear Friends,

I have resigned from my position as Winter Program Director with Adaptive Action Sports. The National Ability Center in Park City, Utah has offed me a great position within the organization as a Program Manager. Here I will continue to create recreational and performance opportunities for adaptive snowboarders and skiers. I look forward to continuing my service to the adaptive snowsport community with the same level of quality that I always strive for.

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, then please send me an email at originalgimp@gmail.com

Please check out the National Ability Center at: www.discovernac.org

Sincerely,

Lucas Grossi

Rider: Nicole Roundy

Photo: Kevin Westenbarger

AAS at Next Level Camp: March, 23 - 27

Do you start feeling a little rusty in the start gate at the USASA National Championships? Need a little teaser to get you fired up? This pre-USASA Nationals training camp is exactly as the title suggests:   it is the next level in adaptive snowboard progression. In the course of four “on-snow” days, the athlete will receive training in snowboard disciplines including: Halfpipe, Slopestyle, Giant Slalom, and Slalom (Boardercross still pending on facilities). The intention of this camp is to focus on the specific needs and desires of the individual rider. This is why you, the athlete, will be able to choose to focus your training regiment in one area, or on all the disciplines. For example, if your focus is all on Halfpipe, then so be it!

What makes NLC extraordinary?

The Coaches. The NLC is staffed by some of the most elite able-bodied snowboard coaches that the United States has to offer including: Jeff Greenwood (Olympian), Pete Thorndike (Olympian), Anton Pogue (World Cup Medalist), Tyler Edmond, and Nate Farrell (both pro rider Freestyle Gurus). As with all AAS rider progression camps, the coach-to-rider ratio is low to assure that you will get the attentive training you are after.

Are there and conditions? READ THIS!!!

Yes, because this session is designed for intermediate to advanced adaptive riders, we will not be providing training for those who are just learning-to-ride. Adaptive snowboarders attending this session must already have enough skill to carve their snowboard/ski down the hill in a safe/controlled manner. There is an 18 years old age limit on this session and we will cater to all and only permanent physical disabilities.

How much is it and how do I sign up?

The AAS at Next Level Camp is first come, first served. We only have 10 spots available for snowboarders. They will go quickly!!! The first step in the process is to drop me an email or place a phone call to me and say, “Lucas, I’m Stoked!” This way I know you are on board and I will email you the paperwork. Payment must be postmarked by February 28, 2008.The second step is to reserve your spot with a deposit of $300 paid to AAS (this deposit counts toward the total camp price). This can be done through the Papal button on the AAS website although there is a $11 dollar transaction fee so make sure to add $11 to the total cost ex: $311.00. Or mail the check to us at the address below. The total cost of camp is $600.00 This price includes:coaching, lodging, lift-tickets, and ground transportation. AAS looks forward to shredding with all of you.

Arrive March 23 – Depart March 28, or stay through USASA Nationals and Depart Apr. 5th!

DO NOT FORGET YOUR HELMET!!!!!

Adaptive Action Sports (AAS) is proud to announce the Winter installment of our biannual AAS Freestyle Session at Windells on Feb. 16– 22. Windells Camp and AAS have joined forces to bring you, the adaptive shredder, and an extraordinary opportunity to ride with the pros and sharpen you skills.

What is Windells Camp?

Windells is the premiere snowboard, ski, and skateboard camp in the world. The operation is based out of Sandy, OR with on-hill training at Timberline and Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort. The camp has a twenty year history of pumping out talented individuals that grace today’s scene. Tim Windell and his amazing staff facilitate an incredible experience with an all inclusive design. With on-hill training, numerous off-hill activities, and cross-training methods that compliment the needs of the athlete. Windells also provides ground transportation, lodging, three square meals, ski lift tickets, and B.O.B., the on-site indoor skatepark. There is not a pro in the industry that hasn’t had a brush with Windells; the organization is truly an institution. For more info: (www.windells.com).

Windells Camp Summer 2007 Keith Deustch, AKA RIDER, Frontside 360 KW

Originally uploaded by originalgimp

What is in it for you?

The answer to this question is, “What is not in store for you?” AAS and Windells Camp are catering an event unlike anything the adaptive snow community has ever seen. For you, the adaptive athlete, all of the above named amenities will be included with an “adaptive” twist. Seeing as though each camper has a unique disability; their training will be equally as personal. If you are a hot-shot rider/skier who can already throw down a Frontside-Jinga-Junxta-Rodeo-Gimpstar-1080-Ninjaury, we will place you with a coach who can show you how to tweak it out a little more. Or if you are a decent carver who is contemplating a flat-down-box for the first time, we will teach you the method to spank it like a newborn baby. Our goal is to up your level of riding to a higher standard and to make your freestyle experience a positive one.

NEW THIS SESSION!! ADAPTIVE FREESTYLE SKIING!!! “WHAT?”

Yes, adaptive skiers, you heard it correctly! AAS is expanding the Windells Session to include adaptive freestyle skiing into the program. We figured that your skis just keep getting shorter and fatter, so why not have you come and shred with us. As with our shredders, this training will be specialized with an intimate 1 to 5 coach-to-camper ratio. Coaching will be provided by one of the industry’s top freestyle pro skiers. About ten years ago the industry told Tim Windell that he was crazy for introducing freestyle skiing into his camp. Since this time, freestyle skiing has become a significant part of the Windells Camp program and has spawned innovation in the sport.

Also, your attendance to this camp will open up the door to adaptive freestyle and Skiercross competition that is now offer by the Adaptive Division of the United States of America Snowboard Association.

Are there and conditions? READ THIS!!!

Yes, because this session is designed for intermediate to advanced adaptive riders/skiers, we will not be providing training for those who are just learning-to-ride. Adaptive snowboarders/skiers attending this session must already have enough skill to carve their snowboard/ski down the hill in a safe/controlled manner. There is no age limit on this session and we will cater to all and only permanent physical disabilities. Oh yeah, there is a six inch power clause too, if it snows we will refocus our attention on the mother-lovin pow-pow!

Sweet! How do I sign up?

The AAS Freestyle Session at Windells Camp is first come, first served. We only have 15 spots available for snowboarders and 5 spots for skiers. They will go quickly!!! The first step in the process is to drop me an email or place a phone call to me and say, “Lucas, I’m Stoked!” This way I know you are on board. The second step is to reserve your spot with a deposit of $400 paid to AAS (this deposit counts toward the total camp price). This can be done through the Papal button on the AAS website: (www.adaptiveactionsports.org). The total cost of camp is $795.

Camp Details:

Host Organization Name: Adaptive Action Sports

Event Name: AAS Freestyle Session at Windells Camp

Type of Event: Snowboard/Ski Freestyle Progression Camp

Camper Requirement: INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED RIDERS ONLY!

Event Price: $795.00 (includes: coaching, lodging, food, ski-pass, ground transport)

Event Site: Mt. Hood, OR

Event Dates: February 16 – 22, 2008

Airport: Portland International Airport (Portland Oregon, NOT Maine)

Arrival Day: Feb. 16

Departure Day: Feb. 22

Event Coordinator: Lucas Grossi

Contact Telephone: (406) 425-2278

Contact Email: originalgimp@gmail.com

AAS looks forward to shredding with all of you!

Sincerely,

Lucas Grossi
AAS Winter Program Director
originalgimp@gmail.com
(406) 425-2278

AAS will send you an “Athlete Fundraiser Kit” that you can use to raise money towards your attendance; Ask your friends, family, and local businesses to help get you to Windells Camp. Amy Purdy, Daniel Gale, and I look forward to shredding with all of you.

Watch footage from the movie Snowblind here [link].

Hey Shredders,

Are you trying to figure out where to get the cash to get your shred on this winter? Challenge Athletes Foundation is giving away up to $3000/athlete for everything from new snowboard equipment to your competition fees for the USASA National Championships this Spring.

Go to:

Grant application

Here you will find the grant application and cover letter documents. Download them, fill em out , and mail it in.

APPLICATIONS ARE DUE DECEMBER 15

The CAF will review applications and inform recipients of the good news in the first week of April.

THIS COULD REIMBURSE YOUR POCKETBOOK FOR AN ENTIRE WINTER’S WORTH OF SHREDTIME.

IT IS EASY!!! FREE MONEY RULES!!! NO SLACKERS!!!! GO GET IT!!!!

windells adaptive session 07

Originally uploaded by originalgimp

Windells’ last session was hit by a new crew this year. Instead of being noticed by how bright their pants were or their new 6X talls, they were noticed for shredding their asses off while missing legs. Adaptive Action Sports, a nonprofit for athletes with physical disabilities, coordinated with Windell’s to bring in a crew of riders for a session of sun and shredding on Mt. Hood. Read the entire article at Transworld Snowboarding.

The 2007 Summer Camp at Windells was a huge success. Read all about it here.

People with all various types of permanent physical disabilities are able to make snowboarding work for them. Below-knee and above-knee amputees ride with a little rigging to their prosthetic and sometimes using outriggers. People with partial paralysis can use restrictive knee braces and outriggers to shred down the hill. Paraplegics snowboard with a dope ride called a “sit n’ jib”, which is kind of like a mono ski. Blind snowboarders are shredding with and without the help of a guide. Arm amputees are also snowboarding in much the same fashion as able-bodied folks. These methods are tried and true. I am sure that a lot of you have already working them out. It just takes the right attitude and a little trial and error.

Windells Camp Summer 2007 Nicole Roundy, AKA Rider,Frontside UpBox KW

Originally uploaded by originalgimp

Adaptive Action Sports was proud to sponsor the Adaptive Division during the 2007 United States of America Snowboard Association National Championship in Northstar-at-Tahoe on March 31 – April 7. Since 2000, the Adaptive Division of USASA has provided opportunities for athletes with permanent physical disabilities to participate in an organized adaptive snowboard competition. The events available to adaptive snowboarders are: Slalom, Giant Slalom, Boardercross, Halfpipe, and Slopestyle. Read more about it here.

Snowboarding is the best thing that’s ever happened to me, and my disability is probably the worst thing that’s ever happened to me….   At the same time, it’s turned out to be the best thing, because if I hadn’t lost my leg, and I hadn’t learned to snowboard, I don’t know exactly where I’d be.

It gives me direction.

I’m one of the featured adaptive riders in the new film Snowblind.

For more information on the Snowblind movie, check out snowblindthemovie.com. To find me on the site, click RIDERS, and you’ll see my name on the left-hand side.