The Florida nonprofit, Wheelchairs 4 Kids, is dedicated to improving the lives of children with physical disabilities. This is the second time they’ve taken a group skiing. via AmyWadas
“I’m honestly kind of scared first, but I’m actually kind of excited now,” she said.
The Florida girl has seen snow before, but never played in it — yet alone skied down it. She's in good hands, thanks to staff at Breckenridge Ski Resort, who are teaching her the ropes. “Pretty amazing," Jade's father, Kurt Hemphill, said about his daughter learning a new skill."You know, we couldn't believe it. Like when she came down the first time, she was a little bit scared. But the second time, she was having so much fun." “We just knew she was going to be our daughter. So it’s been an amazing journey with her,” said Jade’s mother, Kelly Hemphill. “We are so grateful for Wheelchairs 4 Kids to give us this opportunity.
The nonprofit teamed up with Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center, which provides ski and snowboard lessons for people with disabilities and special needs. “It’s a really rewarding job for all my staff and myself and giving people the opportunity to get on the hill and enjoy the sports we all love to do,” said Jeff Inouye, ski program director for the Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center. “It was cool. It was great,” said Jade. “I actually got to experience everything and have snowball fights.”The Follow UpWhat do you want Denver7 to follow up on? Is there a story, topic or issue you want us to revisit? Let us know with the contact form below.
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