In this episode, we talk with Jason Strickland, director of communications for The National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic. In this week-long event, veterans from 42 different states and 80 VA medical centers or clinics participate in activities such as skiing, fly fishing, rock climbing, and even sled hockey. Participants have a variety of disabilities, including profound disabilities, vision impairment, spinal cord injuries, amputations, and traumatic brain injuries. Organizers work with DAV to bring in sponsors who are committed to serving the veteran community, especially those suffering from disabilities.
Additionally, we discuss how the staff and volunteers work tirelessly throughout the year to create this event. In addition to serving breakfast, repairing wheelchairs and instructing skiers, there are several volunteer opportunities available. We discuss the competitive nature of the application process for becoming a volunteer, as well as the importance of registering as early as possible.
Follow their journey on social media with the handles @Sports4Vets and at www.wintersportsclinic.org
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UPDATE: COVID-19 / Coronavirus No. 3
#187: First Women to Command a Naval Ship w/ Darlene Iskra
UPDATE: COVID-19 / Coronavirus No. 2
#186: Women in Choppers w/ Army Veteran Hallie Johnston
UPDATE: COVID-19 / Coronavirus
#185: Benefits Breakdown, Burn Pit Registry
#184: Honoring Vietnam Veterans w/ Army Veteran MG James T. Jackson
#183: 9/11 NYPD Officer to Acting w/ Marine Veteran Hiram Murray
#182: Talking Sauce w/ Air Force Veteran Charlynda Scales
#181: The 2020 State of VA
#180: Benefits Breakdown - Board of Veterans Appeals with Cheryl Mason
#179: Benefits Breakdowns, Meritorious Segments - 2019
#178: Meritorious Segments - 2019
#177: Panel - The State of Military Film
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#176: Congressional Recommendations on Military, National and Public Service w/ Veterans Shawn Skelly and Ed Allard
#175: Benefits Breakdown - Diabetes Education and Self Management
#174 Wreaths Across America w/ Army Veteran Wayne Hanson
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