New England Disabled Sports (NEDS) believes that participating in outdoor recreation in a supportive, boundary-free environment provides participants with the opportunity to conquer physical, emotional, and cognitive challenges; build self-esteem and confidence; and enhances quality of life for participants and those close to them.

New England Disabled Sports also aims to educate, train, and certify all volunteer coaches and instructors to the highest skill level to ensure that the activity environment is safe and of the highest quality.

New England Disabled Sports Adaptive Snowsports Programs

NEDS Snowsports programs include:

• Skiing
• Snowboarding
• Snowshoeing
• Cross-Country Skiing

NEDS customizes snow sports sessions to meet the needs and goals of individuals and groups, regardless of skill level. The organization’s coaches – trained in the latest teaching techniques – provide a fun and safe environment in which participants experience the excitement of adaptive snow sports. Loon Mountain offers many types of terrain for skiing and snowboarding. Students can also enjoy the peaceful pleasures of snowshoeing or cross-country skiing on nearby woodland trails.

NEDS Group Programs

NEDS welcomes schools and activity groups to come out for a day, weekend or weeklong adventure at Loon Mountain Resort. NEDS will develop a wonderful winter experience to meet the needs of any group. Contact NEDS for information on group rates, registration, and local accommodations.
Wounded Warriors Project

NEDS is a proud, active supporter of the Wounded Warrior Project whose instructors participate annually in the Hartford Ski Spectacular in Breckenridge, Colorado. In addition, NEDS collaborates with Disabled Sports USA and the Wounded Warrior Project to host dozens of injured US military service personnel and their families in New Hampshire for a classic New England skiing and adaptive instruction.
Registering for a New England Disabled Sports Event

NEDS Snowsports lessons are taught in two-hour sessions ($40) every day during the winter season at 9:30 AM and 1:00 PM. Full-day sessions ($75) are also available.

Rates include equipment, lift ticket and are subject to change. Scholarships are available for participants who demonstrate a financial need. All students are required to join Disabled Sports USA. Call 603.745.6281 ex 5663 to make a reservation (recommended).

Before your first session, NEDS will ask you to fill out a registration packet. To save time, the forms are available online to download and fax back (603.745.9333). They can also be mailed to the NEDS ski office at:

New England Disabled Sports
PO Box 26
Lincoln, NH, 03251

New England Disabled Sports is one of a growing number of accessible recreation providers that enables persons with disabilities to both reclaim a passion for winter sports and embark on adaptive adventures that build confidence, self-esteem, and often encourage broader participation in life.

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