Ski for Light, Inc.

Skiing, sharing, learning. Enhancing quality of life and independence for visually or mobility-impaired adults, through cross-country skiing. Founded 1975.

[Ski for Light, Inc. @skiforlight]

Big thanks to @NBCNewsNow for spotlighting visually impaired skier Greg Andrews and his guide, SFL President Julie Coppens, in this awesome segment beginning around ~2:45. Greg: "The guides are a beacon of light." 😍 https://t.co/YgigGyaQVt
@SnowMtnRanch @Sports4Vets @DAVHQ

[Vision Loss Resources @visionlossmn]

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We're excited to join hands with @skiforlight as they bring forth an extraordinary event that celebrates inclusivity and adventure. Introducing the week-long cross-country skiing experience tailored for individuals who are visually impaired.

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"The stories, images, and figures... show how another January disappointment became a December celebration."
- SFL President Julie Coppens, writing in our 2022 Annual Report👇
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#AnnualReport #adaptivesports #nonprofits @SonsofNorway @birkie @Ridderrennet

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"While 2022 was by no means a normal year, as reflected again in our financial statements, it was a good year—thanks to the spirit of our participants, the commitment of our volunteers, the creativity and capability of our leadership team, and of course, the generosity of YOU..."

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The Wisconsin sun shone bright this Friday morning on our first @birkie ParaBirkie as presenting sponsor! Congrats to all #parabirkie participants, and thanks to the guides and volunteers who support these awesome adaptive athletes. #DisabilityTwitter #birkie2023 #birkiefever

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We made it to the @birkie! SFL is proud to sponsor the ParaBirkie adaptive race, and we have several pairs participating in that, among other events. We also had the honor of meeting Birkie legend Ernie St. Germaine at Wednesday’s welcome party. Come cheer us on! #birkiefever

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We made it across the line! Here's 101-year-old #blindskier Charlie Wirth (age is just a bib number) with guide Karen Anderson, all smiles as they finish the SFL Race/Rally Saturday at @SnowMtnRanch. Congrats to all participants, and huge thanks to our supporters. @sonsofnorway

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"This is cross-country ski heaven here" - and we can't wait to test out our snow-angel wings in Rhinelander! Thanks to Up North@4 with @natemeihak & Geoff @WJFW12 for welcoming Mike and Marie to preview SFL2024, coming to the Wisconsin Northwoods.
https://t.co/C8rmGtjMVC

[Ski for Light, Inc. @skiforlight]

Ready for an EXCLUSIVE sneak preview of SFL '24, coming to Rhinelander, Wisc., Jan. 28-Feb. 4, 2024? Tune in to UpNorth@4 on @WJFW12 this Thursday! Hosts Nate @natemeihak and Geoff will talk with SFLers Mike, Cara and Marie, on site this week scouting trails and making friends.

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The adventure starts now: Applications for SFL 2023 in Granby, Colorado, our first in-person International Event since 2020, are live on our website! We're seeing a very strong early response, and space is limited, so... better act fast 👉 https://t.co/eqknWLCWuw

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Hot off the presses! The 2021 SFL Annual Report celebrates our community's strength and ingenuity, as we've stayed active and connected through the pandemic. DM to request a print copy by mail, or access the pdf on our website:
https://t.co/7PCuLg56l4

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It's not the pay; it's the perks! Last night's unofficial "Job Fair" revealed why SFL is such a great place to #volunteer--and how to put your own time and talents to work. If you missed Julie's fun and informative Zoom session, here's the recording:
https://t.co/HvPHpOz5ij

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This season's hottest read: the SFL Spring Bulletin is out! Edited by Andrea Goddard, it's an informative and inspiring collection of updates and adventure tales from the Ski for Light community. Access electronic versions or subscribe on our website: https://t.co/bF1pwttsq4

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#HomeExercise has been a big focus of our 2022 Virtual Event, now in progress. Here's one easy routine with audio description that will get your body moving and ready for any kind of workout:
https://t.co/CAeyPVFYXx
@MetroVISports @IBSABlindSports @adaptivesportsu

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"Exercise is so important--you just have to find out what works for you." 💯! Congrats to SFLers and co-authors Judy Dixon and Bonnie O'Day on their new book about fitness opportunities for people who are blind or visually impaired. And thanks to @_EyesOnSuccess podcast! 👏

[Eyes On Success @_EyesOnSuccess]

2211 Your Personal Path to Fitness (3/16/22)
https://t.co/kbfrneGtni
with Judy Dixon & Bonnie O'Day about their new book “Your Personal Path To Fitness” & fitness opportunities available to people who are blind or low vision.

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Can't ski? Come Zoom with us! Click here to learn more and register (free) for our virtual event, coming to a screen near you this Wednesday-Friday, March 23-25. Described yoga, special interest sessions, live auction, chat rooms and more.
https://t.co/eqknWLCWuw

[European Disability Forum @MyEDF]

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‼️ EDF reiterates its call on leaders involved in the war in Ukraine to ensure the safety of persons with disabilities & their equal access to humanitarian aid, basic services, and crucial information on safety and evacuation.
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SFLers Mike Evelo, Larry Behne, Brian Christoffel, Don Evans, Rod Maddoux and more friends not pictured here are at @Birkie in northern Wisconsin, skiing in various events and promoting Ski for Light. If you're in the neighborhood, stop by our Expo booth to say hello! #birkie2022

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How accessible and workable do you find these tools, as a customer or as a client? Willing to share your experience, to help us decide on a major IT investment for SFL? Comment here or DM, and we'll pass your feedback to the volunteers working on this project. Thanks!

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Tech #accessibility Q for friends with visual impairments: We're looking to update our #CRMSoftware to streamline event apps, track donations, protect org data etc. Have you used platforms like @salesforce, @OracleCX or others that might not be on our radar? cont'd...