Post by snowyh on Feb 18, 2016 3:17:45 GMT -7
The Cooperative Wilderness Handicapped Outdoor Group, a regional self-help group, was established in 1981 to provide recreational opportunities for people of all abilities. The program is part of Idaho State University in Pocatello, Idaho.
C.W. HOG has established four goals:
- Provide challenging outdoor adventure activities in a supportive environment.
- Establish a supportive social network for people with disabilities and able bodied individuals.
- Further societal integration by building ties between individuals with disabilities and other community members.
- Educate the community to accept and value people with disabilities.
From within the security of a supportive peer group, individuals redefine their physical and emotional boundaries. Activities are directed by group consensus and are not watered down or contrived. Through self direction, participants gain the skills to initiate activities independently and for the benefit of the group. Classes taught through the C.W. HOG Program include weight training, swimming, martial arts, snow skiing, and water skiing. Students learn to build strength, endurance, and flexibility. This ability training is not only necessary for participation in adventure activities, but also for everyday living.
URL: www.isu.edu/cwhog/kumboo/History/history.html
C.W. HOG has established four goals:
- Provide challenging outdoor adventure activities in a supportive environment.
- Establish a supportive social network for people with disabilities and able bodied individuals.
- Further societal integration by building ties between individuals with disabilities and other community members.
- Educate the community to accept and value people with disabilities.
From within the security of a supportive peer group, individuals redefine their physical and emotional boundaries. Activities are directed by group consensus and are not watered down or contrived. Through self direction, participants gain the skills to initiate activities independently and for the benefit of the group. Classes taught through the C.W. HOG Program include weight training, swimming, martial arts, snow skiing, and water skiing. Students learn to build strength, endurance, and flexibility. This ability training is not only necessary for participation in adventure activities, but also for everyday living.
URL: www.isu.edu/cwhog/kumboo/History/history.html