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October 18, 2007
Recognizing and Eliminating Barriers to Participation in Hiking by the Visually Impaired
In April 2006 American Hiking Society Southeast Trail Program Director Jeffrey Hunter presented a poster entitled "Physical Activity Policy for People with Disabilities: A Trail Program that meets the Call to Action." This poster was co-authored by Jeffrey Hunter, Vision Teacher Suzanne Goodemote, and Health Scientist Dr. John Librett.
The "Call to Action" refers to the Surgeon General's 2001 report seeking to prevent and decrease overweight and obesity.
To download and view a PDF copy of our poster, which can be used to inspire and plan field trips for the visually impaired or other disabled populations on hiking trails, please visit the link below. In the coming weeks, American Hiking Society will be releasing a template for planning special events involving disabled populations on trails.
Physical Activity Policy for People with Disabilities: A Trail Program that meets the Call to Action. (157 KB) (PDF)
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Hiking and Health | By Jeffrey Hunter | 08:50 AM
