I'm unable to keep doing my past #SledgeHockey #parasports because my osteoporosis specialist says it's too dangerous for me now because of lowered bone density & higher risk of not being able to recover from accidents. That really sucks because I loved playing/training in sledge hockey. I was one of only 3 women on #VancouverIsland involved in that #sport.

Two photos from my prior sledge #hockey life:

- in BC Games jersey with my hockey helmet on & giving a what are you saying look to my coach(out of view). It was the day he moved me off defensive line & put me on offensive line because I was too aggressive on defensive & kept slamming much larger male players straight into the walls to steal the puck

- my first & only training camp with Canadian #Paralympics womens' sledge hockey team & coaches, in Vancouver. I'm wearing the number 12 jersey. I was the only woman on the island who got accepted into that training camp.

Awesome news I got early notice that my application for 2025 VISSA program was processed & I've been accepted to participate. I'm participating in annual Herb Bradley Snowsports Festival - with all gear & lessons covered for Nordic. I haven't tried their Nordic program yet & am stoked to learn! I booked a day for more sitski training too - it's only $10 for program participants.

Ojistoh, my Mohawk sister-friend, is going with me as my support friend & personal assistant.

I am SO EXCITED!
It's been 4 years since I was last able to participate in adaptive snowsports!

These photos are from my lessons in 2020.

From my photography work archive.

#Amputee #Paralympian - Stephanie Dixon.
I had the opportunity to meet an amazing past multi #GoldMedalist Paralympian at PISE. Stephanie is an incredibly inspiring young woman who has not allowed her disability to impede her dreams. I have such respect and admiration for her and it was a great at-work experience for me.

Read more about Stephanie Dixon:
https://paralympic.ca/athlete/stephanie-dixon/
She accomplished a record breaking Gold Medal achievement at the Beijing Olympics.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephanie_Dixon

Excellent 2nd #AdaptiveSailing session today! My instructor today, Kate, is very knowledgeable & keen to help me learn more so I can enter future Mobility Cup regattas. I manned sailboat for almost full session today & she gave me guidance only when needed. There was more breezes so we didn't need to be towed out or back. My next session is on August 4th ️

Lunching with Mom on back deck before we get some gardening tasks done Heading to the Indigenous Music Festival around 5:30pm Hampton Park is only 5 minutes from our home & starts at 6pm.

I'm currently trying to design a prototype for an adaptive self driven(by hand) leg lift portable pulley system for para folks to use to do rock climbing.

I'm overly excited about getting back into #AdaptiveSailing tomorrow morning! I'm out on waters at 10 AM. I'm going to arrive early as I'm not familiar with the marina setup there. It's my first time back at #ParaSailing in 10 yrs. I used to train with disabled sailing association Victoria before it was disbanded. I'm now learning with Able Sail Victoria.

#MonochromeMonday

#ParaRowing on the #GorgeWaterway

My start to para-sailing & getting re-certified for White Sails is delayed because of my dental extractions & not knowing how healing will go. I can't really start my lessons/training until I learn to talk with my immediate dentures, after final extractions. Hoping to schedule for mid-July but shall see how post-extraction healing & learning to eat/talk with dentures go.

I'm really excited though. Been wanting to get back into para-sailing since before covid. Our old program shutdown & Disabled Sailing Victoria disbanded, shortly after we lost our old homebase at CFB Naden because navy was expanding & kicked us out

#AbleSail Victoria started up & offers recreational fun #sailing experiences for #DisabledFolks who just want to enjoy being out on the water, with an experienced sailor. It also offers lessons/training for us disabled folks who want to get certified & be able to race in future regattas.

I've been participating in several different #ParaSports for a few decades. I competed in para-equestrian up to national levels for a few years & also did competitions with non-disabled equestrians. I played sledge hockey for just under 3 yrs & used to help injured NHL hockey players keep up their conditioning, while they also learned how tough sledge hockey is. I've done adaptive biathlons as well.

I refuse to let my #disabilities stop me from living a full, active & joyful life. I will adapt & keep rocking life & looking for more adaptive sports opportunities, for as long as possible!

#TeamGB's #handbike #paracycling athletes are pushing themselves to the limit with a Time Trial simulation before their next race! Come and show your support today at #ShrewsburySportsVillage on #SundorneRoad from 1pm!

#EncourageGB #ParaAthletes #PushLimits #RoadToVictory

#Memories from my time in competitive #paraequestrian #sports . I did mainly #dressage & pole bending races. Occasionally, Western barrel racing too. These two photos are from training camp (North Saanich) & #BCGames competition(Powell River). Riding Angel, a pure white Quarter/Arabian mix. I rode a big Haflinger, before switching to Angel.

If you're enjoying #TheTraitors as much as I am, paratriathlete Nicky who was recently banished has a fundraiser to get her a bionic hand and ease her chronic pain, so consider donating if you're able — nearly half way to the goal!

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/nickyneedsahand