Adaptive Sport Block Growing Adaptive Sports Tourism Fans and Athletes — 20 min; Peak Accessibility: Expanding Mountain Experiences from Winter Snow to Summer Sun — 40 min

Growing Adaptive Sports Tourism Fans and Athletes: As destinations compete to attract sporting events, disability sport represents an important opportunity, from Paralympians to youth and amateur sports. This session explores what it takes to successfully host adapted sports and build destinations that welcome athletes, fans, and their families.

Peak Accessibility: While more than 100 North American ski resorts feature dedicated adaptive snow sports programs, leading mountain destinations are expanding accessibility beyond the winter season. From adaptive mountain biking and kayaking to accessible trail networks, adaptive innovations and equipment are helping mountain communities build year-round outdoor experiences.

How Visit Mammoth Lakes is working with Access Mammoth to scale accessibility to new heights: A look at how Visit Mammoth Lakes and Access Mammoth are working together to expand accessibility and create more opportunities for visitors to experience the destination.

Vermont Adaptive: ROI on Adaptive Sports: A case study on the economic and community impact of Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports’ programs and initiatives, drawing on research showing that Vermont Adaptive contributes more than $10.3 million annually to Vermont’s economy. The session will explore job creation, tax revenue, participants, families, volunteers, major events, and the broader economic impact of adaptive recreation, as well as the importance of partnerships with state tourism organizations.