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Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center (BOEC)

Since 1976, Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center (BOEC) has provided life changing outdoor learning experiences to people of all abilities, providing a sense of freedom to those who are routinely excluded from outdoor activity due to a disability or special need. Whether adaptive skiing in the Adaptive Ski and Snowboard Program at Breckenridge or Keystone Ski Resorts, paddling the West’s great rivers, or mastering the high ropes course, BOEC inspires people of all abilities to discover new places, learn new skills and rekindle their spirit in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains.

 

BOEC offers camps and retreats for individuals and custom group programs to anyone with any type of disability throughout the calendar year. Available for individual sign-up are a number of adaptive recreation camps, retreats and activities. Each of these camps and retreats are designed for specific needs, age and ability levels. The custom group programs are custom-designed, multi-day, overnight adaptive recreation experiences for groups and agencies that are tailored to the ability level of the participants. These programs include all meals, activity instruction, 24-hr. supervision, special equipment and on-course transportation. We offer both site-based & wilderness activities from rock climbing, canoeing, white water rafting, hiking, team initiatives, ropes course, Nordic skiing, outdoor skills, Leave No Trace environmental ethics and so much more.

 

BOEC’s programming can be separated out into four different categories; winter, summer, internships and volunteers. Within these categories, we conduct over 10,500 participant days annually, serving 2,800 individuals per year. BOEC also provides over $250,000 per year in scholarships for participants with financial needs.

 

BOEC evaluates the effectiveness of its programs on an ongoing basis by partnering with the US Department of Education and Colorado Department of Rehabilitative Services. Programs have shown significant positive impact on participants’ lives. BOEC also partners with equipment manufacturers in research and development for adaptive technology.

 

BOEC is a Colorado 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Through various special events and contributions from individuals, foundations, businesses and government agencies from around the country, BOEC is able to provide high quality programs that are affordable and accessible.

 

It is said that “Attitudes are the real disabilities.” BOEC endorses this view and welcomes all who are interested to become part of a very unique family. Simply contact us and we will find an educational experience that is perfect for you and your needs.

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Backpacking

Alpine/Downhill Skiing

Alpine skiing, or downhill skiing, is the pastime of sliding down snow-covered slopes on skis.  There are tons of disabled skiers flying down the slopes across the country. Experienced skiers make it look easy as they swoosh and cut their way through powdery (and sometimes not so powdery) snow. While it takes some practice to refine…

Camping

Canoeing

There is a lot to the sport – more than numbers on the scoreboard, the human side to this is a very powerful experience and I think all the para-athletes can appreciate that they are working to help each other. It brings countries and people together in a marvelous way.Jan Whitaker, President of Paralympic Sport…

Cycling

Rain, sleet, snow, or hail … it seems that no matter the weather, you can always see a cyclist biking for pleasure, on an errand, or keeping fit. The love of bike riding is rapidly growing across nearly every demographic. Cycling has always been a great way to enjoy the outdoors, socialize with fellow bikers,…

Fishing

Flyfishing made a real big difference in my recovery and helped flip that switch from thinking about negative things to positive things. There is a lot of peace and a lot of connecting with nature involved with fishing. – David Folkerts, Chief Operations Officer of Project Healing Waters   Fishing 101 Photo Credits: Matt Romero,…

Hiking

Take a Hike! Outdoor Adventure Awaits Everyone is concerned with fitness these days. Many people are also concerned with watching their personal budget, too. So what activity offers fun and fitness as well as being easy on the wallet? The answer is hiking, and almost everybody can do it, whether it’s simply utilizing community park…

Nordic Skiing

Rafting

About Adaptive Rafting Considered an extreme adventure sport, rafting, or white water rafting, is a popular recreational activity. With the help of a guide, you make your way down the river, maneuvering through rapids, and navigating around rocks. You can choose the experience you want, whether it be a relaxing ride down the river or…

Rock Climbing

One of the things I like about rock climbing is that it always gives you little triumphs. You can reach new levels, you are never out of challenges, and you can do it pretty much anywhere. – Jarem Frye, Climbing Enthusiast and K12 Prosthetics founder   Becoming Familiar with Adaptive Climbing For a full body…

Ropes Course

Snowboarding

All About Snowboarding History Thank you to Lindsay Schultz for contributing information to this article. Pipelines, shredding, jibbers, and boardercross are all part of the colorful trappings of what’s attracting winter sports lovers to the country’s newest and most popular pursuit of things-that-go-bump-in-the-snow. Otherwise known as snowboarding….. Originally embraced by preteen and adolescent males who…

Snowshoeing

Snowshoeing 101 Getting Started It’s time for the fresh, chilly air and peaceful scenery offered by winter sports. If you’re looking for a way to improve balance and spatial awareness, and to get exercise at a level that you can set for yourself, consider adaptive snowshoeing this season. Snowshoeing is the “quiet” snow sport, according…

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