Ski for Light 2007

SFL Explodes the myth of winter snow hazards for wheelchair users. Have medical personnel told you how dangerous and messy it is for wheelchair users to be in the winter's ice and snow? SFL shows you how to deal with and enjoy old man winter.

SFL opens new doors to physical fitness for wheelchair users. Cross-country skiers, able or disabled, consistently show the highest aerobic capacities and a capability for improved endurance than any other type of athlete. Tired of pushing a wheelchair? SFL shows you by using ski poles, a better way to move your chair and improve your range of motion functions.

SFL is for both non-competitive personalities and those with a sharp desire to race. (We all seem to get non-competitive out in a snowy woods miles from nowhere.) Yet, ten present or former members of the U.S. Disabled Cross-Country Ski Team got their start at SKI FOR LIGHT.

SFL is not just cross country skiing. Almost continuous activities are offered for those who think sleep is something to catch up on the flight home. There are live bands, DJ's, special interest sessions about everything from wheelchair dancing to speaking Norwegian. There are hot tub meetings and great food. SFL is not a place to begin a diet! And, you can learn about the "Summiter" and The Mountain Beast, both adaptive devices used for climbing mountains by mobility impaired climbers.

Do you have a network of friends around the world who can provide lodging and help when you get that urge to wander? You will have a network after one week at SFL. Even if your shy and sort of anti-social, we can at least guarantee that your Holiday Greeting Card list is going to get a lot longer!

What is the biggest problem with attending a SFL event? Finding the money to come back again the next year and hoping there is room for alumni to return. (We give priority to new participants.)

Is SFL just for wheelchair users? Nope, most participants are blind. There will be about 120 blind skiers, 10 what we call "mobility impaired" and another 130 skiers that serve as one-on-one guides to each participant. Mobility impaired skiers don't have to be chair users, we have lots of walking type, (amputee, crutch users) that attend. All that is asked is that you be able to do your own independent living skills or bring someone who will help you do those chores.

If we failed to answer any questions about our SFL program...just call 920-366-5731 and get your questions answered or e-mail at jpagels@new.rr.com or go to our WEB site at www.sfl.org.