Parks and recreation professionals play a key role in creating inclusive community spaces and connecting people with recreation opportunities. This session will highlight free resources from Move United and provide an overview of Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports, including programs, services, and resources. Participants will also explore Vermont-specific places to find adaptive programs, equipment, and vendors, along with regional and national resources. Attendees will leave with practical tools and connections to help expand inclusive recreation opportunities to individuals with disabilities in their communities.
Learning Objectives:
Identify key Move United, Vermont Adaptive, and other resources that support inclusive recreation.
Explore Vermont, regional, and national programs, equipment, vendors, and partnership opportunities.
Apply strategies and resources to expand inclusive programming and community connections.
Presenters:
Cayla Hammaker, Senior Education Manager, Move United
Cayla joined Move United in 2018 and has since played a key role in advancing the organization’s mission through the expansion of its educational resources. She contributes to the development of training resources, professional development opportunities, and tools that support a rapidly growing national network of adaptive sports providers. Her work reflects Move United’s significant evolution over the past decade, strengthening access to high-quality education and training across the field. With a background in adaptive sports and exercise and movement science, she brings a thoughtful, insight-driven perspective shaped by ongoing analysis, collaboration, and engagement across the field.
Felicia Fowler, Program Director, Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports
Felicia assumed the role of Program Director with Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports in late 2024 ater being program manager since the summer of 2022. Prior to that, she was the Program Coordinator for Sugarbush and Central Vermont programs for four years. She holds a Master’s in Therapeutic Recreation Administration from UNH as well as a Bachelor’s in Recreation Management & Policy. Prior to completing her master’s degree, she interned with the Adaptive Sports Center in Crested Butte, Colorado. Her areas of expertise include adaptive sports & recreation, youth programming, camp programming, event planning, mountain biking and snowboarding.