Tag: national park

Accessible Adventure In and Around Moab, Utah (Scooter Not Required)

Car-hiking at its best! Seriously. If your soul longs to be immersed in mile upon mile of spectacular scenery, head to Moab, Utah (preferably April through October). There's plenty of accessible adventure for people of all mobility levels. Moab, Utah is a lovely and convenient home base to Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Scenic … Continue reading Accessible Adventure In and Around Moab, Utah (Scooter Not Required) →

Accessibility at Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hoodoo Moab offers excellent accessibility lodgings with a touch of luxury - with one glaring exception, which I will get to momentarily. Conveniently located near Moab's many natural attractions, this hotel makes for an enjoyable and relaxing vacay for travelers with accessibility requirements, travelers like us. My husband and I, along with our caregiver, recently … Continue reading Accessibility at Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by Hilton →

Best places to spin, sup, and sleep in accessible Zion National Park

Support Claire Of the twelve southwestern national parks encompassed within The Grand Circle, Zion is the jewel in the crown. Here are some tips to maximize accessible travel for people with disabilities. Get yourself an Access Pass (You can thank me later.) The national parks issue an Access Pass for US citizens with permanent disabilities. You … Continue reading Best places to spin, sup, and sleep in accessible Zion National Park →

Driftwood Lodge, Springdale, UT (Zion National Park)

Support Claire I look forward to the day when all ADA accommodations are this well thought out. With ample space, appropriate bathroom fittings and easy access parking to a relatively new, ground-floor unit, Driftwood Lodge is the place to stay for accessible travel accommodations when visiting Zion National Park. But wait, there’s more! Entry: Upon arrival … Continue reading Driftwood Lodge, Springdale, UT (Zion National Park) →

ADA Accessible Zion National Park

Support Claire Of the twelve southwestern national parks encompassed within The Grand Circle, Zion is the jewel in the crown. Here are some tips to maximize accessible travel for people with disabilities. Get yourself an Access Pass (You can thank me later.) The national parks issue an Access Pass for US citizens with permanent disabilities. You … Continue reading ADA Accessible Zion National Park →

Joshua Tree National Park Plans ADA Upgrade

Support Claire My husband and I were delighted and impressed by Superintendent, David Smith's response to our visitor comments regarding accessibility at Joshua Tree National Park. Check it out: Dear Ms. Szabo-Cassella, Thank you for taking the time to reach out to me about your recent experience at the park. Although I am always grateful … Continue reading Joshua Tree National Park Plans ADA Upgrade →

Seeing the Grand Canyon by Scooter

Support Claire Making Accessibility Happen Every national park has a visitor comment form that you can pick up at the guard station or sometimes e-mail online.  Sharing your experiences - positive or negative - makes a difference. Here's what I sent to: Superintendent, Chris Lehnertz P.O. Box 129 Grand Canyon, AZ 86023 My sincere thanks … Continue reading Seeing the Grand Canyon by Scooter →

Going Places

NOW SHOWING...Red Scooter Diaries, the documentary. View here: Support Claire Actively engaging with the world is essential for body and soul. Mine anyway. As someone living with FSH muscular dystrophy, getting out of the house, out of my head and into the world is as life-sustaining as breathing good, fresh air. Here's the rub: Mother … Continue reading Going Places →

Joshua Tree National Park

Support Claire Making Accessibility Happen Every national park has a visitor comment form that you can pick up at the guard station or e-mail online.  Sharing your experiences - positive or negative - makes a difference. Here's what I sent to jotr_info@nps.gov Greetings, Superintendent of beautiful Joshua Tree National Park, Suggestions: As someone living with … Continue reading Joshua Tree National Park →