May 27, 2025
Veterans with PTSD turn to the outdoors to improve mental health
Nothing could stop Sandi Braunstein from carving her way down a ski run at Snowmass Resort in Colorado. She glided over the snow alongside her two coaches, Jeff and Erik, who were there to instruct and support her as she made turns down the mountain.
April 22, 2025
The National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic gets nearly 400 disabled vets on the slopes
The annual Miracles on the Mountainside event trains veterans in Nordic style sports from skiing to fishing. These are vets who suffered traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, amputations and more.
April 17, 2025
Blind and Low Vision Gather at Recent Winter Sports Clinic
For the third year running, BVA hosted a meeting of the VIPs (Visually Impaired Participants) at the 39th annual VA National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic (WSC) in Snowmass Village, Colorado, March 31-April 5.
April 15, 2025
National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic
For nearly four decades, “The National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic” has helped many disabled veterans overcome obstacles and challenge their perceived limitations, while encouraging a healthy, active lifestyle.
April 10, 2025
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April 9, 2025
Miracles On a Mountainside: Disabled Veterans Clinic
Alex and Cece discuss a week-long event designed to bring veterans together through adaptive sports. For more information, visit wintersportsclinic.org.
April 7, 2025
Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic “Miracles on a Mountainside”
This past weekend wrapped up what’s called “Miracles on a Mountainside”. It’s the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic.
April 7, 2025
Miracles on a mountainside: 400 veterans gather for adaptive sports in Colorado
For nearly four decades, the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic has helped many of our nation’s disabled veterans overcome obstacles while encouraging a healthy lifestyle.
April 6, 2025
News commentary: How women in prosthetics are transforming lives
Each year an essential first stop for Veterans skiing in adaptive equipment at the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic is the Seating, Prosthetic Limb and Boot Fit room.
April 4, 2025
Miracles on a Mountainside
For nearly four decades, “The National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic” has helped many disabled veterans overcome obstacles and challenge their perceived limitations, while encouraging a healthy, active lifestyle.
April 4, 2025
Tri-Cities veterans participating in national sports clinic
SNOWMASS, Co. (WJHL) — A group of veterans from the Tri-Cities is representing the Mountain Home VA at the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic in Colorado.
April 4, 2025
Miracles on a Mountainside: Winter Sports Clinic helps vets feel stoked!
Every year vets shred the slopes of Snowmass, Colorado at The National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic. We’re joined by Army veteran, Frances Osorio-Rivera, who as a single leg amputee went from being severely injured to becoming an inspiring pro kite surfer.
April 4, 2024
Disabled veterans prepare for ‘Miracle on the Mountainside’
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The 2025 National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic is getting underway. Now in its 39th year, the competition fosters recovery and community as disabled veterans put their winter-sport skills to the test.
April 4, 2025
Las Vegas local participate in disabled veterans winter sports clinic
Las Vegas local participate in disabled veterans winter sports clinic
April 3, 2025
Local Veteran Participates in National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic
One local veteran, Margaret Laneri, is participating in the 39th National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic (NDVWSC) in Aspen-Snowmass, CO, which runs through April 5.
April 3, 2025
Adaptive sports offer purpose, strength for Manvel veteran Candice Caesar
Candice Caesar hit a rapid downward spiral 10 years ago. With her son, Trevor, set to soon graduate from Manvel High School, Caesar felt she was dealt a bleak crossroads.
April 1, 2025
Local disabled Veterans participate in Winter Sports Clinic
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WFXG) – 3 local disabled Veterans who receive care from the VA Augusta Health system, are participating in the 39th National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic in Aspen-Snowmass, Colorado.
April 1, 2025
Clinic offers Jacksonville veteran new lease on life through adaptive skiing
JACKSONVILLE, Onslow County —For the 17th consecutive year, Jacksonville resident Scott Nyman is back on the slopes in Snowmass, Colorado, participating in the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic, a one-of-a-kind event designed to help veterans with rehabilitation through sports and outdoor activities.
April 1, 2025
Winter Sports Clinic offers ‘Miracles on a Mountainside’
“Miracles on a Mountainside” are set to occur this week in Snowmass Village, Colorado, as the Department of Veterans Affairs and Disabled American Veterans co-host the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic.
April 1, 2025
39th annual National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic comes to Snowmass
Veterans from across the country are gathering in Snowmass this week for the 39th annual National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic, a transformative program that empowers disabled veterans to challenge their limits, redefine their capabilities, and connect with others through adaptive winter sports in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.
March 31, 2025
JJ’s Star Spangled Salute: A Blind Veteran Experiences The Joy of Winter Sports
Today, we salute U.S. Army Veteran John Albrecht. A proud Veteran, John began losing his eyesight in 2017. Soon, he was legally blind in both eyes.
March 30, 2025
Disabled veterans make their way to winter sports clinic in Aspen
A group of veterans with disabilities are making their way to Aspen for the annual Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic.
March 30, 2025
A blind veteran from Stark County is relishing his chance to ski, snowmobile
A blind veteran from Stark County is hitting the slopes next week. John Albrecht, 78, a U.S. Army veteran from the North Canton area, will participate in the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic, in which hundreds of veterans will travel to Aspen-Snowmass, Colorado.
March 29, 2025
Miracles on a mountaintop: St. Clair Shores veteran looking to win a few more medals
Tonora Shannon, 56, of St. Clair Shores is blind but that has never stopped her from giving things a try like snowmobiling and even skydiving. It’s the joy of living that’s led her to compete in the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic (NDVWSC).
March 28, 2025
Houston-area Veterans participate in National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic
“The Winter Sports Clinic epitomizes the strength, courage, and determination of our Veterans,” said Lindsey Crain, Interim Director of the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston. “I’m excited for our southeast Texas Veterans to have this impactful experience as part of their health care journey.”
March 28, 2025
Local veterans to participate in 2025 Winter Sports Clinic
Several local veterans will take part in the 39th National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic from March 31 to April 5 in Aspen-Snowmass, Colorado.
March 28, 2025
Northeast Ohio Veteran to participate in National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic
A local Notheast Ohio Veteran will participate in the 39th National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic (NDVWSC), March 31–April 5 in Aspen-Snowmass, Colorado. John Albrecht, 78, of North Canton, served in the United States Army.
March 28, 2025
Las Vegas Valley veterans set to take part in disabled winter sports event
A local Marine Corps Veteran is set to take part in a special experience this weekend. Charles Hensel will embark on a journey of overcoming obstacles as a disabled veteran.
March 28, 2025
Area Veterans Compete In “Miracles on the Mountainside”
Four Veterans from the VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System will participate in the 39th National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic (NDVWSC) in Aspen-Snowmass, Colorado, from March 31 to April 5.
March 27, 2025
Local veteran set to take part in disabled winter sports event
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March 22, 2025
Disabled Veterans Overcome Obstacles Through Adaptive Sports
SNOWMASS VILLAGE, Colo. – Veterans with disabilities often face significant challenges after military service, including traumatic brain injuries (TBI), spinal cord injuries, vision loss or amputations. For some, recovery can be incredibly difficult. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recognizes the value traditional and recreational therapy-based models play in the healing process. During the week of March 31 – April 5, 2025, VA and DAV (Disabled American Veterans) will co-host the 39th National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic (NDVWSC), also referred to as Miracles on a Mountainside.
March 21, 2025
Las Vegas Valley veterans to compete in winter sports event in Colorado
A pair of Southern Nevada veterans are set to participate in the 39th annual National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic in Colorado, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs said.
March 21, 2025
On the Fly: Coming soon — the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic
Most anglers enjoy giving back, and there are opportunities to assist disabled Veterans in early April in conjunction with the Roaring Fork Valley Fly Fishing Club and other local volunteers.
March 19, 2025
Two Baltimore County vets compete in National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic
BALTIMORE — Two Baltimore County residents are heading to Colorado to compete in the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic. Harvey Guary is an Air Force veteran who is legally blind. But, he’s not letting that slow him down.
March 17, 2025
Disabled Veterans Conquer the Slopes as Winter Sports Clinic Kicks Off at Aspen Snowmass, CO, on March 31
The mission of the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic is to involve disabled Veterans with spinal cord injuries, amputations, neurological disorders, visual impairments, and other profound injuries and medical concerns in challenging therapeutic outdoor experiences and education.
April 25, 2024
MI Veteran, Jill Wolfe, talks about her time at the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic
A local army veteran is back home from Colorado after participating alongside hundreds of other athletes from around the country at the 38th National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic.
April 19, 2024
Mt. Jewett native wins award in Snowmass, Colorado
Dan Swanson holding the “Bob Gilmour Alpine Ski Instructor Extraordinaire Award” with Teresa Parks, Director of the DAV Winter Sports Clinic.
April 18, 2024
Winter adventure inspires disabled vet
Fellow vets at sports clinic ‘alive and vibrant,’ says ex-Marine. A blanket of freshly fallen Colorado powder helped make Cohen Rautenkranz’s latest snowboarding adventure unforgettable.
April 13, 2024
National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic Supports 10,000 Disabled Veterans
There are many programs and organizations throughout the country that provide support to veterans with disabilities.
April 9, 2024
‘The best feeling in the whole wide world’: Army veteran finds camaraderie and freedom in adaptive snowboarding
For Army veteran Amanda Seward, it’s hard to top a day of snowboarding on the mountain — especially when there’s a sizeable crew involved.
April 8, 2024
A bullet nearly killed him. Now, this veteran finds camaraderie on the slopes
U.S. Army Veteran Brian Wells suffered a head injury so severe that medics didn’t expect him to survive. For this soldier, starting the healing process would require him to redefine his life.
April 8, 2024
‘It’s very emotional’: Army veteran returns to ‘life-changing’ winter sports clinic for third year
Frances Osorio Rivera first came to the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic in Snowmass Village in 2019, after her coach and physical therapist at the Miami VA urged her to apply to the clinic.
April 8, 2024
Disabled veterans hit the slopes in Aspen
ASPEN, Colo. (KREX) — The Department of Veterans Affairs and Disabled American Veterans partnered to host the yearly National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic in Snowmass.
April 7, 2024
Aspen’s T Lazy 7 Ranch hosts disabled vets for 28th year
U.S. Navy veteran Joseph Bailey Jr. wrestled his helmet off in a snow-covered meadow at T Lazy 7 Ranch outside of Aspen on Thursday morning and recounted with a grin the exhilaration of his snowmobile ride.
April 7, 2024
Adaptive equipment helps disabled veterans experience ‘the thrill and exhilaration of sports’ at annual clinic in Snowmass
At the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic in Snowmass Village, an entire semi-truck trailer filled with adaptive equipment ensures that hundreds of participants can get out on the mountain.
April 6, 2024
Disabled veterans back in Snowmass
At the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic in Snowmass Village, an entire semi-truck trailer filled with adaptive equipment ensures that hundreds of participants can get out on the mountain.
April 5, 2024
JJ’s Star Spangled Salute: A Veteran Conquers a Mountain of Challenges
Today we honor Army Veteran Brenda Reed. For Brenda, her time in the Army was nothing short of a nightmare. Forced to run in men’s combat boots, and told to ‘suck it up and get back to work.” By the time she was ordered to the clinic her foot had broken in 4 places and healed wrong.
April 4, 2024
Osceola veteran participating in National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic
It can often be difficult for disabled veterans to find a positive light in their lives. But for Osceola veteran Kenneth Brookins, skiing has provided an opportunity to reclaim some joy and independence.
April 4, 2024
Disabled Army veteran finds joy in taking part in adaptive sports
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – This week, a national five-day event in Colorado is giving disabled veterans a chance to overcome challenges and enjoy adaptive sports and recreation.
April 3, 2024
Grovetown veteran participates in Colo. winter sports event
SNOWMASS VILLAGE, Colo. (WRDW/WAGT) – Justin Hall, 36, an Army veteran from Grovetown, is joining several other veterans who receive their care at VA Augusta Health Care System this week in participating in the 38th National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic in Aspen-Snowmass, Colo.
April 1, 2024
Lift Lines: David Schadle
Ringing cowbells, upbeat music and loud cheers from an enthusiastic crowd formed the soundtrack for the Shining Stars Winter Games on Thursday, as kids with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses competed in a series of slalom races on Buttermilk Mountain.
March 31, 2024
National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic returns to Snowmass
38-year-old program will serve 10,000th veteran participant
March 29, 2024
South-central Pennsylvania veterans participate in VA winter sports clinic
Two veterans served by the Lebanon VA Health Care System will take to the slopes in April to try adaptive sports at the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic in Aspen, Colorado.
March 29, 2024
Disabilities won’t stop these Naperville vets from skiing, curling and doing other sports at national clinic
Two Naperville women will be among 400 disabled military veterans from across the country showcasing their athletic abilities at an upcoming sports clinic in Colorado.
March 28, 2024
North Branch Veteran participates in National Disabled Veterans winter sports clinic
Jose Garcia, age 62, an Air Force Veteran from North Branch, will participate in the 38th National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic (NDVWSC), April 1 to 7 in Aspen-Snowmass, Colorado.
March 27, 2024
Disabled Vet Frances Rivera Has Wind in Her Sails
Frances Rivera never skied on two legs. Growing up in Puerto Rico, she didn’t have a lot of opportunity to take up snowsports, nor much interest.
March 26, 2024
Illinois Veteran from Bourbonnais to Shine at Colorado’s National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic
Two Naperville women will be among 400 disabled military veterans from across the couSNOWMASS VILLAGE, Colo. – Anthony Woodson, a blind veteran from Bourbonnais, Illinois, is set to participate in the transformative 38th National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic in Aspen-Snowmass, Colorado. ntry showcasing their athletic abilities at an upcoming sports clinic in Colorado.
March 24, 2024
Illinois Veteran from Bourbonnais to Shine at Colorado’s National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic
While deployed with the U.S. Army’s 3rd Infantry Division on a United Nations peacekeeping mission in Kosovo in 2001, Corporal Adam Greathouse contracted a bacterial infection in his lungs. He went into acute respiratory distress and suffered a traumatic brain injury due to a lack of oxygen.