Adaptive Experience Interest Form

REACH Burn Foundation is committed to making a tangible difference in the lives of survivors, ensuring that our programs empower them to thrive beyond their formal treatment.

Participants 25 years or older, seize the chance to immerse yourself in a tailored program designed to match your outdoor interests and abilities. Rediscover the joy of play and exploration, feeling as carefree and spirited as kids at heart. Summer activities include kayaking, rock climbing, ropes courses, and cycling, and our Winter event is focused on snowsports (like skiing and snowboarding) with 1-on-1 instruction from certified adaptive ski instructors. Both annual events will have team-focused activities, and our diverse range of offerings is meticulously crafted to foster healing and personal growth. Bring your sense of adventure and camaraderie as you embark on a journey of empowerment alongside a supportive community.

Our adaptive sports retreats are typically limited to 10 people. Please complete the following questionnaire to see if you qualify for participation.

We usually have one event each summer and winter, and cannot guarantee placement for the next upcoming event, but all qualifying applicants will be considered for future opportunities.

Please note: All REACH Burn Foundation Adaptive Experiences are no alcohol / substance / drug events.

Completely Free to Attend

All expenses for the retreat, including travel to and from Colorado, will be provided by the REACH Burn Foundation. We do seek assistance from Burn Foundations, often local to the participant, and through the generosity of our donors.

To be considered for participation, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Adults: 25 and older
  • Complete a health questionnaire
  • Ability to understand and follow directions
  • No open wounds
  • Ability to complete personal Activities of Daily Living
  • Minimum of 1 year from discharge since initial burn center hospitalization
  • The desire to challenge your current activity comfort zone
  • Enjoy outdoor activities (because it’s all outside)
  • Burns that required care at a burn center
  • No pulmonary or cardiac limitation, Clearance to participate from your medical provider
  • Socially receptive to meet new friends
  • REAL ID, if you will be traveling to Colorado by airplane

REAL ID - Now required for Airline Travel

If you need to fly to Colorado, you will need to have a REAL ID or valid Passport in order to get on an airplane, due to new TSA regulations that went into effect in May 2025. REACH Burn Foundation strongly recommends that you obtain a REAL ID as part of your application process. Without a REAL ID or valid Passport, you will not be able to board an airplane to come to a future retreat.