In this episode, we focus on accessibility in the Great Lakes region. How does a wheelchair user navigate at a beach? How does a blind person enjoy the coasts? We talk with leaders that have been working to make the outdoors more accessible for people with disabilities. You can expect to hear from people like Damian Buchman; the founder and executive director of the Ability Center, who helped make a Wisconsin beach the most accessible beach in the country. But we were also curious about the rest of the beaches across the state. We talk to Courtney Gunville and Natalie Chin about how accessible it really is to visit our coasts. Finally, we speak to John Stratte, the owner of Pine Forest Lodge, who provides accessible outdoor activities at his northwoods retreat.

Special thanks to our guests:

Damian Buchman, The Ability Center

John Stratte, Pine Forest Lodge

Courtney Gunville, Wisconsin Sea Grant (former)

Natalie Chin, Wisconsin Sea Grant

Links

Pine Forest Lodge 

The Ability Center