Your. . . Imagine losing the use of your legs or your arms. Even at first thought, the idea appears daunting. But not until you really think about it, not until you truly consider how much it would affect nearly every facet of your life, do you attain even a mild understanding of what it is like to be disabled. Everything changes - your mind, your body, your perception of the world.
Simple activities become challenging or even impossible.
For the physically challenged, the outdoors can often be a coveted yet unreachable destination. Picture trying to navigate your favorite hiking trail or sandy beach in a wheelchair, or going surfing at the Lane without the use of an arm. Your favorite activities become suddenly difficult and time-consuming, often requiring attentive assistance from a friend or helper. Their goal is to create a supportive community mentality and effective infrastructure such that people with disabilities can feel that the beauty of the Santa Cruz area and its myriad outdoor activities are within their reach. Shared Adventures was founded in 1991 by Foster Anderson, a Santa Cruz resident who is also quadriplegic.