The Wall of Freedom
The Wall of Freedom is a place to honor the journey of our participants. Here, we celebrate personal milestones of independence, moments of pure joy, and the deep connections forged in the heart of the wild.
Every story shared here acts as a beacon of hope, reminding us that nature belongs to everyone and that no threshold is too high to cross together.
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Kent M.
"When I first saw this chair, I honestly just thought it looked cool—that was the main reason I wanted it. But once I actually started using it, I had no idea how much it would transform my emotional well-being and give me back my sense of freedom. I was no longer sitting on the sidelines, watching others do the things I used to be able to do.
This trackchair brought back a piece of my heart that I thought was gone forever: the simple joy of walking and being in the outdoors. I’ve always loved nature—the bliss of listening to birds and crickets, and watching wildlife in their natural element. But being able to take a hike through the woods with my wife, completely without barriers or limitations, made me feel more connected to her than ever in our seven years together. That is something no amount of money can buy, but something I would pay everything for. That feeling is priceless, and I am forever grateful."
Shawn S.
When I first tried out the Track chair I was excited about it but truly it was hard to get used to it jerkyness and you must have a well bodied person with you to handle the body's positions when navigating an area you choose to explore or experience, and because the chair is on tracks it is not a smooth ride for the individual in Track chair but I would recommend that you try it out for yourself if you want to be without limits
Jessica M.
I am one half of an interabled (but also “big on fun and adventure”) couple. We have a “let’s figure out how to make this happen” philosophy. But since he has quadriplegia, sometimes this philosophy lands us in some precarious, unique, or even scary situations. Sometimes “making it work” means he loses dignity while I tug, pull, or drag him across inaccessible areas. We have to think and act quickly and often creatively and I better have some serious strength to navigate in the world, the beach is probably the worst. It’s just me pushing and pulling and tugging with all my might in sand as we sink, it’s exhausting…unless you have an all terrain track wheelchair and then you get to walk together down the beach. Feel the surf under your feet. Watch birds. Talk to people. Talk to each other. Laugh and play. It’s the difference between surviving a trip and finding peace and relaxation on a trip together.
Our Collective Strength
Every story shared on the Wall of Freedom is a testament to the resilience of our community and the vital importance of accessible nature. These moments of connection fuel our mission every day.
1.25 million
adults in KY have a disability
987,000+
ADULTS in KY provide care to a loved one
1.5%
of the area's trails and natural beauty are available to these families
100%
of the area's trails, outdoor beauty and recreation & Health activies become available with Wheelable Wilderness equipment & Programs!
Last updated: April 29, 2026