Maine Adaptive Welcomes 28 Disabled Veterans to Veterans No Boundaries Winter Camp at Sunday River and New Headquarters
Newry, Maine — January 23, 2026 — Maine Adaptive Sports & Recreation will welcome 28 veterans with disabilities, along with their families and caregivers, to the 2026 Veterans No Boundaries (VNB) Winter Camp, being held January 23–26 in Newry. When combined with family members and caregivers, more than 60 participants will attend the camp, supported by over 40 dedicated volunteers, bringing the total number of people involved to more than 100 during this four-day adaptive sports and recreation experience.
Now in its 23rd year, the Veterans No Boundaries program was created to support veterans with disabilities and their families by providing opportunities to participate in adaptive recreation together. The winter camp offers veterans and their loved ones a chance to reconnect, build community, and experience the outdoors side by side in a supportive environment.
During the weekend, participants will spend two and a half days skiing and snowboarding at Sunday River Ski Resort. They will also enjoy a full day at Maine Adaptive’s new headquarters, located at the former Hurricane Island Outward Bound School Newry base camp. Activities at the headquarters will include snowshoeing, Nordic skiing, crafts, shared family meals, and other opportunities for connection and relaxation.
Maine Adaptive Sports & Recreation is a Maine-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing year-round adaptive sports and recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Through education, training, and inclusive programming, Maine Adaptive helps participants develop skills, build independence, and experience the joy of active recreation. The organization hosts two Veterans No Boundaries camps each year, one in the winter and one in the summer.
Participants consistently report lasting impacts from the VNB experience, including forming strong bonds with fellow veterans and deepening relationships with family members through shared activities that may not have been possible since a life-altering injury or illness.
“Our goal is to give veterans and their families a chance to reconnect, recharge, and experience the outdoors together,” said Amy Bannon, Executive Director of Maine Adaptive. “For many families, this is the first time they’re able to participate in activities together since a life-changing injury or illness. These weekends can be truly transformative.”
Maine Adaptive is grateful for the ongoing support of volunteers, partners, and the community who make these programs possible.
Additional photos are available upon request: Please contact Mary Scanlon, mscanlon@maineadaptive.org or 207-824-2440 ext. 03
About Maine Adaptive Sports & Recreation
Founded in 1982, Maine Adaptive is the largest year-round adaptive recreation program in the state, providing opportunities for individuals with disabilities to engage in sports. With the help of over 300dedicated volunteers, Maine Adaptive delivers more than 2,500 lessons annually. The program thrives on the generous support of individuals, businesses, corporations, and foundations. Visit www.maineadaptive.org to learn more.