TAPS Young Adults Paralympic Experience
August 16 - 20, 2023
TAPS Young Adults Experiences promote care, peer connection and personal well-being in locations across the country for military survivors ages 18 to 30. These one-of-a-kind experiences provide a safe space to be themselves, have fun, and focus on well-being and personal development.
OVERVIEW
From August 16 to 20, 2023, TAPS Young Adults will take part in a one-of-a-kind experience in beautiful Lake Placid, New York at Wildwood on the Lake, focusing on Discovering the Possibilities. We will visit the Lake Placid Olympic and Paralympic Training Center and partner with Paralympic Coaches and Athletes as they guide us through activities such as bobsleding, curling, biathlon, skating, "ice house starts" and more. We will meet and be inspired by athletes like U.S. Army Veteran and World Champion Bobsledder Will Castillo. Programming throughout the event will support opportunities for stepping outside one's comfort zone, trying new things and discovering new possibilities. We look forward to having you join us!
This experience will require moderate physical activity throughout.
EVENT FEES
Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, TAPS is able to provide this event to surviving young adults at no cost.
Flights, lodging, meals, activities and supplies for all attendees will be provided.
TAPS Young Adults Program staff will be in contact after applicants have been approved and registered to confirm travel details.
ENTRY FORM DETAILS
This online entry request form (look for the blue button at the top of this page) will close on July 7, 2023.
Please note the following event and participation criteria:
- Participant to be within the ages of 18 to 30 years old
- Complete high school by at the start of this event
- Be willing to participate in all activities within the scope of the TAPS Young Adults Paralympic Experience.
If you have any questions, please email youngadults@taps.org or call 800-959-TAPS (8277).