Landon McGauley, Author at High Fives Foundation

Alex Uppenkamp shows us all the way

April 5, 2022 by Landon McGauley

High Fives first learned of Alex Uppenkamp when a grant application came across our computer screens. The application was from Alex's father, Mike. It explained that his 18-year-old son had recently had a terrible mountain bike and is in the Intensive care unit at Sharp Memorial Hospital in San Diego. They did not know the ... Read more

The early bird gets the Early Bird?

March 29, 2022March 25, 2022 by Landon McGauley

The old adage saying, "The early bird gets the worm" has been slightly remixed by the Military to the Mountain event. High Fives recently hosted 19 veterans at the world-famous Palisades Tahoe ski resort for six days of sliding on snow, team building, laughter, pushing limits, and healing. Every veteran took full advantage of all ... Read more

High Fives Athlete Ryan Bodine crushes his recovery with a little boost from Travis Rice

May 10, 2022March 25, 2022 by Landon McGauley

Anyone who has been through a life-changing injury or knows someone affected by one understands that it takes a lot. Recovery requires mental strength, impressive physical effort, positivity, support, and more. But, as we know, when one fully commits themselves to their recovery process, there are few limits on what can be accomplished. This couldn't ... Read more

2022 Fat Ski-a-Thon

March 15, 2022March 15, 2022 by Landon McGauley

For us to say that we were thrilled to be back experiencing the Vermont hospitality and generosity that we know and love would be a great understatement. We have been fortunate enough to host our annual Fat Ski-a-Thon for 11 years at beautiful Sugarbush Mountain and every year seems to be better than the last. ... Read more

Tyler Turner wins High Fives first gold medal of the 2022 Paralympics

May 10, 2022March 15, 2022 by Landon McGauley

All High Five Athletes competing in China at the 2022 Paralympics have made us very proud. It is incredible to see years of hard work and tireless dedication come together on the world stage. All Athletes except for Jasmin Bambur and Matt Brewer (who will have their chance to shine tonight) have competed at least ... Read more

High Fives Athletes going for gold in Beijing

March 4, 2022 by Landon McGauley

High Fives is always very proud of all of our Athletes, but we wanted to send out a little extra support and stoke to those who have overcome injury and risen to the absolute top of their sport. From hospital beds to podiums, these are the Athletes who need all of our good vibes, cheer, ... Read more

High Five The Hill 2022

February 25, 2022February 25, 2022 by Landon McGauley

Just like that, another year has passed and we are back in Colorado for our annual High Five The Hill ski camp. Like many camps, this one seems to progress and change year to year. We spend the week seeing first timers become mentors, ushering in new sit skiers, and showing them the ropes of ... Read more

Ohana Hawaii Trip 2021

February 3, 2022February 2, 2022 by Landon McGauley

This year, High Fives Foundation congregated for our annual surf trip in Maui, Hawaii. Many Athletes were able to bring family and loved ones along to spend time as an Ohana and ride some waves together. We were treated to amazing weather and even better waves from the back door of our Airbnb's. Twelve Athletes ... Read more

High Five Athletes uses our resources to break barriers

January 27, 2022 by Landon McGauley

We are proud to offer more than grants. At High Fives we take the mental and physical health of our Athletes very seriously, giving them access to mental health support and as athlete they have full access to the gym at the CR Johnson Healing Center. Recently two of our Tahoe local Athletes set goals ... Read more

Just like all things, Trevor Kennison crushes Arcade Belt Goals.

January 22, 2022 by Landon McGauley

High Fives x Arcade Belt Goal Program The Arcade Belt Program was put in place to provide our athletes with a system for setting goals. When an individual is approved for a High Fives grant, we ask them to set a goal with the date that they plan to achieve it. We have noticed that ... Read more

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