From frozen lakes to the adrenaline rush of driving on ice, the High Fives Foundation’s Return to Dirt program had a truly unique experience this past February, bringing athletes together for an unforgettable time of camaraderie, new challenges, and thrilling moments. Held at the Georgetown Ice Track from February 18th to February 20th, the event … Read more
Empowering Adaptive Athletes to Explore the Backcountry The High Fives Foundation announces that applications for the 2025 Return to Dirt trips are officially open from January 25, 2025, through March 31, 2025. This life-changing program provides individuals with mobility limitations the opportunity to experience the great outdoors by piloting adaptive off-road vehicles into backcountry areas … Read more
We welcome the addition of a 2024 Dodge Ram 3500 to the Return to Dirt Program Service. This vehicle, nicknamed “Babe the Big Blue Ox,” enhances our capability to bring more athletes on the trails. Equipped with Yokohama Geolandar A/T4 Tires, this truck is built for towing, ensuring safe transport to various locations. The installation … Read more
Amanda Seubert On September 15, 2024, Amanda Seubert took part in an unforgettable Return to Dirt day trip, setting off for an adventure deep into Glenwood Springs, CO. This day was filled with adrenaline-pumping moments as Amanda explored rugged trails on a rainy day with the support of the Return to Dirt team. Amanda expressed … Read more
Angelo Perez On September 8, 2024, Angelo Perez embarked on a Return to Dirt day trip in the backcountry of Glenwood Springs, CO. Angelo drove through mountainous terrain, offering breathtaking views and heart-pounding excitement. Describing his experience, Angelo shared “Riding with Return to Dirt was a once-in-a-lifetime exhilarating time up in the mountains of Glenwood … Read more
On August 25th, 2024, Jovan Castillo and Doug Rottman embraced the thrill of the backcountry with the Return to Dirt program. These two athletes, determined to push boundaries, spent the day navigating Colorado’s rugged terrain using Can-Am Off-Road vehicles equipped with Sure Grip Hand Controls. Return to Dirt’s mission of providing individuals with disabilities the … Read more
On August 18th, 2024, PJ Heger from Traverse City, MI, joined the Return to Dirt program for a thrilling day in the Colorado mountains. After a snowmobile accident, PJ lives by the mantra, “Anything I did before, I can do now.” This was clear as he navigated the rugged terrain using Sure Grip Hand Controls … Read more
Date: July 24-28, 2024Location: Glenwood Springs, ColoradoAthletes: 10 Adaptive Athletes Amid the rugged beauty of Glenwood Springs, Colorado, eight adaptive athletes gathered from July 24-28, 2024, for the Annual High Fives Return to Dirt Camp. This year’s camp was a celebration of empowerment, resilience, and the thrill of adventure, as the athletes took on 75 … Read more
July 25, 2024, was a special day at the Colorado High Fives Dirt Camp, dedicated to combining the joys of fishing with the thrill of off-roading. A handful of High Fives Athletes took part in this unique experience, where the tranquil act of casting lines was perfectly balanced with the rugged adventure of the trails. … Read more
Carlos Sanchez and Kyle Taulman’s Musical Ride On July 14, 2024, Athletes Carlos Sanchez and Kyle Taulman hit the trails of Colorado for an unforgettable Return to Dirt day trip. The day was filled with the excitement of off-road adventure, but it was Kyle’s spontaneous guitar set moment that truly set this trip apart. As … Read more
