Winter Park, Colorado, opened a new inclusive play space at Idlewild Park on the east side of town. This adaptive playground promotes “accessibility, community, and outdoor fun.”
Built at the base of the Rendezvous community in Winter Park, the playground was made possible through a partnership between the Town of Winter Park, the National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD), and Rendezvous Colorado (Koebel & Company). Winter Park is considered the birthplace of modern adaptive skiing, thanks to the National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD), founded there in 1970 by Hal O’Leary.
“Koelbel and Company has deep roots in this region and has been building the community of Rendezvous for over a decade, so we feel a deep connection to the residents here,” said Carl Koelbel, President and CEO of Koelbel & Co. “This park will serve the diverse needs of the community and enrich the already existing Rendezvous experience by offering a place that is fully accessible to all.”
Some of the features at the park include:
- Accessible pathways
- Inclusive equipment
- Sensory-friendly zones
“We believe in providing opportunities for our participants and families to enjoy shared experiences on and off the mountain in Grand County,” said Julie Taulman, President and CEO of NSCD. “This playground is an opportunity to once again level the playing field for people with a disability.”
Details
Address: 820 Ski Idlewild Rd, Winter Park, CO 80482
Season: Year-round