Rugged Access for All: A Guide for Pushiking America's Diverse Trails with Mobility Chairs and Strollers

Kellisa Kain and her father, Christopher Kain, have pushiked using a specialized mobility chair in all 50 states. They have written a book, Rugged Access for All, to inspire other families to get outside and experience the country's natural landscapes, regardless of their mobility challenges. The book includes detailed trail descriptions, full-color trail maps, and vibrant stories from their own experiences.

Format: Hardback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 28 December 2020
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

When Kellisa Kain was born premature with significant developmental and physical disabilities, she wasn't expected to survive her first 24 hours. She defied the odds, and 20 years later, she and her father, Christopher Kain, have pushed using a specialized mobility chair in all 50 states. Now, Chris wants to inspire other families, whether with children in strollers or in mobility chairs, to get outside and experience the country's natural landscapes.

Rugged Access for All: A Guide for Pushiking America's Diverse Trails with Mobility Chairs and Strollers showcases some of the greatest trails across the US that can be completed while pushiking—hiking with someone in a wheelchair, mobility chair, or stroller. Part narrative, part guide, this book chronicles their hikes in all 50 states. It includes detailed trail descriptions, full-color trail maps, and vibrant stories from Chris and Kellisa's own experiences. Trails vary in difficulty, from deserts to mountains and everything in between.

Sometimes, even a stroll around the block can have frustrating barriers to those with wheels, and this can lead to families staying inside too often. Rugged Access for All gives families the knowledge, confidence, and direction to travel and experience the wonders of nature, no matter what mobility challenges they may face.

Kellisa's journey has been remarkable, and her determination to explore the world has inspired countless others. Chris's book is a valuable resource for families looking to get outside and experience the beauty of nature, no matter what their mobility limitations may be.

By pushing themselves and their children to explore the trails, Chris and Kellisa have shown that anything is possible with determination and a little bit of help. They have demonstrated that the outdoors is not just for able-bodied individuals, but for everyone, and that there are countless opportunities for adventure and discovery.

Whether you are a seasoned hiker or a beginner looking to get started, Rugged Access for All is a must-read for anyone who wants to experience the joys of the outdoors with their family. So, grab your hiking boots, your mobility chair, or your stroller, and get ready to explore the world!

Weight: 572g
Dimension: 159 x 236 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538126608