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Statewide Head Injury Programs

SHIP (Statewide Head Injury Program) participants can join us to get outdoors year-round in programs that are specifically designed to meet the needs of those living with acquired or traumatic brain injuries.

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SHIP Cycling

Cycling is a great way for people with brain injuries to get exercise, socialize with others, and enjoy nature. We can accommodate riders of all abilities with stable recumbent trikes, tandem cycles including a wheelchair tandem, hand-pedaled cycles as well as traditional two-wheel bikes. Participants can opt to go on a guided group ride or take out a cycle with a companion.

Check out some of the trikes we have available.

Fees & Registration

  • The fee for all SHIP programs is $5 per program. Equipment is included.
  • Call us at 413-584-2052 or email us to register, by 12pm the day before the program.
  • SHIP programs are open to people living with acquired or traumatic brain injuries and their guests.


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SHIP Hiking

Participants of all abilities will be able to access and explore nature on our guided nature hikes. Our hiking program is accessible to those who use wheelchairs or have difficulty walking by using our all-terrain wheelchairs or recumbent trikes with mountain bike tires along accessible trails.

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It's great to have something that I can control because there's so little in my life I can.

From a cycling program participant living with the impacts of a brain injury:

SHIP Winter Outdoors

Our winter outdoors programs are accessible to all with the use of seated cross country skis, kick sleds, sled skates, rugged walkers, and more! 

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SHIP Programs Calendar

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Important Details

  • You must r egister for the program you'd like to attend.  You can do this by emailing or calling us.
  • See our Cancellation Policies
  • Each person with a disability can bring one family member, friend, or caregiver at no charge. If a person with a disability needs two caregivers to participate, then that person can bring two caregivers at no charge.
  • Every participant in our programs, including family members and personal care assistants, will need to fill out a liability waiver.
  • Review our Emergency Action Plans

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