Wheelchairs have a long and ever developing history dating as early as the 16th century. And though there have been vast improvements and technological advancements in the industry, none has had more impact than the motorized all-terrain wheelchair. The invention of this wheelchair has made it possible for millions of adventurers and nature enthusiasts to delve into their outdoor hobbies even further, allowing them to fish and hike through mud, water, sand and snow. Nature parks all across the U.S. have adopted the use of the innovative all terrain track chairs to provide accessibility to nature for all. Although the adoption of the wheelchair is still making its way throughout the States, there are quite a few of them that offer all-terrain wheelchairs that make exploring more accessible for people with disabilities. In October of 2016, Colorado was the first state to implement the use of all-terrain wheelchairs when a volunteer-led program, Friends of Staunton, donated the wheelchair to Staunton State Park
This article first appeared on Outdoors on SI and was syndicated with permission.