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When 15-year-old Caleb Hyndman first became involved with Courageous Kids Climbing, he never imagined he would lead his own program, training first responders to work with blind and visually impaired individuals. Caleb’s grandmother, Cynda Hyndman, said CKC reinforces the idea that children with special needs are capable while educating and fostering understanding for first responders. “They certainly...
NYSSA — Those who were out and about on Oct. 15 who saw a car loaded with bears, should be reassured: It was nothing to be afraid of. These were
Lewiston Police Officer Chris Smith shows Caleb Hyndman of Lewiston some of the equipment that he carries while on duty. Hyndman, who is blind, participated in a special event hosted
Courageous Kids Climbing hosted a rock climbing event at WSU on Sunday for community members with physical and intellectual disabilities. Founder Jeff Riechmann said he created CKC to give kids and volunteers an experience they will never forget. The organization provides free rock climbing experiences for people with disabilities of all ages. Riechmann said it is...
Nationwide special needs rock climbing event returning to Idaho Share This Photo courtesy of Courageous Kids Climbing Facebook Page REXBURG — In just two weeks, eastern Idaho’s special needs community will be able to experience the thrill and fun of rock climbing — for free! The Idaho-based organization Courageous Kids Climbing is a nonprofit group that wants to give people with special needs the opportunity to have fun through rock climbing. The closest Courageous Kids event will be in Rexburg, at The Rock Gym, and will be held April 19 at 3 p.m. If you are interested in participating...