Volunteers help make mountain trails accessible for people with disabilities

NPR | By Emily Chen-Newton

Published September 16, 2026 at 5:12 PM EDT

It takes a group of dedicated volunteers to make sure mountain trails are wide enough so everyone can have fun.

Emily Chen-Newton

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