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"The National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic is a fantastic
example of the partnership between DAV and VA, with both organizations
committed to serving the rehabilitative needs of our nation's disabled
veterans," said DAV National Commander James E.
Actress Bo Derek, National Honorary Chairperson for VA's National
Rehabilitation Special Events, will also attend the clinic this year to meet
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"We are proud of these talented athletes, our volunteers who make these Games
possible, and the communities that open their doors and their hearts to these
heroes," said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Jim Nicholson.wheelchairgames .

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DAV, which has co-sponsored the event
since 1991, is a nonprofit, congressionally chartered veterans service
organization, with a membership of more than one million wartime disabled
veterans.

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veterans with spinal cord injuries or diseases, visual impairments, certain
neurological conditions , orthopedic amputations or other disabilities, who
receive care at any Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care facility.

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"The Winter Sports Clinic is rehabilitation in action," said Secretary of
Veterans Affairs Jim Nicholson.org
People wishing to receive e-mail from VA with the latest news releases and
updated fact sheets can subscribe at the following Internet address:
http://www.cfm

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The Wheelchair Games, presented by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
and Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA), are open to all U. For many injured veterans , the
Wheelchair Games provide their first exposure to wheelchair athletics.

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During the six -day program, the veterans will learn adaptive Alpine and
Nordic skiing and be introduced to a variety of other adaptive activities and
sports, such as rock climbing, scuba diving, snowmobiling and sled hockey."
Jointly sponsored by VA and the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), the
clinic is hosted each year by the Grand Junction (Colo. "These veterans teach all of us about
determination, grace and courage. Challenge Aspen has played a
key role in supporting the Winter Sports Clinic for the past five years. Snelling soccer fields and Como Park.

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Grammy award-winning singers Vince Gill and Amy Grant will perform a
private concert at the Winter Sports Clinic, courtesy of Challenge Aspen , a
local organization for people with disabilities.
VA is a recognized leader in rehabilitation , with recreational therapy
programs at each of its 158 hospitals.
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For further information, contact Jenny Shafer Tankersley, VA public
affairs coordinator , Winter Sports Clinic, at (757) 728-3450; or Rob Lewis,
DAV communications, at (859) 442-2049. Other venues include South
Town Bowl, Eden Prarie Bowl, McMurry Field, Metro Gun Club, Braemar Golf
Course , the University of Minnesota, the University of St.

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The 25th National Veterans Wheelchair Games would not be possible without
the support of many local and national corporations , foundations and
organizations that generously support this event through donations to PVA and
VA .

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Secret Service will also teach a course on self-defense for people
with disabilities. "Kids Day at the Games" is on June 30, when local children
with disabilities can meet the wheelchair athletes , watch them compete and
participate in their own wheelchair sporting events.

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veterans who use wheelchairs for sports competition due to spinal cord
injuries, certain neurological conditions , amputations or other mobility
impairments. PVA wishes to recognize host sponsors Invacare Corporation , Veterans
Canteen Service and 3M, and the nearly 40 other sponsors of the Games.

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rehabilitative nature of the Games provides endless opportunities for our
wheelchair athletes to pursue their athletic goals and dreams."
Sports are important in the therapy used to treat many disabilities.
The Expo is among the largest exhibitions of products and services related to
the health, well-being, sports and recreational needs of people with
disabilities.
Many of the events will be held at the Minneapolis Convention Center, also
the site for the opening and closing ceremonies.

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This year, more than 60 newly injured veterans from Operations Enduring
and Iraqi Freedom will join their fellow veterans at the clinic.

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This year marks the 25th year of the event, which has
grown to become the largest annual wheelchair sports event in the world. The Games also
serve as a stage where we can show the world what we can do -- to soar far
beyond any physical limitations we might have and reach previously unimagined
levels of success.
At the Games, veterans will compete in track and field, swimming,
basketball, weightlifting, softball, air guns, quad-rugby, 9-ball, bowling,
table tennis, archery, hand cycling, a motorized rally, wheelchair slalom and
power soccer. Thomas, Lake
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The clinic is an annual rehabilitation program open to all U. "I have been a
participant in this event and eagerly anticipate returning to Snowmass to
represent DAV as its national commander. I know this year's Winter Sports
Clinic will be a life-changing experience for everyone involved.

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Updates, photos and news releases about these events and about all
participating veterans will be posted on the Winter Sports Clinic Web site
during the week at http://www.org under "Participant
Information.

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Known for inspiring "Miracles on the Mountainside," the National Disabled
Veterans Winter Sports Clinic shows that the lives of disabled veterans can be
changed forever when they discover the challenges they can overcome . The Minneapolis VA Medical Center and the PVA Minnesota Chapter
are hosting the 2005 games. VA
is a recognized leader in rehabilitation, with therapy programs available at
VA health care facilities across the nation.
The 25th National Veterans Wheelchair Games begin June 27 with a
wheelchair basketball exhibition at Peavey Plaza on Nicolette Mall in
Minneapolis, as well as the 2005 Disabled Sports, Recreation and Fitness Expo.
For more information about the National Veterans Wheelchair Games, or to
follow events as they happen, visit the Games Web site at
http://www.

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Trap shooting, golf and a power wheelchair relay will be
exhibition events this year .

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WASHINGTON, More than 350 disabled veterans will
ski the Rocky Mountains at the 19th National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports
Clinic in Snowmass Village, Colo. On Friday, April 8, "Race Day" at the event , she will join VA
and DAV leaders to present medals to the veterans as they complete their runs
down the mountainside. Or, log on to the event's web site at:
http://www.wintersportsclinic.

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WASHINGTON , More than 500 disabled veterans will
compete in the National Veterans Wheelchair Games from June 27 to July 1,
2005, in Minneapolis.
On June 29, a wheelchair sports demonstration will take place at the Mall
of America, allowing the public to preview some of the sports taking place
during the week.