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BOEC's Inspirations
The Official Newsletter of the BOEC
August 16, 2022
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Dear Friend of BOEC,
It’s hard to believe that it's already August with just a month of summer programs left! Our adventures have taken us on the rivers of Colorado and Utah, climbing at Camp Hale, paddling on Lake Dillon, and enjoying a lot of fun right here at the BOEC Wilderness Campus in beautiful Breckenridge, Colorado. Our BOEC staff and interns have worked very hard to provide safe, challenging, and inspiring adventures for those who come to the BOEC for these once-in-a-lifetime experiences. I'm grateful to our entire team for working so tirelessly to make this a wonderful summer for all, especially after two years of uncertainty and limited programs. It feels good to be back!
But outdoor fun and adventure are not all that we're up to as Tuesday, August 22nd is the date of our 13th annual Tee It Up Golf Scramble, which raises important funds needed to support our adaptive programs. We have an amazing list of generous sponsors and golfers who've joined us, and we hope that you will do the same by bidding in the virtual auction which is live now through August 23rd!
In this month’s edition of BOEC’s Inspirations, we're excited to introduce you to one of our newest corporate partners, Stingray Worldwide, and Donna and Kevin Gardner, who learned about the BOEC just this past winter. We also have stories about two amazing individuals to share with you. First is Amber Rangel, a young woman who has proven time and again what courage and fortitude mean, and how to do it all with grace, humor, and humility. Finally, meet Lydia North, one of those who indeed makes BOEC special. Starting as an intern 5 years ago, Lydia is one of just a handful of BOEC team members who work with both the winter and summer programs as an instructor, a trainer, a raft guide, a course director and so much more. Lydia is now BOEC’s first Operations Manager, and we could not be more thrilled to have her on our full-time team.
I hope that you enjoy reading our monthly newsletter and are as inspired by these stories as we are. We thank so many of you for your continued support and encourage those of you who would like to learn more about the work we do and how you can support us, to reach out to me directly either by phone or email. I love nothing more than to talk about the great work that this organization has done for more than 46 years.
Until next month,
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Sonya Norris
Executive Director
Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center
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Amber Rangel has taken a devastating accident when she was just 20 years old and subsequently turned her life around thanks to the healing powers of the outdoors. |
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Amber Rangel: Using the Outdoors to Live Her Best Life |
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BOEC participant Amber Rangel became a C5 quadriplegic when she was just 20 years old. Since then, getting outside and participating in outdoor activities has not only helped her get through the tough times but helped her to live her best life. Click below to learn more about Amber's incredible story. |
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BOEC's Operation Manager Lydia North enjoys some extreme white water. Her time working as a rafting guide with the BOEC really "fills her heart!" |
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It's the People Who Make BOEC So Special: Operations Manager Lydia North |
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A five-year member of the BOEC team in one way or another, Lydia North is one of the newest full-time employees set to take BOEC to the next level as Operations Manager. Check out her story from Northern California to western Alabama to the BOEC in this month's employee spotlight. |
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Kevin and Donna Gardner own and operate Stingray Worldwide, a print manufacturing business. The Gardners and Stingray Worlwide are the latest to join BOEC's Circle of Support and have created a new giving fund, The Robert Ayers Fund. |
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Donor Spotlight: Donna & Kevin Gardner |
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Donna and Kevin Gardner are the type of people you want to be your neighbors. They're kind, giving, fun, outrageously helpful, and truly hospitable individuals. This month’s donor spotlight features these two, how they’ve joined BOEC's Circle of Support level of giving through their company Stingray Worldwide, and their individual efforts to support BOEC through a new giving fund – The Robert Ayers Fund.
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BOEC's virtual auction runs until 7pm on August 23rd. All proceeds from the auction directly benefit BOEC's adaptive outdoor programs. |
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Tee It Up Golf Scramble Virtual Auction is Live! |
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As you probably know by now, we're elevating the Tee It Up Golf Scramble experience this year with a signature gift bag, breakfast, lunch, complimentary beverages, and a bigger and better after-party, so why would the auction be any different?!
From August 8th to August 22nd, not only will our 144 golfers be able to support BOEC's adaptive outdoor programs by bidding on some amazing items, but if you're reading this, you can too! We've got nearly 70 amazing items to bid on in categories ranging from Arts & Entertainment to Health & Beauty to Outdoor Recreation Fun & Gear and everything in between! All auction proceeds benefit BOEC’s adaptive outdoor programs for those with disabilities and special needs, so get you bids in now by clicking the button below!
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19th Hole After Party Sponsor |
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19th Hole After Party Sponsor |
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Vote BOEC as Best Nonprofit in 2022 Best of Summit Awards |
Thanks to all of you, we've made it to the final round of voting for Best Nonprofit in Summit County! Thank you for taking the time to vote for the BOEC.
Now we need your help just one more time. Mark your calendars for August 25th to log on and vote. Help us to help others realize what we already know ... we're hands down the best nonprofit organization in Summit County!
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Help us Earn Our 2022 Badge! |
If you love our work then tell the world! You have an opportunity to help us make an even bigger difference in our community. GreatNonprofits -- the #1 Source of Nonprofit Stories and Feedback -- is honoring highly regarded nonprofits with their 2022 Top-Rated List.
Won’t you help us boost visibility for our work by posting a brief personal story of your experience with us? All content will be visible to potential donors and volunteers. It’s easy and only takes 3 minutes!
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THANK YOU TO OUR KEY PARTNERS |
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The mission of the Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center (BOEC) is to expand the potential of people with disabilities and special needs through meaningful, educational and inspiring outdoor experiences.
BOEC is a 501(c)3 Nonprofit
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BOEC is able to keep its lesson fees low for its participants so we can remain as inclusive as possible. We rely on generous donors to make up the difference. To make a tax-deductible gift, please click the button above. |
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