THE PEOPLE OF ACCESS ADVENTURE

The people of Access Adventure are a very diverse group. We are united by a love of nature, affection for horses and a commitment to enrich the lives of people with disabilities. Our programs are staffed entirely by volunteers. Our services are provided without charge to people of all ages living with mobility challenges. We only have one requirement: a spirit of adventure and a desire to have fun! Become a volunteer. Train with the horses.

	Michael Muir, Founder/Director Michael founded Access Adventure in 2005, after retiring as President of United States Driving for the Disabled, Inc. A lifelong horseman born in Dixon, CA in 1952, Michael has lived with Multiple Sclerosis for more than forty years. ...more		Vera Aitemon, Ambassador As a volunteer I look forward to attending all Access Adventure events not only to enjoy them, but to encourage others, with or without a disability, to ride the carriages and enjoy the fresh air and beauty of Rush Ranch and the other trails we travel. ...more
	Randie Boardman, Scheduling/Staff Coordinator When I attended the Rush Ranch Open House I became a volunteer whole heartedly. I experienced what a wonderful program Access Adventure is. I'm very excited to be a part of this growing program in its early stages to see it grow - like watching a child grow up. ...more		Robert Boardman, Maintenance/Transportation My parents were horse people and I was raised around livestock. I was riding and showing horses to the age of eight. At age ten through seventeen, I was actively involved in 4-H. I began volunteering for Access Adventure early 2006, learning to drive and team ...more
	Johnnie Burrell, Photographer/Video I am a self-defense and martial arts teacher. I met Michael, loved his vision, asked if I could take video and photos of Access Adventure events, was given permission and the rest is history. It's fulfilling because I see the joy it brings to everyone involved. ...more		Mary Lou Fazel, Administrator In July 2005, I read about Access Adventure in the newspaper. Two things jumped out at me: the horses and the fact that Michael Muir was confronting the same disease that my brother has. I volunteered to do whatever the program needed…as long as I could touch the ...more
	Debbie Martin, Webmaster/Media I attended UC Davis where I majored in zoology. I first learned about Access Adventure when a volunteer contacted the 4-H group that my two daughters were members of. As a result, I started volunteering too and I love it. ...more		Cathy O'Shea, Volunteer Coordinator I never dreamt volunteering could be so rewarding: grooming, harnessing, driving, and training horses. I love working with the disabled people more than I imagined. There is truly something here for everyone. ...more