Adaptive Sports Partners
The Nick Zecchinelli Family Inaugural Shred-A-Thon Jay Peak

The Nick Zecchinelli Family Inaugural Shred-A-Thon Jay Peak

Saturday, January 11th, 2025
Jay Peak Resort, VT

Overview

Join us for The Nick Zecchinelli Family Inaugural Shred-A-Thon at Jay Peak! This full-day ski-a-thon runs from 8:30am to 3pm and invites skiers and riders of all abilities to hit the slopes together. Enjoy a day of skiing or riding across the terrain open that day while supporting Adaptive Sports Partners.

Raise $200 before the event to help ensure that life-changing outdoor recreation remains accessible to people of all abilities. Spend the day on the mountain, and celebrate your efforts with a fun-filled skiing or riding experience. We’ll award prizes for the most funds raised, creative costumes, and Serious Stoke Awards.

All proceeds support our year-round adaptive sports programming in the Northeast Kingdom, providing incredible opportunities for people with disabilities in our community.

Don’t miss this chance to make a difference and enjoy a fantastic day on the slopes!

OVERVIEW

  • To attend each registrant must raise at least $200 by January 11th!  It’s easier than you think!
  • Use the ASP fundraising platform to create a fundraising page to share with your family, extended family, friends, neighbors, colleagues, etc!
  • Create a team (of up to 5 people) and increase spirit!
  • Ski or ride until 3pm or until you are out of gas on January 11; keep track of your footage on the gps app of your choice—honor system!  Vertical feet will be tallied & prizes awarded

What you RECEIVE on January 11!

  • Access to a discounted lift ticket if needed. You must notify us by January 9th if you need a lift ticket.
  • 9:00am-4:00pm vertical challenge for those interested, or just cruise with friends and Shred the 🧡!
  • Delicious Curry from Miso Curry for lunch
  • Post-party with awards, libations, and music
  • Snacks & stoke all day long to keep you shredding the laps!
  • Access to Jay Peak’s International Room for ASP Shredders for the entire day!

For the past three years, Adaptive Sports Partners has been a trailblazer in the Northeast Kingdom, becoming the first organization to offer comprehensive adaptive sports services to individuals of all ages and disabilities. From toddlers to seniors, we cater to athletes ranging from three to 95 years old, encompassing a broad spectrum of physical, developmental, emotional, behavioral, and intellectual disabilities.

Our mission is to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to participate in activities alongside their peers, which many have never had access to before. Thanks to our programs, students with disabilities are now skiing at Jay Peak, mountain biking with their families, paddling on our scenic lakes, and hiking our tallest mountains. These activities bring invaluable physical, social, and mental health benefits.

As our programs continue to grow and provide significant value to our community, fundraising events like the Shred-A-Thon Jay Peak are essential. Events are fantastic community builders, although the reality is that they cost money to happen!  When you raise funds, you help to cover those costs and then, the money you raise directly supports the purchase and maintenance of expensive adaptive sports equipment and ensures that our programs remain accessible for everyone, regardless of their ability to pay. Every dollar from the Shred-A-Thon will contribute to making adaptive sports a reality for all in our community.

Why fundraise?

Event Schedule

  • 7:30 a.m.Day of Registration & Bag Drop Off Opens
    Start your day by checking in at the International Room and enjoy complimentary coffee and breakfast snacks to get fueled up for the slopes.

  • 8:30 a.m.Lifts Start Spinning
    Hit the slopes as the lifts begin spinning! Ski or ride all day while connecting with the community.

  • 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Complimentary Curry Lunch by Miso Curry in the International Room
    Take a break from the slopes and enjoy a delicious, hearty, root vegetable, curry lunch, provided by Miso Curry, served in the International Room. Warm up and refuel before heading back out for more shredding!

  • 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Complimentary Après Ski Celebration
    After an incredible day on the mountain, join us for a complimentary après ski celebration featuring food, libations, live music, prizes, and community fun.

A HUGE Thank You to our Sponsors!

Interested in becoming a sponsor and supporting Adaptive Sports Partners?
Contact Judy Northrop - judy@adaptivesportspartners.org

We thank our host sponsor,

Our Title Sponsor

Double Black Diamond Sponsors

Black Diamond Sponsors

Blue Square Sponsors

Green Circle Sponsors

Freestyle Terrain

Contact us

For any inquiries please email Judy Northrop:

judy@adaptivesportspartners.org

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kerry@adaptivesportspartners.org

 

Kerry earned her B.S. in Recreation Management and Policy, with a concentration in recreation therapy from the University of New Hampshire. She has spent 10+ years working in the field with kids, teens and adults. She has previously worked for Easter Seals in NH as a recreation therapist, and most recently was the Program Manager for a small inclusion department based out of the Springfield Jewish Community Center in western Massachusetts.
Kerry has personal experience with mono-skiing, having taken lessons around Vermont and Maine, and is excited to share that experience with others! She enjoys skiing, mountain biking, hiking, and disc golf! She is excited to help build an amazing adaptive program for all, and to call the NEK home!

sarah@adaptivesportspartners.org

Sarah holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Plymouth State University and has been actively involved with ASPNC since volunteering at the Sunrise Ascent on Mt. Washington. Growing up in the north country, Sarah is an avid skier, hiker, and triathlete. She has completed many marathons, triathlons, and an Ironman, embodying resilience and dedication. A nature enthusiast and devoted dog lover, Sarah finds inspiration in the outdoors and loves being a part of this community. 

natasha@adaptivesportspartners.org

Natasha has a long history of volunteerism in the adaptive sports, beginning as a shadow, and eventually becoming a volunteer as a teenager, into her adult years. After graduating from UMass Amherst with a Bachelor of Biology degree, she served in AmeriCorps at the Epilepsy Foundation of New England for two years and was hosted at Adaptive Sports Partners, growing an even deeper passion for the adaptive community, and gaining experience with many possible ways to create opportunities for inclusion in recreation. Natasha is overjoyed to be joining the team in this new role as Program Manager for the 2023-2024 winter season, and is looking forward to continuing her support of ASP’s mission. In her free time, Natasha loves to get outside; her favorite activities include snowboarding, hiking, kayaking, and rock climbing with friends. You can also find her baking at home. 

nate@adaptivesportspartners.org

Nate joined the Adaptive Sports Partners’ team as a volunteer in October of 2013. Through his volunteerism, he found that he was extremely passionate about helping people of all abilities to enjoy the outdoors and participate in recreational activities. He is CARSS Level 2 certified, a certified TetraSki Trainer/Instructor, a TetraCraft instructor, a certified CPR and first aid instructor, level 1 bowling coach, and looks forward to continuing to advance his education in adaptive sports.

Nate graduated from Lakes Region Community College with degrees in Fire Science, Fire Investigation, and Fire Protection System. Nate worked as a Firefighter and Paramedic for 10 years prior to joining ASP full-time.  Nate is an avid skier, rock climber, kayaker and enjoys being outdoors. He lives in Sugar Hill with his wife who volunteers, two kids and mother.

judy@adaptivesportspartners.org

Judith Farrell Northrop (she/her) hails from Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, grew up outside of Philadelphia, and graduated from Temple University with a B.A. in English. She studied at Lancaster Theological Seminary, earning a Master of Divinity. Ordained by the United Church of Christ, she served as a pastor and associate pastor for children, youth, and adults in Vermont and Texas. In other eclectic occupations, Judy has taught preschool, SKIwee, elementary art, worked at organic gardens/farms, and studied at Glassell School of Art in Houston.  Judy is married to John Northrop, and they have two awesome teens.  For fun, Judy skis, runs, hikes, gardens, and chills out with art, yoga, beach time and books. Adding spirit to family life are two rescue doggers, Ellie, a who-knows-what mix with some shepherd, and Honey, a count-me-in poodle-terrier.

kelly@adaptivesportspartners.org

Kelly is a highly qualified professional with a background in adaptive sports and over 10 years of experience. She holds a Master’s degree in Recreational Therapy and is certified as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Level 1 Adaptive SUP Instructor, and PSIA Level 1 Adaptive Ski Instructor. Kelly resides in Lyndonville with her husband, 4 kiddos, 3 dogs, and 1 cat. In addition to her professional achievements, she is an avid skier, ultrarunner, Ironman finisher, and outdoor enthusiast.