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Track Chair Stories

In 2022 Friends of Ludington State Park (FLSP) donated the first Action Track Chair to the LSP. This was followed by the donation of the second track chair in 2023. Since then, FLSP has received numerous notes and emails expressing appreciation for the track chairs. The following are just some examples of the heartfelt comments received.

"Arriving at the state park in hopes of taking my dad this past August to see his boardwalk board at the Big Sable Lighthouse, I was so excited to find out that the track chair was available. The track chair gave my dad a chance to see the boardwalk board that was a gift for his 80th birthday, and also gave him encouragement that he could do things! He had lost confidence in himself. When we arrived at the lighthouse, he was able to climb 112 steps to the top. This was a huge accomplishment for my dad and one that gave him encouragement for the rest of our trip to go on and do more wonderful things. I truly do appreciate the track chair and look forward to visiting again with my dad so that he can use one of the track chairs for other adventures." Submitted by Kelle from Denver, CO and her Dad, Gary, from St. Louis - Summer of 2023

"I want to again express my heartfelt thanks for all of time, effort and awesome assistance in helping to coordinate our use of the track chair at LSP yesterday. Bob Sasin was delightful and extremely helpful in getting me all set up and on my way for a memorable visit to the Big Sable Lighthouse. I commend the Friends of Ludington State Park for their volunteer assistance and mission to make the park accessible in many ways for park visitors…it made the impossible possible!" Submitted by Deniece from Clarklake, MI - Summer of 2022

In April, FLSP was asked if the track chair could be used during a 4th grade class field trip. The answer was yes and we received the following response from Vanessa Trejo, mother of 4th grader Ariel, "When I told my daughter the news that she would be able to use the track chair at a field trip with her class, her entire face lit up with tears in her eyes as she shook her hands in the air saying "really, really momma, I am so happy. This is going to be the best field trip of my entire life! Now everyone won't be so far away from me, I can keep up with them, I'm so happy."

"Thank you to everyone who made these options possible. I just wanted to share how bright you all make others days, not just for the person using the equipment, but for the family and friends around them." Submitted by Vanessa Trejo - Spring of 2023

"I was able to use a track chair at the Ludington State Park and was able to take a hike IN THE WOODS with my family, like my husband and I dreamt of before I got hit with my health issues. I am so grateful for the work your group has done to provide these chairs for people like me. Thank you!

Before my health conditions hit, my goal each summer was to hike every trail at the LSP, and some summers, I actually did! My husband and I used to backpack, and we had plans to take our kids backpacking when they were older. It brought me so much joy to actually be in the woods, not limited by pavement, with my kids, watching them wonder at the sounds of the woods, the unique fungi, and the bugs. Perhaps my favorite was the joy it brought my husband, as he was able to watch me move independently and enjoy the hike so much! It was a really special experience for us, and we are very grateful that your group has provided the track chair. We'll definitely be using it again." Submitted by Hilary, a grateful LSP visitor - Summer of 2024

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