About
us
Interventure provides and develops opportunities for
disabled people to participate in adventure sports and outdoor activities.
We dissolve physical and social barriers to inclusion by working
closely with existing outdoor and adventure sports organisations,
improving health and quality of life for all involved.
Activities range from handcycling to sea kayaking,
usually based in Scotland, and are primarily tailored for people
with physical disabilities. We also run occasional International
expeditions with the aim of providing integrated opportunities to
explore a variety of challenging wilderness environments.
We are a registered charity (SCO31889 by constitution),
with activities supported by fundraising and volunteers. If you
would like to assist us in achieving our vision, please contact
us.
Interventure was formed in 2001 by Karen Darke with
the aim of developing opportunities for any person to experience
adventure and exploration, particularly in Scotland. Paralysed in
a rock climbing accident, Karen sought to find new ways to continue
her enthusiasm for outdoor and wilderness environments, recognising
the logistical and financial barriers to inclusive outdoor sports,
and consequently formed Interventure.
Patron
Sir Ranulph Fiennes
Sponsors
   
Fieldfare Trust Millenium Award
Fieldfare works with people with disabilities and countryside
managers to improve access to the countryside for everyone.
sportscotland
sportscotland is the national agency dedicated to promoting
sporting opportunities for all Scots at all levels, whatever their
interest and ability.
Camelot Foundation
The Camelot Foundation was established in 1997 by Camelot
Group plc, the operators of the National Lottery. It is an independent
grant giving foundation whose focus is to support organisations
that help disabled and disadvantaged people play a fuller role in
the workplace and in the community
Equal Adventure Developments
Equal Adventure Developments provide a wide range of support to
providers to enhance the opportunities to pursue adventure sport
and active lifestyles available to people with diverse needs —
from consultation and research to strategy, implementation, mentoring
and technical coaching.
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