The Adaptable Outdoors Legacy Circle

For some families, caring for the community they call home is part of their legacy. After taking care of loved ones, even a small gift to Adaptable Outdoors can help keep the outdoors accessible for generations.

Keep the Outdoors Accessible — For Generations to Come

Out here, legacy matters.

It’s about taking care of your family.
Looking after the land.
Helping your neighbours.
Making sure the next generation has the same opportunities you did.

A gift in your Will to Adaptable Outdoor Recreation Society is one way to do exactly that.

For someone who thought they might never fish again after a spinal cord injury, or a senior who believed their days on the trail were over, these moments matter more than words can describe.

Why Consider a Gift in Your Will?

Adaptable Outdoors exists so that people living with disabilities, including many seniors in our rural communities, can experience fishing, hiking, paddling, and time in nature.

For some participants, these programs are their first chance to:

• Fish, hike or paddle alongside friends and family again
• Get back onto the water and into the mountains
• Spend meaningful time outdoors after illness or injury
• Feel capable and included

A gift in your Will helps ensure those opportunities continue long into the future.

What It Means to Leave a Gift

Leaving a gift in your Will:

✔ Costs nothing today
✔ Can be changed at any time
✔ Allows you to look after your family first
✔ Supports accessible outdoor recreation for years to come

There is no minimum amount required. What matters most is your intention to help keep outdoor recreation accessible in our region.

The Adaptable Outdoors Legacy Circle

The Legacy Circle honours those who have chosen to remember Adaptable Outdoor Recreation Society in their Will or estate plans.

Members share a simple belief:

That the outdoors should remain open and accessible to everyone, regardless of ability.

With your permission, we are proud to recognize Legacy Circle members by name on our website and in our annual report. Those who prefer privacy will always be respected.

If you have already included Adaptable Outdoors in your Will, we would be grateful to hear from you so we can thank you personally.

Suggested Wording for Your Will

If you would like to include Adaptable Outdoor Recreation Society in your Will, you may share the following wording with your lawyer:

“I give to Adaptable Outdoor Recreation Society (Registered Charity Number: 76886 7749 RR0001, currently of PO Box 778 Bellevue, Alberta T0K 0C0 the sum of $_____ OR _____% of my estate OR the residue of my estate, to be used for its general charitable purposes.”

We recommend speaking with your lawyer or financial advisor when preparing or updating your Will.

Our Commitment

• Legacy gifts will be used responsibly to support our mission.
• Gifts will be treated as unrestricted unless otherwise agreed in writing.
• All conversations will be handled with confidentiality and respect.

We are deeply grateful to those who choose to leave this kind of lasting impact in our community.

Questions or a Confidential Conversation:

If you would like to learn more, request sample wording, or simply talk it through please contact:

Steve Holly
Executive Director & Co-Founder
adaptableoutdoors@outlook.com
403-707-5162

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this affect my finances today?
No. A gift in your Will only takes effect after your lifetime.

Can I change my mind later?
Yes. You can update your Will at any time.

Does it need to be a large amount?
No. Gifts of all sizes make a meaningful difference over time.

What if I want the gift used in a certain way?
We are happy to discuss your wishes. In most cases, unrestricted gifts allow the greatest flexibility to meet future needs and have the biggest impact in the community.