Chewymom

I have been a fan of Horny Toad clothes since I got my first black dress made by them about five years ago. I have only bought their clothes through retail stores, and today I got a catalog directly from them. As I flipped through, I came across a page in the center that tells about a program called Planet Access Training, which is a non-profit life-skills training group in Chicago. Horny Toad has partnered with PAC, and they even send their employees on vacations with adults with developmental disabilities through the Search for Adventure travel program.

On page 31 of my catalog was printed the following letter, which I loved:

To all Toads,
Thanks to you guys I just spent an incredible week out in Gunnison, CO at the Powderhorn Dude Ranch. It was so beautiful out there–a perfect place to get away fro cell pones and computers. The best thing about the week by far, was the group from Search.
Getting to know Ed, Richard, Mark, Jim, Allie and Jen made the week. It’s hard to put into words how much fun we had. I don’t know if I’ve ever laughed so much!
We kept busy all week. We rafted down the Gunnison, rode horses, went 4-wheelin,’ hiked, took a pontoon boat down the Black Canyon gorge, squared danced and played a few hands of Blackjack. Those guys had the time of their lived, as did I.
I don’t know how to describe it other than to use Ed’s words. He’s an older guy who’s pretty quiet. He has difficulty seeing but he’s willing to try everything. He does a mean Elvis, too. I was helping him walk back from horseback riding and he started laughing to himself. I asked, “What’s so funny Ed?” His response was, “I just can’t believe how blessed I am.”
That says it all for me. Thanks for making that happen for Ed, and for me. It’s a week we’ll never forget.
Sarah McDonald

If you are looking for cool outdoor clothing, please be sure to check out Horny Toad! This is a business I’m happy to support!

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