Friends of Distant Hill

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Help Make Distant Hill More Accessible!

“Disability is the only identity that anyone can suddenly take on at any time.” — Emily Ladau 

In January 2026, Distant Hill received a $24,999 grant from the Christopher & Dana ReeveFoundation to purchase a TerrainHopper mobility vehicle! 

The TerrainHopper will allow individuals with mobility limitations to explore most of our trail network and gardens, and enjoy the natural beauty of Distant Hill. It is designed to navigate rugged terrain, including forest trails, roots, rocks, and hills, providing access to areas of the property that are otherwise difficult or impossible to reach with standard mobility devices.

We also have a portable track-and-lift system, as well as transfer boards, to support riders in transferring into and out of the TerrainHopper. Our goal is to reduce barriers to access and create more inclusive opportunities for our community members to enjoy the physical and mental health benefits of spending time outdoors.

Distant Hill is excited to offer our new TerrainHopper, free of charge by reservation, to individuals with mobility limitations for up to two hours

For our TerrainHopper Accessibility Program to work, we need your help. There are ongoing costs to keep the program up and running.

Thanks in advance for helping Distant Hill 

'Make Nature & the Outdoors Accessible to Everyone!'

To learn more about Distant Hill, visit: www.distanthill.org

Who We Are

The mission of Distant Hill Gardens and Nature Trail is to make nature and the outdoors accessible to everyone. We strive to inspire and empower children and adults, no matter their ability, to cultivate an intimate connection to the natural world through education, observation, and play, while teaching the importance of nature-based play and recreation to overall health and wellness.

Friends of Distant Hill is the 501(c)(3) nonprofit arm of Distant Hill Gardens and Nature Trail located in Walpole, and Alstead, NH, USA.