S.O.L.O. (Special Outdoor Leisure Opportunit ies) is a volunteer program directed by community profession als who contribute to the independen ce of those who face daily challenges beyond their control. With the aid of special equipment and skilled instructor s, SOLO has made Alpine skiing, Nordic skiing and Snowshoein g a reality for hundreds of disabled individual s in our area. SOLO instructor s are trained in adapted ski techniques for teaching physically , visually and mentally disabled individuals from age eight to adult.