[blindlaw] Mike's Hike

[Michael O. Hanson]

Dear Mr. Schulz:

Let me see if I can answer your questions.  I purchased one GPS program 
myself.  I use Wayfinder Access.

I downloaded another GPS program called Loadstone for free.  Loadstone is a 
free open source software program available to anybody with the appropriate 
cell phone.

I also use a Nokia N82.  I got it, along with the KNFB Reader through 
Minnesota State Services for the Blind.

I plan to write a book about my experience.  I will be looking for a book 
deal.  We are currently seeking funding from the NFB, along with other 
sources.  I hope this answers your questions.  Please email me or visit 
www.blindhiker.com for more information.

Sincerely,


Mike Hanson

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bryan Schulz" <b.schulz at sbcglobal.net>
To: "NFBnet Blind Law Mailing List" <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Friday, December 12, 2008 2:34 PM
Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Mike's Hike


> hi,
>
> this sounds cool but...
> did you get the gps unit for free??
> are you looking for a book deal like Eric??
> is this funded by the nfb as well??
> Bryan
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Michael O. Hanson" <mhanson at winternet.com>
> To: <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Friday, December 12, 2008 8:24 AM
> Subject: [blindlaw] Mike's Hike
>
>
>> Dear Fellow Blind Lawyers:
>>
>> My name is Mike Hanson.  I happen to be blind.  I have been a member of 
>> this list for years and learned a great deal from it.
>>
>> I plan to hike the 2,174-mile Appalachian Trail using GPS starting in 
>> March, 2009 to demonstrate the independence of persons with visual 
>> impairments, the use of adaptive and assistive technology to achieve our 
>> independence, and the value of GPS to the blind community.  Adaptive 
>> technology will be a major component of my hike.
>>
>> Award-winning videographer Gary L. Steffens will make a documentary of 
>> Mike's Hike.  Please visit http://www.blindhiker.com for more information 
>> on my plans.
>>
>> Thank you for your support and suggestions so far.  The only obstacle on 
>> my path is funding.  Help me prove prevailing myths about the dependence 
>> of persons with disabilities wrong and open doors for persons with visual 
>> impairments.  Make me take a hike!
>>
>> Sincerely,
>>
>>
>> Mike Hanson
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