Butler County Man creating accessible campgrounds

Camping is a chance to unwind and connect with nature— but for people living with disabilities, the outdoors aren’t always accessible.

A Butler County man is on a mission to change that for all Kentuckians—building a campground designed for everyone.


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A near-fatal accident left Kent Madison paralyzed—but it didn’t change his love for the outdoors.


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He faced that challenge head-on during a camping trip—when he realized how few places could accommodate his needs.


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Wheelable Wilderness will be a fully accessible campground—built so no one has to worry about barriers.


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And it goes beyond flat paths and ramped cabins—Kent plans to provide adaptive gear to help people explore even further.


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The project is still in development—but Kent says the demand is out there, and so is the determination.


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