An ALS diagnosis often triggers a premature acceptance of actual or perceived physical limitations and a resulting down-shift in stimulating and fulfilling experiences. As avid travelers and explorers, Steve and Michel Gleason set out to continue pursuing a life of travel experiences in the face of Steve’s diagnosis; proving in the process that living with ALS just might be the ultimate adventure. This is the spirit that inspires Team Gleason Adventures.
With a goal to raising expanded public awareness of ALS, Team Gleason provides and documents extraordinary life Adventures for individuals with ALS. Team Gleason has afforded hundreds of people unique Adventures they would otherwise have never dreamed possible after their diagnosis.
Steve Gleason was a counterculture athlete who knew that his life on the field was not enough to fulfill his adventurous spirit, so he spent his off-season adventuring around the globe. He always enjoyed experiencing other cultures and learning from and connecting with individuals from around the globe.
This passion did not waver following his diagnosis, and his continued adventures took him to unique locations like Antarctica and Machu Picchu, capturing the essence of these destinations at every stop along the way. Documenting these adventures reflects the commitment to seeking exploration, despite an ALS diagnosis. These Adventures tell the story of resiliency and hope, and are empowering the culture within the ALS community.
By properly documenting each Adventure, the exposure of ALS to the public creates an enhanced level of public awareness. We believe these adventures are not only inspiring, but also create opportunities to educate individuals who would otherwise not know ALS.
From excursions to destinations around the world, to parties filled with family and friends, to trips to the Super Bowl or the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, Team Gleason Adventures create lasting and oftentimes, life changing memories for individuals and families living with ALS.
Team Gleason Adventures create lasting and oftentimes, life changing memories for individuals and families living with ALS.
Team Gleason Adventure with Peck and Willie Robertson
Jim Peckenpaugh asked Willie Robertson, CEO of Duck Commander, to join him on a deer hunting adventure. He was gifted a new Extreme x8 Power Wheelchair by Innovation In Motion so he can enjoy the outdoors in spite of living with ALS.
Patagonia: Angelina’s journey to the end of the world
Despite Angelina’s ALS diagnosis she didn’t let that stop her from a two-week journey to Chilean Patagonia in a wheelchair.
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Weekend in New Orleans
While we may be a bit partial, we were thrilled when David asked to come to New Orleans to see the Saints play with his family. Crawfish and Football? That’s an Adventure we can get behind.
ALS Will Not Rob Me | Kansas City Chiefs Game Adventure
Team Gleason stepped in and allowed me to not let ALS rob me. My adventure to see my favorite football team, the Kansas City Chiefs, was a highlight of my 2 year ALS journey.
Surprise trip to Super Bowl LVII
Team Gleason is thrilled to surprise a lifelong Kansas City Chiefs fan, Craig Fuchs, with tickets to Super Bowl LVII. Craig Fuchs from Kansas City and his family attended the Super Bowl in Phoenix, Arizona, on February 12th as part of the Team Gleason Foundation Adventure Program. Fuchs was diagnosed with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) in 2022.
Hawaii: Diving for Joy
Team Gleason is thrilled to send Steve, a lifelong firefighter and rescue diver, on an Adventure to Hawaii. Steve was able to spend much needed time with his wife and son, and even scuba dive for FUN, and not work, for the first time.
Christmas with the Cardinals
Steve Abels wasn’t going to let an ALS diagnosis get in the way of taking his family to see his nephew, Cameron Thomas, play in his rookie season with the Cardinals. Team Gleason Adventures was thrilled to send Steven to Phoenix for the Cardinals vs. Buccaneers Christmas game.
World of Coca-Cola Tour
Team Gleason was thrilled to send Christine and her husband on an Adventure to the World of Coca Cola in Atlanta, Georgia.
Make Every Experience the Best | Elkins Family Hawaii Trip
As my uncle says, “live like you’re dying,” make every experience the best. You choose your perspective on life, make it a good one and be happy with what you have done. Thank you again Team Gleason for sending us to Hawaii.
No White Flags, Ever! | Grand Canyon Adventure
The Baumann Family adventure trip to the Grand Canyon exceeded our wildest dreams and was over and above our expectations! Nothing could have prepared us for the emotions that touched our senses, the wonder that flooded our minds and the breath-taking beauty that permeated our very souls.
"We all have a timeline.
Most of us don't live like we have a timeline."
- Steve Gleason
No white flags!
