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Our Staff

Meet the passionate team behind ASMS — dedicated professionals committed to delivering world-class adaptive sports experiences.

Meet the Team

Our small but mighty staff work year-round to make adaptive mountain sports accessible to everyone.

  • Brian Kaepplinger headshot

    Inspired by his passion for the Colorado Rockies, Brian Kaepplinger has dedicated his career to making outdoor recreation accessible to individuals of all abilities.

    Brian began his career as a whitewater rafting guide before discovering adaptive sports through the National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD) and Ignite Adaptive Sports. Recognizing a need for greater accessibility in the Estes Park region, he founded an adaptive outdoor adventure business offering inclusive hiking, backcountry camping, and fly-fishing experiences in Rocky Mountain National Park.

    With a strong background in adaptive instruction, program development, and team leadership, Brian brings both technical expertise and a collaborative approach to ASMS. His certifications include PSIA Level I Alpine, Children's Specialist, Adaptive Level I, and TetraSki.

    Known for his humility, humor, and ability to bring people together, Brian is passionate about mentoring instructors, supporting athletes, and building strong volunteer teams. As Program Director, he looks forward to strengthening ASMS programs and expanding opportunities for individuals with disabilities to experience the freedom and joy of skiing and snowboarding.

  • Betsy Hurley headshot

    Betsy Hurley brings extensive experience in adaptive skiing, program management, and volunteer development to her role as Assistant Program Director at Adaptive Sports at Mount Snow. Having previously served as ASMS Program Director, she brings valuable organizational knowledge and a strong commitment to supporting athletes, instructors, and volunteers.

    Before joining ASMS, Betsy served as Senior Program Manager at the Bart Adaptive Center at Bromley Mountain, where she oversaw adaptive ski programming, volunteer recruitment and engagement, school group coordination, and Special Olympics programs.

    Betsy holds PSIA Level I Mono/Bi and Children's Specialist certifications, Level II Mono/Bi Ski accreditation, and a bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation from Springfield College.

    Outside of adaptive sports, Betsy is an accomplished martial artist, avid horseback rider, and outdoor enthusiast. She is dedicated to supporting quality instructional programs, strengthening the volunteer community, and helping athletes build confidence and independence on the mountain.

For general inquiries, contact info@adaptiveatsnow.org.