ADAPTIVE DEFENSE and Adaptive Defensive Shooting Summit (ADSS) came about through the vision of Trevor Baucom. Trevor served with distinction for 13 years in the U.S. Army as a Blackhawk Helicopter pilot. Trevor lost the use of his legs after a serious helicopter crash in Afghanistan. Trevor’s story is like many who encountered adversity and have lived to overcome life challenges and move forward never looking back.
Trevor during his rehabilitation process found the world of competitive shooting sports. Originally Trevor became the first Pro member of Team Smith & Wesson who competed from a wheelchair. After leaving Team Smith & Wesson, Trevor found himself as a member of Team Ruger when he signed with Sturm, Ruger & Company in 2018.
Chris Killoy, Ruger’s President & CEO put it this way . . . “His sheer grit and determination make him the perfect addition to Team Ruger.”
Trevor began competitive shooting in 2011 at the NRA National Action Pistol Championship. Since then, he as accomplished that goal and has competed in NRA’s Bianchi Cup, IDPA matches, SCAS Pistol Tournament Championships and USPSA multi-gun matches to mention a few.
Trevor set out to accomplish a mission to make NRA and IDPA shooting sports more accessible for all disabled shooters and individuals.
The culmination of his efforts brought about ADSS (Adaptive Defensive Shooting Summit) who’s first ever event was held at Sig Sauer Academy in Epping, NH in 2019. The event was such a success it has been held at Sig Sauer Academy every year since and moving into 2024 this will be the 6th annual event for ADSS.
Trevor and Crew from ADAPTIVE DEFENSE and ADSS hope to see every adaptive individual that wishes to participate at this years event. For more information specifically on the ADSS event please go to https://adaptiveshoot.com
ABOUT ADAPTIVE DEFENSE:
ADAPTIVE DEFENSE is a qualified 501(c)(3) public charitable organization under IRS regulations and State of Texas regulations.
ADAPTIVE DEFENSIVE SHOOTING SUMMIT (ADSS):
ADSS is the ADAPTIVE DEFENSE annual public event in which we educate, train and practice through competition safety and defensive concepts applicable to adaptive individuals.
ADSS is held annually at the SIG Sauer Academy in Epping, NH.
For more information on the ADSS event please visit https://adaptiveshoot.com
Information found on the ADSS website includes:
- Disabilities
- Registration
- Partners / Sponsors
- Volunteers
- Rules
- Sig Sauer Academy & the Sig Experience Center
- Lodging
- Dining
The above information can be found on the ADSS website.
For 2024 – ADSS is scheduled to be held September 18-21, 2024
Registration will open June, 2024
PARTNERS & SPONSORS:
ADAPTIVE DEFENSE is always seeking partners & sponsors who want to support our mission. Potential partners/sponsors should use the PARTNER contact form to reach out and a representative from ADAPTIVE DEFENSE will contact you directly to discuss a potential partnership or sponsorship.
Existing partners/sponsors whom need additional information from ADAPTIVE DEFENSE for their records, accounting, or just general information, please use the PARTNER contact form to request a call back from ADAPTIVE DEFENSE so we can cater to your needs.
DONATIONS:
ADAPTIVE DEFENSE exists solely on partners/sponsors and donations to fulfill their mission of helping adaptive individuals.
As a IRS 501(c)(3) all donations to ADAPTIVE DEFENSE / ADSS are tax deductible.
Monetary donations are always welcome as well as other forms of donations such as tangible goods, services and venue use / assistance.
For assistance, questions or general information about donations to ADAPTIVE DEFENSE or ADSS please use our DONATIONS contact form and we will contact you directly to assist you.
VOLUNTEER:
We receive request from individuals all the time seeking to find out how they can participate in ADAPTIVE DEFENSE/ADSS events. As ADAPTIVE DEFENSE/ADSS is a non-profit organization we do not have paid positions or paid staff members. We do however utilize and embrace volunteers wishing to help and participate in events through out the year.
Volunteers are the backbone of the ADSS events and we cannot put on these large events without the service of volunteers.
If you have a desire to be a integral part of ADSS and to be a volunteer please use the VOLUNTEER contact form to reach out directly to ADAPTIVE DEFENSE and a member will contact you with more information.
As with many things volunteers are limited in the number we can allow so if you desire to participate as a volunteer get your request in early.