Our Stories

After years of being told what her son Johnny would never be able to do, Alina Galligan took a chance on adaptive archery—and discovered a community where he could truly belong. Through Northland Adaptive Recreation, Johnny found joy, connection, and a sense of pride, transforming not only his abilities but how his family sees his future. What began as a single activity became something much greater: renewed hope, possibility, and a place where Johnny can simply be a kid.