I have the pleasure to tell you today about an association in Victoria that has been a part of my life for 4 years. The Disabled Sailing Association is a non-profit organization out of Esquimalt harbour that gives lessons, cruise sails, and takes trips to the Easter Seals Camp in Shawnigan during the summer to those who are living with disabilities. The summer is coming up and they will be looking for volunteers. If you are interested, contact the Recreation Integration Victoria at (250)477-6314.
Martin 16 with Instructor Max Brown – Matthew Kerr
The above picture, a Martin 16 keel boat, designed specifically to be adaptable for sailors with disabilities. The Disabled Sailing Association of B.C., Victoria Branch (DSABC) has two of these. They also have a few other boats including the Access dinghy and an olympic class Sonar keel boat. During the summer more than 200 sails will take place in Esquimalt harbour. For information on DSABC or the Recreation Integration Victoria visit www.rivonline.org. Volunteers are always needed for a nice summer day on the water.
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