Sail For Epilepsy Winter Sailing Camp
We are thrilled to partner with Challenged Sailors San Diego to offer a sailing experience for people with epilepsy. Learn the basics of sailing and get out on the water with a companion sailor for a few hours. Take the helm or sit back and enjoy the freedom of sailing.
WHEN: December 7th 2024, 11:30 – 3:30
WHERE: Challenged Sailors San Diego, 955 Harbor Island Drive, San Diego CA, Dock D, West end of Sunroad Marina parking lot
WHO: This opportunity is open to ages 8 and older, weigh less than 250lbs, and are able to follow commands. Participation may require an advance conversation depending on the frequency of the sailor’s seizures. An online waiver is required after registration.
COST: Due to limited availability this event requires a $10 registration fee. Scholarships are available to offset this cost if needed. Please request the scholarship when filling out the registration form.
Challenged Sailors San Diego is the award-winning program providing adaptive sailing for people living with disabilities. Their primary fleet of Martin 16s are specially designed boats that allow people with disabilities to sail without limits. They are made to be SAFE. Adaptive sailors will sit comfortably in the main center area with a joystick and access to control every aspect of steering. Sailors sit in safe and comfortable bucket seats. Torso straps are available for sailors who may require them.
Prior to the camp, the volunteer companion sailors will learn about epilepsy and undergo basic training for seizure first aid. While on the water, the sailboats will be accompanied by a medical professional in a power driven chase boat.
Schedule: December 7, 2024
- 11:30am: Arrival, networking
- 12:00: Pre-sail briefing
- 12:30 – 2:30: Sailing
- 2:30: Return to dock / de-rig boat
- 3 – 3:30: Snacks and sea stories
About Challenged Sailors
See the FAQs on the Challenged Sailors San Diego website for additional details.
Organizer
Challenged Sailors San Diego is the award-winning program providing FREE adaptive sailing for people living with disabilities. Every Friday and Saturday from 11:30am-3:00pm. #WeSailEveryWeekend. No experience necessary. We make an easy, fun and exhilarating experience.
Our eight Martin16 sailboats are made especially for adaptive sailing. More experienced adaptive sailors can pilot our sailboats along with an accomplished companion sailor who sits behind. New adaptive sailors can relax and enjoy an afternoon on the harbor while your companion does the driving.
That’s why we were awarded US Sailing’s Robie Pierce Award for outstanding adaptive sailing, the most significant award honored each year in our field.
Challenged Sailors San Diego is an all-volunteer organization. We rely on the community’s generosity and financial donations to enable us to fulfill our mission.
The Sail For Epilepsy team is on a mission to sail the oceans of the world to raise awareness of epilepsy. Sail For Epilepsy will post photos, videos, and blogs while Phil sails offshore and we have real-time interactions with people living with epilepsy to inspire them to take 1MoreStep to live a fuller life. Follow our social media channels and sign up for our e_newsletter to follow the voyage.
When you give to Sail For Epilepsy, you are supporting our efforts to encourage people with epilepsy, their families, and their caregivers to take One More Step towards living a fuller life. If you’d like to help, you can do so by donating today.