Page 4 - Stuart Exposure - September '23

Page 4, Stuart Exposure

On The Water For A Cause from page 1 just offshore of the to instructions from their personal mentor. We sail once a
U.S. Sailing Center. week on Sunday, usually from 3 to 5 p.m.. Many thanks to
thanks to all the coaches and volunteers who helped make Each session starts the executive director of the Martin County U.S. Sailing
this happen! with a briefing and Center, Alan Jenkinson and the mentors and volunteers
Special Olympics Florida provides year-round sports classroom instruction that make this program possible. For further information
training and competition, crucial health screenings, and and a debriefing after on Success Sailing please call Alan Jenkinson at (772)
leadership training programs to Martin County residents the day’s sailing 334-8085 or Doug Campbell at (305) 298-2625.
and all Floridians with intellectual and developmental session.
disabilities. All programs are offered free of charge and The Sa il i ng
our sports programs accommodate all ability levels. Festival is the
We are finishing our summer sports – surfing, stand- culmination of many
up paddleboard, swimming, and bowling – and are weeks of practice.
transitioning to our fall sports – powerlifting, softball, Fifteen sailors hit
gymnastics, and golf. Special Olympics Florida serves the water after class
60,000 athletes statewide. Our Central Region includes instruction and a
the following counties: Martin, Lake, Orange, Seminole, hamburger and hot
Brevard, Polk, Osceola, Indian River, Okeechobee, and dog cookout. Competition was keen, as sailors raced
St. Lucie. from a beach start out into the lagoon. The final race
If you’re interested in more information on getting featured seven of our sailors who were single handling
involved with our local programming, please contact the their vessels without the presence of an instructor. Success
local Community Engagement Manager, HaleyRobbins@ Sailing is available to persons who have an intellectual
sofl.org, or visit specialolympicsflorida.org/central. disability and are at least 14 years old and able to relate
Martin County U.S. Sailing

Center Holds Its Third

Success Sailing Festival

On Saturday, Aug. 19, the Martin County U.S. Sailing
Center held its third annual Success Sailing Festival. Success
Sailing is a program in which people with intellectual
disabilities are taught how to sail a 14-foot Hobie Wave
catamaran. Success Sailing has its own fleet of six Hobe
Wave catamarans. All is safe, the sailor is not going to get
hit on the head by a boom, because this boat does not have a
boom. The program offers a one-on-one mentoring from an
accomplished instructor. Our students are taught how to rig
the boat, how to sail the boat, and how to derig the boat. We
sail on Sundays from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Indian River Lagoon,

Stuart Air Show from page 1

The TD Bank Dirty Flight Suit Party takes place in the
VIP area at Witham Field on Friday, Nov. 10 and includes
front row center seating from which to view the military
jets, breathtaking aerobatics and fireworks. It includes a
fantastic catered menu, open bar and a meet and greet
with pilots and performers. Seating is extremely limited,
and tickets must be purchased online in advance.
In addition to the Dirty Flight Suit Party, General
Admission tickets to Friday night’s event are also
available for purchase starting at just $30.
The gates open at 4:30 p.m., and shortly after, the
sky transforms into a canvas of mesmerizing twilight
performances against the backdrop of a setting sun.
Following the spectacular fireworks display and
the infamous “Wall of Fire,” enjoy a rocking fun live
concert. Vendors and concessions will be open to make
it a night to remember.
Special pricing is available for active military and
our veterans.
For ticket information, performers, and to learn more
about this breathtaking celebration of aviation visit
StuartAirShow.com.

TD Bank Dirty Flight Suit Party 2018. Provided by Stuart
Air Show See answer in this paper.