SEAS is proud to announce the first adaptive sailor has used our version of the Lazy Susan! Hear his story below!
For Immediate Release
June 2, 2015
City of Port Washington, Discovery World finalize Summer 2015 partnership for S/V Denis Sullivan visits to city harbor
PORT WASHINGTON, WI: The City of Port Washington and Discovery World Science & Technology Center have finalized an agreement which ensures the S/V Denis Sullivan tall ship will be spending some weekend days in the city’s harbor – the only in Ozaukee County – this summer.
The agreement for Summer 2015 involves the S/V Denis Sullivan visiting the City of Port Washington from June 25-29, July 4-5, and August 21-23, with additional dates in early September also a possibility. Daily deck tours will be offered, as will numerous sail opportunities for the public, including one the night of July 4th during the city’s fireworks show.
For a full listing of sail opportunities out of Port Washington and to reserve a seat, individuals can book online via the Discovery World website at: http://www.discoveryworld.org/exhibits/sailing-vessel-denis-sullivan/sails-in-port-washington/. Special “Family Package” rates are also available for certain sails; to purchase or learn more, please call Reservations at (414) 765-8625.
“In the short-term, this provides a direct economic impact within our community through activating lakefront activities for visitors and residents alike,” said City of Port Washington Mayor Tom Mlada. “And from an educational perspective, this is a unique way to engage students, instructional staff, school leaders, and families in a hands-on, real-life outdoor classroom experience that imparts relevant knowledge of and celebrates our maritime history and culture.”
According to Mlada, that is a very important part of the city’s identity as a proud coastal community, and a focus of ongoing city branding and collaborative strategic marketing efforts aimed at driving additional earned media value for both the city and county.
“Over the longer-term, this represents an historic opportunity to build on this relationship to benefit residents of our City, our County and neighboring Counties, and also positively impact Discovery World as an organization,” Mlada stated. “For us as city, it is truly an investment and presents some incredible opportunities to generate additional tourism value, expand support of our local retailers, and advance partnerships with city and county businesses.”
Joel Brennan, president and CEO of Discovery World Science & Technology Center, agreed with the potential long-term value for all involved.
“You don’t get to the long-term stuff without dipping your toe in the water,” Brennan said. “This can be the beginning of an impactful longer-term partnership.”
For Discovery World, the partnership with Port Washington is a way to bring in revenue to help finance an expensive asset of the museum as well as an opportunity to turn the schooner into more of a regional attraction, he said.
“It is always a positive to advance learning opportunities and educational partnerships and increase awareness of regional assets, and this is a chance for us to do so at all levels within the City of Port Washington, surrounding communities, and neighboring counties,” Brennan said.
“It’s an opportune time right now because there’s so much happening in Port,” he continued. “To have the Denis Sullivan be on site in Port for a number of days in Summer will help us really make a better connection between the Sullivan, Discovery World, the City of Port Washington, and residents and visitors from elsewhere.”
Media Tom Mlada, Mayor, at (262) 573-8736 or mladaforportmayor@gmail.com
Contacts: Paul Fladten, Public Relations Manager, at (262) 745-6754 or pfladten@discoveryworld.org
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Our version of the Lazy Susan, a design first started by Team Paradise in Miami, is ready for its first students. The design is ideal for an individual with limited mobility to experience sailing in its true form. The chair rotates allowing for the crew to remain on the high side (or low side if its light!).
SISTERS UNDER SAIL SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
SHEBOYGAN, WI - The Sailing Education Association of Sheboygan (SEAS) and The Sheboygan Yacht Club are happy to announce Victoria Rietbrock, of Sheboygan, has won the Sisters Under Sail Scholarship. A consolation prize, donated by the Sheboygan Youth Sailing Club, of two books and free sailing course has been awarded to Jordyn Schipper, of Oostburg.
SEAS and the Sheboygan Yacht Club would like to thank all the wonderful young women who applied as well as those who helped support this scholarship opportunity. The candidates have shown just how many amazing young women we have in our community who work hard not only to achieve their own dreams but also help others along the way.
We hope to provide this opportunity again in 2016!
Saturday April 25th Sail Sheboygan and SEAS hosted a volunteer appreciation event to thank the scores of volunteers that helped make the 2014 season a success. Over 50 volunteers were in attendance out of a master list that went well over 100 individuals. Volunteers were presented with navy vests as a token of appreciation for all their efforts.
Sail Sheboygan President, Jason Bemis, spoke to the group and showed his appreciation to all the volunteers, which was reinforced by short comments by Terry Kohler and Sheboygan Yacht Club Commodore Michou Reichelsdorfer. All enjoyed a great evening of food and camaraderie.
The 2015 season will feature the WIM Series returning September 15-20th and the Richardson Cup Championship October 1-4th. Those wishing to volunteer can fill out a volunteer commitment card or express your interest to Matt Wierzbach mattw@seasheboygan.org.
Saturday, May 9, 2015
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
SEAS and Spaceport Sheboygan are proud to present a FREE Public Open House and National Marine Sanctuary Symposium. Come explore Spaceport Sheboygan during this FREE ADVENTURE OPEN HOUSE featuring presentations and exhibits about Wisconsin’s National Marine Sanctuary Nomination! Events and workshops for all ages!
Click here for the schedule: From Sea to Space
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chicago to Host 2015 Blind World Fleet Racing Championship
Chicago Yacht Club, Chicago Match Race Center, Sail Sheboygan to Co-Host Regatta in September
CHICAGO (April 3, 2015) – The Chicago Yacht Club, along with Sail Sheboygan and the Chicago Match Race Center, will host the 2015 Blind World Fleet Racing Championship from September 9-13.
After it was announced that the 2015 Blind World Fleet Racing Championship in Houston was canceled, these three organizations worked closely with Blind Sailing International to bring the event to Chicago for the first time.
“We here at the Chicago Yacht Club are fortunate to have nearby likeminded partners like Sail Sheboygan and the Chicago Match Race Center who are committed to providing venues for disabled sailing,” said Chicago Yacht Club Commodore Greg Miarecki. “We want to see events like this succeed, and we worked quickly to bring the Blind World Fleet Racing Championship to Chicago in 2015. We look forward to welcoming some of the best sight-impaired racers from all over the world to the shores of Lake Michigan this September.”
The 2015 Blind World Fleet Racing Championship event will bring the world’s top sight-impaired sailors to compete in four days racing out of Chicago Yacht Club’s Belmont Station. The last fleet race worlds in the U.S. was hosted by the New York Yacht Club in 2006.
“This has been an amazing feat of organization between three prestigious and highly experienced sailing centers,” said Vicki Sheen, chairwoman of Blind Sailing International. “We are really looking forward to coming back to the USA. The event will be critical to supporting the expansion of blind sailing and giving the opportunity for other blind sailors to develop their skills and join us.”
The event will host approximately 20 teams from all over the world — three teams from five to seven countries— to Chicago. The teams will sail in three divisions: Blind 1, Blind 2 and Blind 3. Each team sails with a sighted tactician/coach and may also have coach boats on the water.
As co-hosts, the Chicago Match Race Center and Sail Sheboygan are helping by providing boats and staff help to run the regatta. Competitors will race in Sonars and Tom 28s.
“The Chicago Match Race Center is excited to partner with the Chicago Yacht Club and Sail Sheboygan to bring this fantastic event to the Windy City,” said Tod Reynolds, director of the Chicago Match Race Center. “This will be a must-attend world championship for the adaptive sailing community with immaculately maintained boats and professional race management all hosted in the heart of one of the world's must-visit cities.”
For more information, please visit the Chicago Yacht Club website. Interested sponsors may contact the Chicago Yacht Club.
About the Chicago Yacht Club
The Chicago Yacht Club has been part of the Chicago boating community since it was founded in 1875. Today, CYC is the premier social and racing destination for Chicago boaters and is ranked as one of the top 10 yacht clubs in the U.S. by the Platinum Club of America. A membership of 1,400 boating enthusiasts plan and participate in dozens of social, educational and racing events held throughout the year at our Monroe and Belmont stations — both located on Chicago’s iconic lakefront. There are opportunities for every member of the family to find something to enjoy at the Chicago Yacht Club. Learn more at chicagoyachtclub.org.
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Here is an excellent video from the EPA worth a watch!