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  Sail Able Nova Scotia Mission Statement

Did you know that the Sail Able Association of Nova Scotia is a registered, non-profit, organization located right here in the Halifax area? Our aim is to promote the integration of persons with disabilities into the recreation of sailing for pleasure and/or competitive sailing.

Sail Able has no paid employees and is operated entirely by its members and volunteers who help raise the funds necessary to keep the program afloat. The annual membership fee of only $25.00 per year allows each member to sail on our sailboat often from the beginning of July until the end of September each summer.

Our accessible 20.6 foot sailboat, appropriately named Free Spirit, is kept at an accessible dock on an accessible marina at the Dartmouth Yacht Club on Windmill Road, Dartmouth. We are always happy to discuss our program, and we would be proud to give you a tour of, or a sail on, our accessible sailboat.

This year, Sail Able will be able to offer sailing in our recent acquisition. A Martin16 accessible sailboat will be available for use this summer, just in time for participation in the Mobility Cup 2007. We hope to be able to provide sail training for all members as well as outfitting the Martin16 with “sip and puff” technology so that anyone can learn to sail on their own including high quads and others that have difficulty grasping objects with their hands.

Volunteers are essential for Sail Able and are needed to assist in many capacities. If you have time to spend with us, even if it is an hour here or a morning or afternoon there, please let us know. Also, any donations of funds, or items that can be used on our boat, are always welcome and are acknowledged by official receipts for tax purposes. This program has improved the quality of life for many since 1990. With the support of more members and volunteers, we will continue to do so for many years to come. So come out and enjoy some fun in the sun with us!

For more information on the Sail Able Association of Nova Scotia, becoming a member or you wish to volunteer as a:

  1. Skipper
  2. Land Volunteer
  3. Sailing Companion
  4. Maintenance Crew
  5. Special Events
  6. Administration

we want to talk to you! Please visit our contact page.

Updated: Saturday, September 8, 2007 9:29 AM AST