Welcome to our web site. Able Sail/Handi-Voile is a not for profit organization dedicated to providing sailing opportunities in Shediac Bay to the disabled in the Southeastern New Brunswick region.
ABLE SAIL LAUNCHES A NEW SAIL BOAT
Able Sail has acquired a new Martin 16 sail boat for its Learn to Sail program thanks to a generous contribution from the Windsor Foundation.
Come to the offical launching on Thursday, July 4th at 10am at the Shediac Bay Yacht Club.
It is equipped with power assist equipment that includes a sip and puff system that allows quadrepegics to navigate this sail boat. A big addition to our program!
See a video on Able Sail from the Weather Network
Able Sail / Handi-Voile Inc. is a unique project, its main objectives
are:
1.Fun.
2. Integration of disabled persons into the Shediac Bay sailing community.
3. Offering relaxing recreational sailing for all persons with disbilities.
4. Disabled persons, if they wish to learn how to sail competitively with instruction from our experienced sailing staff.
Eligibility
No
matter what disability you may have, we believe that you can enjoy
sailing and therefore are eligible for our program. No previous
experience is necessary. If you use a wheelchair we have an electric
lift that enables us to place you safely and directly into one of
our boats specifically designed with counterbalanced seats. If you use
a ventilator, please bring along a friend to help you.
Cost
Individuals $20 for the season
Organization/Group $200 for the season
Staff
Able Sail/Handi-Voile hires certified students to operate its sailing program for the disabled during the summer months.
Our employees are experienced and qualified sailors who have been chosen for their desire and ability to help you enjoy safe sailing.
Summer staff for 2018
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The management and administration of the affairs of the organization is conducted by a Board of Directors composed of a minimum of seven (7) persons and a maximum of fifteen (15) persons.