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CSSD in the News
Coverage of Challenged Sailors San Diego from around the bay and beyond.
CARRYING THE FAMILY LEGACY: San Diego sailor overcomes paralysis to compete among the best
Peter and the crew at Challenged Sailors look forward to getting more people who are interested in sailing into a boat and out onto the water. San Diego’s climate allows for sailing year-round, and the organization fills its boats almost every weekend.
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Top 10 Things to Do in San Diego County
Experience adaptive sailing with Challenged Sailors San Diego, offering weekly opportunities for individuals with disabilities to enjoy sailing in San Diego Bay. Utilizing specially adapted sailboats, participants can learn and engage in sailing activities in a supportive environment.
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Sailing Beyond Barriers: The Impact of Challenged Sailors San Diego
With a fleet of specially designed sailboats, a dedicated team of volunteers, and a mission to enhance dignity and independence, CSSD has become a cornerstone of adaptive sailing in the region.
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Challenged Sailors group takes folks with disabilities out sailing
Challenged Sailors San Diego marks its 11th anniversary. The nonprofit group provides free sailing, including lessons, to people with disabilities on Fridays and Saturdays, year-round.
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Martin 16 Used Boat Review
The Martin 16 is designed for people with disabilities is a surprisingly capable choice for a trailerable daysailer.
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Challenged Sailors San Diego Makes Sailing Accessible
Light winds, clear skies and sailing-friendly temperatures are the norm year-round, making it possible for Challenged Sailors San Diego to sail nearly every weekend.
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Dedicated to promoting fellow athletes with disabilities
Drawing on his own experiences, Peter Phillips uses microbiology and business degrees, plus a passion for athletics and sailing, to give back to the community
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All Hands on Deck Oct. 13
Kicking off at noon on Harbor Island, Challenged Sailors will be taking out individuals with disabilities on their Martin 16 sailboats to share their love of sailing with those who require extra assistance out at sea.
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CSSD receives contribution from new partner Holland America
San Diego and Holland America Launch 2024-25 Cruise Season
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AROUND THE COUNTY Challenged Sailors San Diego
Around the County Podcast featuring Challenged Sailors San Diego
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Practical Sailor - Sailing On After Losing a Sailing Partner
Volunteering is a great way to share your love for sailing.
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SD Union Tribune - Volunteering with Challenged Sailors
"Why becoming a Companion Sailer through the Challenged Sailors organization means so much."
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San Diego Magazine - Cruising the Bay
Challenged Sailors specially designed boats allow people with disabilities to sail without limits.
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Coronado Times - CSSD Races at the 2024 KMAC Regatta
The 12th annual Lt.JG Kyle McArthur (aka KMAC) Regatta was held this weekend at Glorietta Bay on April 27-28. The event was hosted by the KMAC Foundation with the help of the Coronado Yacht Club. The KMAC foundation provides ‘therapeutic, recreational, Corinthian (amateur) racing, and other sailing opportunities for people with disabilities to enhance their […] coronadotimes.com
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San Diego Magazine - 14 Wheelchair-Accessible Things to Do
These local hotspots around town offer plenty of accessibility-friendly ways to enjoy the city.
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Coronado News - Stories behind sailors of a small boat regatta
On Saturday, Oct. 14, the Coronado Yacht Club hosted a small boat regatta, and two adaptive sailing foundations participated.
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BVM Sports - Individuals with disabilities enjoy smooth sailing with Challenged Sailors San Diego
Free at sea: Individuals with disabilities enjoy smooth sailing with Challenged Sailors San Diego Each group sail relies on a chaser volunteer who moves around the bay in a power boat to provide a quick trip back to the dock if needed. (Credit: Russell Hart) Amy Shireman - BVM Sports
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Checkpoints - June 2023
Smooth Sailing - Grad volunteer helps share the freedom found on open waters
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Sail World - US Sailing names Adaptive Sailing awardees
US Sailing awarded the annual Adaptive, Training, Community Sailing, and One Design Awards this past ...
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CBS 8 - Challenged Sailors San Diego allows disabled boaters to get back on the high seas
[Video in Article] Challenged Sailors San Diego are actively looking for partners, sponsors, volunteers, sailors, and community support.
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Coronado News - McArthur Memorial Regatta
Among the sailboats in San Diego waters next weekend will be an unusual group of competitors striving for glory.
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The Log - A life on the water, well lived
Dock Lines. A life on the water, well lived.
Read article →Fox 5 San Diego - Challenged Sailors leave disabilities at the dock
Challenged Sailors of San Diego started four years ago as a nonprofit organization to help get those battling physical disabilities onto the water to sail.
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