A tall ship is opening its deck to young people with disabilities. Sail Training Ireland is taking sign-ups for two “Sea Change for All” voyages this autumn.
The week-long trips run on the Pelican of London. Crews will sail from Dún Laoghaire in September and October.
Places are for anyone over 14 with a disability. A buddy or carer can also come along.
Organisers call it “challenging but fun”.
Unfortunately, wheelchair users cannot join due to the ship’s design.
Stops in the UK or the Isle of Man are planned, depending on the weather.
The project is backed by the Disability Participation and Awareness Fund, Rethink Ireland and the Department of Children, Disability and Equality.
“Inclusion has always been a key pillar of what we do,” Sail Training Ireland said.
The under-18 trip runs from 28 September to 5 October. The over-18 voyage is 7 to 13 October.
Both cost €150 and begin and end in Dún Laoghaire.
Apply online: Under-18s Voyage and Over-18s Voyage
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