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    February 12, 2025

    News From our Leadership – A Message from Chairman Jim Muldoon Dear Brendan Sailing Friends and Supporters, Last month, we had the pleasure of celebrating the 2024 Brendan Sailing Award winners, where we honored the outstanding achievements and dedication of this year’s volunteers and campers. It was truly inspiring to see the passion, skill, and......

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    January 31, 2025

    News We having our second annual ‘Navigating Differences Symposium’ this year – we hope you join us! Click here Annapolis, MD – Brendan Sailing held its annual Brendan Sailing Awards, where the organization recognized outstanding volunteers and campers who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication, and growth in their commitment to the mission of empowering youth......

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    November 1, 2024

    News From our Leadership – A Message from Chairman Jim Muldoon Dear Brendan Sailing Friends and Supporters, As we share this latest edition of our newsletter, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your unwavering support over the years. Because of your generosity and belief in our mission, Brendan Sailing......

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    August 20, 2024

    News From our Leadership – A Message from Chairman Jim Muldoon What a wonderful summer we had! This year’s camps sailed by fast, with 77 campers participating in our Annapolis and St. Mary’s camps. At the different graduations, parents had an opportunity to celebrate all the kids had accomplished on and off the water. Take......

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    February 29, 2024

    News Check out the latest issue of Spinsheet Magazine featuring our new executive director, Jane Millman! READ HERE...

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    December 14, 2023

    News https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXT70gzyjjE&t=1sSee the amazing transformation of youth with learning differences in the new video on our program, “The Gift of Brendan Sailing”​ READ HERE...

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    November 10, 2023

    News See each video presentation here below: Kate McElderryKaren Leggett“Normal Isn’t Real” Panel DiscussionDr. Derrick CogburnDr. Keiko ShikakoCharlie Arms The 2023 Navigating Differences Symposium video presentations are now available on the Brendan Sailing YouTube. Recap to hear from the amazing presenters, and see our Symposium webpage for more info, including resources to RS...

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    September 15, 2023

    News Derrick Cogburn is advocating for the inclusion of students with disabilities through his roles as the executive director of the Institute on Disability and Public Policy at American University and as a member of the board of directors for Brendan Sailing. (Photo courtesy of Brendan Sailing) By Mennatalla Ibrahim,Special to the AFRO The American......

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    July 9, 2023

    News ​​Brendan Sailing Summer 2023 NewsletterVolume VI Edition III In this edition:Chairman’s MessageExecutive Director’s MessageSummer Camp ProgrammingStaff Spotlight: Penny AlisonVolunteer Spotlight: Gary Hague2nd Navigating Differences SymposiumFall US Sailboat Show Review Us! READ THE SUMMER 2023 NEWSLETTER HERE...

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    July 1, 2023

    News By Brian Jeffries One of the first lessons kids at Brendan’s Sailing camp learn is what to do if your boat capsizes. “It’s important for us to show the kids what to do if they fall in the water,” said Diane Sullivan, a trainer for the program for children with learning differences. “They see......

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    June 20, 2023

    News Founder Of Sailing School For Kids With Learning Differences Honored With Award “I’m going to sailing school that’s entirely for kids like me,” announces 11-year old Maggie Lee (whose name has been changed for privacy), a bright, rambunctious child who is excited to start sixth grade this fall. Lee will be attending Brendan Sailing,......

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    June 7, 2023

    News James P Muldoon Receives the National Guardian Award from The U.S. Coast Guard Foundation In Washington D.C. His Leadership with Annapolis Based Brendan Sailing and D.C Sail Recognized Among His Other Outstanding Boating Achievements IMAGE: James P. Muldoon receives the 2023 Guardian Award from The U.S. Coast Guard Foundations Chairman of the Board, Thomas......

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    May 25, 2023

    News https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBtEga40i5Y&t=9sBrendan Sailing was featured on the Special Education Inner Circle podcast’s new episode, “Experiential Summer Learning for All Learners”. Listen and learn more below! Ep 184 – Experiential Summer Learning for All Learners Blog: https://www.catherinewhitcher.com/blog/summerexperiences YouTube: https://www.youtube.com...

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    April 26, 2023

    News Come help us share our message of building life skills and self-confidence with the visitors at the Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show! Volunteer several hours and get a free pass to the show, which this year runs April 28- April 30th. Sign up below! Volunteer at the Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show...

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    April 23, 2023

    News Gabriel Evans discovered Brendan Sailing five years ago, when his family found a camp that resonated with his needs. He had been to other camps and really enjoyed the outdoor activities, but was really intrigued with the opportunity to learn how to sail.   His family are kayakers and he has a natural love......

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    April 20, 2023

    News Aaron Schmerling’s wall is adorned with many awards. Most are from his years as a top performing Financial Planner with Prudential Advisors, ranked as a top 5 Financial Advisor/Planner for the Mid-Atlantic Financial Group encompassing Maryland, DC, Virginia and Delaware as well as being a top 100 Advisor/Planner Nationwide. On that wall, amongst those......

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    April 17, 2023

    News Brendan Approach training has partnered with Spectrum Sailing to provide instruction for all the instructors delivering their program. We have a very busy spring planned with sessions in Sarasota, Jacksonville, Toledo, Chicago, Park City and Charleston, SC. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BRENDAN APPROACH...

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    April 15, 2023

    News We having our second annual ‘Navigating Differences Symposium’ this year – we hope you join us! Learn More about the 2023 Symposium Here...

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    April 13, 2023

    News “The Brendan Sailing program showed my son he could win no matter the challenge! I have been telling him for years, now he believes it! I would encourage all parents to give this gift to their child, the gift of confidence.” – Parent of Brendan Sailor, 2022 SIGN UP/LEARN MORE!...

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    April 10, 2023

    News Applications are Now Open! Apply today to get preferred dates for our summer programs. Applications have been brisk, and many of the most popular dates will go to waitlist soon, so please apply now! This year, our beach-based Annapolis programs begin June 19th with a two week session June 19-June 30th.Our next session is......

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    April 7, 2023

    News Having just finished a Brendan Approach workshop in Jacksonville, Florida, I am excited about sharing the magic that is Brendan Sailing with the rest of the country. The decades of work with youth with learning differences and the continuing search for knowledge has gone into the development of our Brendan Approach workshops. Just last......

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    April 4, 2023

    News Dear Brendan Community, Today marks the official start of Spring, the Equinox. I look forward to this year’s Brendan Sailing programs. The Brendan Team has been hard at work during the off season, preparing impactful programs for 2023 and spreading the word about Brendan Sailing. Registration opened last month for our summer programs in......

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    March 20, 2023

    News Brendan Approach training has partnered with Spectrum Sailing to provide instruction for all the instructors delivering their program. We have a very busy spring planned with sessions in Sarasota, Jacksonville, Toledo, Chicago, Park City and Charleston, SC ​Camper Reunion Aboard the Woodwind! Brendan Sailing 2023 Spring Newsletter Volume VI Edition I In this edition:......

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    February 15, 2023

    News We are now accepting applications for Brendan Sailing’s 2023 Summer Programs! Get your choice of dates…apply now! Apply Now...

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    November 30, 2022

    News Check out the inside scoop and the latest on what’s happening with the Brendan Sailing Program! Brendan Sailing Fall 2022 NewsletterVolume V Edition IV In this edition:Chairman’s MessageExecutive Director’s MessageAwards Party RecapDC Fall ProgramVolunteer Spotlight: Davis CarrollStaff Spotlight: Peter UdalovCamper Spotlight: Ariana & Alex MarburyUS Sailboat ShowGiving...

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    August 11, 2022

    News Check out the inside scoop and the latest on what’s happening with the Brendan Sailing Program! ​Brendan Sailing Summer 2022 NewsletterVolume V Edition III In this edition:Chairman’s MessageExecutive Director’s MessageSummer Camp Program RecapNavigating Differences SymposiumBoard Member Spotlight: Derrick CogburnStaff Spotlight: Jodi WeinbeckerCamper Spotlight: The Kim F...

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    May 19, 2022

    News Check out the inside scoop and the latest on what’s happening with the Brendan Sailing Program! ​​Brendan Sailing Spring 2022 NewsletterVolume V Edition II In this edition:Chairman’s MessageExecutive Director’s MessageBring A Friend to CampAnnapolis Spring Sailboat Show RecapBoard Member Spotlight: Kent-Harris RepassStaff Spotlight: Danielle FeerstCamper Spotlight: The...

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    March 13, 2022

    News Check out the inside scoop and the latest on what’s happening with the Brendan Sailing Program! ​Brendan Sailing Winter 2022 NewsletterVolume V Edition I In this edition:Chairman’s MessageExecutive Director’s MessageSummer Camp Applications Now OpenCamper Spotlight: Caden QuirionVolunteer Spotlight: Lisa SalazarBoard Member SpotlightWelcome Joanna Wilson, Admin Assistant...

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    February 7, 2022

    News Brendan Sailing was recently featured in Spinsheet Magazine! RSVP now for 2022 summer sailing programs in Annapolis and St. Mary’s in Maryland! See the magazine write-up from Spinsheet here (Pg. 40). RSVP for 2022 Programs...

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    August 12, 2021

    News See the article below, or read via Spinsheet here....

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    July 16, 2021

    News Brendan Sailing staff, campers and family members spent a sunny Thursday afternoon on the 74-foot Schooner Woodwind on the Severn River after learning how to sail on a single-sail dinghy. (Hope Kahn / Capital Gazette) On Thursday afternoon, Keridwyn Zilonis, 15, got to steer the 74-foot Schooner Woodwind on the Severn River after spending......

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    July 14, 2021

    News Brendan Sailing founder James Muldoon The National Safe Boating Council (NSBC), a national catalyst for recreational boating safety, inducted James Muldoon into the Boating Safety Hall of Fame, the organization’s most prestigious award recognizing those who provided vital leadership in making our waterways safer throughout their career. Muldoon was a key contributor to the......

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    June 5, 2021

    News Hello Brendan Parents! We hope everyone is having a great start to summer! With camp just around the corner we wanted to announce that Brendan Sailing will be holding its annual orientation event Monday June, 10 from 5pm – 6:30pm at Port Annapolis. Food and beverages will be provided and we encourage parents and campers to......

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    May 11, 2021

    News Southern Maryland News Net –  Brendan Sailing is pleased to announce it has been awarded a $20,000 grant from The Kathy and Jerry Wood Foundation.   This grant will support camper scholarships for youth for this summer and beyond who would otherwise not have these opportunities. The cost to provide specially tailored, educational and growth......

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    April 5, 2021

    News On the surface, it would appear that Evan McCarthy is your average, talented sailor. With years of experience on Broadneck High School’s racing team and a US Sailing Level 2 Instructor certification under his belt, it would be easy to think that he was born in a catboat wearing a life jacket! Yet a......

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    February 19, 2021

    News “​Brendan Sailing has announced that registration is open for the 2021 Summer Camp Season.  This year, Brendan features both one and two weekday camp programs at their Bembe Beach location in Annapolis.   St Mary’s College of Maryland will host a ten-day residential camp and a week-long day camp in Southern Maryland.  An early bird......

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    December 15, 2020

    News Brendan Sailing has received a $10,000 Grant from The Brick Companies Foundation. This grant will support expanding opportunities to youth who would otherwise not have these life experiences. Shelly Ford, Chief Responsibility Officer of the Brick Companies, states “As we navigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and what the world may look like on......

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    August 17, 2020

    News Brendan out-of-the Box Session #1 – Recap While this year we would have ideally hosted our sailing camps in person on the water in Annapolis, St. Mary’s, and Washington DC, we had to postpone our camps due to the ongoing health crisis. We were fortunate enough to convert our curriculum into virtual camp sessions......

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    July 1, 2020

    News The Brendan Sailing Program presents ‘Brendan-Out-of-the-Box’, a free, four-lesson Zoom series in July – Session materials included.  Brendan Sailing campers participate in a project using manipulatives at the 2019 Annapolis Day Camp June 30, 2020 – Washington, D.C. – The Brendan Sailing Program for Youth with Learning Differences (Brendan Sailing) has moved online! Starti...

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    June 22, 2020

    News The Brendan Sailing Program presents ‘Brendan-Out-of-the-Box’, a free, four-lesson Zoom series in July – Session materials included.  While Brendan Sailing camp programs are postponed this summer, we are pleased to offer free online sessions thanks to grant funding from the Kathy and Jerry Wood Foundation!  Sign up today for BRENDAN OUT-OF-THE BOX Sessions to......

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    May 30, 2020

    News May 26, 2020 – Annapolis, MD – The Brendan Sailing Program for Youth with Learning Differences (Brendan Sailing) has regretfully announced the cancellation of their Summer 2020 Annapolis/St Mary’s College of Maryland (SMCM) sailing programs. Initially scheduled in June and July at Annapolis Sailing School and SMCM – all sessions at both sites have been......

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    May 12, 2020

    News While we are holding out hopes that Fall 2020 DC After-School Sailing will operate as intended, all other 2020 Brendan Sailing programs have been postponed. Looking ahead at 2021 programs, we plan to offer transportation from DC to our Overnight Camp at St. Mary’s College. We are hoping this will make it possible for more students......

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    May 1, 2020

    News Brendan Sailing instructor Emma Gronda assists students of Columbia Heights Educational Campus (CHEC) during Brendan Sailing’s 2019 Fall after-school sailing program. Located at host site DC Sail in Washington, D.C, the sessions provided over 50 CHEC students sailing opportunities, at little-to-no-cost. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  LOCAL YOUTH SAILING ORGANIZATION CANCELS DC AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM...

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    April 22, 2020

    News A youth sailing program headquartered in Annapolis that hosts summer camps at St. Mary’s College of Maryland recently received a grant to help boost scholarship opportunities.  The Kathy and Jerry Wood Foundation in Annapolis awarded $20,000 to the Brendan Sailing Program for Youth with Learning Differences.  The grant funding has been earmarked for camper......

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    March 30, 2020

    News Students of the Brendan Sailing Program enjoy a day of sailing on the Chesapeake Bay during Brendan’s 2019 Annapolis Day program at Annapolis Sailing School The Brendan Sailing Program receives $20,000 Kathy and Jerry Wood Foundation grant for camper scholarshipsUpdate regarding COVID-19 for 2020 summer Camps In Annapolis/St. Mary’s  March 30, 2020 – Washington, D.C. –......

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    February 10, 2020

    News Water, sunshine, sailing… & FUN! Register for our Annapolis and St. Mary’s Summer Programs today!  ***REGISTER INFO & START HERE*** (Submit an application by April 15 and receive $50 off!)  2020 Program Info: Annapolis, MDTwo Week Session Options (11-18 year olds) – $700 Session 1:June 22 – July 3​Session 2: July 6 – July 17 St. Mary’s, MDDa...

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    January 31, 2020

    News Annapolis, Md. (January 28, 2020) – The Brendan Sailing Program honored the accomplishments of three students and four volunteers who participated in the 2019 season at its awards program at the waterfront Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s (CBF) Philip Merrill Environmental Center in Annapolis.The Brendan program is designed for “kids who learn differently,” according to its founder......

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    January 28, 2020

    News Annapolis, Md. (January 28, 2020) – The Brendan Sailing Program honored the accomplishments of three students and four volunteers who participated in the 2019 season at its awards program at the waterfront Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s (CBF) Philip Merrill Environmental Center in Annapolis. The Brendan student winners were: Nicholas Miller (15) of Crofton, MD; Milena......

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    January 23, 2020

    News January 22, 2020 – Annapolis, MD – WNAV Boat Show Hosts Rick Franke and Scott Anderson sit down with Brendan Sailing President Joanne Dorval, Executive Director Charlie Arms, and Brendan Corporation Chairman and Founder Jim Muldoon to talk about all things new with the Brendan Sailing Program. Originally aired in January 2020 on THE BOAT......

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    October 31, 2019

    News The Fall season of Brendan Sailing’s After School Program ended with fantastic weather, noted by our enthusiastic sailors at DC Sail. Ten students from the Columbia High Educational Campus and two teachers shared the afternoon of sailing and celebration.  After at pizza party the students sailed on the Anacostia River as the sun faded over the horizon.  Many shared their favori...

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    October 10, 2019

    News Attention Brendan Supporters!  October is LD Awareness month.  It is an exciting time, and this month brings a great opportunity to spread awareness about the Learning Differences community.    ​While 1-in-5 American students struggle with learning differences, many educators, parents, and adults don’t possess the proper skills, info, and training needed to assist with......

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    September 19, 2019

    News Tuesday September 18, 2019 – Brendan Sailing celebrates a successful opening to it’s Fall 2019 After School Sailing Program. Launching from DC Sail, new students had a chance to cruise the Anacostia River and learn new skills. We look forward to the next 7 weeks in Washington DC! ...

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    September 7, 2019

    News Rick Nelson, Owner of Annapolis Sailing School and Brendan Sailing Board Member Rick Nelson is owner and operator of Annapolis Sailing School, the home of Brendan Sailing’s Annapolis camp. When not working at the sailing school, he lives in New York City where he is successful in the financial industry. He is a passionate sailor,......

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    September 7, 2019

    News Anna during this year’s St. Mary’s Sailing Program Anna is a 13-year old middle school student who successfully completed her second Brendan camp this season at St. Mary’s. As a second-year camper, she was able to build on her previously learned sailing skills while helping some of the newer campers in the process. Her......

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    September 6, 2019

    News Hello Brendan Families, This Summer we had another spectacular season filled with learning, growth, and expansion. We saw an increase in enrollment across programs, teaching more than 30 children with learning differences sailing while building their self-esteem. We even had a camper fly all the way from Washington State who found us through an article......

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    September 5, 2019

    News Hello Brendan Community, Thank you for yet another successful summer of  Brendan Sailing. We are so grateful to everyone who contributed to our programs. With the help of parents, staff, and volunteers we were able to directly impact the lives of over 30 kids with learning differences, and for that I cannot thank everyone......

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    September 4, 2019

    News We at Brendan Sailing are pleased to announce the release of our Summer 2019 Newsletter! This issue features details on our recent graduation ceremony, the upcoming Hospice Cup, and much more! Every issue includes a message from our Chairman, Jim Muldoon, and our Executive Director, Charlie Arms, to give a summary of our recent activities and......

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    August 8, 2019

    News Friday July 26, 2019 – St. Mary’s and Annapolis students received recognition for their achievements and participation this year, concluding the Brendan Sailing Program’s 35th season. The event at St. Mary’s College of Maryland revisited this summers memories with a slide show presentation and a certificate-of-completion ceremony where each camper was individually ackn...

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    July 27, 2019

    News Hoisting Sails teaches life skills… Featured in Bay Weekly NewspaperWritten By Brad Dress   As the Woodwind drifted from the sunlit waters of the Annapolis marina, seven young sailors prepared to sail the 74-foot schooner into the Chesapeake Bay and back.  The crew — a mix of preteen boys and girls garbed in bright-green T-shirts — hailed......

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    July 26, 2019

    News St. Mary’s City, MD – ​Friday, July 26 marks the last day of the Brendan 2019 Summer sailing season. Brendan Sailing celebrates with it’s last day of camp tradition – the Parents Sail. After our students show their new skills on the water to their parents, the Brendan Sailing graduation ceremony will commence at St.......

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    July 16, 2019

    News Summer 2019 with Brendan Sailing in Annapolis was action packed and filled with fun!  The second session came to close Friday July 12 with some remote control sailboating (thanks to Craig Priniski). Every camper took a turn maneuvering the boats, racing up the side of the dock, avoiding the curious ducks in the area.  ......

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    July 12, 2019

    News Brendan Sailing students were treated to an afternoon of sailing onboard the Woodwind II. Captain Jen and her crew taught the sailors about navigation and sailing traditional vessels. ​See some of the action from Annapolis aboard the schooner below:...

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    July 9, 2019

    News The parade of sail displayed the sailing school’s wide array of boats. Left to right: 12’ Zest, 14’ American, 24’ Rainbow, 37’ Beneteau (10’ Laser not pictured). The pioneering Annapolis Sailing School celebrated its 60th year in business this 4th of July, with a special ceremony, parade of sail, and some conveniently-timed fireworks. 175......

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    July 3, 2019

    News Yesterday – Monday July 1, 2019 – marked the opening day of our second Annapolis program session. Campers had a blast outside and on the water, learning about sailing basics, and getting to know each other: Welcome skippers to the Brendan Sailing Program!  Last Friday also marked the closing of the first Annapolis session.......

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    June 27, 2019

    News Sailing Magazine featured our program in their June 2019 Issue!  While there isn’t a digital version of the article, see the scan of the article and text below: Going to sleep-away camp is a rite of summer for many children, and for some young sailors, the experience is focused around sailing.  Since 1984, the......

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    June 21, 2019

    News Brendan Sailing is excited to launch our 2019 Summer season in Annapolis. This week, we’ve started our first session and it’s been a blast! While our first session in Annapolis is full, our second session has spots available, as does our St. Mary’s Day and Overnight programs.   Apply to Annapolis Session 2 Apply to......

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    June 13, 2019

    News The 2019 Spring Season comes to a close for our after school sailing program in Washington DC. We had over 20 students from the Colombia Heights Educational Campus participate, sailing keelboats on the Anacostia River. Thanks to our venue host, DC Sail, and those who volunteered to assist with the program. Congratulations to Washington......

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    June 2, 2019

    News “Last year, the charity Ausome embarked on the epic challenge of giving a crew of nine autistic people the opportunity to take part in the 2019 Rolex Fastnet Race, the biennial 605nm offshore classic.   Founded by Lottie Harland, who is 22 years old and autistic herself, she will skipper the yacht Ausome-Lyra of London, a Nautor......

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    May 9, 2019

    News May 7th, 2019 – Brendan Sailing launches it’s 2019 After School Sail Season in Washington DC, to continue until June 6 on a weekly basis.   Sign Up for weekly after school sail sessions with Brendan Sailing here.   Learn more about our Washington DC After School Program and Scholarship Options....

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    May 4, 2019

    News ​Lex Birney has been employed by The Brick Companies (TBC) since 1989 and has been the Managing General Partner and Chief Executive Officer since 1998. TBC, a privately held company based in Edgewater, Maryland, owns, develops and manages commercial, residential and recreational properties. The company is committed to environmental and social responsibility, as demonstrated......

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    May 4, 2019

    News Tim Madden is a 13-year old middle school student who participated in his first Brendan Sailing Program last season in Annapolis. He said it was a lot of fun and with the patient and encouraging guidance of Charlie Arms and Evan McCarthy, he was able to pick up the sport. His favorite part of......

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    May 3, 2019

    News Winter is a good time for me to take advantage of continuing education opportunities. While the US Sailing National Symposium is not new to me (going on 18 years of attendance) this year’s theme was one of Diversity and Inclusion. These topics especially resonated with what we do at Brendan Sailing. With record breaking......

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    May 2, 2019

    News Hello Brendan Community,With warm weather right around the corner we are excited to begin another successful summer at Brendan Sailing. We have begun our pre-season preparation and are eager to get out back on the water. This summer will be our biggest yet and we are humbled and thrilled to be continuing to host......

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    May 1, 2019

    News The Brendan Staff is pleased to announce the release of our Spring 2019 Newsletter!   This issue features messages from our Executive Director Charlie Arms and Chairman Jim Muldoon, news of grants awarded to Brendan Sailing from the Brick Companies and the Kathryn and Jerry Wood Foundation, spotlights on camper Tim Madden and Board Member......

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    April 24, 2019

    News Brendan Sailing’s After School Program was officially vetted and approved by the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) and will serve as an official DCPS School Program Provider. We are very excited to serve the DCPS community this spring!   See here for the official letter from DCPS.   For more information on our......

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    April 23, 2019

    News The 2019 Brendan Camper Awards recipients for the 2018 program year ( L to R- Frankie Fallon, Thomas Callahan and Josh Shevlin) pose with the presenters of the awards for a photo at the annual Brendan Sailing Program’s Awards Brunch at Navy-Marine Corps. Stadium in Annapolis, MD. The Brendan Sailing Program for Youth with......

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    April 10, 2019

    News Sailing Instructors Wanted!​Positions available in Washington DC, Annapolis, and St. Mary’s City – apply to one or multiple programs!  Spring 2019 in Washington DC: After school program at DC Sail Tuesdays & Thursday 4:00-6:00pm April 30 – June 6 Learn More about our DC Sail Program here! Start the job application process here! Summer 2019 in Annapolis, MD: Da...

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    April 6, 2019

    News Annapolis, MD – April 1, 2019 – The Brendan Sailing Program has been generously awarded $25,000 in new grant funding from two local Annapolis area organizations: The Kathryn and Jerry Wood Foundation and The Brick Companies Foundation.   The grants will allow the Brendan Sailing Program to continue its mission to build pathways for self-confidence......

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    April 2, 2019

    News Participants of the first Brendan after school sailing program in Fall 2018 Brendan Sailing is excited to offer after school sailing sessions this spring with our partner DC Sail!  Brendan Sailing is offering 7 sessions this spring starting April 30 and ending June 6.   Session will be held Tuesday and Thursdays 4:00 – 6:00pm......

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    March 27, 2019

    News Students invite their Parents to sail with them during the last day of Brendan Sailing’s Programs in 2018! No Fooling! The Early Bird Discount goes away on April 1st. NOW is the time to book your spot! Ours programs are filled with fun, water, sunshine, growth, new friends, and new skills! Register for Brendan Sailing Summer......

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    February 2, 2019

    News Water, sunshine, sailing… & FUN! Register for Brendan today. Today, we are thrilled to open registration for our Summer 2019 Sailing Prog Join us on the water this year for a chance to learn to sail, make friends, boost confidence, and most importantly, have fun!   Brendan Sailing’s Core Mission: To build pathways for self-confidence and......

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    January 30, 2019

    News “ADHD/LD summer camps can positively influence a child for the whole year —   and beyond. Read these parent testimonies about how summer camp gave their child new and lasting confidence, communication skills, and maturity.” Read about Brendan Sailing in the article here:  https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-summer-camps-testimonies/...

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    January 29, 2019

    News In celebration of the Brendan Sailing Programs of 2018, our community met in Annapolis, MD at the Navy-Marine Corps. Memorial Stadium on Sunday January 27, 2019.  ​If you missed the ceremony, you can watch our previously live streamed video here:  https://youtu.be/LzXUJSSMjXw Find the 2018 Award Winners Here: https://www.brendansailing.org/awards If you attended the Brendan 2018 Awards...

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    January 26, 2019

    News Mark your calendars for next Friday (February 1st) and be the first to sign up for our 2019 Brendan Sailing Programs.   Register before April 1st to take advantage of early bird pricing!   Annapolis Session 1Dates: June 17 – 28Cost: Early Bird Price: $650           Post April 1: $700 Annapolis Session 2Dates: July......

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    January 3, 2019

    News Host of WNAV’s The Boat Show, Capt. Rick Franke, has loved boating and sailing since the age of five when he moved to the head of the South River. He started teaching the art of sailing in 1968 at Annapolis Sailing School as a Junior Instructor and has been aware of Brendan since its inception.  ......

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    December 29, 2018

    News A former Brendan Sailing Instructor, Nan has been part of the Brendan family for over 30 years. She was a lead instructor when the program was running out  of Shearwater Marina, Sandy State Park, and its eventual home at Annapolis Sailing School. After Brendan, she founded the Kid Ship Sailing School in Annapolis, that......

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    December 28, 2018

    News As a new sailor to the Brendan Program, Thomas Callahan showed great energy and passion for the sport. He is very active in Boy Scouts of America and has a strong passion for fishing, camping, hiking, and now sailing! He learned of the Brendan program from one of his Boy Scout leaders, and current Brendan......

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    December 27, 2018

    News We are excited to partner with the Chesapeake Regional Accessible Boating (CRAB). Based out of Annapolis, CRAB is an organization whose mission is to bring the thrill and freedom of sailing to persons with disabilities, recovering warriors and local youth from at-risk neighborhoods. Brendan participants are invited to the Sail Free Sundays. These sails......

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    December 24, 2018

    News The Off Season is ON. You may be wondering what we do here at Brendan HQ when not operating programs. Well, the answer is we are hard at work exploring new ways to improve our current programs and curriculum. We have been meeting with a professional strategic planner to outline our 2019 goals which......

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    December 23, 2018

    News Happy Holidays from everyone here at Brendan. We had another successful year, and we couldn’t have done it without the support of everyone involved with the program. We look forward to what is ahead and cannot wait to get back on the water in 2019. If you have not done so already, we urge you......

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    December 22, 2018

    News ​Happy Holidays! Get the latest scoop from Brendan Sailing with our new Winter 2018 Newsletter. This new issue features details on our upcoming Awards Brunch in January 2019, our new partnership with Chesapeake Regional Accessible Boating (CRAB), this year’s Giving Tuesday recap, and more! Furthermore, we’ve put together a Brendan Spotlight section with features on......

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    November 9, 2018

    News While you can still donate directly to Brendan Sailing, we wanted to let you know about other ways you can support our program. We’ve enabled new ways to raise money for Brendan that are free of cost to you through platforms such as AmazonSmile, Goodshop, and more! Help fund the good work we do......

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    October 12, 2018

    News Beverly Nash was an instructor for Brendan Sailing in the late 90’s. She is an avid sailor and was hired by Brendan Chairman/Founder Jim Muldoon to teach summer programing in Eastport prior to the official move to Annapolis Sailing School. Beverly reconnected with Brendan and Executive Director Charlie Arms at the 2018 Hospice Cup.......

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    October 11, 2018

    News Josh Shevlin is currently a sophomore at Commonwealth Academy in Alexandria, Virginia, where his favorite subjects are history and writing. He also enjoys being a member of his school’s Model United Nations club. Outside of school, Josh likes playing video games and discussing sports and current events with his friends, taking long bike rides,......

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    October 10, 2018

    News On July 27, prior to the Brendan Graduation, we hosted the second Brendan Board of Directors meeting of the year. Held at St. Mary’s College of Maryland (SMCM) on the last day of our overnight camp, the Board gathered to review general updates, 2019 Awards Brunch details, 2019 Strategic Planning Initiatives, the formation of......

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    October 9, 2018

    News For the second year in a row, Brendan Sailing had the honor of exhibiting at the Hospice Cup in Annapolis. While handing out popcorn and informing attendees of Brendan’s mission of serving children with learning differences, Brendan staff were able to interact with members of Annapolis’ philanthropic and boating community. Known as the “World’s......

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    October 8, 2018

    News The Brendan Sailing program had yet another successful summer in 2018. Using the National On-Water Standards (NOWS), Sail Instructional Standard, and the Brendan Approach, campers were taught learn-to-sail training in a tailored on-water instructional environment. It was our first season using NOWS, and it was amazing to see the confidence and excitement on the......

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    October 7, 2018

    News With Summer 2018 coming to an end, I would like to take time to reflect and give thanks to those involved in Brendan’s 34th season. Thank you to the staff, board members, volunteers, alumni, sponsors, and partners for making another season possible. Without all of you, we would not be able to make such......

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    October 6, 2018

    News With the newly published Fall 2018 Brendan Newsletter, Brendan celebrates a full year of Quarterly Newsletters! Check out the new issue which features the success of our New After School Program with DC Sail, the upcoming 2019 Brendan Awards announcement, the 2018 Brendan Graduation Ceremony, and more!     Read the full newsletter here:......

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    July 13, 2018

    News Our friends at Chesapeake Bay Magazine wrote an article about Brendan this summer and published a video with their reporter, Cheryl Costello, on site in Annapolis. Read the whole article here. See the video and read a preview of the article below: “Many Chesapeake Bay kids have fond memories of going to sailing camp......

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    June 29, 2018

    News Dillon Kelley of Leonardtown was recently honored for his volunteerism during the Brendan Sail Training Program for Youth with Learning Differences awards ceremony. Now in its 33rd season, the program culminates with the awards ceremony, which recognizes the accomplishments of the students and volunteers who participated in the 2016 season at St. Mary’s College......

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    June 27, 2018

    News “Sailing camp offers children chance to learn in a new way”Children learn at different levels and, educators now tout, can be motivated by different tactics. Some might take to every word a teacher says, absorbing verbal information like a sponge, while others may need a more hands-on approach, and could require something more stimulating......

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    June 20, 2018

    News “Brendan Sailing Camp Open To Kids With Learning Differences” Brendan Sailing Camp teaches kids ages 11 to 18 with a range of learning differences how to sail in a non-competitive environment. Are you looking for a fun summer camp for your child with learning differences? Operating in its 34th year in Annapolis and St.......

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    June 18, 2018

    News All aboard! Jack Whelan, left, looks over the back of a sail boat with camper Max Mazer at the Brendan Sailing Camp last week at St. Mary’s College of Maryland. The annual camp offers “hands-on, kinesthetic learning” about how to sail, said Charlie Arms, the camp’s executive director. “It gives the kids a sense......

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    June 12, 2018

    News Brendan Sailing is pleased to announcement the release of our Summer Edition of the Brendan Sailing Quarterly Newsletter. Check out this issue for a message from Brendan Executive Director Charlie Arms, Brendan’s new partnership with DC Sail, highlights from this past year’s Brendan Awards Brunch, and more!   Read the Full Newsletter Here: http://sh1.sendinblue.com/1z2ja89fsc.htm...

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    March 12, 2018

    News Current and Former Brendan Students! Please join Brendan Executive Director Charlie Arms, former Brendan particiapnts, instructors, parents, and friends for a good cause at the Back Creek Conservancy’s Feet for the Creek Walk-a-thon next Sunday May 20! If you’re interested in participating…  Register to Walk here! Become a Sponsor here! Volunteer at Event here! See our......

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    March 12, 2018

    News Brendan Sailing is pleased to announcement the release of our Spring Edition of the Brendan Sailing Quarterly Newsletter.   Check out this issue for a message from Brendan Chairman and Founder Jim Muldoon, details from Charlie Arm’s about the Brendan Program at the US Sailing Leadership Forum, Camper Colin McKone and Alumni Sam Ewing, and more!......

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    December 19, 2017

    News Brendan Sailing is pleased to release our Holiday Edition of the Brendan Sailing Quarterly Newsletter. Check out this issue for a holiday message from Brendan Chairman and Founder Jim Muldoon, Remarks from Brendan Executive Director Charlie Arms on the LDA Road Blocks Workshop, Updates on former Sail Instructor Joel Bays and Camper Kellen Urbran,......

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    October 13, 2017

    News Brendan Sailing is happy to announce our new Quarterly Newsletter program. Please read for Brendan updates, which include spotlights on campers and instructors, and more. This issue includes details on our new Brendan Alumni program, Summer 2017 Graduation, a message from our chairman and more. Look out for a new issue during the holiday......

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    September 17, 2017

    News Annapolis, MD – Brendan Corporation and the Brendan Sail Training Program were privileged to have a table at the 2017 Hospice Cup Regatta in Annapolis, MD. The annual event is has been a staple in the sailing town for 36 years, and is a fundraiser that benefits 3 local hospice care centers in the......

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    August 5, 2017

    News ​St. Mary’s, Maryland – On Friday, July 28th, The 2017 Brendan Sail Training Program came to conclusion for the season! What a great summer it was, and we finished up this summers Program with our annual Brendan Graduation ceremony! We look forward to seeing everyone again next year! Frankie Fallon receives his Brendan Diploma......

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    July 17, 2017

    News Since 1985, the Brendan Sail Training Program for Youth with Learning Differences has aimed to build confidence in children with learning differences through the sport of sailing. It gives each child the tools necessary to have a safe and fun time on the water. Registration is still open for this summer’s Brendan sailing programs......

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    July 13, 2017

    News With our St. Mary’s Overnight and Day camps fast approaching here is some information on “What To Bring” to St. Mary’s College of Maryland.  Orientation will be at Waring Commons Townhouse, and graduation will be held at Daugherty Palmer Commons. We look forward to everyone being there!...

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    June 16, 2017

    News ANNAPOLIS, MD – From the desk of Brendan Sail Training Program for Youth with Learning Differences: Since 1985, the Brendan Sail Training Program for Youth with Learning Differences has aimed to build confidence in children with learning differences through the sport of sailing. It gives each child the tools necessary to have a safe......

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    June 14, 2017

    News ​Thank you parents of this summer’s Brendan campers for attending our 2017 orientation!  ...

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    June 12, 2017

    News Brendan 2016 Award Winners 6/12/2017 The Brendan Sailing Program culminates with the awards ceremony, which recognizes the accomplishments of students and volunteers who participated during the season. During this celebration, students and volunteers are honored by the program’s founder, James Muldoon. This year, Mr. Muldoon welcomes a new Brendan president, Joanne Dorval, who has......