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Established by Jim Grew to honor Barbara Bolding. Jim’s fiancée Barbara Bolding was diagnosed with cancer in 1987 at the age of 34 and, following two bone marrow transplants, passed away in March of 1992.  

Because of her illness, Barbara developed a special empathy for and bond with the athletes in the adaptive division of water skiing as she well understood what they were going through, especially those who lost limbs due to cancer.  Before her passing, she was able to attend several Disabled National Water Ski Championships and one Disabled World Championships in Australia in 1989 where Jim was serving as Chief Judge, and she was considered a mascot for the U.S. team.   

Jim Grew has been working at the national and international levels of towed water sports as an administrator, athlete, coach and team captain with emphasis on adaptive athletes since 1970. Jim was inducted into the U.S. Water Ski Hall of Fame in 2013 as the first non-elite athlete in 14 years at the time.

 Select Cares is about giving, contributing, and helping those who cannot help themselves. Community outreach allows us to influence younger generations to give back to our community. It helps the community grow in a substantial way. Not only does it make you feel good, but it brings the community together as a whole. We encourage our employees and agents to volunteer in their communities, volunteering has proven to help boost the self-confidence of individuals, getting them out of their comfort zone and dealing with real-world problems. It also can bring certain perspectives into view that you may not have been aware of until you see others in need.

We at The Select Group Real Estate Services, and all our subsidiary companies, feel it’s our duty to give back to our communities. Additionally, the laws of karma tell us that if you give, you shall receive. 

About Select Group Real Estate Services

Select Group of Real Estate Companies began in 1980 when Daniel Jacuzzi purchased his first office in Yuba City, CA. Today, the organization is home to 7 companies with over 33 offices throughout Northern California, Lake Tahoe and Northern Nevada. Over the past three decades, The Select Group has consistently grown, even during industry downturns by adhering to a simple commitment. We always put our clients' interests first. The Select Group consistently achieves the honor of being named one of the "Top 100" Real Estate Companies in the United States.

“Redefining Real Estate with each exceptional customer experience.”

Dan Jacuzzi , CEO 

Mr. Fosse, Norway,  is an Alternate on the IWWF Disabled Council.

He serves on the IWWF World Environment Committee. 

He is an International Judge, Level 2, for both the Disabled and Waterski disciplines.

We are a proud supporter of adaptive water skiing. Good luck to all skiers competing in the 2023 Disabled World Championship.

Travis Lukens

Dany De Bakker BEL (09)- President (20)
Paul Airey  GBR (14)
Carmen Ferrer Bosch ESP (18)
Ivar Fosse NOR (09) - alternate

Read more: https://iwwfwaterskidisabled.webnode.page/council/ 

 The World Council for Disabled Water Skiing shall be composed of a minimum of three members and a maximum seven, not including an athlete's representative. The number of members of a council will be determined by the Congress; TC has seven members. Only Federations directly engaged in the specific division shall be entitled to propose candidates for Council or vote.The elections take place in the even numbered years at the E&A Election Congress which is usually held on the last weekend of January.

The members of the Council for Disabled skiers shall elect from among themselves their:

• President
• Secretary
• Treasurer and
• Administrative Committee member.

Any vacancy in the role of President, Secretary, Treasurer or Admincom member at any time will be filled by a further election and will be valid until the next election meeting.

The importance of having an active athlete on a Council cannot be stressed too strongly. They are valuable members of a team that must understand that the athlete is on the Council for the benefit of the sport as a whole while representing the views of all involved athletes. Serving Officers are eligible for re-election. New candidates for election must be proposed by their own Federation. Retiring members may stand for re-election at their own choice. All Federations shall be informed of the list of candidates at the same time as the Congress Agenda is circulated. A person may not stand for election for more than one Divisional Council.

Read more: https://iwwfwaterskidisabled.webnode.page/about-us/  

 Proud supporters of adaptive water ski

Our nonprofit organization is on a mission to provide hope and resources for athletes from all walks of life. We support our people and help them get back to their outdoor physical activity of choice from snowboarding and skiing to surfing and mountain biking and beyond.

 Delta Psi Delta Alumni Association: A Fraternal Beneficiary society, order, or association,  whose members are alumni of Chico State University in California.

Delta Psi Delta is the oldest fraternal organization in Chico, established in 1929. The official house is located at 318 Hazel Street. They pride themselves on the rich history that their brotherhood shares with the University and the community.

Delta Psi Delta is most proud of the camaraderie and deep friendships that are formed between college students in Chico who choose to join the brotherhood. 

 The Adaptive Sports & Adventures Program (ASAP) is designed to challenge youth and adults with physical disabilities to develop skills that will lead to and enhance an active and productive lifestyle – one without barriers or limits.

Our mission: ASAP exists to provide competitive and recreational adaptive sport opportunities for individuals with physical disabilities in our community and to support and promote the achievement of personal goals of adaptive athletes. Our vision: ASAP will be recognized as the leader in facilitating recreational opportunities for the individuals with physical disabilities whom we serve. The donation form (link on right) will allow you to make a secure, one-time or recurring donation to the Adaptive Sports and Adventures Fund administered by Atrium Health Foundation.

Every day, Carolinas Rehabilitation delivers high-quality inpatient and outpatient rehabilitative care for people of all ages who have suffered life-altering injuries and disease processes, such as spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, cancer and other injuries and diseases. As a not-for-profit hospital, Carolinas Rehabilitation relies on private philanthropic support to provide much of the additional personnel and equipment needed to develop and sustain innovative programs, such as the Adaptive Sports and Adventures Program.

With your help, Carolinas Rehabilitation can continue to offer a variety of programs to youth and adults with physical challenges in the Charlotte community and surrounding areas at little or no cost to the participants.

The Hesters have developed a comprehensive package of water sports products designed for the disabled, which includes sit-ski cages, wakeboard seats, head gear and adaptive skis.

All of these products are made to order, decorated based on consumer preferences and adjusted based on the size of the individual user.

LiquidAccess sells athletic equipment for people with a range of abilities, including both beginners, who they provide with their “Fresh Start” basic ski, and elite athletes, who generally opt for either the company’s “Rocket” or “Phoenix” slalom ski or its “Air” jump ski. Intermediate skiers have the option of purchasing the AOS ski, which is designed for those who have learned elemental ski skills but still need strong physical supports.

 Our mission to provide opportunities for skiers of all levels to get involved in adaptive water skiing through clinics, recreational events, and competitive tournaments.

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Water Skiers with Disabilities Association (now USA Adaptive Water Ski & Wake Sports - USA-AWSWS) was created in 1994 as an official sport division of the American Water Ski Association (now USA Water Ski). The United States Olympic Committee and the International Water Ski Federation recognize USA Water Ski as the National Governing Body for the sport of water skiing in the United States.

The purpose of USA-AWSWS is to organize, promote and direct water skiing for individuals with disabilities from “Learn to Ski” clinics to international competition. Members of USA-AWSWS and their local water ski clubs hold clinics throughout the nation. USA-WSWS sanctions the Water Skiers with Disabilities Water Ski National Championships every Fall. Typically held in conjunction with the Nationals, every other year, on even numbered years, USA-AWSWS coordinates the U.S. Disabled Water Ski Team Trials. USA-AWSWS selects the 14-member U.S. Disabled Water Ski Team on the basis of performances at Nationals to represent the United States at the biannual World Championships the following year.

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 Our hotel overlooks the Sacramento River, next to the iconic Tower Bridge. We're within a 10-minute walk of the Old Sacramento Waterfront District and events at the Golden 1 Center. Local art throughout the hotel depicts Sacramento history and life along the river. Enjoy free made-to-order breakfast and our complimentary evening reception. 

MikeSigns is a family owned and operated business, established in 1974 in Salinas, CA, which makes us one of the oldest sign shops in town. We're natives of Salinas, and have proudly served the Central Coast since our beginning.  We've been honored to provide product for the Salinas Air Show, the California Rodeo, the Don Chapin Company, Monterey County Sheriff's Posse, as well as many other local iconic businesses and events we cherish. You've probably seen our work hundreds of times!  We also strive to provide the best in everything we do. Our core values are based on honesty and integrity and service to our community. Learn more about us today...

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