Welcome to our annual Deaf Community Surf Day!!!
Why do we host this day?
This is a community near and dear to Laurel Harrington's (founder of The Ocean Is My Guru) heart. Here is what Laurel has to say... "My mom is deaf. She wears two hearing aids, is fluent in American Sign Language, and is helped immensely by her speech-reading skills. Growing up, I had no idea how many challenges she faced day to day simply because our culture is unfortunately not designed in a way that provides equal opportunity for those with hearing loss. As I grew more mature, my mom and I became closer, she's one of my best friends. One thing that I have become aware of is the lack of opportunities people with hearing loss have amongst our society, this makes me cry just typing it, from jobs to community, from education to transportation, not to mention recreational activities, group classes, or even a casual trip to a local outing... think about it. All-in-all my mom is a heroine, she has learned not only how to navigate in this society, but she helps so many others do the same. Inspired by her to create this event, she reminds me, "what others see as limitations, could be our greatest gifts." I love you Mom."
This is a community near and dear to Laurel Harrington's (founder of The Ocean Is My Guru) heart. Here is what Laurel has to say... "My mom is deaf. She wears two hearing aids, is fluent in American Sign Language, and is helped immensely by her speech-reading skills. Growing up, I had no idea how many challenges she faced day to day simply because our culture is unfortunately not designed in a way that provides equal opportunity for those with hearing loss. As I grew more mature, my mom and I became closer, she's one of my best friends. One thing that I have become aware of is the lack of opportunities people with hearing loss have amongst our society, this makes me cry just typing it, from jobs to community, from education to transportation, not to mention recreational activities, group classes, or even a casual trip to a local outing... think about it. All-in-all my mom is a heroine, she has learned not only how to navigate in this society, but she helps so many others do the same. Inspired by her to create this event, she reminds me, "what others see as limitations, could be our greatest gifts." I love you Mom."
Details and Sign Up
Date: August 11th, 2022
Time: 12:00pm - 3:30pm
Where: Delaware Seashore State Park, Indian River Inlet, North-Side. 39183 Inlet Rd., Rehoboth Beach DE 19971
Special note: This event is free, however there is a $5 parking fee for in-state residence and $10 parking fee for those coming from out-of-state. Please arrive at least an hour early for parking (it is limited) and set-up.
All friends and family members of the participants are encouraged to come hang-out, socialize, and enjoy the fun of surfing. Bring your favorite beach supplies and make a day of it! Surf lessons for beginners are FREE, however participants MUST sign up prior to the event (register by clicking the button below). Boards, surf instructors, and ASL interpreters are provided for this event. This is an all-inclusive event designed for all types of hearing loss. If you don't sign - no worries! Please bring a towel, sunscreen, a rash-guard shirt if you prefer to wear one, hydration, and a snack. Feel free to invite others to hang-out on the beach and cheer you on! We look forward to connecting and spreading the stoke!
You can contact Laurel through this website and number at the bottom of the page.
You can also reach out to Jane, who is fluent in American Sign Language and has a videophone. Her videophone number
is 410-202-0208 and email rjane.hager@gmail.com.
Date: August 11th, 2022
Time: 12:00pm - 3:30pm
Where: Delaware Seashore State Park, Indian River Inlet, North-Side. 39183 Inlet Rd., Rehoboth Beach DE 19971
Special note: This event is free, however there is a $5 parking fee for in-state residence and $10 parking fee for those coming from out-of-state. Please arrive at least an hour early for parking (it is limited) and set-up.
All friends and family members of the participants are encouraged to come hang-out, socialize, and enjoy the fun of surfing. Bring your favorite beach supplies and make a day of it! Surf lessons for beginners are FREE, however participants MUST sign up prior to the event (register by clicking the button below). Boards, surf instructors, and ASL interpreters are provided for this event. This is an all-inclusive event designed for all types of hearing loss. If you don't sign - no worries! Please bring a towel, sunscreen, a rash-guard shirt if you prefer to wear one, hydration, and a snack. Feel free to invite others to hang-out on the beach and cheer you on! We look forward to connecting and spreading the stoke!
You can contact Laurel through this website and number at the bottom of the page.
You can also reach out to Jane, who is fluent in American Sign Language and has a videophone. Her videophone number
is 410-202-0208 and email rjane.hager@gmail.com.
