Boating Beach Bash to Celebrate 10th Anniversary on March 4th 2018

The 10th Annual Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities will be held Sunday, March 4th, 2018, between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM at Spanish River Park, 3001

North Ocean Boulevard (State Road A1A) in Boca Raton. The Bash is the largest and oldest free, fun- day in America for those with special needs and their caregivers. Guests planning to attend are encouraged to pre-register at the event’s website, www.boatingbeachbash.com.

The Bash annually welcomes 5,000 guests, assisted by 500 volunteers drawn from every sector of the community.  Offerings include boat rides on the Intracoastal, a concert, dozens of exhibitors, games, beach activities, a complimentary BBQ lunch, the chance to meet Super Heroes and interact with miniature therapy ponies, children can play at the Kids Fun Zone or ride on a miniature train and go in the ocean with the assistance of physical therapists and members of the YMCA Water Safety Team.

Additionally the Bash provides a Wellness Zone staffed by medical professionals from five area hospitals and students from four medicals schools. These healthcare experts coach guests on how to live a more healthful lifestyle through noninvasive testing and information sharing.  Best of all those with disabilities and their caregivers can have their medical questions answered by the Bash’s team of volunteer doctors and nurses.  Even registered pharmacists will be available to discuss drug interactions. Additionally nutritionists will guide guests in creating more healthful eating habits, while professional yoga and meditation teachers will coach attendees in utilizing relaxation techniques to help manage stress, pain and other issues.

Kechi Okwuchi, a rising star from last season’s AMERICA’S GOT TALENT, will perform at this year’s Bash.  Ms. Okwuchi has overcome incredible physical and emotional challenges, along with dozens of surgeries, after surviving a fiery plane crash that killed all but two of the 109 passengers aboard her flight. Now she inspires others with her extraordinary voice and her compelling story.

“We are so proud to reach this milestone in our history,” says Jay Van Vechten, Bash director. “This will be the first time we’ve ever held the event on a Sunday, but because of so many national holidays fall on weekends next March we found the first Sunday of the month to be the ideal time for us to celebrate this important anniversary.  We look forward to welcoming everyone to this special day.”