The Community Boating Center (CBC) is thrilled to announce the unveiling of our new hearing loop system, marking a major step toward inclusive and accessible recreation for individuals with hearing loss. Join us as we learn about this powerful tool, made possible through the generosity of Spencer Audiology’s owner, Pam Spencer, and dedicated community members Lou Touchette and Emily Hammond.
Hearing loops provide direct transmission of an instructor’s voice to a participant’s hearing aid or cochlear implant through the telecoil program, ensuring clear communication during classroom instruction. For those without telecoil-equipped devices, CBC will also provide captions during classroom lectures, as well as solutions to help participants hear out on the water.
The event will take place on March 22nd at 10:00am at the Community Boating Center, located at 555 Harris Ave. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience the new hearing loop technology firsthand, learn about CBC’s expanded accessibility features, and enjoy light refreshments as we commemorate this exciting milestone.
The event is free and open to the public. Community members, boating enthusiasts, and advocates for accessibility are encouraged to attend and learn with us.
For more information, please visit www.boatingcenter.org or contact Angela Morovic at info@boatingcenter.org or 360-714-8891.
About the Community Boating Center
The Community Boating Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering small-watercraft education, access, safe recreation, and marine stewardship on Bellingham Bay. Through education, recreation, and community engagement, CBC aims to create an inclusive environment where everyone—regardless of ability—can enjoy the empowering and therapeutic nature of being on the water.
For more information, visit the Community Boating Center website.
