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July 25, 2025
Webster Water Ski Collective’s Veterans Ski Day Receives Widespread Media Coverage and Community Praise
Webster, MA – The Webster Water Ski Collective’s 2nd Annual Veterans Adaptive Ski Day, held on July 2, 2025, at the Donahue Rowing Center on Lake Quinsigamond, received overwhelming community support and extensive media attention for its powerful impact on local Veterans.
Veterans from across Massachusetts had the opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable day on the water—learning to ski, reconnecting with community members, and experiencing a sense of freedom and empowerment.
This inspiring event was made possible thanks to the dedicated volunteers of the Webster Water Ski Collective, in partnership with local Veteran organizations, sponsors, and supporters.
The event was featured across multiple major news outlets:
🎥 WCVB Channel 5’s “5 For Good” segment captured the heart of the day with touching interviews and scenic highlights from the event.
Watch the full video here:
📰 Community Advocate shared a beautiful article titled “On Lake Quinsig: An Event for Veterans to Experience Water Skiing Fun” detailing the emotional and physical benefits for the participants:
Read Article
📺 WHDH Channel 7 Boston broadcasted an energetic and heartfelt news story showcasing the courage of the Veterans who took to the water:
Watch WHDH Story
📺 Spectrum News 1 Worcester also covered the event, emphasizing its community spirit and therapeutic nature:
View Spectrum Coverage
🎙️ “Be The Change” by Paula Collins, a program from Shrewsbury Media Connection, featured a deep dive into the event’s mission, interviews with veterans, and footage from the lake:
Watch Be The Change Episode
📸 And to relive the joy, laughter, and powerful moments from the day, check out our full photo gallery on Facebook:
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About the Webster Water Ski Collective
The Webster Water Ski Collective is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to providing inclusive access to the sport of water skiing through recreational, competitive, and adaptive programs. With a strong focus on community, the organization proudly serves individuals of all ages and abilities.
For more information or to get involved, visit www.newenglandaterski.org
Media Contact:
Ryan DesRoches
Director of Adaptive Skiing
Webster Water Ski Collective
adaptive@newenglandaterski.org
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