As summer comes to a close, one of the best ways to cool off was at Roseville’s Wake Island, but just beyond the inflatable floats and right past the wake boarders, there are those who have an unimpaired chance at creating a splash of their own.

“Everyone is out here to have a good time,” said Michael Hunter with Achieve Tahoe.

Achieve Tahoe is a nonprofit organization that started in the 1960s. Its goal is to make sure people with disabilities have the opportunity to enjoy outdoor sports. The organization began as a way to get wounded veterans on the ski slopes , but has expanded to providing programs year-round.

“It just feels good to get out and be part of your environment,” Hunter added. “It feels good to feel the wind in your hair.”

That includes 34-year-old Brigit Maloney, who

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