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The Pope was in town and world leaders were meeting at the United Nations, but attendees of the annual Dream Extreme event were oblivious to it all enjoying the prime riding conditions at Napeague Beach in the Hampton’s, just two hours east from the hustle and bustle of New York City.

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The 6th Annual Dream Extreme, the largest kiteboarding charity event of its kind in the country benefiting woman and children impacted by incarceration, kicked off last weekend and organizers couldn’t have asked for better weather. The unique extravaganza launched with a dynamic meet and greet on Friday night at an exclusive private estate in Watermill. The endless acres of beautifully landscaped property were an ideal setup for fire dancing, drumming, and sky lantern lighting under the illuminating full moon. Kiteboarding participants and coaches received their welcome bags and were paired together in preparation for the weekend ahead.  Some were new to the sport, while others were looking to try foilboarding for the first time, or dial in their strapless and freestyle skills.

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Donors and participants fashion icon Nicole Miller (far left) and Bonnie Pfeiffer Evans (far right) with Janna Bullock enjoying the great conditions on and off the water. Photo 55 Productions

Participants pulled up to the beach on Saturday morning and were met with sunny blue skies and northeast wind blowing in the 15-25 knot range which lasted throughout the entire day. Over 20 coaches from the US, Caribbean and Europe donated their time and skills and quickly got to work. In the midst of the kiteboarding clinics, attendees enjoyed other activities including massage, SUP, silk ribbon aerial instruction, a BBQ lunch and tasty treats throughout the afternoon.

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Donor Dr. Stacey Silvers got foil face at last year’s clinic courtesy of Green Hat Kiteboarding and was the inspiration for Dream Extreme adding foiling to this year’s event. Photo 55 Productions

After a full day of riding and progression, coaches and students alike traded in their wetsuits for evening wear as they prepared for the night’s festivities emceed by PIX-11 Correspondent Dr. Steve Salvatore. The gala included a gourmet dinner, silent auction featuring a lineup of luxury items, and dancing at the infamous Southampton Social Club. Hundreds of guests representing leaders in business, philanthropy, sports, fashion, and New York society gathered to support the cause.

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Dream Extreme Founder Linda Argila (left) with her daughter Ashley. Photo 55 Productions

Dream Extreme founder Linda Argila shared her personal story of incarceration and explained how the devastating separation from her 9-year-old daughter Ashley, also served as a catalyst to help others overcome challenges (see feature in the Spring 2015 issue of The Kiteboarder), then passed the mic to Johanna Flores, a recipient of the Hour Children programs.

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Hour Children representative Johanna Flores (far left) with donor Michelle Pichionni (far right) get outfitted by coach Jeremy Lund. Photo 55 Productions

Johanna continued to move the room as she thanked Sister Tesa Fitzgerald, Executive Director of the nonprofit organization, for helping her and thousands of other women reunite with their children””offering them hope and opportunities for a more productive future. Johanna, also a clinic participant, gave kudos to her coach Jeremy Lund, for pushing her on the water so that she fully experienced the feel of kiteboarding.

Executive Director Sister Tesa Fitzgerald (center, animal print) with representatives from Hour Children. Photo Chris Carroll

Sister Tesa took the stage apologizing to the group that the Pope couldn’t attend because he forgot his wetsuit, before further explaining the Hour Children name, and that the “HOUR” tells a story””working with children whose lives are governed by the hour of their mother’s arrest, the hour they visit in prison, and the more hopeful hour of reunification.

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Coach Billy Bosch with Dream Extreme Honoree and Patron Hunter Allen of Salesforce (far left) and donor Kim Taipale (far right). Photo 55 Productions

Honorees Hunter Allen of Salesforce, Marina Chang of The Kiteboarder and Marie Reme of Weiss Multi-Strategy Advisors, were presented with the 2016 Dream Extreme Award for their commitment to empowering others through philanthropy. Meanwhile, the party and dancing ensued until the wee hours of the morning with the spinning sounds of a rocking live DJ.

Brian Krut of Open Water Swim, keeping the lessons rolling. Photo 55 Productions

On Sunday, participants jumped back into the water savoring windy conditions in the 10-20 knot range. Beginner’s progressed in getting up on the board, while more advanced students dialed in their strapless jibes and foilboarding skills. In the end, the weekend long event was an all-around huge success, raising more than $200,000 for an eye-opening worthy cause.

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Thank you to Bulgin & Associates team and the many generous sponsors who helped make this event possible.

Thank you to Dream Extreme kiteboarding participants for their enthusiasm and fundraising support: Hunter Allen, Ashley Argila, Linda Argila, Tom Atwell, Janna Bullock, Peggy and John Bader, Donna Coallier, Juan Castaneda, Alena Derby, Ivana Delevska, Bonnie Pfeifer Evans, Johanna Flores, Beth Haley, Justin Katz, Nicole Miller, William Mudd, Michelle and Matt Picchioni, Eric Johnson, Kim Taipale, Dr. Stacey Silvers, Adam Turtelbaum, Krae Van Sickle, and Ben Zaitz.

Thank you to Dream Extreme coaches and water support team responsible for lots of smiling faces and keeping things safe: Billy Bosch (Good Breeze Kiteboarding), Marina Chang (The Kiteboarder) Chris Doyle (Leading Edge), Laurel Eastman (LEK Cabarete), Scott Hyland (Sealand Adventure Sports), Brian Krut (Open Water Swim), Jeremy Lund (New Wave Kiteboarding), Johnny Pereira (NY Kite Center), Nate Scheu (Bay Area Kitesurf), Vadim Polonsky (Green Hat Kiteboarding), Clinton Bolton, Bianca Forzano, Matt Reinhardt, Chris Stuckey, Bill Sweezy, Alex Bloechinger, and Dale Slear.

Mark your calendars for the 7th Annual Dream Extreme 2016, a 501-C3 non profit organization: Sept 23-25, 2016

For more info visit: www.dreamextremenewyork.com