Description

The centerpiece of Clearwater’s education program is the Sailing Classroom Program. The deck of a traditional sailing ship is a uniquely powerful platform for students to learn about the river’s natural wonders and cultural significance. For many, this is the introduction to the Hudson River and environmental education that can forge a connection with nature to last a lifetime. During a sail onboard the sloop Clearwater or the schooner Mystic Whaler, students have the opportunity to help raise the sails navigate the boat visit learning stations to examine riverlife, perform water-quality tests, and study plankton and other invertebrate life under field magnification. Choosing Your Program: Teachers can choose from several themes that incorporate inquiry-based learning activities with a fun, hands-on focus on a particular topic which you have already been studying or to which you would like an introduction. A detailed program overview with curriculum options can help you choose which type of sail would be best for your group. Sails for youth in grades 4 through High School can accommodate a maximum of 50 passengers, including all students, teachers and chaperones.

Clearwater sails from a variety of docks between Albany and New York City from April to October.