The Sailing Classroom

Clearwater’s Signature Education Program

by Hudson River Sloop Clearwater· Beacon, NY★ 4.4 · 20 reviews on tripadvisor
From$1100
Group sizeMaximum of 45 passengers, including 5 required chaperones.

What to Expect

Clearwater’s Sailing Classroom program offers an engaging, hands-on educational experience for students in grades 4 and up aboard a tall sailing ship on the Hudson River. This immersive program encourages teamwork and inquiry-based learning through a variety of activities. Students will have the opportunity to raise the mainsail, conduct water quality tests, study Hudson River life, and explore indigenous history. They’ll work together to haul in fishing lines, sing traditional sea shanties, and investigate the river’s rich ecosystem.

Aligned with New York State learning standards, Clearwater’s award-winning environmental education programs serve as an enriching complement to classroom lessons, inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards.

Sailing from various locations along the Hudson River, including Rensselaer, Kingston, Poughkeepsie, and more, our program runs in two time slots: 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM or 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM. If these times do not work for your group, please inquire about alternative scheduling options.

Includes

  • A 2.5-hour hands-on sailing experience on the Hudson River
  • Access to inquiry-based learning stations
  • Activities such as raising the mainsail, conducting water quality tests, and exploring indigenous history
  • Fishing lines for hands-on exploration of Hudson River life
  • Singing traditional sea shanties to foster teamwork and camaraderie
  • Life vests for all participants (available upon request)
  • Educational materials aligned with New York State learning standards
  • Discounted program rates based on school type (Title I, Public, Private, Post-Secondary)
  • Dedicated crew to facilitate learning and ensure safety

Duration

2.5 Hours

Address

Dock location specified in the booking calendar. Please check your reservation for the exact address.

Pricing

Title I School · Age 8+$1100
Non-Profits · Serves Youth Age 8+$1600
Private School or Institution · Age 9+, Includes Private Charter/Magnet Schools and Religious Affiliated Orgs$1600
Post-Secondary · Ages 18 +, College, Post Grad, Adult Ed, Teachers$2500
The Sailing Classroom: Public Schools · Age 9+, Includes Public Charter/Magnet Schools$1600

Prices are typical; see the booking calendar for live availability and rates.

Cancellation Policy

If you have fully paid for your sail and cancel it more than 8 weeks prior to the date of your sail, you will receive a full refund.

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Cancellations made between 8 and 4 weeks before the scheduled sail date will be refunded 50%. For cancellations made by the group within 4 weeks of the date of the sail(s), there are no refunds.

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For bookings made WITHIN 4 weeks, all fees will be non-refundable.
nIf at the time of cancellation the Group has not submitted payment for the Onboard Program(s), the Group shall be responsible for remuneration of Clearwater the above penalty as applicable.

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This does not apply to schools paying through BOCES.

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Thank you for helping us maximize the number of students we can take out sailing on the Hudson River!

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