Sail the Hudson: Hands-On Learning & Family Adventures
Historic sloop Clearwater offers family sails, school programs, and private charters on the Hudson River.
Signature Sails & Educational Trips
Public sails, children's adventures, homeschool programs, and private charters for groups.
About Hudson River Sloop Clearwater
Hudson River Sloop Clearwater operates the historic sloop Clearwater on the Hudson River and offers a range of educational and recreational sails. The organization runs hands‑on public sail adventures, structured school programs, family-focused events like Pint Size Pirates, homeschool sails, and private charters for celebrations or group outings. Trips are designed to teach river ecology, indigenous history, and sailing skills through inquiry‑based stations, water testing, fishing activities, and teamwork tasks such as raising sails.
Pint Size Pirates is tailored for children ages 2–4 and their adults, combining ship exploration, fish encounters, sea shanties, river-themed storytime, and a take-home coloring book. The Sailing Classroom serves students in grades 4 and up with curriculum-aligned activities including mainsail handling, scientific water testing, and historical interpretation. Homeschoolers on the Hudson adapts the Sailing Classroom into interactive modules encouraging curiosity and collaboration. Private charters and custom sails are available by request for educational bookings, corporate events, and private celebrations.
Information about each sail emphasizes experiential learning on the historic vessel and direct engagement with the Hudson River environment. Descriptions and age or grade recommendations guide families and educators toward appropriate experiences. All programming centers on active participation, outdoor learning, and building stewardship of the river. Visitors can choose from scheduled public sails or request a tailored sail to meet group learning objectives or event needs.
Schedules, booking details, accessibility information, and safety procedures are available through Clearwater's official channels; educators can request curriculum links and chaperone guidance for field trips. Advance reservations are often recommended.
Reserve a Hudson River Sail
Book a public sail, schedule the Sailing Classroom, or request a private charter—spaces fill quickly.