Public Sailing Adventures

The sloop CLEARWATER on the Hudson River. Photo by Econosmith

Check the schedule below to see when the sloop

will be near your town!

Join us onboard the sloop Clearwater, a majestic replica of the cargo sloops that traveled the Hudson River in the 18th and 19th centuries, as we sail from a variety of docks from Albany to New York City, April through October. During the spring, we are joined on the river by the schooner Mystic Whaler, a replica of 19th-century coastal cargo schooner.

While onboard, experience an authentic sail:

* Learn about the Hudson River’s history, biology, and environmental concerns
* Experience the beauty of the Hudson River and its shores from a new perspective
* Join in “all hands to the halyards” to help hoist the sails
* Steer the boat with the 11-foot tiller
* Meet the crew of a working tall ship and visit their living quarters below decks
* Experience our tradition of a moment of silence and reflection
* Enjoy (or sing along with) music provided by the crew
* Relax and enjoy being out on the water.

Public sailing adventures are suitable for all ages. Sails are $50 for adults; $35 for members; and $15 for children 12 years of age and younger. All sails cast off from and return to the same dock. Clearwater members receive a special discount when booking passage.  Individual members receive 2 discounted tickets; family membership holders receive 6 discounted tickets.

Please be sure to consult our Frequently-Asked Questions page to learn about our cancellation policy and other issues.  Sailing on Clearwater or the Mystic Whaler is a great gift! Give our Sail Program Manager a call at 845-265-8080 ext. 7107 to purchase a gift certificate.

May 2012

Date Booking Time Dock Boat
Saturday, May 5th SOLD OUT! 12:00-3:00 pm West 79th Street Boat Basin- NYC Clearwater
Saturday, May 12th 10:00 am- 1:00 pm Cold Spring Clearwater
Saturday, May 12th
Online ordering for this sail is closed. Please purchase tickets in person at the boat!
4:00-7:00 pm Beacon Mystic Whaler
Saturday, May 19th SOLD OUT! 4:30-7:30 pm Haverstraw Clearwater
Saturday, May 26th Call 1-800-697-8420 to book this sail. West 79th Street Boat Basin- NYC Mystic Whaler
Sunday, May 27th Click here to book this sail. 5:00-8:00 pm Brooklyn Clearwater
Sunday, May 27th Call 1-800-697-8420 to book this sail. West 79th Street Boat Basin- NYC Mystic Whaler

June 2012

Date Booking Time Dock Boat
Saturday, June 9thWhiskey and Chanteys Sail Click here to book this sail. 5:00-8:00 pm Cold Spring Mystic Whaler
Saturday, June 16thGreat Hudson River Revival Click here to book these sails. Various Croton Point Park Clearwater  and Mystic Whaler
Sunday, June 17thGreat Hudson River Revival Click here to book these sails. Various Croton Point Park Clearwater  and Mystic Whaler
Friday, June 29th Click here to book this sail. 6:00-9:00 pm Kingston Clearwater

July 2012

Date Booking Time Dock Boat
Saturday, July 7th TBA 6:00-9:00 pm NYC-TBA Clearwater
Tuesday, July 24th

Click here to book this sail. 6:00-9:00 pm Kingston Clearwater
Saturday, July 28thDia:Beacon Sail Click here to book this sail. 6:00-9:00 pm Beacon Clearwater

August 2012

Date Booking Time Dock Boat
Sunday, August 5th Click here to book this sail. 4:00-7:00 pm Hudson Clearwater
Saturday, August 11th  

Click here to book this sail. 6:00-9:00 pm Poughkeepsie Clearwater


Sunday, August 26th Click here to book this sail. 4:00-7:00 pm Beacon Clearwater
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