Young Women at the Helm
This incredible three-day summer leadership program is for girls ages 15 to 18 from the Hudson Valley. We sail on the Hudson studying ecology, history, navigation and life on our river. Everyone challenges themselves physically by practicing maritime skills under the watchful eyes of our professional crew. Participants sail aboard the ship during the days and camp along the Hudson’s shores at night gaining knowledge about themselves, their environment and how they can become the next generation of environmental leaders.
Application Deadline: June 15th
Program Dates: July 24-26 2013
Young Men at the Helm
Young Men at the Helm program is a leadership training program for boys ages 15 to 18 from the Hudson Valley. Participants spend three days sailing aboard the ship studying local ecology, heritage, navigation and maritime skills. The young men challenge themselves physically by participating in sailing the ship, fishing, and hiking along the banks of the Hudson. Participants sail aboard the ship during the days and camp along the Hudson’s shores at night gaining knowledge about themselves, their environment, and how they can become the next generation of environmental leaders.
Application Deadline: June 15th
Program Dates: July 31 – August 2nd
Youth Internship
This internship is designed for 16-18 year olds who have participated in Young Women or Young Men at the Helm, or for youth who other have significant leadership experience. Interns spend one to two weeks living aboard the sloop as junior crew members to assist in shipboard duties and educational activities. Interns are immersed in sailing, teaching, team-building and everyday tasks that make Clearwater function as classroom, a boat, and a home. This is an exciting opportunity for teens to work along side professional sailors and educators while gaining important leadership skills.
May – October 2013
