Adventure Meets Learning in Hudson River Maritime Museum's Summer Youth Programs

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Hudson River Maritime Museum Announces Multi-Activity, All-Day Voyagers
Program that Blends Sailing, Boat Building, and Woodworking For Ages 9-17

KINGSTON, N.Y. (April 16, 2025) – Hudson River Maritime Museum invites you to give
your kids the experience of a lifetime this summer by signing them up to its new HRMM
Voyager Program! Adventure meets learning in this all-day, multi-activity youth program that blends sailing, boat building, woodworking, and hands-on STEAM activities into a unique experience for youths aged 9 through 17. The Voyager Program will run for six one-week sessions, Mon.-Fri., 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM from July 7 through August 15. Registration is online at www.hrmm.org/youth-programs, and classes are filling fast.

Now in its 46th year, the Hudson River Maritime Museum, located on the banks of the Rondout Creek in Kingston, has a long tradition of providing young people a chance to experience the magic and history of the Hudson Valley’s rich maritime traditions through a myriad of on-land and on-water programming. This year, HRMM’s professional woodworkers, museum educators, and US Sailing and SafeSport Certified Instructors will lead an immersive program that will blend practical skills in sailing, boatbuilding and woodworking, all while building self-confidence, making new friendships, and having fun!

Designed for youths aged 9-17, The Voyagers Program is perfect for all skill levels. Our
Seafarers (9-12 years) and Navigators (13-17 years) will spend each day sailing for three hours, practicing boat building and woodworking for 90 minutes, and participating in other STEAM activities involving history, crafts, games, and tours on our solar tourboat, Solaris, all while making friends, learning new skills and fostering their creativity! Mid-day, Seafarers and Navigators will gather for an outdoor lunch onshore—perfect for sharing stories of their
adventures. HRMM’s professional woodworkers, museum educators, and US Sailing and SafeSport Certified instructors are here to guide your kids every step of the way, ensuring they understand how STEAM principles come alive both in the workshop and on the water!

The Voyager Program will run for six one-week sessions: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., on July 7-11, July 14-18, July 21-25, July 28 - Aug. 1, Aug. 4-8, and Aug. 11-15. For more information and to register visit, www.hrmm.org/youth-programs. Fees are $750 per week. All HRMM members receive a discount on registration. Scholarships are also available.


More Youth Sailing Programs Cater to Children Ages 5 - 9

Introduction to Youth Sailing welcomes youth ages seven to nine to learn the basics of sailing. Our US Certified Sailing instructors create a safe and supportive environment for students to learn, have fun, and make new friends while having new experiences.​ The course consists of five 3-hour classes (fifteen hours in total). For more information and to register visit, www.hrmm.org/youth-programs. Program fees are $450 per individual.

The Parent-Child Sailing class welcomes children ages five to eight and their parent/guardians (grandparents, caretakers, relatives) to learn the basics of sailing together. This course consists of five 3-hour sessions (fifteen hour program) and is designed for one adult to sail with one child, introducing both to the basics of sailing while having fun out on-the-water. For more information and to register visit, www.hrmm.org/youth-programs. Program fees are $450 per individual.

The Sailing School at Hudson River Maritime Museum is the only US Sailing Accredited
sailing school in the Hudson Valley. Founded in 2017, the School seeks to inspire a new
generation of enthusiasts to get out on the water and become more confident sailors by offering accessible programming for youth and adult beginners. For students seeking to advance their skills, USSailing Instructor Trainers occasionally offer USSailing Instructor Certification courses at HRMM for advanced students age 16 or older seeking to become certified instructors.

The Wooden Boat School was founded by the Hudson River Maritime Museum in 2015 to
preserve the maritime craft traditions of the Hudson Valley and to teach a hands-on interpretation of the living history of the Hudson River. We offer diverse curriculum and opportunities which provide skills in woodworking, boat building, and maritime craft. The school offers adult and youth courses.

The Hudson River Maritime Museum is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of then maritime history of the Hudson River, its tributaries and related industries. In addition to extensive collections documenting maritime transportation, industry, recreation, and natural science, the museum offers classes and programs at its Wooden Boat School, Sailing and Rowing School, and aboard Solaris, the 100% solar powered tour boat and floating classroom. The museum is located along the historic Rondout waterfront in downtown Kingston. Visit ww.hrmm.org for more information.