Reach/STEM - Class 1 (Tuesdays, 3 - 7 pm, May 24-June 21, 2022)

Course: Reach/STEM - Class 1
Dates: Class 1 meets on Tuesday afternoons, 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm, May 24 - June 21, 2022.
Instructor: TBD
Class Size: 10
Prerequisites: None
Registration Deadline: May 17, 2022

Reach/STEM is a series of classes using the US Sailing Reach/STEM Curriculum to teach science, technology, engineering and math concepts in the real world of sailing. During a typical class, a US Sailing Certified instructor will briefly introduce a STEM concept, and students will conduct land-based experiments and/or hands-on learning activities to expand and deepen their understanding of the concept.  Then students will head out to sail with certified Instructors on our fleet of keel and centerboard boats. While sailing, participants will apply the STEM concepts they learned on land to their sailing experiences, illustrating for them how learning science, technology, engineering and math can make them better sailors and can be used in other areas of their lives as well. 

Reach/STEM classes are open to Middle School age students, ages 10-14. Scholarships are available, and we welcome students from underserved communities to join us.  Both new sailors and more experienced students are welcome. Classes will be customized to reach students at different levels.  Classes will meet during each scheduled period, rain or shine. If weather is inclement, all students will learn together on shore, and we will make up missed sailing time during a later class in the same series, if possible. 

REGISTRATION
General Public: $275
Members at Household Level & Above: $250

**Members must log into the museum website during registration to apply their discount. Please note membership must be current as of the date of the class. Call the museum at 845-338-0071 for questions about membership.

COVID PRECAUTIONS
Safety of our students, staff, and volunteers is our top priority. As the date of a class approaches, we will evaluate guidance and restrictions and reach out to our students if there is anything that will affect their experience. We list current COVID guidance and restrictions on the Sailing School's homepage at www.hrmm.org/sailing-school. 

CANCELLATION POLICY
Full refunds will be offered for cancellations that occur 30 days or more before a program's registration deadline (if no deadline, the first day of the program). Cancellations between 30 and 7 days will be offered a 50% refund or credit toward another class. Cancellations after the registration deadline or within 7 days of the first day of class (whichever comes first) will not be refunded

WEATHER CONDITIONS
Our youth sailing program runs every day, regardless of the weather. We sail in light rain and a variety of wind conditions. If weather is dangerous, we will stay ashore and do chalk talks,  drills, learning games, etc. If Covid-19 prevents us meeting from indoors, and in the unlikely event we have seriously inclement weather, we will postpone for a day or half day and schedule a make-up.

ABOUT THE SAILING SCHOOL
The Sailing School at Hudson River Maritime Museum offers a variety of sailing experiences for youth and adult students. Classes are available for every level of experience and include 1-day introductory sessions, youth groups, and certification opportunities. The school hosts the annual Riverport Women’s Sailing Conference each November and is the only US-Sailing-accredited sailing school in the Hudson Valley. Learn more at www.hrmm.org/sailing-school.