Trips & Special Events

Sail on the Hudson aboard


The Sloop Clearwater

Day Sails:

July 28- August 6 Alpine NJ

  • View the majestic Palisades;

  • Hear featured speakers about New Jersey’s history & nature;

Register early since trips sell out quickly!   
All Sails depart from the Alpine Boat Basin.
To register: email ANJEC (info@anjec.org)

Sail Schedule:

  • Friday, July 28th, Children’s Sail, 5:00 PM, Alpine Boat Basin, Adults: $75, Adult/Child Pair: $125
    Engage in hands-on learning and learn about the river. Guests will help raise the sail, sing sea shanties, haul up a trolling net to investigate river life and rotate through interactive learning stations. (Approx. 3 hours)
  • Saturday, July 29th Children’s Sail, 10:00 AM, Alpine Boat Basin, Adults: $75, Adult/Child Pair: $125
  • Saturday, July 29th Brewery on the Boat Sail 5:00 PM, Alpine Boat Basin. $100 per person
    Join us for an unforgettable experience aboard “America’s Environmental Flagship,” Hudson River Sloop Clearwater. Enjoy a tasting of craft beers from local craft brewery, Brix City, while focusing on the enjoyment of the river and the company of those on board. Brix City Brewing is dedicated to bold styled beers that showcase intense flavor profiles and the highest quality ingredients.
  • Sunday, July 30th Children’s Sail, 10:00 AM, Alpine Boat Basin, Adults: $75, Adult/Child Pair: $125
  • Sunday, July 30th, Tavern Night on the River Sail, 5:00 PM, Alpine Boat Basin, $100 per person
    Join us for an unforgettable experience aboard “America’s Environmental Flagship,” Hudson River Sloop Clearwater. Enjoy Palisades Interstate Park Historian, Eric Nelsen, and Singer/Songwriter, Spook Handy as they introduce guests to the history of the area through music and stories.
  • Friday, August 4th Children’s Sail, 5:00 PM, Alpine Boat Basin, Adults: $75, Adult/Child Pair: $125
  • Saturday, August 5th Children’s Sail, 10:00 AM, Alpine Boat Basin, Adults: $75, Adult/Child Pair: $125
  • Saturday, August 5th, Children’s Sail, 5:00 PM, Alpine Boat Basin, Adults: $75, Adult/Child Pair: $125
  • Sunday, August 6th Children’s Sail, 10:00 AM, Alpine Boat Basin, Adults: $75, Adult/Child Pair: $125
  • Sunday, August 6th Children’s Sail, 5:00 PM, Alpine Boat Basin, Adults: $75, Adult/Child Pair: $125
To register for a sail, email ANJEC (info@anjec.org).

About the Clearwater Sails:

ANJEC and The Tenafly Nature Center are once again sponsoring sails this summer.   Enjoy a relaxing sailing trip aboard a local historic tall ship. Departing from the Alpine Boat Basin, each themed sail will let participants experience the beauty of the river while enjoying NJ’s history, art, music, and, of course, nature! Passengers will view the majestic Palisades and city skyline as they listen to informative presentations. Children’s sails contain activities that are tailored to ensure youth enjoy each voyage of discovery while learning more about the Hudson ecological systems.

The Sloop Clearwater is recognized as America’s Environmental Flagship. As one of the first in the United States to conduct science-based environmental education aboard a sailing ship, this program has created the template for environmental education programs around the world. More than half a million people have experienced their first real look at the Hudson River’s estuarine ecosystem aboard the Clearwater. In 2004, the Sloop Clearwater was named to the National Register of Historic Places for its groundbreaking role in the environmental movement. TNC offers themed trips focusing on NJ’s history, art, music, and of course, nature! Passengers will view the majestic Palisades and city skyline as they listen to informative presentations.

Registration Policies

  • Fees must be pre-paid. No refunds.
  • All trips depart and return to the Alpine Boat Basin, Exit 2 off the Palisades Interstate Parkway. Weekend sails do not include $5 parking fee.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Check-in at the dock gate is required. Check this website to confirm dates.
  • Restrooms available dockside only.
  • Payment is per person. All ages of individuals count toward the 40 people aboard the ship due to Coast Guard regulations.
  • Sail is held rain or shine; proceed to boat basin and wear rain gear. In severe weather, the following captain’s authority and cancellation policy applies: 
    • Captain’s Authority and Cancellation by Clearwater:
      Passenger safety is Hudson River Sloop Clearwater’s highest priority. Relying on the determination of the vessel’s Captain, Clearwater may cancel any Onboard Program if: (i) in the judgment of the Captain, weather conditions or forecasts or any other circumstances pose safety risks relating to the Onboard Program or the vessel, or (ii) any other circumstances beyond the reasonable control of Clearwater make the Onboard Program impossible, inadvisable or impractical. In case of any such cancellation by Clearwater under this paragraph, Clearwater will try in good faith to arrange an alternate mutually acceptable date and if no such date can be arranged will return the monies paid by the Group for that Onboard Program
  • Bring your own food and beverages (beer/wine ok, but no liquor) but please take everything with you after the sail.
  • Register early- trips fill quickly! Email info@anjec.org to register.

Children’s Sails Information:

Engage in hands-on learning about the ecological and cultural significance of the river. Guests will help raise the sail, go fishing, sing sea-shanties, and rotate through interactive learning stations on the river’s history, sailing physics and more!
This program is intended for families with children ages 9 and up. Program will be held entirely outdoors, so please dress in layers! 

Email info@anjec.org to register.

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