Harbor Camp™ is a one-of-a-kind summer program that brings kids aboard the Clipper City for a week of sailing, activities, and discovery. With knot tying, harbor exploration, on-the-water learning, and daily crew challenges, it's built to be fun, confidence-building, and full of stories they'll remember for years.
Each day balances seamanship fundamentals, real time on the water, and playful wrap-up moments that help campers remember what they learned.
The week builds from orientation and confidence into real maritime language, crew roles, and harbor awareness. Hover over each day to see the kinds of activities we can anchor there.
A first day focused on comfort, confidence, and getting to know the ship, with an introduction to life on board, basic safety, and the language of sailing.
Campers begin learning practical seamanship through knot tying, line handling, and active challenges that build coordination, focus, and teamwork.
The mechanics of sailing come to life as campers explore how wind moves the boat and take part in age appropriate, hands-on sail activities.
The harbor becomes the classroom through navigation basics, landmark spotting, and stories that connect New York's waterfront to history, work, and daily life.
The week comes together through team based games, crew roles, and a final celebration of the skills, confidence, and camaraderie built on board.
