RiverClassroom
Take Your Students Aboard the Explorer for our Educational RiverClassroom Program!
It’s an amazing educational opportunity for all ages!
What is RiverClassroom? RiverClassroom programs are a hands-on outdoor environmental educational experience developed by the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council. The program provides students with an opportunity to learn about the natural, cultural, and historical aspects of the Blackstone River Valley. In addition, programs can be specialized according to teacher’s requests and grade level needs. This very popular program takes place aboard the Coast Guard certified Explorer riverboat and gets students engaged with the surroundings that many have yet to discover.
Blackstone Valley Tourism Council is a member of the Rhode Island Environmental Education Association and our RiverClassroom programs are designed to to include STEM practices, Next Generation Science Standards, and Environmental Literacy.
Departs from Central Falls Landing
15 Madeira Avenue, Central Falls, RI
Program includes:
60 minute kayak adventure on the Blackstone River *
60 minute experiential science program on land
Introduction to using advanced water testing equipment
Urban planning activity
Identify the Blackstone River as a unique ecological resource
Understand the impact of human activity on rivers and the Blackstone River Watershed
Gain an increased awareness and appreciation of river’s distinctive historical significance
Become stewards for the preservation of the Blackstone River and its environments.
RiverClassroom’s goals are to help students:
50-minute tour on the E/V Blackstone Valley Explorer to view diverse river wildlife
Education on watershed ecology, water quality, sustainable practices, and pollution
RiverClassroom programs include information/activities that meet the follwoing Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS): LS1.A, LS2.A, LS2.B, LS2.C, LS4.A, LS4.C, LS4.D, ESS1.C, ESS2.C, ESS3.C, PS1.B
RiverClassroom includes:
NEW! for High School Students
RiverClassroom Adventures for High School
Looking for a different way for your teenage students to experience the river? RiverClassroom Adventures are a unique science experience - students will explore the river in kayaks, taking water samples, learning about widllife and the revitalization of the river. Once back on shore, the science experience continues with water testing and understanding how urban development effects the river.
Each kayak session can accomodate up to 25 students and 2 adults.*
Students will learn about:
Basic boating safety
The natural history and diversity of species found along the river
The impact of the industrial revolution on the river
Water health and the urban impact on riverine and wetland water system
Reservations for the popular RiverClassroom education programs are available now.
Interested in kayak rentals? Check out our rates and information HERE
Call today! (401) 724-2200
If you have any questions please reach out to us by Email. Boats owned and operated by Blackstone Valley Tourism Council. For more information about chartering the Explorer for special events and private parties…visit our Explorer River Tours page.
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