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RiverClassroom

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Take Your Students Aboard the Explorer for our Educational RiverClassroom Program!

It’s an amazing educational opportunity for all ages!

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What is RiverClassroom? RiverClassroom programs are a hands-on outdoor environmental educational experience developed by the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council, and now done in collaboration with Mystic Aquarium educators. 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.

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Departs from Central Falls Landing

15 Madeira Avenue, Central Falls, RI

  • 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:

  • Demonstrations by Mystic Aquarium educators

  • 50-minute tour on the E/V Blackstone Valley Explorer to view diverse river wildlife

  • Interaction with an underwater remotely-operated vehicle

  • Education on watershed ecology, water quality, sustainable practices, and pollution

RiverClassroom includes:

Reservations for the popular RiverClassroom education programs are available now.

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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