Hudson River Sloop Clearwater to sail in Sail4th 250 celebration in New York Harbor
BEACON- Hudson River Sloop Clearwater will join tall ships from around the world in NYNJ Harbor this Independence Day weekend as part of the Sail4th 250 celebration commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States. As one of the participating vessels, Clearwater is offering two rare opportunities for the public to sail aboard the historic […]
Hudson River Sloop Clearwater to sail in Sail4th 250 celebration in New York Harbor
- June 28, 2026
- 3:59 am
- Mid-Hudson News Staff
Sloop Clearwater passes the Cold Spring shoreline
BEACON- Hudson River Sloop Clearwater will join tall ships from around the world in NYNJ Harbor this Independence Day weekend as part of the Sail4th 250 celebration commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States. As one of the participating vessels, Clearwater is offering two rare opportunities for the public to sail aboard the historic sloop and experience the festivities first-hand from the water on July 3 and July 4.
The event holds special significance for Clearwater. Fifty years ago, the sloop participated in Operation Sail 1976, the international gathering of tall ships that celebrated the nation’s Bicentennial in New York Harbor. Now, as the country marks its Semiquincentennial, Clearwater will once again join a fleet of historic vessels from around the world sailing in New York Harbor.
“For centuries, these waters have been a gateway to the nation and a gathering place for ships from around the world. Events like Operation Sail in 1976 and Sail4th 250 celebrate both our nation’s history and the enduring maritime heritage and vitality of New York Harbor, and it is a privilege to participate,” said board president and former Clearwater captain, Samantha Hicks.
“I remember gazing at the tall ships from shore in 1976 and know opportunities like this come along only once in a generation. While thousands of people will watch the tall ships from shore, a small number of passengers will experience Sail4th 250 from the deck of the Clearwater,” said David Toman, executive director of Hudson River Sloop Clearwater. “To be out on the water, sailing in the fleet of tall ships in New York Harbor will be an unforgettable experience. We are thrilled to share this moment with our passengers and welcome them into participating in a truly historic celebration.”
On Friday, July 3, Clearwater will sail in the Class B Tall Ships Parade in the East River, showcasing mid-sized traditionally rigged vessels from around the world. The sail will board at 10:30 a.m. from PortSide NewYork in Red Hook, Brooklyn, and will disembark around 4 p.m. also at PortSide New York. On Saturday, July 4, Clearwater will sail in the Sail4th 250 Parade of Tall Ships, boarding passengers at 5:45 a.m. at PortSide New York in Red Hook, Brooklyn, with passengers disembarking at the 79th Street Boat Basin in Manhattan around 2 p.m. Twenty-five $250 tickets are available per sail. Light meals will be served, and rustic restrooms are available below deck.
For full sail information and tickets, visit: www.clearwater.org/sail4-250-parades-in-nynj-harbor/
This story was compiled by staff at Mid Hudson News.
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