STEM classes
Why attending US Sailing STEM camps?
- Adventure programming focusing on the “How” and “Why” of sailing.
- Kids stay engaged on no-wind or rainy days with STEM activities
- 17 Modules with unique STEM concepts to explore
- Alignment to US Sailing small boat sailing, Common Core Math, and Next Generation Science standards and best practices to pursue donors and grants with confidence.
Since 2012, over 350,000 youth have participated in US Sailing’s Reach Initiative at over 1,000 schools, sailing centers, and yacht clubs working together to combine STEM Education and the great sport of sailing using this standardized curriculum. The Reach Program has shown proven success with participants increasing their STEM based knowledge on an average of 15%.
Measuring Wind
"How can we use the wind if we can't see it?"
Simple Machines on Sailboats
"Why do boats have all these ropes and pulleys?"
Sail Area and Perimeter
"What shape are sails and why?"
Buoyancy
"How does this boat float?"
Water Quality Testing
"What is happening in the water out there?"
Marine Debris
"How does marine debris get in our waters and where does it go?"
Upwind Sailing Angles
"How does geometry affect my sailing?"
Land and Sea Breezes
"Why does the wind change as the day progresses?"
Wind Power
"How is wind used as power?"
Underwater Exploration
"How can we learn more about ur sailing environment?"