School Groups and Home School Programs
Come aboard for a unique learning experience! If you want to augment a social studies lesson, heighten awareness of a science concept, or reward your students’ hard work with a fun trip, we will customize each tour to suit your educational needs. Certified by the Coast Guard, our cruises offer a knowledgeable crew with extensive experience in presenting educational material to youth groups in fun and exciting ways. We guarantee all activities will be aligned to your state’s curriculum, will challenge your students to think critically, and will allow your students to demonstrate what they have learned.
Our Staff
The educational crew who will join each excursion are Captain Dave Anderson, Rick Houlk, and Candyce Bates. Captain Dave has been leading tours along the banks of the Tennessee River for over a decade. He is an expert seaman and local historian who enjoys sharing stories of Native American folklore. Our naturalist, Rick Houlk, has managed a successful whitewater rafting company for over twenty years. His dedication to studying wildlife locally for the Forest Service, his conservation practices and education have awarded him recognition from the Cherokee National Forest. Candyce taught fourth and fifth graders in Georgia for five years. She has also worked as an SCA volunteer in Shenandoah National Park, has attended several environmental education workshops, and is currently pursuing her Master’s of Education degree.
The mission of the Blue Moon Cruises Education Department is to create awareness in both students and the public of the importance our river systems play in the environment, conservation, and our history.
Pease feel free to contact us for a detailed educator’s packet or you can download materials here.
Downloads:
Information for Educators
Curriculum Information:
Elementary Science Correlation
Elementary Social Studies Correlation
Middle School Science Correlation
Middle School Social Studies Correlation
High School Life Science Correlation
High School Environmental Science Correlation
Please contact our reservations office for more detailed information on scheduling a field trip for your school groups.
Or call toll free 1-888-993-BLUE (2583)
