BUOE Foundation’s primary program is the Urban Runoff and Watershed Education Program, taking place on Lake Erie on board a traditionally-rigged vessel, Spirit of Buffalo. Students will spend the day exploring a range of topics that relate to the program’s theme. After a full day of interactive, hands-on lessons and activities, students will leave the vessel with a deeper understanding of the environmental issues that challenge their local environment and, thus, that challenge the world at large.
All lessons will meet NYS standards in science. Further, sail training improves students’ teamwork and communication skills, critical elements in working a traditional sailing vessel and necessary for life!
Programs are open to school classes, after-school groups, youth groups, and even adult groups who are looking for a new type of outdoor learning experience. Please contact us to discuss the needs of your particular group or send a program registration request.
As the Foundation grows we will expand programming to satisfy all three tiers of our mission and provide environmental education opportunities for the entire Buffalo community.
Scholarships
Scholarship and fee assitance is available for the 2010 season. Please note that, while we are very pleased to be able to offer this assistance, funding is limited. Requests will be reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Download the form below and return to:
Fee Assistance Application 2010 (pdf)
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Fee Assistance Application 2010 (doc)
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Program Specifics
- The program season is from April 1 – September 30.
- Programs are held on board a US Coast Guard inspected sailing vessel and staffed by experienced educators and crew.
- Programs run for five hours, typically from 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM. Half-day and after-school programs are available. Dual programs with other educational organizations may be available in the future.
- Timing and curriculum can be customized based on school/bus schedules and teacher’s needs/requests.
- We can accommodate groups of up to 30 students. We require one chaperone per 15 students.
BUOE Foundation Program Offerings and Prices:
Urban Runoff and Watershed Education Program
Full-day (5 hour) shipboard school program.Price: $1095
Urban Runoff and Watershed Education Half-Day Program
An abbreviated version of our full-day shipboard school program.Price: $550
Dual Programs
Dual programs with BUOE Foundation and other educational institutions are in development. These programs would include a half-day program with BUOE and an additional half-day or specific program with another nearby, related organization.
