Season 4 of the Educational Passages Podcast continues with our “Imagine This” series - Where the magic of miniboats come alive through the voices and visions of those who make it all possible. Each episode will paint a vivid picture of discovery, connection, and curiosity — not just tracking the voyages, but exploring the challenges and unexpected outcomes behind them. Now press play, close your eyes, and imagine this: How can one field trip spark a journey that soars far beyond ...

Season 4 of the Educational Passages Podcast continues with our “Imagine This” series - Where the magic of miniboats come alive through the voices and visions of those who make it all possible. Each episode will paint a vivid picture of discovery, connection, and curiosity — not just tracking the voyages, but exploring the challenges and unexpected outcomes behind them. Now press play, close your eyes, and imagine this: What happens when a high school marine biology class sets out...

Season 4 of the Educational Passages Podcast is kicking off with our “Imagine This” series - Where the magic of miniboats come alive through the voices and visions of those who make it all possible. Each episode will paint a vivid picture of discovery, connection, and curiosity — not just tracking the voyages, but exploring the challenges and unexpected outcomes behind them. Now press play, close your eyes, and imagine this: The Crimson Current is built by students in New Jersey, ...

From the Cliffs of Moher to the classrooms of Galway, our trip to Ireland in March with Educational Passages highlights the magic of ocean education. This is the second part of a conversation with Juliet Fluty (click here to listen to part 1). It dives into all the details behind the visits we mentioned in our blog post: educationalpassages.org/miniboat-magic-in-ireland/. The trip to Ireland unveiled profound connections that have been made through our miniboat program, and the impact i...

A chat with the Hampshire Regional Miniboat Crew (from Westhampton, MA), who share with us the fun they had while preparing their miniboat throughout the entire school year. Experience the camaraderie and dedication that transformed a large, enthusiastic group into a tightly-knit team, who is now planning for launch next year. Join us as the crew talks about things like what it will be like to continue the project over the summer, what's involved in building a miniboat, the best angle to in...

In this episode, Cassie talks with Juliet Fluty, who has been interning with Educational Passages. Juliet is also a student at the University of New England studying Educational Studies and Marine Biology. Over the last couple of months, she has focused on relaunching the Mini Maine miniboat with students in Maine and Ireland. Hear all about the project and learning that has happened so far. For more information about the project, visit educationalpassages.org/boats/minimaine, and more about ...

In this episode, Cassie talks with Lisa Swanson from Morristown Beard School in New Jersey. Lisa is currently on sabbatical and using her time to give back to her students and to Educational Passages, starting with an adventure to Nantucket, Massachusetts in February. The reason for the trip is explained, as well as other plans for relaunches from North Carolina, Ireland, and even Portugal! We also talk about ocean literacy both in and out of the classroom and ideas for ways to connect more c...

The Miniboat Traffic Report provides updates on miniboats at sea, new launches and landings, and other fun events that happen in between our full episodes. This episode includes updates on the following miniboats and projects: Boat to Freedom Purple Hurricane Osprey 907 SEAS SEAOTECH Special Sea Eagle iFADO IV (El Hierro - Mar, Salitre y Lava) Dream Sailor Clipper Ripper Tapping the Seas Raven KASTER Lancer The Serendipitous Transatlantic Tale of One Tiny but Mighty ...

The Miniboat Traffic Report provides updates on miniboats at sea, new launches and landings, and other fun events that happen in between our full episodes. This episode includes updates on the following miniboats and projects: September 7, 2023 Miniboat Traffic Report Philbert Liberty Warrior SS AIMS INFINITY TMS SEA CHALLENGER Purple Hurricane Osprey iFADO IV (El Hierro - Mar, Salitre y Lava) Sea Eagle Dream Sailor Special Clipper Ripper CRMM Miniboat Fleet - Relaunch FAQ...

The Miniboat Traffic Report provides updates on miniboats at sea, new launches and landings, and other fun events that happen in between our full episodes. This episode includes updates on the following miniboats and projects: July 7, 2023 Miniboat Traffic Report Gryphon Cruiser Crimson Tide & Crimson Current Topsfield Titan Wildcat Wave Hope SS AIMS INFINITY NMEA Conference 2023 Project iFADO iFADO IV (El Hierro - Mar, Salitre y Lava)iFADO III (buche salado...

The Miniboat Traffic Report provides updates on miniboats at sea, new launches and landings, and other fun events that happen in between our full episodes. This episode includes updates on the following miniboats and projects: June 8, 2023 Miniboat Traffic ReportSS AIMS INFINITYNOAA Research Vessel Nancy FosterBig Rock Marlin Tournament Miniboat CatchDestinyKorriganProject iFADOTopsfield Titan URI GSO Miniboat FleetTMS SEA CHALLENGERCrimson Current Crimson Tide Podc...

The Miniboat Traffic Report provides updates on miniboats at sea, new launches and landings, and other fun events that happen in between our full episodes. This episode includes updates on the following miniboats and projects: SS AIMS INFINITYApril 22, 2023 Miniboat Traffic ReportLancerURI GSO Miniboat FleetGryphon CruiserSea EagleHopeProject iFADOBuche Salado IIReferenced news article: Un “gran remolino marino” de 90 km de diámetro “atrapa” a un barco educativo en aguas canarias y le ...

Happy Earth Day! The Miniboat Traffic Report provides updates on miniboats at sea, new launches and landings, and other fun events that happen in between our full episodes. This episode includes updates on the following miniboats and projects: 4th Annual Recycle Regatta European Atlas of the Seas’ ‘Be a scientist! Mapping climate change at seas & waterways’NSF LTER Data JamRowe RIdaLancerMakerBuoy@Name_That_bird Twitter referenceEBird reference - ebird.org/species/briter...

The Miniboat Traffic Report provides updates on miniboats at sea, new launches and landings, and other fun events that happen in between our full episodes. This episode includes updates on the following miniboats and projects: Nessie Liberty Butterfly of the Sea Destiny Sacred Heart Star of the Sea Cape Cod Sea Turtle Project : Scarborough Sailor, Riptide, Rockstar Wildcat Wave Clipper Ripper Path Analysis Tool Purple Hurricane Lady Lance Lancer Science Behind the Miniboats podcast epi...

The Miniboat Traffic Report provides updates that happen in between our full episodes. This episode includes updates on the following miniboats and projects: Butterfly of the SeaColumbia River Maritime Museum Miniboat FleetEducational Passages Podcast: A Conversation with Nate: Stories from the Columbia River Maritime Museum's Miniboat Fleetdeepseachallenge.com Sacred Heart Star of the SeaBlue HeronHK Pride and Teal TurtleBHS RoweboatWildcat WavePurple HurricaneLady Lance and Lance...

This episode of the Educational Passages podcast is about the Columbia River Maritime Museum (CRMM) fleet of miniboats, which started in 2017 and has launched 36 since. Joining the episode is Nathan Sandel, who was the Education Director at the museum until 2022. Nate joins us to talk about the program he started and share some of the adventures of the miniboats so far. The CRMM’s full miniboat program is currently on pause for program evaluation, and additional updates are forthcomin...

The Miniboat Traffic Report provides updates on miniboats at sea, new launches and landings, and other fun events that happen in between our full episodes. This episode includes updates on the following miniboats and projects: Butterfly of the SeaColumbia River Maritime Museum Miniboat Fleet 2022 Cape Cod Bay Sea Turtle ProjectPOGO (Partnership for Observation of the Global Ocean) Fleet Yemaya Spiorad na Gaillimhe (Spirit of Galway) Schnelle Welle (Fast Wave) H...

The Miniboat Traffic Report provides updates on miniboats at sea, new launches and landings, and other fun events that happen in between our full episodes. This episode includes updates on the following miniboats and projects: Purple HurricaneColumbia River Maritime Museum Miniboat Fleet 2022 Fledgling FreddyButterfly of the SeaInspirationBBC article: US school’s miniature boat washes up at Christchurch NBC10 story: Unmanned mini sailboat designed by R.I. students reaches coa...

This episode of the Educational Passages podcast is about miniboats in Newfoundland and Labrador, and how the Raven KASTER miniboat project which started back in 2018, is continuing into 2023. Joining the episode is Thomas Sheppard and features a recording of the “Raven KASTER Podkast” with Thomas and students Stephanie and Kaitlyn. People and programs mentioned are all found on their respective boat pages as follows: BHS RoweboatHK PrideTeal TurtleBHS Rowe RIdaRaven KASTERTo learn mor...

The Miniboat Traffic Report provides updates on miniboats at sea, new launches and landings, and other fun events that happen in between our full episodes. This episode includes updates on the following miniboats and projects: POGO (Partnership for Observation of the Global Ocean) Fleet Yemaya Spiorad na Gaillimhe (Spirit of Galway) Schnelle Welle (Fast Wave) El Cisne Alto (The Tall Swan) Teal Turtle HK PrideMaurickLady LanceLancerProject O.C.N.Pione...