Clearwater is dedicated to training the next generation of environmental leaders; That means inspiring young people reach their full potential in their communities, schools, and careers to serve as stewards of the environment.

Clearwater started the 'Young Women at the Helm' program to give a more intense leadership training experience, exclusively to young women. Participants spend three days on the Sloop Clearwater to learn the ropes, explore ecology, and meet new goals they didn't know they could do.

The goals of the program are showing signs of success. Several participants of the program are continuing on to be teachers, ecologists, and environmental advocates in their vocations. 'Young Women at the Helm' and programs like it, will take on a larger role in Clearwater as the new headquarters in Beacon are finalized.