Awarded to first time explorers by RIVERBARGE EXCURSION LINES, INC of New Orleans. The following is from their website.

1ST EXPLORERS
The R/B River Explorer is constantly uncovering new routes. Guests who always like to be first and share a love for exploring “unchartered territories” can join the excursion and become a 1st Explorer, RiverBarge’s special BargeMate Guest. Some trips feature special inaugural ceremonies in Host Landings along the way. Other benefits include:

• Automatic Platinum Deck upgrade starting after the qualifying excursion. Upgrade based on availability at time of booking.
• Advanced notification of special reunion trips.
• 1st Explorer fine art commemorative print.
• River Currents newsletter with a 1st Explorer insert where we share information with 1st Explorers before anyone else.
• 1st Explorer pin