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School Course Schedule 2022 ACCESS TO EXPERIENCE
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DEAR FRIENDS
RATING 42 YEAR
ELEB S!
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CANADA MAINE
BANGOR
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ear Friends, AUGUSTA
Welcome to our 2022 course catalog and VT BROOKLIN
WoodenBoat School’s 42nd anniversary.
This also marks my first year as Director here at the PORTLAND
school. It’s an incredible honor and quite humbling NH
to step into such an amazing institution! I remain
committed to preserving the spirit of tradition in
craftsmanship, seamanship, and community that
has been fostered here for generations. It’s my great
pleasure to invite you to come and experience BOSTON
MA
everything WoodenBoat School has to offer.
Nestled on the coast of Maine, our beautiful
64-acre “saltwater” campus is the perfect
environment for those interested in boatbuilding,
repair, design, woodworking, metalworking,
sailing, kayaking, and so much more. Whatever
your abilities, our “hands-on” courses will help you
develop your skills and confidence, in the shop and
on the water. We’ll provide you with a friendly and
talented staff, outstanding faculty, delicious, fresh “The WoodenBoatSchool community is magical; the
food, and quiet, comfortable accommodations.
location is stunning; the classes are educational and
It’s just a great place to take a break from your
busy life schedule and experience a one-of-a-kind
gratifying – it’s a little slice of paradise. Thank you
camaraderie with like-minded folks. and the staff for who you are and what you do.”
We encourage you to visit our website at L.M., Mystic, Connecticut
www.thewoodenboatschool.com for detailed
information on course descriptions, tuition,
accommodations, and costs, how to register, and lots Cover photo: Michael Kahn©
more. You can also call us at 207–359–4651 or email
us at school@woodenboat.com and we’ll be glad to
answer all your questions. Sailing.................................................................4
We look forward to hearing from you,
Kayaking.............................................................9
Boatbuilding and Woodworking....................10
Related Crafts...................................................26
Alumni Work Weeks.........................................32
Eric Stockinger
Director 2021 Off-Site Courses......................................33
Registration Information................................34
Celebrating 42 Years of WoodenBoat School 1
COURSES AT A GLANCE
MAY JUNE JULY
15–21/22–28 29–4 5–11 12–18 19–25 26–2 3–9 10–16 17–23
ALUMNI Fundamentals of Fundamentals of Fundamentals of Fundamentals of
WORK WEEK Boatbuilding Boatbuilding Boatbuilding Boatbuilding
MAY 15-21 with Greg Rössel with Bob Fuller with Greg Rössel with Bruce Mackenzie
page 32 page 10 page 10 page 10 page 10
ALUMNI
WORK WEEK Making Build Your Building the Build
MAY 22-28 Building the Whitewater Glued Plywood Lapstrake
page 32
Friends With Own Stitch- Amesbury Doryak Your Own Construction
Your Marine and-Glue Dory Skiff with Brad Dimock Sassafras with Geoff Kerr
Diesel Engine Kayak with Graham McKay page 17 Canoe page 16
with Jon Bardo with Eric Schade page 14 with George
page 27 page 20 Krewson
Concepts of Bent-Wood Build Your
page 21
Build Runabout
Introduction Boatbuilder’s Stitch-and- Box Making Own Classic Your Own Repair &
to Hand Tools Glue Design Essentials
with Bill Jordan Wooden of Fine Annapolis Restoration
Boatbuilding with Jim Macdonald with Sam Devlin page 29 Ship’s Wheel Wherry with Gary Lowell
with John Karbott page 19 page 12 Woodworking page 18
with Bob Fuller with John Harris
page 13 with Mark
Lofting page 24 page 21
The Art of with Greg Rössel
Whitcomb
Introduction
page 23
Marquetry page 11 Pond Yacht Woodcarving to
with Jim Macdonald
page 28 Restoration The Maine with Reed Hayden Boatbuilding
Elements of with John Stoudt Coast in page 22 with John Karbott
Sailing page 25
Watercolor page 13
Blacksmithing with Annie Nixon Rigging
for page 4 Elements of
with Su Johnson
with Pete Marshall Elements of
page 31
Boatbuilders Sailing page 27 Sailing
with Doug Wilson
with Annie Nixon & Elements of with Sue LaVoie &
page 26
Anna Yoors
Sailing for Elements of Hank Mosley
page 4
Women Sailing II page 4
Coastwise with Sue LaVoie &
Navigation Seamanship
with Jane Ahlfeld &
Tracy Eberhart Craft of Sail
with Arista Holden Robin Lincoln
the page 4
page 4 on PRUDENCE
page 5
Apprenticeshop with Hans Vierthaler
Way Open Boat Craft of Sail page 7
with Andy Nadolny Cruising on MISTY
page 7 with Queene Foster
with Geoff Kerr
page 7
page 6
Elements
of Coastal
Kayaking
with Rebecca
Daugherty
page 9
2022 Schedule at a Glance
n Sailing n Kayaking n Rowing
n Boatbuilding and Woodworking
n Related Crafts
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AUGUST SEPTEMBER
24–30 31–6 7–13 14–20 21–27 28–3 4–10 11–17 18–24
Fundamentals of Building the Advanced Fundamentals Fundamentals of Fundamentals of
Boatbuilding Shinano River of Boatbuilding Boatbuilding Boatbuilding
with Warren Barker Boat with Pat Mahon with Thad Danielson with Bob Fuller
page 10 with Douglas page 10 page 10 page 10
Brooks
page 13
Wooden Boat Repair & Marine Stitch- Building the 16' Build Your Introduction Making
Restoration Methods Painting & and-Glue Calendar Islands Yawl Own Stitch- to Cold- Friends with
with Walt Ansel & Matt Morello Varnishing Boatbuilding with Clint Chase and-Glue Molded Your Marine
page 18 with Gary Lowell
with John Harris page 17 Kayak Construction Diesel Engine
page 15 with Eric Schade with Mike Moros with Jon Bardo
page 32
page 20 page 15 page 27
Build Fine Strip- Oarmaking Introduction Traditional Build Your
Your Own Planked Boat with West Howland to Plywood Boat Own Plank Introduction The Art of Building Half
Northeaster Construction page 24 Woodworking Construction Constructed to Woodcuts Models
Dory with Nick Schade
with Bill Thomas
with Bill Thomas Pond Yacht Boatbuilding with Gene Shaw with Rueben Brown
page 23 with John Karbott page 28 page 11
with Dillon Majoros page 14 Bronze page 16 with Bruce Richter
page 13
page 20 Casting for page 25
Introduction Boatbuilders Elements of Elements of Marine and
Introduction to Boat with Michael Saari Boat Design Sailing Small Boat Coastal Seascape
to Modeling page 26 with Paul Gartside
with Jane Ahlfeld Joinery Maine: Photography
Woodworking with Al Ross
page 12
page 4 with Greg Bauer
Plein-Air with Michael Kahn
for Women page 22 Lofting page 19 Watercolor page 30
with Pat Mahon Elements of Craft of Sail with Amy Hosa
with Libby Schrum
page 23 Marine page 11 Sailing on PRUDENCE Coastwise
page 31 Introduction
Photography
with Martin Gardner
for Women Navigation to Canvas
The Maine with Tyler Fields Elements of & Rich Naple
with Arista Holden with Jane Ahlfeld
Sailing the Work
page 4
Coast in page 30 Sailing II page 7 page 5 WoodenBoat with Ann Brayton
Pastels with Martin Gardner School Fleet page 29
& David Bill The with WoodenBoat
with Beth Varkala Elements of Traditional Coastal Coastal
page 4 Staff
page 31 Sailing Sailor’s Tool Cruising Cruising page 5
with Jane Ahlfeld &
Kit Seamanship Seamanship
Elements of Gretchen Snyder Craft of Sail on ELSKOV on ELSKOV
page 4 on MISTY with Michael
Sailing II for Erkkinen with Hans Vierthaler with Hans Vierthaler
with Queene Foster
Women page 7
page 8 page 8 page 8
with Jane Ahlfeld & The
Gretchen Snyder Traditional
page 4 Sailor’s Tool
Kit
The Catboat with Michael
with Martin Gardner Erkkinen
page 6 page 8
Advanced
Coastal
Kayaking
with Nick Schade
page 9
Registration begins January 3, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. EST
Starting in 2022, ALL registrations will be ONLINE ONLY
Celebrating 42 Years of WoodenBoat School 3
SAILING
How to Choose the Best Waterfront Course for You
We receive many inquiries from individuals who are thinking could be repeating ELEMENTS with another set of instructors. It
about joining us on the water, yet are unsure which course(s) to choose. is easy to forget information from one season to another, especially
While there are certainly different things to consider, we’re confident if you don’t have access to sailing where you live. The next step
that we can help you choose the best course to suit your needs. would be ELEMENTS II. Our CRAFT OF SAIL, SAILING THE
All of our Sailing courses focus on becoming a sailor, which WOODENBOAT SCHOOL FLEET, OPEN-BOAT CRUISING, and
means much more than just learning to sail. Each course takes a THE CATBOAT course selections get more experienced sailors out
“hands-on” approach, and the majority of class time will be spent in on an exciting array of larger sailing vessels. And, for those folks
boats on the water. Our instructors are fine sailors themselves, each looking for a unique “liveaboard” experience, we offer COASTAL
possessing good judgment and a knack for instilling confidence in a CRUISING SEAMANSHIP.
positive environment. Our classrooms are beautiful wooden sailing You’ll also find excellent opportunities to gain experience in
and rowing craft that are a pure joy to step aboard. Our waters offer rowing, kayaking, and coastal navigation. So, take your time and read
some of the finest sailing and cruising in the world. through these pages slowly. Keep in mind that we’ll be glad to help
WoodenBoat School’s Sailing Program has something for you with any decisions that may prove difficult; just give us a call.
everyone, beginner to experienced. A wonderful introduction to the Choosing the appropriate course brings not only the exhilaration
art of sailing is our very popular ELEMENTS OF SAILING course, of learning new skills, but the satisfaction of time well spent for
offered throughout the season. For very practical reasons, step two everyone involved.
Elements of Sailing I & II We have various craft here that are suitable for the most timid and the
most adventurous of students. Your on-the-water classroom for the week
Learn-to-sail courses that emphasize seamanship, instill confidence,
will be our fleet of Herreshoff and Haven 121⁄2s—keel/centerboard daysailers
and are fun. that are a pure delight to sail safely. Above all, we want to take the drama
out of sailing—it is a safe and enjoyable sport, and our heavy emphasis on
Elements I seamanship should go far toward ensuring this goal. You’ll definitely have
Annie Nixon — June 19–25 fun this week!
Annie Nixon & Anna Yoors — June 26–July 2 There will be daily classroom lessons about charts and navigation, safety
Jane Ahlfeld & Robin Lincoln — July 3–9 (Women Only) equipment and weather conditions, knot tying and heavy-weather strategy.
Sue LaVoie & Hank Mosley — July 17–23 Our instructors focus their entire summer on our fleet and waterfront
Jane Ahlfeld & Gretchen Snyder — July 31–August 6 facility; their “sea sense” is highly tuned, and experiencing that may be the
Martin Gardner & Rich Naple — August 14–20 biggest lesson of all.
Jane Ahlfeld — August 21–27 In our ELEMENTS II course, students who have some prior small-boat
sailing experience will have the chance to refresh their own “sea sense” and
Elements II fine-tune their boating skills. You will work toward handling our vessels
competently and confidently. Solo sailing will be encouraged, and a variety
Sue LaVoie & Tracy Eberhart — July 10–16 of more challenging tactical/navigational exercises will be presented. If
Jane Ahlfeld & Gretchen Snyder — J uly 24–30 (Women Only) you’re a confident and seasoned graduate of ELEMENTS I, this is the perfect
David Bill & Martin Gardner — August 7–13 second step in your mastery of sailing. Essentially, this course is about sailing,
Since early in WoodenBoat School’s history, we’ve had the great sailing, and more sailing!
pleasure and satisfaction of introducing thousands of students to the joys
of sailing. Our ELEMENTS courses continue to be among our most popular
Tuition: $850
offerings, often bringing students back, year after year, for more sail training.
Anyone can learn to sail, but these courses cover much more than that; our
experienced instructors immerse each student in the art of seamanship. Our Elements II Qualifications
emphasis is on the skillful handling of small craft and building confidence in Becoming a sailor takes time (more than one Sailing course, we can
one’s abilities. These come from practice, and more practice. promise), and it takes work. To ensure that you not find yourself “in over
Under the calm and knowing guidance of our seasoned instructors, your head” in our ELEMENTS II course, we ask that you have recently
you’ll learn the essentials—sailing dynamics, boat rigging and spars, and completed our ELEMENTS I course, or have equivalent experience: you
safety precautions—followed by practical lessons on sailing techniques. should feel reasonably comfortable sailing a small boat from a mooring
Daily hands-on exercises and drills will take students through getting or dock, and returning her safely, using crew to help. Improving your
underway, maneuvering through the points of sail, keeping a course, tacking, sailing skills will ultimately increase your enjoyment of the sport. If you
returning to a mooring and dock, and much, much more. have any questions regarding your abilities, please give us a call.
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Coastwise Navigation You’ll go boating a lot in this course, putting your
lessons into practice and getting skillful with the
Knowing where you are on the water. tools. You’ll use traditional and reliable instruments
Arista Holden — June 12–18 like the compass and leadline, and you’ll get your
Jane Ahlfeld — August 28–September 3 hands on electronic devices like depthsounders and
GPS.
Except in the smallest bodies of water, the sailor is The beauty of this course is that it provides the
helpless if he or she lacks the age-old skills of piloting ideal blend of the theory and practice of coastal
and dead reckoning. The goal of this course is to give navigation. By week’s end, you should be able to
students a really thorough understanding of, and enjoy the niceties of piloting and relax more with
facility with, coastwise navigation—approaching it your boat on the water.
both “academically” and on the water.
You’ll start with charts, the fundamental tool of Tuition: $850
the navigator. Modern charts present an incredible
amount of information, and to really utilize it all—to
continuously visualize the connection between the
chart and your spot on the water—takes skill and
experience. Your instructor will help you acquire both. You’ll learn about
symbols, scales, specialized charts, and more. “Your COASTWISE NAVIGATION course was just
You’ll examine compasses—types, azimuths, lubber lines, the confusions what I hoped for and needed. I wanted experience
of deviation and variation. Parallel rules and dividers will become your
friends as you learn the techniques of plotting courses, LOPs, and fixes. You’ll
with charts and navigation tools rather than
move on to more advanced procedures such as running fixes, compensation electronics. Arista Holden is a great instructor.
for set and drift, bow and beam bearings, circles of position, and the six- Very knowledgeable and explains things clearly.”
minute rule.
B.R., Henniker, New Hampshire
Sailing the WoodenBoat School Fleet
with WoodenBoat Staff NEW
A chance to sail and row all our classic boats.
Waterfront Staff — September 4–10
Have you enjoyed taking one of our ELEMENTS OF SAILING classes
onboard our fleet of Herreshoff and Haven 12½s, or perhaps on one of the
many CRAFT OF SAIL cruising boats, but you’ve looked out at our anchorage
and wondered: What about that one, when do I get to sail that boat?
This fun-filled week might very well include every boat in the
WoodenBoat School fleet, from the Joel White–designed 7' 7" Nutshell Pram
to our 29' Friendship sloop BELFORD GRAY. Each day will begin with a
quick “chalk talk” in the Boathouse classroom with refresher discussions
on such topics as onboard safety, weather, and local-knowledge navigation.
This will be followed by short discussions on the varied boat designs that For those less-than-ideal sailing days (or mornings), we have a few
are represented on our waterfront, focusing on how to rig and sail them— surprises in store that might include:
and then finally, a morning sail or row in the anchorage to try out those • Guest lecturers from WoodenBoat magazine staff
boats. The afternoon may have students sailing out of the anchorage and • A harbor tour of Center Harbor to look at the big boats up close
exploring our neighboring islands or staying near the docks, swapping out • A tour of the WoodenBoat Publications offices
into different boats throughout the afternoon. On one of the nicer days we In all, this promises to be a great week, and a once-in-a-lifetime
might even head out in some of our beachable watercraft and have a picnic opportunity to sail a wide variety of unique wooden boats in the company
on one of the islands. of folks who are truly passionate about them.
The Waterfront Staff will be your hosts for the week, with daily visits
from different WoodenBoat School and WoodenBoat Publications staff Tuition: $850
members who will talk about their favorite boats in the fleet and join us on Note: This is not an introductory sailing class. Basic sailing competency
the water for the day’s activities. on small boats is required.
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Open-Boat Cruising Each day will start with a planning session
for that day’s adventure, choosing a destination
The skills for adventuring. and routes to maximize adventure and your
Geoff Kerr — July 3–9 opportunities to stretch your experience.
You’ll land frequently, with a major stop
Beach cruising is an exciting step beyond
midday for lunch, island exploration, and
daysailing. Maybe you’d like to cruise the
the chance to try to keep your boat where
Maine Island Trail, or do some extended
it belongs. These island sessions will also
cruising. With simple skills, basic equipment,
allow for demonstrations and discussions of
and modest boats, one can spend an overnight
provisioning, camping gear and strategies, and
or an extended expedition voyaging in
access to and stewardship of beach cruising
reasonable comfort, relative safety, and
grounds. Afternoon return passages will be
engaging adventure. Doing so in a trailerable,
by different routes, taking full advantage of
beachable boat opens up dazzling parts of
the wonders of Penobscot Bay and the ever-
the world to exploration and enjoyment. This
changing conditions. Students will return to
course is designed to introduce you to beach
campus in time for dinner and to recharge for
cruising with hands-on experience using
the next day. All you’ll need to bring with you
time-tested boats, gear, and techniques.
are your enthusiasm for small-boat sailing,
This course will be based onboard NED
your sense of adventure, and your foulweather
LUDD and SWIFTY, two of Iain Oughtred’s
gear (just in case). A list of personal gear and
versatile Caledonia Yawls. Instructor Geoff
clothing will be provided upon registration.
Kerr will share his knowledge gleaned from
many years of sailing and camp-cruising with Tuition: $850
NED in Penobscot Bay and beyond. You will
Note: You should come to the course with at
learn and practice a wide variety of real-world
least intermediate sailing skills. We’d also like you to realize that while this is
cruising skills and tactics. Days will be filled with trip planning, keeping an not a survival course, it will be an active one. We’ll be planning and making
eye toward weather, tides, and currents; practical navigation using a chart daily passages, rowing and sailing as it happens, come sun, rain, fog, or
and compass; rowing, sailing, reefing, and beyond; anchoring, beaching, and calm. We’ll be in and out of boats repeatedly, with wet feet and no docks. It
getting ashore; communications; and safety. might be hot, it might be cold, it might be wet…it will be fun.
The Catboat Catboats lend themselves to relaxed
sailing, and we’ll make a point of soaking up
The pleasures of a distinct American the beauties of the Eggemoggin Reach and
sailing craft. other local waters as we cruise under plenty
Martin Gardner — July 24–30 of canvas. Prior sailing experience required
for this course.
Catboats have been around forever and
are as much a part of America’s history as the Tuition: $850
Model T Ford or the Wright Brothers’ first
flight. These shallow-draft, broad-beamed,
centerboard boats with a single mast right “Martin Gardner is the real deal.
up in the bow have played an important role
among American working and pleasure craft.
Very knowledgeable way beyond
This course combines practical skills just catboats and sailing. And
with some fun, relaxed voyaging. We’ll use more important, he is a wonderful
catboats large and small. We’ll rig them, sail teacher. I wanted sailing experience
them, reef them, and moor them. We’ll learn
on a variety of catboats and expert
how to let them take care of themselves, to
self-steer, and heave-to. We’ll pick exciting tips and insights into differences
destinations for day trips, sail to them, and similarities with other types
anchor, and explore local waters and islands. of sailing boats and got it! A most
We’ll cover all the basics of seamanship with enjoyable week!
particular emphasis on navigation, using
tools ranging from the lead line to the iPad. B.F., Solomons, Maryland
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Craft of Sail CRAFT OF SAIL is for folks who have some experience in sailing but who want to improve
their skills on the water, particularly in the context of a cruising-sized vessel. Subjects include sail
Learn and enjoy big-boat sailing with a master. theory, hull and rig balance, helmsmanship, piloting in clear weather and fog, approaching and
Onboard the 39' Yawl MISTY leaving floats and moorings, knots and rigging, man-overboard strategy, handling ground tackle,
Queene Foster — July 10–16; August 7–13 crew management; and, with those of our vessels that have power plants, maneuvering under
power, and the rudiments of auxiliary engines and navigation instruments.
Onboard the 36' Ketch PRUDENCE The seaman aspires to the mastery of many subjects, but the essence of the craft of sail is sea
Hans Vierthaler — July 17–23 sense: the ability to tune in to a boat, the weather, and the crew, and apply good judgment so
Arista Holden — August 21–27 (Women Only) that all work together harmoniously. Our instructors understand this, and they will help you to
acquire that sense by sharing their own experiences and
MISTY PRUDENCE by encouraging you to think and feel a boat through
various real and “what if ” situations. With a maximum
of five students, there is plenty of opportunity to ask
questions and try tricks at the helm.
There are numerous sailing schools out there, but
few offer experience in cruising/charter-sized vessels
like these—and none that we know of offer instruction
by such experienced sailors on such lovely yachts.
Tuition: $950
“Queene Foster is superlative! And a week
sailing on MISTY—what could be better?”
S.B., Providence, Rhode Island
Seamanship the Apprenticeshop Way NEW
Traditional sailing in a large open boat
students will be introduced to traditional
Andy Nadolny — June 26–July 2
sailing rigs, basic vocabulary, the theory
Celebrating its 50th year in 2022, and of sailing, piloting basics, and seamanship
first featured on the cover of WoodenBoat skills including anchoring, docking, tides,
No. 4 in 1975, The Apprenticeshop is a currents, and preparing for weather. With
school for traditional wooden boat building these skills as a foundation, there may be
and seamanship in Rockland, Maine, with a an opportunity to plan a voyage. Learning
mission to inspire personal growth through will take place on an Apprenticeshop-built
craftsmanship, community, and traditions of traditionally rigged 28' open boat, both
the sea. Three of The Apprenticeshop’s core seaworthy and weather-capable, that The
values that will anchor the methodology for Apprenticeshop regularly uses for weeklong
this course are: Human Potential, Learning expeditions in Penobscot Bay. The emphasis
by Doing, and Collective Experience. The here is on teamwork, discovery of one’s own
Apprenticeshop believes that all people are capabilities, and having fun!
capable of sailing, whether as an important This is an introductory course open to
member of the crew, or at the helm. Students will learn through immersive students of all skill levels. Please note this is an open boat and you will be
hands-on experience and experimentation. With a knowledgeable instructor exposed to a variety of weather conditions.
creating a low-pressure and supportive environment, students are given
permission to be amateurs and try new things. Over the course of the week Tuition: $850
“Thanks to all for a great time and experience. I will return for sure.”
B.E., Atlanta, Georgia
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The Traditional Sailor’s Tool Kit NEW As much as possible, we’ll practice skills in fun and engaging ways. One
Honing the skills to sail traditional gaff-rigged boats. favorite technique is to “pick up” (really just touch) lobster buoys under sail,
as fishermen would have done 100+ years ago.
Mike Erkkinen — July 31–August 6 (Intermediate Sailors); There will be a series of short videos sent to all participants well in
August 14–20 (Experienced Sailors) advance of each course, to learn basic skills such as rope handling, coiling,
This course takes place aboard the schooner ELLEN C. WELLS, the etc. Learning as many basic skills as possible prior to meeting in person will
Friendship sloop BELFORD GRAY, and potentially any boats in the maximize sailing time.
WoodenBoat School fleet that will further the goals of the participants in Because of the salty nature of this course, and the unpredictable weather
this class. of coastal Maine, we’ll use “sailing-challenged” weather to dive into practical
Traditional gaff-rigged boats have a magic all their own, and unlocking marlinespike techniques that you’ll need to rig and maintain a gaffer:
this magic takes a decidedly different approach than sailing either modern splicing, whipping, sewing, sail repair, knots, crafting deck rugs, ratlines…
rigged boats or small centerboard craft. Mike Erkkinen, instructor of this so please bring the basic rigging tools noted in your course packet.
course and captain of ELLEN C. WELLS, has been sailing traditional boats
shorthanded or singlehanded for the past 30 years, and has had to uncover Tuition: $950
many tricks and shortcuts to handle these vessels in challenging conditions. Note: This is not an introductory sailing class.
The benefit of unlocking the capabilities
of these boats is to experience a sense of
ELLEN C. WELLS
confidence and independence that allows
one to take on cruising and day-sailing with “Mike Erkkinen was excellent.
elegance, and enjoy the details of a beautiful Very approachable, super
coastline such as we have in Maine. knowledgeable, experienced,
These two one-week courses will be patient, and pushed all of us
slightly different from one another. The
to set high goals for learning. I
first week is best for an intermediate sailor,
and will cover all of the basics of sailing a never expected to learn so much.
traditional gaffer, on shore, at the mooring, I thought I knew a thing or two
and on the water. The second week is meant about sailing but the course on
for experienced sailors with at least a season ELLEN C. WELLS made me value
or two of large boat experience, and will focus
more on the specific goals of the participants
how much more I need to know!”
and less on basics. R.R., Williamsburg, Virginia
cruise, including skippering,
Coastal Cruising Seamanship navigating, and cooking.
A week’s cruising on the coast of Maine aboard a classic. There’s time, too, to savor the
On board the 46' sloop ELSKOV pleasures that cruising is all
Hans Vierthaler — August 21–27 about—feeling a well-found
August 28–September 3 vessel moving through a
seaway, experiencing the
Over the years we’ve learned that the best way to discover the pleasures peace and freedom of life at
and develop the skills of cruising under sail is to sail off in the right boat sea, and slipping into quiet
with the right skipper. This season we are again proud to offer an exciting anchorages each night. There
liveaboard course onboard a beautiful classic vessel. might even be opportunities
ELSKOV is a beautiful example of a bluewater sailing vessel, and a to row ashore and explore
great boat on which to learn about sailing. She’s designed to provide the some of the beautiful islands
maximum of comfort and seaworthiness and can accommodate students in that are part of Maine’s
a safe, spacious manner. gorgeous coast.
Our instructor holds a 100-Ton USCG license and has spent most This is a rare opportunity
of his life as a member of the wooden boat community. Hans Vierthaler to learn anything and everything you wish to about the complex subject of
has spent over 25 years sailing the coast of Maine and running a charter big-boat cruising, and we’re very pleased to have the chance to offer it to
business. Hans will create a custom-tailored course in which you will be you. Sign up for a truly great adventure under sail! Previous big boat sailing
patiently coached toward the next level in your sailing career—whether it experience is a prerequisite for this course.
be skippering a vessel on your own, or crewing with increased confidence,
competence, and enjoyment. Everyone shares in the responsibilities of the Tuition: $1,600
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Elements of Coastal Kayaking
Expert guidance for enjoying paddling in all types of water.
Rebecca Daugherty — June 26–July 2
Selecting an appropriate kayak; safety skills; basic gear and equipment;
transporting kayaks; paddling strokes; launching and landing; nautical charts and
navigation; capsize and recovery skills; and better understanding of weather and
sea conditions are a sample of the many topics covered in this fully comprehensive
course. Good fun and a great education!
Note: Kayaks, paddles, sprayskirts, and life jackets will be provided by the
School, but students are welcome and encouraged to bring their own if desired.
Tuition: $850
Note: Students should be in good physical condition, have reliable
balance and agility, and the ability to enter and exit kayaks from
beach or rocky shore.
Advanced Coastal Kayaking NEW
Nick Schade — July 24–30
This week will provide students with an all-inclusive review of various strokes
and braces; maneuvering; techniques to handle current, wind, waves, tide and
weather; rules of safety; navigation; solo and assisted rescues; long-distance
paddling; and more. The course is intended for paddlers looking to expand their
sea kayaking horizons, further their understanding of gear, and spend more time
on the water. Nick will bring a selection of his high-performance kayak designs
to paddle and learn from, but students are encouraged to bring their own kayaks.
Note: Kayaks, paddles, sprayskirts, and life jackets will be provided by the
School, but students are welcome and encouraged to bring their own if desired.
Tuition: $850
Note: This is not an introductory course. Previous kayaking experience is required.
Students should be in good physical condition, have reliable balance and agility,
and be able to enter and exit kayaks from beach or rocky shore.
“I wanted to paddle different kayaks to evaluate a
future purchase and your ELEMENTS OF COASTAL Nick Schade deserves an A+. His style of
KAYAKING course allowed me to do so. Nick is a instruction is a unique blend of ‘socratic’ method
great instructor who brings kayak design and melded with confidence. He allows the students
construction experience and combines these with to try different techniques to learn what works
paddling and navigation. A fantastic course!” and more importantly, what doesn’t. It was a treat
G.D., Heath, Texas having so many different kayaks to try out.”
B.R., Tolland, Connecticut
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How to Choose the Best Boatbuilding Course for You
The key to deciding which class best suits your needs is to BUILDING THE SHINANO RIVER BOAT, and BUILDING THE
carefully read each course description, which incorporates much AMESBURY DORY SKIFF. If you are interested in a certain type
information about the course’s content and level of experience. of construction, there is plenty to choose from. You’ll find various
We’ll also be glad to help you with any questions you may have after courses in the following construction methods: plank-on-frame,
reading this catalog, and if need be we can put you in contact with plywood-epoxy, strip-plank, stitch-and-glue, and much, much
our instructors. Choosing the right course means that you will be more. You’ll also find a wide variety of courses in which a class or
satisfied, appropriately challenged, and among others whose goals individuals will build canoes or kayaks. A fair number of students
and abilities are similar to yours. Keep in mind that having some are interested in taking a series of courses, with a goal of becoming
previous hand tool/woodworking experience will result in a much more proficient or even working toward a career in boatbuilding.
richer experience for anyone interested in one of our boatbuilding We suggest considering the following sequence: LOFTING;
courses. For those lacking this experience, we highly recommend FUNDAMENTALS OF BOATBUILDING; BUILDING HALF
taking our INTRODUCTION TO WOODWORKING course or a MODELS; ELEMENTS OF BOAT DESIGN; then one or more
basic carpentry class in your hometown before signing up for one courses that focus on a particular design or type of construction.
of our boatbuilding classes. Many of our shop courses are designed for beginning, intermediate,
For those of you looking for a great introduction to traditional or experienced woodworkers; a wise choice based on skill level can
wooden boat construction, we recommend: FUNDAMENTALS determine how much you may benefit from the course. Again, take
OF BOATBUILDING, INTRODUCTION TO BOATBUILDING, time to read each course description carefully.
Fundamentals of Boatbuilding and
Advanced Fundamentals of
Boatbuilding
The theory and practice of classical boatbuilding.
Fundamentals of Boatbuilding
Greg Rössel — May 29–June 11; June 26–July 9
Bob Fuller — June 12–25; September 11–24
Warren Barker — July 24–August 6
Bruce Mackenzie — July 10–23
Thad Danielson — August 28–September 10
Advanced Fundamentals of Boatbuilding lessons—tools, body plans, types of construction, planking methods, steam-
bending, lamination, woods, fastenings, and much, much more.
Taking it one step further. ADVANCED FUNDAMENTALS is designed for experienced individ
Pat Mahon — August 14–27 uals looking for ways to continue their education and taking the “next
step” in working on more complex designs and projects. Daily lessons will
Fundamentals of Boatbuilding is the core curriculum of our boatbuilding
include scarfing, interior and exterior joinerwork, sparmaking, centerboard
courses and one of our most popular offerings. This series deals generally
installation, and various other details. This course is a wonderful
with the whole craft of boatbuilding, specifically with wooden boats, and
complement to any earlier boatbuilding exposure you may have sampled.
most specifically with plank-on-frame small craft.
Previous boatbuilding/woodworking experience is required.
We tend to build challenging boats in these classes—round-bilged,
carvel, and lapstrake-planked types—because if you can build one of these, Tuition: $1,500 (two-week course)
you can build almost anything. Ideally, each class will start one boat, work
at planking another, and finish a third. The emphasis is always more on
learning than on pushing through a project. Each session combines daily “Your FUNDAMENTALS OF BOATBUILDING course
discussion periods with an abundance of practical work. You’ll start out
discussing boat plans and design, and how to develop a project plan.
with Bob Fuller was wonderful! It was a fantastic
Lofting will follow (see LOFTING, as follows, for a complete treatment two weeks and I’ll definitely be back next year.”
of this subject). From there, it will be a steady stream of boatbuilding H.L., Waxhaw, North Carolina
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Lofting
Making sense of all those lines and numbers.
Greg Rössel — June 19–25
Pat Mahon — August 7–13
Without question, lofting is an essential skill for the boatbuilder. Once
you’ve mastered it, you can at least start to build any boat for which there
are plans. Moreover, you’re going to be able to interpret plans and better
comprehend the shape of the vessel, and what the building process will be.
Lofting takes time and concentration, and a good teacher really helps (see
WoodenBoat Nos. 110 and 111).
While Greg and Pat have unique teaching styles, and their courses will
come at lofting from different perspectives, everyone should plan on getting
a heavy dose of hands-on lofting and plenty of in-depth discussions from
these experienced instructors. Over the course of the week, tables of offsets,
diagonals, and buttock lines will all be demystified and become for you the “Greg Rossel is a national treasure. Many people are
wonderful tools they are for understanding, discussing, and building boats. brilliant; many people are great communicators; a
This course is meant to dovetail with the two-week FUNDAMENTALS few are funny. Greg combined them all to great effect.
OF BOATBUILDING course which Greg and Pat also teach. In addition, he has the patience of Job in answering
Tuition: $850 questions. The course on LOFTING was exceptional.”
Materials: $53 S.V., Underhill, Vermont
Building Half Models
The practice and pleasure of carving half models.
Rueben Brown — September 18–24
There are few products of woodworking as exciting to behold as a well-
done half model. It reveals the character of the boat it represents at a scale
that can be admired at a glance and appreciated for a lifetime. Half models
are a wonderful way to remember a boat of the past or dream about one of
the future.
Half-hull modeling is both a practical way to enjoy woodworking with
limited time and tools, and a tangible way to grasp the intricacies of boat
plans. To carve and mount a half model yourself is to forever capture a
design in three dimensions.
In this week of hands-on participation, you’ll explore the tools,
techniques, and materials for half-model making from lines plans; the
woods; the glues; the tools; the paints and varnishes. Students will have
access to the extensive model plans collection at The WoodenBoat Store.
Reuben also encourages folks to bring lines drawings of their own boat or The course exceeded my most important
favorite designs. expectation, that being my finished
Besides creating one or two models of your own, you will learn a model was much better than I ever dared
lot about boat plans and gain a feeling for the long tradition of half-hull hope. Thanks for a great week!”
modeling—and go home with the ability to build more on your own.
A.K., Jamestown, Rhode Island
Tuition: $850
Materials: $145
“The overall atmosphere of civility, collegiality, and just plain happiness at WoodenBoat School is enough to
keep me coming back, even if I never build another boat (but I bet I will). Thank you for elevating my spirits.”
S.P., Manchester, New Hampshire
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Elements of Boat Design the most important ingredients in any design.
On Monday, you will discuss your initial ideas with Paul and learn how
Learn the principles and process—then practice on your own design. to begin a drawing on your own, using some basic drafting skills. Paul will
Paul Gartside — August 14–20 spend the remainder of the week mixing theory and practical sessions with
as much practical drawing time as possible. You’ll
If you have ever wished you could design your
work toward a deepened understanding of how
own sailboat, powerboat, rowboat, or canoe, then
a hull interacts with wind and water, and of the
here’s a course for you. Boat builder and designer
compromises that must be made in every design
Paul Gartside will take you step-by-step through
in order for the finished boat to be best suited to
the principles of boat design, and efficiently lead
its purpose. With only five days to work together,
you from an initial idea to a workable set of plans
no one is going to come away with a complete set
with reasonable confidence in the outcome. If you
of plans under their arm, but depending on the
come with your own concept to work through,
group, it should be possible to get some projects
so much the better; otherwise Paul will help
pretty well fleshed out and the steps to completion
students without a specific plan come up with some
clearly defined. If we can leave each student with
interesting ideas to work on.
enough basic knowledge to design a good-looking
This is a paper-and-pencil course, working at the
boat that performs well, and a burning desire to go
drawing board with the traditional tools of curves
ahead and start on another, then we will consider
and battens. While most designers use computers
this course a success.
these days, Paul still draws all plans by hand and
from a teaching point of view feels this is the best Tuition: $850
approach. Theory will take place with blackboard
sessions and will be applicable regardless of your
experience and current practice.
Students need not have any previous experience with boat design or “Paul Gartside is superb. Unbelievably knowledgeable,
mathematics; just a keen interest in boats will do. Although there will be patient, and very approachable. His course on ELEMENTS
some simple calculations, the main focus will be on understanding the
concepts and principles that play a part in boat design and in developing an
OF BOAT DESIGN was exactly what I was looking for.
eye for aesthetics. In spite of modern technology, designing boats is still as Intense but very, very enlightening and enjoyable.”
much an art as it is a science. The eye and judgment of the designer are still D.S., Bethesda, Maryland
Concepts of Stitch-and-Glue Design cover the gamut of stitch-and-glue construction for both small and large
Using models to learn modern plywood boatbuilding boat designs, using various demonstrations and discussions. Students will
techniques suitable for small and large boats. NEW have the opportunity to build a scale model of one of Sam’s larger boat
designs. This will enable him to demonstrate the process of building a larger
Sam Devlin — June 12–18 stitch-and-glue boat without the expense, logistics, and time of doing a full-
Any number of construction methods will produce a beautiful boat. But sized boat. The class will also build several sample joints that will be tested
for many builders with mixed levels of experience and tight budgets, the to failure, and talk about the results.
choice is not so complicated. Traditional plank-on-frame and cold-molded Throughout the course Sam will cover plenty of theory, and he’ll offer
construction require complex lofting and building molds, to say nothing the wisdom of a wooden boat builder who has been in business for 44
of expensive tooling and lots of labor time. Stitch-and-glue construction, years and has built more than 400 boats from 8' to 65' long with the stitch-
on the other hand, can produce the same results with a substantial savings and-glue method. This will be a great opportunity to catch a glimpse of
in time and money. The process is quicker, the skills, innovations, and business savvy that
easier, uses fewer parts, and produces a boat are necessary for survival in the real world as a
that is much simpler to maintain—without the boatbuilder (see WoodenBoat No. 91). The intent
construction molds, and with only the simplest is that, under Sam’s guidance, you will pick up the
lofting and tools required. Coupled with modern skills, methods, and techniques that can make
CNC (computer numerically controlled) routers, your projects more successful, whether they are
simple hull and bulkhead kits are now available backyard or professional boatshop endeavors.
for hundreds of designs, opening up the library This week should be a wonderful consortium of
of possible hull types, shapes, and utilities construction techniques and dialogue to broaden
to virtually any builder, whether full-time your mastery of stitch-and-glue construction.
professional or hobbyist.
Tuition: $850
This course will provide a solid mixture of
hands-on learning and design theory. Sam will Materials: TBD
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Introduction to Boatbuilding
A one-week primer on building small boats.
John Karbott — May 29–June 4; July 17–23;
September 4–10
There are many individuals who would like to build their own boat
but don’t know how to get started. Many first-time builders have run into
problems understanding the process of what to do first and, as a result, soon
get intimidated and the idea loses momentum. John Karbott, professional
boatbuilder and instructor, invites anyone interested in wooden boats and
woodworking to join him in any of these three six-day courses focusing on
the skills and techniques used in basic boatbuilding. No prior boatbuilding
experience is required, simply a desire to learn. If you want to build a good-
looking, simple sailing skiff, John can help you get started and guide you
through the step-by-step procedures to taking on and completing such a
project on your own. Tuition: $900
Students will build two skiffs combining marine plywood, white oak, Note: This is a six-day course ending Saturday afternoon.
and Northern white cedar. The course will start with understanding boat
plans and lofting, and proceed through scarfing, framing, planking, and
interior joinerwork.
“John Karbott was excellent. He took the time to
As the skiffs take shape through each week, John will lead discussions make sure everyone’s questions were answered to
in small-craft design, selecting a suitable design for the amateur builder, their complete understanding. John has a practical
setting up a one-man shop, proper hand and power tool usage, and much working knowledge of the craft and shares it in an
more. Whether you have a hankering for traditional skiff construction or are
easy to understand manner. I absolutely enjoyed the
simply looking for a perfect introduction to wooden boat construction, you
will thoroughly enjoy this week with John. INTRODUCTION TO BOATBUILDING course.”
G.S., Altamont, New York
Building the Shinano River Boat NEW The boat design is from the Shinano River, Niigata, and is a hard-chined,
canoe-like craft used in the lagoons and estuaries of the river mouth. They
A workshop in traditional Japanese boatbuilding methods. are locally called itaawase (“plank built”) or honryousen (“standard fishing
Douglas Brooks — August 7–13 boat”). The finished boat will be suitable for paddling by one or two people.
The design can also be adapted for an outboard motor. If time permits,
In this one-week workshop, students will work together to build one
students will work on making paddles and/or half models. All the necessary
boat, based on a traditional 21' Japanese river boat design. The course will
materials and Japanese tools will be provided, but if students own hand
provide a thorough introduction to traditional Japanese boatbuilding,
tools they may bring a selection to class. The instructor will also discuss
introducing students to unique techniques such as fitting planks with
the tenets of Japanese apprenticeship. No prior woodworking experience
handsaws, and edge-fastening planks using both nails and wooden dovetail
is necessary.
keys. Other topics include design, sharpening with waterstones, and the
adjustment and tuning of Japanese wooden planes. Tuition: $850
“Being there was a great
experience. Thanks for the
opportunity to attend. Your
facility is first class and your
entire staff seem to understand
your mission and do their part
to fulfill that mission.”
H.M., Newport News, Virginia
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W
Building the Amesbury Dory Skiff NE Using traditional Lowell’s building methods, lofting will be minimal,
using patterns lofted from plans and planking by eye. The skiff will be built
An exercise in traditional wooden boat construction. upright so that plank lines can be sighted and the rivets easily reached.
Graham McKay – June 12–18 By week’s end, the hull should be completely
planked and the inwales bent into place and
During the Victorian period, Amesbury skiffs
fastened.
were a common sight at resorts and as tenders for
Graham will cover building from plans,
harbor use and clamming. They are a variation of
copper-riveting, caulking, spiling, beveling and
the dory and are built in much the same manner;
lap fitting, steam-bending, and other traditional
communally they are called “dory-skiffs.”
skills. This will be a fast-moving, exciting class
Founded in 1792 in Lowell, Msassachusetts,
where everyone will be actively involved. And if
Lowell’s Boat Shop is the birthplace of the
you’re lucky in the class lottery on Saturday, you
American fishing dory. Thousands of dories and
could be the winner of a beautiful, new rowing
skiffs were manufactured at Lowell’s throughout
skiff. Previous boatbuilding/woodworking
the last two centuries. We invite you to join
experience will be beneficial in this course.
professional boatbuilder Graham McKay in
constructing a traditional 14’ Amesbury rowing Tuition: $900
skiff. As lead boatbuilder at Lowell’s, Graham has
Note: This is a six-day course ending Saturday
extensive experience and insight into traditional
afternoon.
dory and skiff construction methods.
Graham will use John Gardner’s The Dory
Book as a construction guide through the course. The skiff will be built from “The highest praise to Graham McKay. He’s
traditional methods with the bottom and topsides planked in northern knowledgeable, patient, and personable. Graham made
white pine and the frames, stem, and other parts made of white oak. Laps
a group of amateurs into a good team of boatbuilders.
will be secured with copper rivets, and the frames will be joined at the chines
with riveted stainless-steel clips. I would return to take any course he taught.”
F.W., Billings, Montana
Fine Strip-Planked Boat exploring lakes or heading out to sea. The Guide Boat
is Nick’s own design based on the H. Dwight Grant
Construction guideboat VIRGINIA documented by John Gardner
A guide to building small boats with wood in 1963. Nick’s interpretation incorporates the older
recurved stem pattern into a boat that rows easily
strips and epoxy.
and can carry a good load. You’ll be using standard
Nick Schade — July 31–August 6 strip-planking methods that do not include ribs, so
If you want to build a lightweight, rugged, and the interior will be clean and smooth.
beautiful small boat, combining thin strips of wood Students will gain experience in a wide variety
with epoxy and fiberglass will make a cartoppable, of techniques involved in this modern boatbuilding
low-maintenance, and gorgeous vessel. Nick Schade process. We will be putting emphasis on the “fine”
has been building strip-built boats for over 30 aspect of the class title, striving to create a beautiful
years. He has written two of the standard texts on boat with matched strips and careful craftsmanship.
the subject, Building Strip-Planked Boats and The Throughout the week, Nick will take time to
Strip-Built Sea Kayak, and his efforts have guided discuss the many variations on the strip-building
thousands of people through building their own process that students can use in their own
boats using the popular strip-planked method. boatbuilding projects. After a week of fun work,
In this six-day course, students will explore we’ll step back to admire two stunning boats that
this method of construction while building two will be raffled off to two lucky students.
very different boat designs created by Nick—an
Tuition: $900
Adirondack Guide Boat and the microBootlegger
Sport sea kayak. The microBootlegger Sport is a Note: This is a six-day course ending Saturday
15'5" x 23" sea kayak with beautiful lines suitable for afternoon.
“I have seen strip-plank construction in videos but learning it up close with my own hands was very cool.
I was impressed with Nick Schade. Not only is he a great boatbuilder but he’s also an excellent teacher.”
G.B., San Antonio, Texas
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Stitch-and-Glue 40,000 stitch-and-glue boat kits and built hundreds
of boats in classes and in his own shop. In this
Boatbuilding class, we’ll build a modern reproduction of a
Learn introductory and advanced modern traditional Maine peapod. Outwardly traditional
in appearance, this 13'6" rowing/sailing boat offers
plywood boatbuilding techniques suitable for
many opportunities to focus on the finer points
simple or heavy-duty boats. of stitch-and-glue—for example, perfectly hand-
John Harris — August 14–20 drawn fillets that look like they were molded
in place, fast and clean fiberglass sheathing and
The “stitch-and-glue” method is the easiest
reinforcement, and the use of advanced materials
way to build a boat, as tens of thousands of
like peel-ply. There will be plenty of boat carpentry
amateur boatbuilders will testify. The approach,
along the way, including spars, a rudder, and a
which emphasizes the use of epoxy adhesives and
centerboard trunk.
strategic fiberglass reinforcement combined with
Whether you’re building your first boat, or
marine plywood, is ideal for first-timers. Yet like so
looking to learn the advanced tricks that the
many things, it’s easy to do but hard to do well. This
professionals use to get “showboat” finishes, this
class is about how to do it well.
one-week class will advance your abilities to work
Stitch-and-glue techniques date back to the
with wood, epoxy, and fiberglass. The boat we build
advent of modern adhesives in the 1960s. The
together will be raffled off at the end of the week to
process dispenses with lofting, elaborate molds,
one lucky student!
and much of the complex joinery of traditional
wooden boat building. Instead, computer-cut Tuition: $850
plywood parts are “stitched” together with loops of
wire, then glued with epoxy to create a rigid and seaworthy hull.
While this stitch-together approach is friendly to amateurs, in recent “John Harris was outstanding. He thinks well on his
decades professionals have seized on the method as a way to create beautiful,
feet. I admire both his advance preparation for the
free-form hull shapes with amazing strength and light weight. When pros
build stitch-and-glue boats, they deploy sophisticated techniques that result course and his flexibility. A great week learning all the
in optimized structures and glittering finishes. ins and outs of STITCH-AND-GLUE BOATBUILDING.”
As the owner of Chesapeake Light Craft, John C. Harris has shipped M.M., Indianapolis, Indiana
Introduction to lead this course, one that has been requested time
and time again by a large number of alumni and
Cold-Molded Construction interested public.
Everything from approaching the project to We have chosen Joel White’s 12'6" Catspaw
techniques and materials. dinghy for oar and sail design as the main class
project, which should provide students with a close
Mike Moros — September 11–17 look at much of what you need to know in building
For years cold-molded wood construction has laminated wooden boats. Daily discussions will cover
been used successfully in building small sailing material choice, handling, tooling, costs and time,
dinghies, competitive rowing shells, cruising and application techniques. Topics that will receive
sailboats, rugged multihulls, and swift powerboats. individual attention include epoxy resins, health and
The technique involves laminating together layers safety, fastening systems, spiling, planking, vacuum-
of wood veneers or very thin planks to create a hull bagging, trimming, and fiberglassing.
that is watertight, extremely strong, and lightweight. Mike promises that this will be an energetic
Blend these noteworthy features together with a week with plenty to do, so come prepared to roll
relative ease of boatbuilding, and you have a method up your sleeves and put in six full days. For anyone
of construction that is a very popular choice among professional and contemplating the cold-molded approach for their own boat or, perhaps, to
amateur builders alike. add to their boatbuilding business services, this course will be invaluable.
The object of this course will be to see and learn firsthand exactly how
the professionals take on a cold-molded project and how smaller builders Tuition: $900
can incorporate professional systems into their own styles. Mike Moros will Note: This is a six-day course ending Saturday afternoon.
“Everything about your program is first-class!” J.C., High Springs, Florida
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