2024 Courses

Using models to learn modern plywood boatbuilding techniques suitable for small and large boats.

Concepts, technique, inspiration for beginners on up.

A fun week of woodworking for kids only!

The joy of painting outside in a marine environment.

Learn the basic skills and techniques to capture the lines off old boats

Revealing the secrets of how to get big ships into small bottles.

Learn the principles and process—then practice on your own design.

Understanding capabilities and advantages of the computer in your own boat design work.

An introduction to evaluating small marine diesels.

A rewarding woodworking project steeped in tradition.

Crafting pictures and designs in wood.

Knowing where you are on the water.

Tools, Materials, Skills, and Satisfactions.

Introductory techniques for first-time carvers.

Build and sail the INDEPENDENCE model.

Building the Yankee Tender Skiff

Understanding wood and woodworking techniques with an emphasis on hand tool usage.

Restore/complete your own pond yacht and get it ready for sailing or display.

Practical marlinespike and hand-sewn canvas projects for small boats.

Learn how to build and tune a new set of sails for your remote controled sailboat

The practice and pleasure of carving half-hull models.

Learn how to carve letters using only one tool.

Understanding wood and woodworking techniques with an emphasis on hand tool usage.

An Introduction to Drawing: Exploring Coastal Landscapes in Plein Air

Capturing the Beauty of Coastal Landscapes in Plein Air

A Vintage Marblehead-class pond yacht designed for radio control.

A hands-on primer in bringing your design ideas to life

A Vintage Marblehead-class pond yacht designed for radio control.

Building a dovetailed utility box with a focus on traditional hand skills.

An intriguing woodworking project for the beginning or intermediate woodworker.

Project design, tools of the trade, industrial machine stitching, materials, and lots more.

An introduction to evaluating small marine diesels.