2026 Courses
From designing a flat bottom skiff, to building a scale model of one, we have a course for you. Never sailed before? We’ve got you covered. Maybe you’ve been sailing your whole life, but you never had a chance to do it on a gaff-rigged sloop? With over 100 courses, there is something for everyone here at WoodenBoat School!
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WoodworkingThe Art of Shaker Box Making
June 7 - June 13A rewarding woodworking project steeped in tradition.
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WoodworkingIntroduction to Woodworking
June 14 - June 20Tools, Materials, Skills, and Satisfactions.
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WoodworkingIntroduction to Woodworking for Women
June 28 - July 4Understanding wood and woodworking techniques with an emphasis on hand tool usage.
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WoodworkingBuild Your Own Apprentice Tool Chest
July 5 - July 11Learn basic joinery through a useful, fun project.
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New for 2026
New WoodworkingIntroduction to Wood Turning
July 12 - July 18New for 2026Learn the tools, techniques and materials for a new hobby.
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WoodworkingBuilding Half Models
July 19 - July 25The practice and pleasure of carving half-hull models.
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WoodworkingWoodcarving
August 2 - August 8Introductory techniques for first-time carvers and ambitious projects for advanced carvers.
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WoodworkingIntroduction to Woodworking
August 9 - August 15Understanding wood and woodworking techniques with an emphasis on hand tool usage.
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New for 2026
New WoodworkingBuild Your Own Ship’s Wheel
August 9 - August 22A rare opportunity to work alongside a third-generation master craftsman.
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WoodworkingCarving Name Boards
August 23 - August 29Learn how to carve letters using only one tool.