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Welcome to the WoodenBoat School!
This year we celebrate 29 years of offering courses designed around the arts of boatbuilding, woodworking, seamanship, and related crafts, and our upcoming season is taking shape to be another exciting one. We have been extremely fortunate over the years to have so many of you join us for classes, and in spite of uncertain economic times, participation in WoodenBoat School’s array of courses continues to grow.
WoodenBoat School students learn by doing, each at their own pace, in a truly inspiring environment. Most classes are small, enabling instructors ample time to work with each individual. Our friendly, first-class staff and faculty are eager to share their vast knowledge and experience in our well-equipped shops and waterfront. It is a unique and wonderful opportunity for folks of all ages.
Each year over 700 students, instructors, and guests from the world over make their way to this small coastal Maine town to learn new skills and new ways of doing things. The students taking part in our program are as diverse as the course offerings themselves. Many are alumni who return to our campus to pursue a lifetime interest in boatbuilding, woodworking, or boating while others are, perhaps, discovering the craft of wooden boats for the first time. We surround our students with outstanding teachers, fine craftsmanship, beautiful boats on our waterfront, good food and comfortable accommodations, and the unspoiled beauty of Down East Maine. At week’s end new friends have become old friends and folks depart with an inspiration and renewal that can only be found in a special place like this.
So, take your time browsing through our web site, and see what suits you. Hopefully, the picture we’ve painted of WoodenBoat School gives you a good idea of all that goes on here. I’m quite confident you’ll find there’s something for everyone who shares an interest in boats, boating, and more! If you have any questions or want to make a reservation give us a call.
We look forward to hearing from you,
Rich Hilsinger
Director
