2025 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 85 courses, there is something for everyone here at WoodenBoat School!
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Related CraftMaking Friends with Your Marine Diesel
June 1 - June 7An introduction to evaluating small marine diesels.
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Related CraftThe Art of Shaker Box Making
June 8 - June 14A rewarding woodworking project steeped in tradition.
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New for 2025
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Related CraftBuild Your Own Plank Constructed Pond Yacht
July 20 - July 26A Vintage Marblehead-class pond yacht designed for radio control.
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Related CraftMarine Painting & Varnishing
July 27 - August 2The art and science of finishing prep work to final coat.
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Related CraftLettering and Leafing
July 27 - August 2Learn layout, prep, paint and metal leafing for all your maritime needs.
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Returning for 2025
Boatbuilding Related CraftElements of Boat Design
August 3 - August 9Learn the principles and process—then practice on your own design.
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Related CraftBronzecasting for Boatbuilders
August 10 - August 16The process of patternmaking and casting custom hardware.
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New Related CraftDrawing Coastal Maine
August 10 - August 16An Introduction to Drawing: Exploring Coastal Landscapes in Plein Air
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New for 2025
Boatbuilding Related CraftTeaching with Small Boats
August 10 - August 16Introducing math and inspiring students through boatbuilding.
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Related CraftThe Maine Coast in Watercolor
August 17 - August 23Capturing the Beauty of Coastal Landscapes in Plein Air
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Returning for 2025
New Related CraftBuilding a Ship in a Bottle
August 24 - August 30Revealing the secrets of how to get big ships into small bottles.
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Related Craft
Build Your Own Plank Constructed Pond Yacht
August 24 - August 30A Vintage Marblehead-class pond yacht designed for radio control.
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Related CraftIntroduction to Building Model Boats
August 31 - September 6Building the Yankee Tender Skiff
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Related CraftThe Art of Woodcuts
September 7 - September 13An intriguing woodworking project for the beginning or intermediate woodworker.
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Related CraftMarine & Seascape Photography
September 7 - September 13How to “see” in black and white.
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Related CraftIntroduction to Canvaswork
September 7 - September 13Project design, tools of the trade, industrial machine stitching, materials, and lots more.
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Related CraftMaking Friends with Your Marine Diesel
September 21 - September 27An introduction to evaluating small marine diesels.