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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Woodworking Courses
  • Woodworking

    The Art of Shaker Box Making

    June 7 - June 13

    A rewarding woodworking project steeped in tradition.

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  • Woodworking

    Introduction to Woodworking

    June 14 - June 20

    Tools, Materials, Skills, and Satisfactions.

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  • Woodworking

    The Art of Marquetry

    June 21 - June 27

    Crafting pictures and designs in wood.

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  • Woodworking

    Introduction to Woodworking for Women

    June 28 - July 4

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

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  • Woodworking

    Build Your Own Apprentice Tool Chest

    July 5 - July 11

    Learn basic joinery through a useful, fun project.

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  • New for 2026
    New Woodworking

    Introduction to Wood Turning

    July 12 - July 18

    Learn the tools, techniques and materials for a new hobby.

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  • Woodworking

    Building Half Models

    July 19 - July 25

    The practice and pleasure of carving half-hull models.

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  • Woodworking

    Woodcarving

    August 2 - August 8

    Introductory techniques for first-time carvers and ambitious projects for advanced carvers.

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  • Woodworking

    Introduction to Woodworking

    August 9 - August 15

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

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  • New for 2026
    New Woodworking

    Build Your Own Ship’s Wheel

    August 9 - August 22

    A rare opportunity to work alongside a third-generation master craftsman.

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  • Woodworking

    Carving Name Boards

    August 23 - August 29

    Learn how to carve letters using only one tool.

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